The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 airstrike, reopens under Russian control. Critics call it 'dancing on bones' as a Russian fairytale replaces its Ukrainian past. Explore the story of loss, Russification, and confiscated homes.
On Boxing Day 1900, three lighthouse keepers vanished from a remote Scottish island. Explore the enduring mystery, theories from a rogue wave to murder, and the human toll of isolation.
On Christmas Day 1950, Scottish nationalists stole the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey. Discover the full story of this audacious historical heist and its lasting impact.
Explore the surprising Roman and Victorian origins of Christmas on December 25th. Discover the theories behind the date and how Charles Dickens shaped our modern festivities.
Christmas celebrations resume in Bethlehem after a two-year pause, offering a glimmer of hope for Palestinian Christians while the shadow of the Gaza war and West Bank violence remains. Read the full report.
As Christmas Eve arrives, a provocative question emerges from the clergy: does the figure of Santa Claus align with Christian theology? Explore the debate dividing believers.
In December 1914, British and German soldiers spontaneously ceased fire to share Christmas. Explore the true story of football, fraternisation and the forbidden humanity of the WW1 truce.
Forget the rules. Etiquette is about what people truly need. Discover why strategic lateness can be the ultimate act of kindness and good manners in social situations.
The 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne in Bristol was solved 58 years later, marking the UK's longest-running cold case breakthrough. Discover how modern forensics and relentless review brought justice.
A 13th-century treatise by Oxford friar Richard Fishacre, proposing planets orbit stars beyond Earth, has been rediscovered. This challenges views on medieval cosmology. Read the full story.
Discover why countries across Europe and Latin America exchange presents on Christmas Eve, rooted in ancient Christian tradition. Explore the global festive customs.
Georgia's Lake Lanier, with over 700 fatalities, is shrouded in ghost stories. We investigate the curse's origins in racial violence and submerged towns. Discover the truth behind America's most haunted lake.
Explore the surprising allure of Ebenezer Scrooge and the 'I can fix him' fantasy. Dating experts explain why we're drawn to 'morally grey' characters. Would you?
Explore the eerie legend of the ghost in a red scarf that haunts Ickenham Tube station every Christmas. Discover the chilling 1952 origin story and other London Underground spectres.
Explore the hidden history of Stockton's Wood in Merseyside, where WWII aircraft were concealed. Discover its transformation from a wartime hideout to a vital deadwood habitat today.
After years of muted observance due to conflict, Bethlehem's Christmas celebrations have returned, symbolising resilience and hope for the Palestinian community. Discover the story behind the revival.
Your daily horoscope for Tuesday 23 December 2025. Venus angles towards Uranus, creating unpredictable energy. See what the stars have in store for your zodiac sign and how to navigate the day's surprises.
Betty Reid Soskin, who became a park ranger at 85 and retired at 100, has died aged 104. She championed stories of women of colour from WWII. Read her inspiring story.
Central Australia mourns Geoffrey Shaw OAM, a Kaytetye and Arrernte man who served in Vietnam and co-founded the Central Land Council. Read about his lifelong fight for justice.
Explore the surprising history of the UK's Christmas dinner, from medieval 'umble' pies to Victorian turkey. Discover global festive feasts and why we eat what we do on 25 December.
Thousands, including druids and Morris dancers, gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice sunrise. The event saw a surge in attendance, with visitors touching the ancient stones for free.
Sacramento DA Thien Ho's new book details the prosecution of Joseph DeAngelo, the Golden State Killer, and the quest for justice for his victims. Discover the story behind the mask.
Richard Mason, a beloved history teacher and football fanatic who attended over 5,000 matches, has died at 82. Read about his life from Kent classrooms to Bergamo.
Peter Lloyd-Jones, who shaped UK design education at Kingston and pioneered TV design courses, has died. Read about his legacy bridging science and art.
Discover the unique World Time Linear Clock at Piccadilly Circus Tube station. Installed in 1928, this ingenious device shows the time anywhere on Earth at a glance. Find out more about this hidden London gem.
Ira 'Ike' Schab, one of the last remaining survivors of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack, has died peacefully at home aged 105. We remember his service and legacy.
Discover how Sheffield's unique, centuries-old carol singing tradition is being kept alive in cosy pubs and celebrated in a new stage production of A Christmas Carol at the Crucible theatre.
Thousands, including druids and pagans from across the globe, gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice and watch the sunrise on the shortest day. Experience the ancient tradition.
Discover the story of the three Northern line stations planned in the 1930s but abandoned after WWII. Explore London's hidden transport history and see the remnants today.
Discover the ancient story behind the Lucia tradition, where women wear candle crowns in December. See how this Scandinavian festival is celebrated in London today.