Betty Hudson, a gifted musician and teacher whose fluent Hungarian led to her working as a translator for the national football team during the 1966 World Cup, has died aged 98. Discover her remarkable life story.
A Pennsylvania man is charged with hundreds of offences after police discovered a cache of human remains, including skulls and torsos, stolen from a historic cemetery. Investigators call it 'the most horrific thing'.
An art critic believes he has solved the mystery of a nude Mona Lisa, tracing clues from the Louvre to the Loire and a Norfolk engraving. Explore the tantalising evidence.
David Bowie's family home at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, will open to the public in late 2027. Restored to its 1960s glory, it offers a unique insight into the star's early life. Sign up for updates.
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David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley, where he wrote 'Space Oddity', will be restored to its 1960s look and open to the public in late 2027. Explore the room where his musical journey began.
IM Alex Golding shares first place at the historic Hastings Chess Congress. Discover the event's rich tradition, its current financial struggles, and the rising stars of UK chess.
Jonny Yaxley, named Britain's best gravedigger, shares his unique perspective on life, death, and the profound responsibility of his 20-year career. Discover why he finds peace in a cemetery.
A 34-year-old man faces hundreds of charges after police discovered a macabre collection of human remains, including skulls and mummified body parts, stolen from a historic cemetery. Read the full investigation details.
A metal detectorist who faked major Roman finds, including a brooch bought on eBay, has been sentenced. Discover how his deception unravelled and the risk to heritage.
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The south London house where David Bowie grew up will open to fans in late 2027, offering an immersive experience in his teenage bedroom and showcasing rare personal artefacts.
David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley is being restored as a heritage site and creative hub for young people, with a £500k grant secured. Opening planned for late 2027.
The south London house where David Bowie wrote 'Space Oddity' will open to the public. A £500k grant and restoration will recreate his 1960s world to inspire new generations.
The mighty Britton organ, one of the UK's largest concert instruments, is sounding again in Bristol Beacon after a meticulous restoration. Discover its colossal sound and rich history.
Marking 75 years since his first column, we explore the life and legacy of Harry Griffin, the Guardian's longest-serving Country Diarist, who chronicled the Lake District for over half a century.
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Archaeologists uncover a massive Roman manufacturing site in Sunderland, with over 800 whetstones found. The discovery rewrites the history of Roman Britain's industrial north. Watch the full story on BBC's Digging for Britain.
Discover the story of the Metropolitan line station whose original, absurdly long name was the only one to contain a command. Learn its Olympic history and why it was finally simplified.
A look back at the 1976 collision between a Royal Navy frigate and Icelandic gunboat Thor during the Cod Wars, a NATO-on-NATO conflict. Read the full story and its diplomatic fallout.
French icon Brigitte Bardot was buried in Saint-Tropez. The ceremony, attended by Marine Le Pen, highlighted her legacy in film and animal rights. Read more on the event's details and reactions.
Explore the pivotal role of Greenland's US airbases, from WWII defence to Cold War tensions and a 1968 nuclear incident. A story of geopolitics on the ice.
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Explore the Grianán of Aileach, a reconstructed ringfort in Donegal, on a short winter's day. Discover its history, stunning views, and why it remains a contested yet cherished heritage site. Read the full country diary.
Archaeologists in Norfolk have unearthed the world's most complete Iron Age carnyx, a bronze war trumpet, with potential links to Boudicca's Iceni tribe. Discover the story behind this 'once-in-a-lifetime' find.
Michael Reagan, the conservative commentator and eldest son of former US President Ronald Reagan, has died at the age of 80. Read about his life and legacy.
A £1.1m bronze memorial to enslaved Africans will be installed in East London's Docklands. Discover the artwork's significance and the debate over its cost.
The story behind the design of the Church of England's Common Worship (2000), featuring John Morgan, Derek Birdsall, and the iconic red pages presented to the Queen. Discover the typography that defined modern Anglican liturgy.
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A devastating fire has completely gutted the historic West Essex Golf Clubhouse near the M25. Over 60 firefighters battled the blaze, with no injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
David Rosen, the visionary co-founder of Sega who shaped arcade and home gaming, has died at 95. Discover the story of the man behind the Mega Drive.
A new Guardian Australia podcast investigates claims that Tom Wills, a founder of Australian rules football, was involved in 1860s massacres of the Gayiri people. Listen to the Full Story.
David Rosen, the Sega co-founder who pioneered Japan's arcade scene, has died peacefully at 95. We look back at the life of the gaming industry titan.
A 65-year-old man admitted to wearing an unauthorised Rear Admiral uniform with 12 medals at a Remembrance Sunday service in Wales. Discover the full story of the deception uncovered by online sleuths.
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Edward Stourton's new book 'Made in America' argues Donald Trump's presidency is a continuation of dark, illiberal streaks in US history, not an anomaly. A compelling read for understanding modern politics.
