£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.
Category : Heritage History
National Trust £1.5m appeal for Cerne Abbas Giant land
The National Trust has launched a £1.5 million fundraising campaign to acquire 90 acres of land surrounding Dorset's iconic Cerne Abbas Giant chalk figure, aiming to protect it for future generations. Support the appeal now.
1899 recording of lost Tasmanian language rediscovered
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing in a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language has been preserved. Listen to this vital piece of cultural heritage.
Victorian children's letters to Santa uncovered
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.
Tasmania's lost Aboriginal language revived after 150 years
After a 30-year labour of love, the Palawa people of Tasmania have resurrected their lost language, palawa kani. Today, children are born hearing its sounds for the first time in 150 years.
Hillsborough: The 35-Year Fight for Justice
The long battle for truth after the Hillsborough disaster, where 97 fans were unlawfully killed. From cover-up to exoneration, we trace the painful journey for justice.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
6,000-Year-Old Conch Shell Trumpets Found in Spain
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
Inside the 2025 White House Christmas decorations
First Lady Melania Trump reveals this year's White House Christmas theme, featuring a Lego portrait, a gingerbread house, and tributes to Gold Star families. Discover all the festive details.
Say Nothing: Channel 4's Troubles Drama Airs Tonight
The critically acclaimed series 'Say Nothing', based on the bestselling book, begins on Channel 4 tonight. The poignant drama explores the IRA and the disappearance of Jean McConville.
American reveals hidden history in UK's royal postboxes
A Texan living in England shares fascinating secrets of British postboxes, from royal cyphers to a famous tree-wrapped pillar box in London. Discover the history on your street corner.
Dad films daughters on Christmas stairs for 30 years
A heartwarming video capturing a North London father filming his daughters walking downstairs every Christmas morning for three decades has gone viral, inspiring families nationwide.
TV Host's DNA Reveals Centuries of Family History
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga from Ulster Plantations to a great-uncle lost in WWII. Discover your own story.
A 1975 Winter Walk in Sussex's Seven Sisters Park
Revisiting a 1975 country diary entry exploring the Seven Sisters cliffs and Cuckmere Haven. Discover the timeless beauty of this protected Sussex coastline and its wildlife. Read the full account.
Family history and nature converge at Norfolk's Yankee wreck
A poignant walk to a decaying steamer on Blakeney Point reveals a personal connection to Norfolk's maritime past and the relentless reclamation by nature. Discover this unique story.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
Africa pushes for colonial crime recognition and reparations
African leaders convene in Algiers to demand official recognition of colonial-era crimes and reparations, citing Algeria's brutal experience under French rule as a key example.
Tommy Gee's Century of Progressive Service
Discover the remarkable life of Tommy Gee, the colonial administrator who championed Ugandan education and helped double its secondary schools. Read his inspiring obituary.
Cornish Language Granted Equal Status to Welsh and Gaelic
The Cornish language, Kernewek, has been submitted for the highest level of protection under the European Charter. Discover how this historic move will impact education, law, and culture in Cornwall.
Cate Blanchett awarded Freedom of City of London
Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett receives Freedom of the City of London honour, recognising her acting achievements and refugee advocacy work. Discover her inspiring acceptance speech.
Gomeroi woman's journey to revive Indigenous language
Ella Archibald-Binge travels to her grandfather's country in NSW to explore how language, culture, and country intersect for Gomeroi people reclaiming their heritage.
Forgotten Christmas Traditions Readers Want Revived
From wassailing to green Santas, Guardian readers reveal the ancient Yuletide customs they'd love to bring back for a more authentic British Christmas experience.
UK detective links Milat to 1971 murder case
Retired Met Police detective Hugh Hughes believes serial killer Ivan Milat murdered his cousin in 1971. NSW parliamentary inquiry investigates unsolved cases from 1965-2010.
Moor Park: London's Hidden Posh Underground Station
Discover Moor Park, the unique Metropolitan line station in a posh Hertfordshire neighbourhood. Uncover its wartime history, Charles Holden architecture, and why it remains a hidden gem. Explore London's Tube secrets!
1928 Thames Flood: 14 Dead, Thousands Homeless
Haunting look back at the 1928 Thames flood that killed 14 and left thousands homeless. Discover the forgotten story of London's last major flood. Read more.
London's Secret Mail Rail: The Tiny Tube Line
Discover the forgotten 'Mail Rail', a tiny underground railway that transported post beneath London's streets for decades. Explore its unique history and why it closed.
Ham House: UK's Most Haunted 17th Century Mansion
Explore Ham House in Richmond, home to 15 ghosts including the Duchess of Lauderdale. Discover the dark history behind one of Britain's most haunted properties.
London's WW1 Heroes Get Headstones After Century
Two dozen First World War heroes buried in unmarked pauper's graves in South London for over a century are finally receiving individual headstones. Discover how to check if you're related.
Weekend Reads: Patagonia, Beatles & WhatsApp Scandal
Explore this week's essential stories including a Patagonian hiking tragedy, Buddhist extremism in Sri Lanka, a parent WhatsApp group scandal, fascia health, and the enduring Beatles legacy.
Computer historian Simon Lavington dies aged 85
Professor Simon Lavington, who preserved Britain's computing heritage and led youth sailing trips, has died at 85. Discover his remarkable legacy in technology and education.
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