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The man behind Scotland and Corsica’s enduring link

It is a common belief among Scots that certain European peoples have a special regard for them, unlike any feeling they may nurture for other…

The National (Scotland)

Napoleon's world is on display for a landmark auction, from divorce papers to his iconic hat

The Hollywood epic “Napoleon” exposed the legendary emperor to a new generation

The Independent UK

22 People Share Real-Life Villains They Regret Mistaking For Heroes At First

“You either die a hero or you live long enough to see yourself become the villain.”

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13 People Break Down The Historical Lies That Are Widely Accepted To This Day

Some historical lies get repeated so many times, we start believing they are true.

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5 Movies Over 4 Hours Long That Are Totally Worth It

Most people groan when they see a movie runtime stretch beyond the two-hour mark, but some films break the four-hour barrier and still leave audiences wanting more. These aren’t just movies; they’re full-blown cinematic experiences that immerse you in breathtaking storytelling, sweeping visuals, and unforgettable performances. While movies over 4…

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Civilization 7's choice of leaders came down to "authenticity and not accuracy" - "The goal is not 'is wrong wrong?' But rather 'Does wrong feel wrong?'"

It's a head-scratcher

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From peasant fodder to posh fare: how snails and oysters became luxury foods

Oysters and escargot are recognised as luxury foods around the world – but they were once valued by the lower classes as cheap sources of protein.

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Tory MP Slams Labour for Snubbing Middlesex Day Tradition

The Union Jack isn’t the only flag sparking political heat in Westminster. Middlesex Day, which honours the bravery of British troops at the Battle of Albuhera against Napoleon.

The Fashion Central

Oui, chef! ‘Carême’ introduces world’s first (sexy) celebrity chef, a Napoleonic-era kitchen god

Think “The Bear,” translated to Napoleonic-era France

The Independent UK

Napoleon letter denying role in pope’s arrest up for auction

A hand-written letter from Napoleon denying his role in the kidnapping of Pope Pius VII in 1809 is to go under the hammer this weekend, in a reminder of France's complicated past relationship with the Vatican.

Radio France Internationale

Napoleon Letter Auction Recalls French Pope Detention

International Business Times

Slideshow: Le Pen supporters gather in Paris, turning a protest into a populist show of force

Thousands of supporters of France's far right National Rally gathered on 6 April at Place Vauban, near the golden dome of Les Invalides and the tomb of Napoleon.

Radio France Internationale

Barry Lyndon at 50: why Kubrick’s most overlooked masterpiece deserves another viewing

Stanley Kubrick’s Barry Lyndon, which marks its 50th anniversary this year, struggled at the box office when it was released. It remains one of the director’s most under-appreciated films. Unlike 2001: A Space Odyssey or The Shining, which have been endlessly dissected in books and essays, Barry Lyndon has received…

The Conversation

34 Years Later, 'Civilization 7's Brilliant Trick Brings A Never-Before-Seen Version Of Napoleon To Life

Napoleon is reappearing in Civilization 7 as an ambitious, confident leader who’s ready to make loads of enemies. Inverse dives into how his character was created this time.

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The Independent UK

Why it’s time to stop under-estimating South African wine

For too long, South African wine has been dismissed as a supermarket bargain rather than a fine wine contender. But as Hannah Twiggs discovers, with world-class terroir, a deep winemaking history and producers crafting bottles that can rival Burgundy, Bordeaux and Champagne, it’s time for UK drinkers to take it…

PC Gamer

Civilization 7's 'first major update' tweaks balance and fixes some UI issues, but don't expect an overhaul

Civilization 7's 1.1.0 patch is available now for PC and consoles, and is Firaxis' first big response to player feedback.

The Guardian - US

Trump under fire for likening himself to Napoleon amid attacks on judges

President posted ‘he who saves his country does not violate any laws’ quote attributed to French emperor

The Guardian - UK

Titanic talents, fabulous florals and a river of black stone – the week in art

Emii Alrai homes in on Vesuvius, Cézanne and Manet go on display and Yayoi Kusama shows us her green fingers

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Evening Standard

The Great Fire of London, Hitler's rise and 9/11: Which Nostradamus predictions came true?

The historic seer has developed a large following for his eerie predictions – but which have actually come true?

PC Gamer

The Sims creator's new life sim will let you arrange dinner with Napoleon, or 'a cage match between Cleopatra and my grandma'

A life sim where players collaboratively create memories for in-game avatars? It can only be a Will Wright game…

The Independent UK

Pope Francis to focus on regional 'crisis and conflict' during first papal visit to Corsica

A brief visit by Pope Francis to the French island of Corsica will put a dual focus on the Mediterranean, highlighting local traditions of popular piety on the one hand and migrant deaths and wars on the other

The Independent UK

Milan's Brera boosts its cultural cachet with an overdue modern art wing and Leonardo's Last Supper

Milan’s Pinacoteca di Brera museum, conceived under Napoleon as a “little Louvre,” is finally getting a modern art addition first envisioned more than 50 years ago with the opening Sunday of Palazzo Citterio

Evening Standard

Napoleon’s pistols gifted after Waterloo expected to fetch £14,000 at auction

The former emperor gave the weapons to Captain Marshall on HMS Bellerophon, which was moored off Plymouth.

The Guardian - UK

When historians and directors clash: ‘Ridley Scott was Napoleonic – there was no doubt who was in charge’

Film and TV have a slippery relationship with the truth when it comes to historical epics. So spare a thought for the historical experts whose advice often goes unheeded

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‘Total Hollywood BS’: Gladiator 2 Is Historically Inaccurate, Historian Says

No, there were no sharks in the Colosseum in ancient Rome, Dr. Shadi Bartsch pointed out. The post ‘Total Hollywood BS’: Gladiator 2 Is Historically Inaccurate, Historian Says first appeared on Bored Panda.

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