Woman behind 'Monkey Christ' restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez, the Spanish parishioner whose botched 2012 restoration of a Jesus fresco became a global meme, has died. Her act brought tourism fame to her town.
Category : Heritage History
The Zong Massacre: A Slave Ship's Atrocity and Abolition
A chilling account of the 1781 Zong massacre, where 132 enslaved Africans were murdered for insurance money, and how this atrocity fuelled Britain's abolitionist movement.
Archives reveal UK ruled out military action against Mugabe
Declassified files show Tony Blair's government dismissed a UK-led invasion of Zimbabwe in 2004 as not a 'serious option', warning of heavy casualties and legal hurdles.
Man saves last village phone box from BT closure
Derek Harris, 89, led a community campaign to save Sharrington's iconic K6 phone box after BT earmarked it for removal. His fight sparked a national debate on preserving local heritage.
Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Dies
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's pioneering female leader, has died aged 80. Her political legacy was defined by a fierce rivalry with Sheikh Hasina. Read her full story.
Bradford's City of Culture Legacy: What Happens Now?
Bradford's transformative City of Culture year has ended. We explore the £51m impact, the 5,000 events, and whether the 'levelling up' legacy can bring sustainable change to the city.
1995's Most Popular Baby Names: Jack & Jessica Top List
A nostalgic look back at the most popular baby names in 1995, as 2025 marks 30 years. Discover the top 60 names for boys and girls and see how trends have changed.
The Amazon Disappearance: A Guardian Podcast Investigates
Three years after British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous defender Bruno Pereira vanished in Brazil's Javari valley, a new Guardian podcast series investigates. Listen to the first episode now.
Inside London's stunning Victorian sewage pumping station
Discover the hidden history of Crossness Pumping Station, the stunning Grade I listed building that solved London's Great Stink. Explore its restored engines and ornate ironwork today.
Dan Cruickshank's 'The English House' History Review
Architecture historian Dan Cruickshank's new book explores eight English houses from 1700s-1900s, revealing the human stories within their walls. Discover the history beyond bricks and mortar.
Pigeons: The Unsung Working-Class Heroes of History
Pigeons deserve respect as working-class heroes. They were bred for food by our ancestors, served as vital wartime messengers, and are unfairly maligned today. Discover their remarkable history.
UK Pays Off Final WWII Loan Instalment to US
On this day in 2006, Britain made its final payment on the post-war Anglo-American Loan. Discover the story of the 1945 agreement that signalled a shift in global power.
Titanic Sinks Tonight Review: A Harrowing BBC Retelling
The BBC's new four-part series, Titanic Sinks Tonight, uses survivor testimonies to deliver an intense, immersive account of the 1912 disaster. Stream it now on iPlayer.
Bardot's Complicated Legacy: Animal Rights and Far-Right Views
Brigitte Bardot's death reveals a complex legacy. The French icon wanted to be remembered for animal rights, but her decades of support for Marine Le Pen's far-right party and convictions for racial hatred complicate her image. Explore the full story.
Where The 13 Hunger Games Districts Would Be In The UK
Ever wondered where Panem's districts would be if The Hunger Games were set in Britain? From London's opulence to Newcastle's coal, we map all 13 districts across the UK. Discover your hometown's dystopian counterpart.
UK Hunger Games Districts Map: Where's Your Home?
Discover which UK cities and counties correspond to the 13 districts of Panem. From London's Capitol to Newcastle's coal mines, see where you'd live in a British Hunger Games.
Rare Isaac Newton 50p Error Coin Worth £50+
A TikTok collector reveals how to spot a rare die clash error on the Sir Isaac Newton 50p coin, potentially worth over 100 times its face value. Check your change now!
Winter Walk to Shaw's Corner Near London
Discover a beautiful winter walk starting in Wheathampstead, leading to George Bernard Shaw's former home. The route features historic pubs and stunning Hertfordshire scenery, all accessible from London in under an hour.
Taiwan's 'Ferryman' Returns Souls to China
For 23 years, Liu De-wen has helped hundreds of Taiwanese veterans' ashes return to their ancestral homes in China, navigating complex history and politics. Discover his unique mission.
Lang Hancock's Asbestos Mining Past Uncovered
A new podcast episode explores Lang Hancock's early career mining blue asbestos at Wittenoom, a site of national tragedy. Discover the untold family stories.
Bayeux Tapestry insured for £800m for UK loan
The priceless Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for £800m by the British taxpayer for its 2026 UK exhibition. Discover the details of this historic cultural exchange.
9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.
When to take your Christmas tree down in 2025
Discover the traditional date for taking down your Christmas tree to avoid bad luck, plus why modern habits are changing. Find out the facts about Twelfth Night and Epiphany.
Files show US wanted to avoid Clinton-Adams handshake photo
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
Man finds out Nazi Heinrich Himmler is his grandfather
Henrik Lenkeit, 47, uncovered his shocking family link to Nazi leader Heinrich Himmler. Read his story of confronting a dark legacy and seeking forgiveness.
London's oldest house survived the Great Fire of London
Discover the incredible story of 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house. Built 411 years ago, it withstood the Great Fire, the Civil War, and the Blitz. Explore its rich history now.
US officials wanted to avoid Clinton-Adams handshake photo
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
£800m Taxpayer Bill for Bayeux Tapestry Loan
British taxpayers will cover an £800 million indemnity for the Bayeux Tapestry's loan to the British Museum in 2026. The historic artefact's record valuation sparks transport concerns.
Ancient pottery found at Noah's Ark site in Turkey
Pottery fragments discovered near Turkey's Durupinar Formation suggest human activity during the Biblical flood era. Archaeologists call for urgent site protection. Read the latest findings.
Storytelling: An Ancient Art, Not a Corporate Invention
The Society for Storytelling responds to the corporate trend of 'owning the narrative', arguing that oral storytelling is a fundamental human art that builds empathy and cognitive health.
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