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Fire rips through historic London church as heartbroken vicar watches on

Lewis Carroll and Queen Victoria’s son Prince Leopold had links to ‘historical treasure’ church

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

London church described as ‘historical treasure’ destroyed by fire

The building had links to author Lewis Carroll and Queen Victoria’s son Prince Leopold.

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2023

Australia Day hasn't always been on January 26, but it has always been an issue

January 26 is a date that sparks mixed emotions in Australia. For some, it’s a day to celebrate all the good things about living in Australia. For others, it’s a painful reminder of the beginning of British colonisation and the dispossession of First Nations.

The Conversation · Jan 25, 2023

Letterbox used by Queen Victoria at stately home found in Surrey cottage

The item was discovered during a routine house visit and had been in the family for decades.

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2023

Official chinaware commemorating the Queen’s life goes on sale

The Royal Collection pieces feature the King’s tribute to his mother – ‘May flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest’ – from his televised address.

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2023

The private Edinburgh train station only Queen Victoria was allowed to use

As if having her very own royal palace in Edinburgh wasn't enough, Queen Victoria once boasted a private railway station so that she didn't have to pass through the dilapidated Old Town.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 3, 2023

Which royals moved house after the Queen's death? And who owns their real estate portfolio?

Since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the topic of royal homes and who lives where has become a potent one. Here's a guide to who owns what, and where members of the royal family currently live.

ABC News · Dec 31, 2022

The glacial pothole in Scotland where a notorious outlaw compared to Robin Hood once hid

Near Loch Kinord in Aberdeenshire is a pothole measuring 13 meters deep and 18 meters wide that has provided sanctuary for many historical figures over the years.

Daily Record · Dec 27, 2022

King Charles has wake-up call from Piper in tradition dating back 180 years

King Charles has a wake up call at 9am from Pipe Major Paul Burns each morning for 15 minutes in a tradition he has taken on from the late Queen and that dates back to Victoria

Daily Mirror · Dec 23, 2022

A story of legends, families and capitalism: a candid history of the Christmas tree

The Christmas tree is a modern invention. It is a largely secular symbol, having no basis in the Bible. There are many trees in the Bible, from the Tree of Knowledge and the Tree of Life in Genesis to the reference to Christ’s cross as a “tree” in Acts. But…

The Conversation · Dec 19, 2022