£27 DNA kit reunites family after decades-old secret
A Black Friday DNA test bargain at just £27 helped uncover a family secret spanning decades and reunited relatives from Bristol to Australia. Discover how modern genealogy is changing lives.
Category : Heritage History
Orbital Changes Drove Cambrian Explosion, Study Reveals
New research reveals how Earth's orbital shifts drove oxygen pulses that fueled the Cambrian explosion's bizarre lifeforms 500 million years ago. Discover the cosmic connection to evolution.
Roman Arena Accessibility Upgrade for Winter Paralympics
The 2,000-year-old Arena di Verona undergoes £17.5m transformation with lift and toilets for Winter Paralympics opening ceremony, creating lasting accessibility legacy.
Horoscope 26 Nov 2025: Venus-Jupiter Brings Luxury
Your daily horoscope for 26 November 2025. Venus aligns with Jupiter, bringing indulgence and pleasure. Discover your star sign's cosmic forecast and personalised insights.
Zipora Whyman's life of food, flowers and family
Remembering Zipora Whyman, whose life wove together Middle Eastern culinary traditions, exquisite floral art, and a journey from Israeli kibbutzim to Manchester.
Richard Branson announces death of wife Joan Templeman
Sir Richard Branson shares heartfelt tribute after the death of his wife Joan Templeman, his partner of 50 years. Read the Virgin founder's emotional announcement.
Muriel McKay family lose bid to scan suspected burial site
The children of murdered Muriel McKay have lost their legal bid to scan a London garden where they believe her body has lain for 55 years. Read the full story of their search for closure.
Christmas at Hampton Court Palace 2025
Experience a Tudor Christmas at Hampton Court Palace. From festive feasts to ice skating, discover 6 ways to celebrate the season at Henry VIII's historic home.
Heathrow's abandoned royal mansion that housed a king
Discover the forgotten history of Stanwell Place, the abandoned mansion near Heathrow that once housed King Faisal II of Iraq and played a crucial role in WWII D-Day planning.
New Beatles Anthology reshapes band's legacy
Expanded Beatles Anthology with unseen footage and Sam Mendes biopics promise to reshape our understanding of the legendary band. Discover how perspectives continue evolving.
Tulsa race massacre survivor Viola Ford Fletcher dies at 111
Viola Ford Fletcher, the last survivor of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, has died aged 111. She spent her final years fighting for justice and reparations for the attack that destroyed Black Wall Street.
BBC's Civilisations: Ancient Echoes of Modern Crisis
New BBC series Civilisations: Rise and Fall draws chilling parallels between ancient collapses and contemporary society. Essential viewing on iPlayer now.
Muriel McKay: Family Believe Remains in London Garden
Family of Muriel McKay, murdered in 1969 mistaken identity case, believe her remains are buried in an east London garden. High Court to decide on search bid.
Chancellor's Red Box: History and Budget Secrets
Explore the 160-year history of the Chancellor's red box, from Gladstone to Rachel Reeves. Discover the traditions, mishaps, and what to expect from the Autumn Budget.
Kennedy Curse: Family Tragedy Strikes Again
JFK's granddaughter reveals terminal cancer diagnosis, sparking renewed discussion about the infamous Kennedy curse affecting the political dynasty for generations.
First Treasures from $20bn Shipwreck Recovered
Colombia retrieves first artifacts from the 'holy grail of shipwrecks,' the San José galleon. Discover the cannon, coins, and porcelain from the $20bn wreck.
Colombia mass grave excavation brings hope to families
Families of the disappeared in Medellín's Comuna 13 find hope as forensic teams exhume bodies from La Escombrera, one of Latin America's most notorious urban mass graves.
Guna people's battle re-enactments preserve history
Discover how Panama's Guna community uses theatrical battle re-enactments to preserve their revolutionary history and cultural identity for future generations.
Discover London's historic pubs from 1520 onwards
Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.
Civilisations: Ancient Rome's Lessons for Modern Crises
As BBC Two's Civilisations: Rise and Fall explores the British Museum's artefacts, discover what history warns us about being on the brink of disaster. Plus, tonight's TV highlights.
PS2 at 25: The Franchises That Survived and Fell
Celebrating the PlayStation 2's 25th UK anniversary, we explore the iconic game franchises that are still going strong today and those that time forgot. Discover gaming history.
Stone Age Teen's DNA Found in 10,500-Year-Old Birch Gum
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
Rosemary Church, Faringdon Historian, Dies Aged 86
Tribute to Rosemary Church, a primary school teacher and dedicated local historian who founded the Faringdon and District Archaeological and Historical Society.
Which Old British Christmas Traditions Should Return?
Discover the forgotten Christmas traditions Brits want to revive this festive season. From wassailing to parlour games, explore which customs are making a comeback.
Heathrow's Forgotten Royal Mansion: Stanwell Place
Explore the forgotten history of Stanwell Place, the 17th-century mansion near Heathrow that hosted a king and D-Day planning, now left in ruins. Discover its story.
Fibonacci Day 2025: Celebrating Nature's Secret Code
Discover why Fibonacci's mathematical sequence governs everything from sunflowers to Renaissance art. Explore the Golden Ratio's impact on nature, art and music this Fibonacci Day.
Henry Beck's 1932 Tube Map Draft Sells for £100k
Henry Beck's annotated 1932 Tube map draft, excluding New Cross Gate for being 'too small', heads to auction valued at £100k. Discover a pivotal piece of London's design history.
Millionaire winner's jackpot remains untouched after 25 years
Judith Keppel, the first UK Who Wants To Be A Millionaire jackpot winner, reveals her £1 million prize remains invested in her bank 25 years later. Discover how financial prudence created lasting security.
Tourists tear down ancient castle wall for photos
Tourists destroyed a 500-year-old wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for Instagram pictures. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism on Scotland's NC500 route. Help protect our heritage.
Shakira inspires name for 13-million-year-old turtle fossil
Scientists in Colombia name a 13-million-year-old turtle fossil 'Shakiremys' after the global superstar. Discover the unique story behind this palaeontological find.
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