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Sir Christopher Wren: Life and legacy

Christopher Wren – astronomer, mathematician, physicist and inventor – is best known as the architect of St Paul’s Cathedral, one of Britain’s most iconic buildings  Words: Neil Jones Sir Christopher Wren's legacy One evening in 1723 a...

Oliver Cromwell: Hero or villain?

Described by some as a sincere man of action, labelled a tyrannical dictator and traitor by others, Oliver Cromwell is admired and reviled in equal measure. We unearth the truth behind the fascinating story...

Burns Night: plan your own party

Burns Night, the annual celebration of the life of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns is just around the corner. Here is all you need to know to throw the finest of Scottish parties.
Churchill and Clementine at Chartwell with some of their grandchildren. Credit: Popperfoto/Getty

Winston Churchill remembered

To mark the anniversary of his death, we take a photographic tour through the life of our wartime prime minister, Sir Winston Churchill. Winston Churchill died at his home in Hyde Park Gate on 24...

The beauty of Burns

Whisky is essential, haggis a must and bagpipes a bonus when Scotland celebrates the life of its favourite son, Robert Burns If you’ve ever been invited to supper in Scotland on 25 January then you'll...
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Burns Night trivia – how well do you ken Robbie Burns?

As the annual celebration of Scotland’s national poet approaches, here is some Burns Night trivia to impress your friends with over haggis and whisky... Burns Night trivia According to some sources, Robert Burns was something of...

Happy 74th birthday to King Charles III

King Charles III turns 74 today. Believe it or not, this little chap is King Charles as a baby, sitting on his mother, Queen Elizabeth II's lap. Today, he turns 74 and to celebrate his...
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The Queen at Balmoral: Her Highland haven

On 8 September, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully at Balmoral Castle, her beloved holiday home in the Highlands... Words: Sally Coffey When the Queen’s coffin left Balmoral, it passed slowly through the villages...
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King Charles III: The life of our new king

King Charles III became King on the death of his mother, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth III on September 8 2022. Here, we take a closer look at his life up until this pivotal moment... Words:...

HM Queen Elizabeth II’s most inspiring moments

As we honour the remarkable life and reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II we look back at some of the Queen's most inspiring moments and achievements during her life time Words: Millie Sykes 1. The royal...
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