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CultureA misspelled calling card left at a London club destroyed Oscar Wilde in 1895Four days after The Importance of Being Earnest opened, Bosie’s father wrote nine words on a card at the Albemarle Club and set the ruin in motion.
HistoryIs this the last-known footage of Queen Victoria?On this day in 1819, Queen Victoria was born. This footage of Queen Victoria in Ireland is believed to be the clearest in existence.
CultureThe London gangster who shaped the Kray TwinsLondon gangster William 'Billy' Hill helped shape the criminal career of the notorious Kray twins.
TravelThe journeys of Celia Fiennes through 17th-century EnglandThree hundred years ago, a remarkable woman travelled alone through every county in England. Today, her journal provides us with a glimpse of 17th-century England.
HistoryWilliam Wilberforce and the British Slave TradeThe slave trade was abolished across the British Empire in 1833. This piece explores the lead up to this historic event.
TravelShedding light on the Dark Ages in BritainJoin Scott Reeves as he takes a look at the Dark Ages.
Food & DrinkHow to correctly store teaLoose leaves, strong flavors, delicate aromas - here's everything you need to know about storing tea, a comprehensive guide on how to store tea.
HistoryPresident of Ireland refused to attend Prince Charles and Lady Diana’s weddingState Papers have revealed that the former President of Ireland decided that he would not attend the Royal wedding shortly after receiving an invitation from Buckingham Palace.
HistoryOff Britain’s beaten track – an insider’s guide to sites most tourists don’t seeGet off the main roads and discover some wonderful British sites that most holidaymakers won't make it to.
History3 Reasons to Visit… GlasgowOften overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, Glasgow offers just as much to the tourist.