Artist Reconstructs Family History from Cuba's Slave Trade Era
A powerful visual project uses sugar and fragmented archives to piece together a family history severed by the transatlantic slave trade in Cuba, exploring memory, loss, and survival.
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Man lives in Hampton Court Palace as a real tennis pro
A 28-year-old professional real tennis player reveals his unique life inside Henry VIII's historic Hampton Court Palace. Discover how his niche sport grants him a royal residence. Read the full story.
Cleopatra's Needle: Its Treacherous Journey to London
The incredible true story of how Cleopatra's Needle, the ancient Egyptian obelisk on the Thames, survived a storm-lashed voyage to reach Britain. Discover its 3,400-year history.
45th anniversary of New Cross Fire marked in London
Today marks 45 years since the New Cross Fire claimed 13 young lives. We remember the tragedy, the unanswered questions, and the ongoing fight for justice. Read the full story.
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Film reveals mother's hidden Holocaust identity
Journalist Marisa Fox's documentary 'My Underground Mother' exposes her mother's concealed wartime trauma in Nazi labour camps, challenging narratives of survival and shame.
Bayeux Tapestry's 1,000-Year UK Return in 2026
The Bayeux Tapestry is set for a historic 12-month display at the British Museum in 2026. Discover the details of this monumental cultural loan and why it's the top UK attraction.
Largest display of Queen's wardrobe opens at Buckingham Palace
See over 200 iconic fashion items from Queen Elizabeth II's life in a major new Buckingham Palace exhibition, celebrating her unique style and legacy. Book tickets now.
Saturday Quiz Answers: Test Your Knowledge
Stumped by the Guardian's Saturday quiz? Get all the answers here, from the Rodney King beating to Titian's portraits. See how your trivia knowledge measures up!
Claudette Colvin's Legacy: 4 Lessons on Resistance
The life of civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin, who died this week, teaches us that resistance is a collective, ongoing struggle. Her story demands we remember all who fight for justice.
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Australian's Incredible Trip to Titanic Wreck Site
Andrew Rogers won a trip to the Titanic in a supermarket contest. We recount his 4,000-metre descent to the iconic wreck aboard a Russian submersible in 1998. Discover the story.
Londoners divided on £1.1m slave trade memorial cost
A new £1.1m memorial for transatlantic slave trade victims in East London divides opinion. Is it a vital tribute or a misallocation of funds in a cost-of-living crisis? Read the full debate.
The Dangerous Rise of Buddhist Extremism
A new Guardian podcast explores the weaponisation of Buddhism for nationalist goals in South-East Asia. Discover the complex reality behind a religion widely seen as peaceful. Listen to the full Audio Long Read now.
Winter Tour of Cornwall's Historic Churches & Legends
Explore Cornwall's secluded medieval churches this winter, from St Winnow to St Kew, uncovering Arthurian myths, bear symbols, and ancient carvings free from the summer crowds.
Indian Railways drops bandhgala jacket from uniform
The distinctive bandhgala jacket is being removed from Indian Railways staff uniforms, denounced as a symbol of colonial mindset. Explore the garment's royal Mughal origins and the political debate.
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A writer's life-changing moment in the Tasmanian bush
Author Robert Dessaix recounts how a spontaneous land purchase in Orford, Tasmania, transformed his lifelong alienation from the Australian landscape into a profound sense of belonging. Discover the power of place.
Cold War bunker days from falling into sea
A 1950s nuclear monitoring post on East Yorkshire's eroding coast is just days away from collapsing. See the dramatic footage and learn about the history at risk.
US man admits selling human remains online after cemetery theft
Jonathan Gerlach allegedly stole over 100 human remains from a historic Philadelphia cemetery and sold them online. The case has prompted a security upgrade fundraiser.
Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin dies aged 86
Claudette Colvin, arrested in 1955 for refusing to give up her bus seat in Alabama, has died at 86. Her act of defiance helped end segregation. Read her story.
Jammie Dodgers' secret meaning revealed
Brits are stunned to learn the true origin of the Jammie Dodgers name, linked to a Beano comic character, not the jam filling. Discover the biscuit's hidden history.
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Mississippi synagogue targeted for 'Jewish ties' in arson
A man has been charged after a suspected arson attack on a historic Mississippi synagogue. The FBI says he admitted targeting it due to its 'Jewish ties'. Read more on this hate crime.
Graverobber 'traded human body parts on Facebook'
A US man faces over 500 charges after police discovered more than 100 human skulls and skeletal remains in his home, linked to cemetery break-ins and alleged online sales. Read the shocking details.
Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss dies aged 96
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor, educator and stepsister of Anne Frank, has died aged 96. Her powerful story of survival and decades of educational work championed tolerance.
The French House: Soho's Historic Bohemian Pub
Discover the legendary French House in Soho, a pub where Dylan Thomas drank and Charles de Gaulle plotted. Explore its unique history and why it still only serves beer in halves.
Newcastle's Pavement Plaques Celebrate Fictional Heroes
Discover the witty pavement plaques in Newcastle's Grainger Town, honouring fictional everyday heroes. Explore this unique public art and other sharp letters from Guardian readers.
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London station's platform was dedicated to milk trains
Discover the fascinating history of West Ealing station, once home to a platform solely for milk trains serving a local creamery. Now part of the Elizabeth line, its past is a story of London's rural roots.
Major Roman Villa Unearthed in Port Talbot Deer Park
A vast Roman villa discovered in a Welsh deer park suggests Port Talbot was a key agricultural hub, not a remote frontier. Explore the 'Port Talbot Pompeii' find.
London's cosiest historic pub with a crackling fire
Discover Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, London's cosiest pub on Fleet Street. With a crackling fire, 16th-century history, and literary ghosts, it's the perfect winter retreat. Plan your visit now.
Codename Badger: Podcast probes Major's secret life
A new true-crime podcast investigates claims that British Army Major Robbie Mills led a secret double life as a spy, and the mysterious man who infiltrated his family after his death. Listen to the shocking revelations.
Family photo challenges mother's tale of teenage strife
A daughter re-examines her 1980s childhood through rediscovered photos, challenging her politically active mother's narrative of teenage delinquency. Discover the sunny truth behind the legend.
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National Trust Opens Historic Libraries to the Public
The National Trust is making its stately homes more welcoming, inviting visitors to sit on furniture and use historic libraries. Discover the properties involved and the charity's new initiatives for 2024.
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