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Massive Slab of Ancient Bog Butter Unearthed in Ireland: Is It Edible?

A farmer in Co Donegal has unearthed what may be one of the largest ancient slabs of bog butter ever...

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Crystal Palace Subway: A Victorian Wonder Reopens After 14 Years of Restoration

One of the highlights of this month’s Open House London weekend looks certain to be the opportunity for the public...

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Why Is Friday the 13th So Unlucky? The Origins of a Spooky Superstition

The calendar has flipped to September which means people are preparing for spooky season with Halloween decorations, bonfires and pumpkin-flavored...

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Friday the 13th: Is It Really Unlucky or Just a Superstition?

Friday the 13th is a date that looms large in the cultural consciousness, often shrouded in superstition and dread. For...

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Shipwreck Found Beneath World Trade Center: A 250-Year-Old Treasure Unearthed

Today marks 23 years since the world, as we know it, changed forever. At 8:46 am EDT (or 10:46 pm...

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September 11th, 2001: Five Documentaries to Watch

Sept. 11 and the horrible events following the terrorist plane crash attacks into the Twin Towers at the World Trade...

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Why Friday the 13th is Unlucky: A Deep Dive into the History and Folklore

Friday the 13th is fast approaching, and contrary to prevailing opinion, it could be your breakout day. But don’t take...

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Sharm El-Sheikh: A Red Sea Oasis Re-Emerges as a Winter Sun Destination

Dazzled by the neon lights and heaving bazaars of Naama Bay, it’s hard to imagine this patch on land on...

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Malta's Capital Valletta: The Walkable City for History Buffs and Sun Seekers

Malta, a unique destination nestled in the central Mediterranean, is a favourite among beach and history enthusiasts. The island country,...

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Portslade History Day: Celebrate 1,000 Years of Heritage at a Free Event

City residents are invited to help celebrate 1,000 years of Portslade’s rich history at a free, all-day event this weekend....

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The Curious Case of the £1,000 Note, the Sacked Servant Girl, and a Mouse with a Taste for Luxury

If you have ever lost money in your home, then you should take note of the curious case of the...

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Labor Day: Beyond the Barbecue - A History of the American Holiday's Roots in Labor Unrest

Labor Day is something of an anomaly among major observances on the American holiday calendar. There are national holidays that...

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Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World

The Palio di Siena, a twice-yearly horse race held in the heart of Tuscany, is more than just a sporting...

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Derry Man Turns History Passion into Sustainable Business with Go Succeed Support

An accountant from Derry-Londonderry with a love for local history has credited new enterprise service Go Succeed with giving him...

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Cochrane Discovery Days: A Weekend Packed with History, Culture and Fun!

The Labour Day long weekend has been a long-established staple of Cochrane and it’s about to get even sweeter this...

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The Surprising Reason Why Bank Holidays Are Called 'Bank Holidays'

This bank holiday weekend is looking pretty good, with Notting Hill Carnival set to take place in London and just-about-okay...

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The Holy Grail: Fact, Fiction, and the Quest for the Cup of Christ

You enter a church or a cathedral, and an ecclesiastical hush descends. You admire the architecture, the artworks, the centuries...

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AI-Generated Images of Jesus Christ Using Shroud of Turin Data: A New Glimpse of the Holy Figure?

For centuries, debate has raged over whether the Shroud of Turin is in fact the original burial shroud of Jesus...

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Ukraine's Independence Day: A Look Back at the 1991 Coup That Changed Everything

33 years ago, on August 19, 1991, a group of Soviet hardliners attempted to turn back the wheel of history....

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Ancient Discovery in North Wales: Uncovering 1,000 Years of History and the Coexistence of Britons and Romans

A piece of the jigsaw puzzle that could unlock 1,000 years of history at a north Wales heritage site has...

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World Photography Day 2024: Celebrating the Art of Capturing Moments

World Photography Day, celebrated annually on August 19th, marks the anniversary of the invention of photography, a medium that has...

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Southampton's Redbridge Causeway: A Journey Through Time

Southampton's Redbridge Causeway, a bustling artery connecting the city to the wider region, is facing temporary closures for essential maintenance....

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AC/DC: The Shocking Truth Behind the Band's Name That Fans Are Just Now Discovering

AC/DC, the legendary rock band featuring Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and more, have been belting out hits for over 50...

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AC/DC's Name: The Surprising Truth Behind the Legendary Rock Band's Moniker

For over 50 years, AC/DC, the legendary rock band featuring Angus Young, Brian Johnson, and more, has been belting out...

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August 10th in History: From Space Weddings to Deadly Derechoes

August 10 has been a significant day throughout history, marked by a series of impactful events that have shaped various...

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The Lost City of Z: Exploring the Amazon's Hidden Secrets

Percy Fawcett, a British explorer, embarked on an extraordinary quest in the early 20th century, driven by an unshakeable belief...

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Titanic In Colour: The Fascinating Details You've Never Seen Before

A brand new Titanic documentary is bringing the famous ship to life in a new way as it shows footage...

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Titanic in Colour: See The Ship's Real Colours For The First Time in 112 Years

A new documentary program featuring colorized footage of the Titanic shows what life was really like on the doomed superliner....

World Briefings

Massive Slab of Ancient Bog Butter Unearthed in Ireland: Is It Edible?

Crystal Palace Subway: A Victorian Wonder Reopens After 14 Years of Restoration

Why Is Friday the 13th So Unlucky? The Origins of a Spooky Superstition

Friday the 13th: Is It Really Unlucky or Just a Superstition?

Shipwreck Found Beneath World Trade Center: A 250-Year-Old Treasure Unearthed

September 11th, 2001: Five Documentaries to Watch

Why Friday the 13th is Unlucky: A Deep Dive into the History and Folklore

Sharm El-Sheikh: A Red Sea Oasis Re-Emerges as a Winter Sun Destination

Malta's Capital Valletta: The Walkable City for History Buffs and Sun Seekers

Portslade History Day: Celebrate 1,000 Years of Heritage at a Free Event

The Curious Case of the £1,000 Note, the Sacked Servant Girl, and a Mouse with a Taste for Luxury

Labor Day: Beyond the Barbecue - A History of the American Holiday's Roots in Labor Unrest

Palio di Siena: The Dramatic Horse Race That Captivates Italy and the World

Derry Man Turns History Passion into Sustainable Business with Go Succeed Support

Cochrane Discovery Days: A Weekend Packed with History, Culture and Fun!

The Surprising Reason Why Bank Holidays Are Called 'Bank Holidays'

The Holy Grail: Fact, Fiction, and the Quest for the Cup of Christ

AI-Generated Images of Jesus Christ Using Shroud of Turin Data: A New Glimpse of the Holy Figure?

Ukraine's Independence Day: A Look Back at the 1991 Coup That Changed Everything

Ancient Discovery in North Wales: Uncovering 1,000 Years of History and the Coexistence of Britons and Romans

World Photography Day 2024: Celebrating the Art of Capturing Moments

Southampton's Redbridge Causeway: A Journey Through Time

AC/DC: The Shocking Truth Behind the Band's Name That Fans Are Just Now Discovering

AC/DC's Name: The Surprising Truth Behind the Legendary Rock Band's Moniker

August 10th in History: From Space Weddings to Deadly Derechoes

The Lost City of Z: Exploring the Amazon's Hidden Secrets

Titanic In Colour: The Fascinating Details You've Never Seen Before

Titanic in Colour: See The Ship's Real Colours For The First Time in 112 Years

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