Ealing Legend 'Uncle Eric' Huntley Dies at 96
Tributes pour in for Eric Huntley, the Ealing activist who co-founded the UK's first Black publishing house and stood firm against National Front attacks in the 1970s.
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Australian War Graves Damaged in Gaza Conflict
The graves of Australian soldiers from the First and Second World Wars in Gaza have suffered damage during the ongoing conflict, raising concerns about heritage preservation.
Vatican Orders Removal of Meloni Angel Mural
A controversial fresco in a Rome basilica, depicting an angel resembling Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has been painted over following a Vatican complaint, sparking debate over art and propaganda.
Israel Bulldozed Allied War Graves in Gaza, Evidence Shows
New satellite imagery and witness testimony confirm Israeli forces systematically bulldozed sections of Gaza war cemetery containing British, Australian and Polish WWII graves.
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David Allen: Scholar, Critic and Educator Dies at 72
Obituary of David Allen, the Oxford-educated music scholar, critic and community educator who researched Baroque composer Alessandro Stradella and led educational initiatives in London and Oxfordshire.
George Derbyshire, Arts Finance Leader, Dies at 85
Obituary for George Derbyshire, a financial administrator who served the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the Hong Kong Academy for the Performing Arts.
Couple Renews Vows Every Five Years for 27 Years
Frantzcie and Fednel have renewed their wedding vows six times over 27 years, creating a unique tradition of love with new dresses and rings each celebration.
Sea Turtle Stampede Mystery Solved in Italian Cliffs
Scientists believe thousands of moon-shaped marks on Italian cliffs were created by a mass evacuation of sea turtles 80 million years ago during an earthquake.
Alice Roberts Hunts Holy Grail in New TV Show
Professor Alice Roberts stars in a new documentary series exploring the legendary Holy Grail, blending history, archaeology, and myth in a quest across Britain.
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Global Donations Secure Cerne Giant's Future in Dorset
A fundraising appeal by the National Trust has successfully raised over £330,000 from donors in more than 20 countries to protect the historic Cerne Giant chalk figure and its surrounding wildlife habitat in Dorset.
Oldest Gasholder in Fulham to Be Restored
Gasholder No.2 in Fulham, the world's oldest surviving gasholder, is set for restoration as part of a new west London development, transforming it into a public park feature.
Israel's West Bank Land Seizure Sparks Palestinian Outcry
Residents of Sebastia protest Israel's plan to seize a historic archaeological site, calling it a land grab disguised as a heritage project that threatens livelihoods and history.
Cocolo the Donkey: A Childhood Pet in Jerusalem
A heartwarming tale of an unexpected donkey named Cocolo who became part of a family's life in 1960s Jerusalem, from school runs to farm life.
Great Fire of London: Six Little-Known Facts
Discover six intriguing historical facts about the Great Fire of London that changed the city forever, from its accidental start to its lasting legacy.
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Anne Boleyn Portrait's Hidden Witchcraft Rebuttal
Infrared analysis of Anne Boleyn's Hever portrait reveals underdrawing showing artist's deliberate effort to debunk six-finger witchcraft rumours during Elizabeth I's reign.
Snow Moon Peaks: Viewing Tips and Origins
February's full Snow Moon has peaked, but remains visible. Learn about its Native American origins, alternative names like Storm Moon, and how to best observe it with binoculars or telescopes.
Sister's Grief: Three Brothers Murdered in Troubles
Pam Morrison, 78, reflects on the IRA murders of her three brothers during Northern Ireland's conflict, marking decades of unresolved pain and loss.
London Church Funds £730k Antiracism Project
The Diocese of London is unlocking £730,000 to promote racial justice in sermons and schools, part of a three-year initiative separate from the controversial Project Spire fund.
Canterbury Archbishop Defends £100m Slavery Project
Archbishop Sarah Mullally defends Project Spire, a £100m Church of England initiative addressing historical slavery links, amid Tory criticism over funding priorities.
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Victorian Murder Mystery Solved in Attenborough's Garden
A human skull found during renovations at Sir David Attenborough's Richmond home in 2010 has been identified as belonging to Julia Martha Thomas, a widow murdered by her maid in 1879.
Snow Moon 2026: How to See February's Full Moon
The Snow Moon, February's full moon, rises on February 1, 2026. Learn what it is, when to see it, and tips for viewing in the UK, plus why 2026 has 13 full moons.
London Pubs in 70s-90s: Photos & Prices That Stun
Stunning vintage photos capture London pubs from the 1970s to 1990s as vibrant community centres, with shockingly low prices highlighting today's soaring costs.
Chinese CCTV Cameras Guard Magna Carta, Raising Alarms
Campaigners urge Salisbury Cathedral to remove Dahua Technology cameras guarding the historic Magna Carta, citing links to human rights abuses in China and security vulnerabilities exploited by Russia in Ukraine.
Hume Tomb Vandalised with Occult Symbols in Edinburgh
The historic tomb of philosopher David Hume in Edinburgh's Old Calton burial ground has been defaced with disturbing occult-style symbols and satanic imagery, prompting council action.
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Genealogy Hunter Finds 20,000 Relatives and Lost Brother
Adrian Stone's journey through grief led him to trace his Windrush heritage, building a vast family tree and emotionally reuniting with a half-brother after decades apart.
Woman Finds Sister After Family Secret on ITV Show
Mandy Irvin discovered she had an older sister after her father revealed a decades-old family secret. The emotional reunion was facilitated by ITV's Long Lost Family.
Digital Shrine Revives York's Forgotten Saint William
York Minster unveils cutting-edge digital exhibition celebrating 800th anniversary of Saint William, featuring recreated medieval shrine and miraculous tales.
Royal Silence: Black Abolitionist's Plea Ignored
In 1786, Ottobah Cugoano, a free Black man in London, sent pamphlets to the Prince of Wales urging an end to the slave trade, but the monarchy ignored his appeal, highlighting its complicity in slavery.
Somerset's Wassailing Traditions: Pagan Apple Rituals
From charming children's events to rowdy adult celebrations, Somerset's wassailing traditions honour apple trees with unique local customs, Morris dancing, and mythical characters.
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New London Blue Plaques Honour Nine Historic Figures
English Heritage reveals nine new blue plaques in London, commemorating figures from Sir Laurence Olivier to astronomer Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, celebrating their lasting impact on the city.
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