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Thanks to globalization, we plebes can pay just $6.49 for a whole Whopper meal fit for a 16th-century king.

More than 230 of the world’s wealthiest people, including Elon Musk, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, have promised to give at least half of their fortunes to charity within their lifetimes or in their wills by signing the Giving Pledge. Some of the most affluent, including Jeff Bezos – who…

Research by Findmypast has revealed a national family history knowledge gap. For those interested in creating their family tree, the website has put together an easy seven-step guide

A report has linked Sean Dyche to Everton but comments he made about Frank Lampard's side last season highlight a huge problem for the Blues and the former Burnley manager if he was to be appointed at Goodison Park

Many would say it's not a proper Christmas dinner without turkey

His official surname is also seldom used

From Henry VIII to the telegram network, how the state intervened in the private sector – and who got the money

Overnight, a golf ball-sized lump appeared on my toe – and all sorts of delicious things had to disappear from my diet, says writer Daniel Lavelle

House-hunters are being given the chance to own a Grade II-listed 16th century servant’s cottage at a bargain price - with auction bids starting at just £1.

Warm, witty and full of universally brilliant acting, this absolute triumph of a docudrama also serves up huge chunks of knowledge, thanks to excellent talking head historians

Hitchin, Hertfordshire: Once abundant here, grey herons are now outnumbered by their egret cousins. This one has come to us