Historic WWI War Crime Case Still Influences International Law
A 1918 German U-boat attack on survivors of a Canadian hospital ship set a crucial legal precedent. Discover the landmark case still cited in modern war crimes law.
Category : Heritage History
Secret 2018 Deal Puts Kempton Racecourse at Risk
The historic Kempton Park racecourse faces demolition for housing after a secret 2018 option deal with developer Redrow was revealed. Read the full analysis of the Jockey Club's controversial plans.
Essex town built on Victorian landfill thrives at 35
Discover Chafford Hundred, the Essex commuter town built on a Victorian landfill site. Now 35 years old, it's a thriving hub with Lakeside shopping and nature parks. Explore its remarkable transformation.
Racing Santander duo's 1975 Franco protest remembered
Fifty years on, Aitor Aguirre and Sergio Manzanera recall their black armband protest against executions in Franco's Spain, the death threats, and a lifelong bond forged in courage.
Bishop Thomas McMahon, Campaigner for Peace, Dies at 88
The Right Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood for 38 years and a tireless campaigner for nuclear disarmament and social justice, has died aged 88. Read about his remarkable legacy.
Why hasn't human nature evolved with technology?
A Guardian reader asks why human morality remains primitive despite technological evolution. Explore the philosophical question and share your answer. Submit your thoughts to nq@theguardian.com.
Montgomery Bus Boycott: The Untold Story of Sacrifice
Seventy years after Rosa Parks's arrest, a historian reveals the long, uncertain struggle behind the iconic boycott. Discover the true cost of courage and its lessons for today.
How Archway Tube station lost its original name
Discover the story of Archway Tube station, which opened as Highgate in 1907 before its name was given to another station on the Northern line. Learn about its history and a 2006 derailment.
Melbourne reconsiders its Burke and Wills statue
Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
Cronulla Riots: 20 Years On, Has Australia Changed?
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, we examine if underlying racial tensions have truly been addressed or if social media now fuels the same hatred.
Tower of London closed after crown display vandalised
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at the Imperial State Crown display. Four people have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Get the latest updates.
Tower of London closed after Crown Jewels case defaced
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at a Crown Jewels display case. Four people are in custody. Follow for live updates.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
What Britons Would Write in a Final Letter
A poignant new project reveals the profound and personal messages people would leave in a 'very last letter'. Discover the common themes of love, regret, and hope.
White House Chief Usher's 37-Year Memoir Revealed
Exclusive insights from Gary Walters, the longest-serving White House chief usher, on serving seven presidents, state dinners, and the day of 9/11. Discover the untold stories.
Readers' Top 10 Breathtaking European Churches
Guardian readers reveal their favourite chapels, churches and cathedrals across Europe, from Norway's Arctic Cathedral to a hidden Kent church with Chagall windows. Discover stunning art, architecture and serene locations.
Sea Phrases in Everyday English: A Linguistic Voyage
Explore the surprising nautical origins of common English phrases like 'by and large' and 'three sheets to the wind'. Discover how the language of the sea washed ashore. Read the full analysis.
South London pub at risk of collapse this winter
Residents fear the fire-damaged Grade II listed Burn Bullock in Mitcham could be lost unless urgent action is taken to secure the historic building. Calls grow for council intervention.
UK Calls for UNESCO Heritage Submissions
The UK government is asking the public to nominate traditions like cheese rolling and Burns Night for UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. Submit your ideas by February.
Man finds royal lineage through £27 DNA test
A bargain DNA test kit has helped one man uncover his biological family and a potential link to medieval royalty. Discover how affordable ancestry testing is rewriting personal histories.
Volcanic Eruption Triggered Black Death Pandemic
New research suggests a massive volcanic eruption caused climate chaos and famine, paving the way for the Black Death to devastate medieval Europe. Discover the chain of events.
MyHeritage DNA Test Sale: Build Your Family Tree for £27
MyHeritage extends its Black Friday DNA test sale until 7th December. For just £27, discover your ethnicity, find relatives, and build your family tree. A perfect sentimental gift.
Volcano sparked Black Death pandemic, scientists find
New research links a massive 14th-century volcanic eruption to the famine and trade shifts that unleashed the Black Death plague across Europe. Discover the climate clues that solved a 700-year-old mystery.
Titanic Explorer on Shipwrecks, Mortality, and Hope
Legendary Canadian undersea explorer Joe MacInnis, 88, shares profound insights from a life of discovery, from the Titanic to the North Pole, revealing how the 'cruel sea' is our greatest teacher. Discover his urgent message for our planet.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
A Lonely Chapel That Whispers and Roars
Explore the haunting beauty of St Mary's Chapel in the Peak District, where nature's whispers and roars tell a story of solitude and resilience. Discover this hidden gem's history and atmosphere.
35 Surnames Linked to Royal Bloodlines
Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?
Rhoda Kalema, pioneering Ugandan MP, dies at 96
Rhoda Kalema, a trailblazing Ugandan politician and women's rights advocate, has passed away at 96. Discover the life of the nation's first female MP.
£4m Norman Coin Hoard Heads to Bath for Exhibition
The £4m Chew Valley Hoard, a treasure of 2,584 Norman conquest coins, will be exhibited in Bath from 2027. Discover the story of its discovery and its historical significance.
£500k Historic Army Sketches Destroyed in Van Fire
A collection of 1,700 irreplaceable military drawings, valued at £500,000, was lost after a van was stolen in Livingston and set ablaze. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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