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TravelEscape London for a day of adventure in St. AlbansSt. Albans is a city in Hertfordshire known for its beautiful architecture and history. Located within London's commuter belt, the city is ideal for those looking to escape the capital for a day of adventure.HistoryThe life of Captain Robert Falcon Scott, the Arctic explorerCaptain Robert Flacon Scott, Royal Navy officer, and the explorer who led two expeditions to the Antarctic regions. Today we celebrate his life and incredible adventures.HistoryDr Samuel Johnson’s dictionaryA look at the life and influence the lexicographer and scholar, Dr. Samuel Johnson, has had on how we communicate. HistoryWhat is the Magna Carta? Everything you need to knowIt formed the basis for America's Bill of Rights but what is the Magna Carta, and how did the Great Charter come to be?RoyalsWATCH: Incredible old footage of Princess Anne’s christening in 1950Royal christenings are a chance for the whole Royal Family to come together and celebrate the birth of their newest member.CultureLetters from Father Christmas by Lord of the Rings author J. R. R. TolkienWhile you might know J. R. R. Tolkien as being the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, this academic was also a doting father who penned "The Father Christmas Letters" for his children.HistoryPrince William meets with Donald Trump at the reopening of the Notre Dame in ParisDonald Trump described the Prince of Wales as a "good-looking guy" after a meeting with him in Paris.HistoryThe Queen’s Christmas Speech, 1957This footage is from Queen Elizabeth's first ever televised Christmas broadcast.RoyalsWhat was Queen Elizabeth’s favourite dessert?Did you know Queen Elizabeth had a sweet tooth? Here's what she liked best.TravelQuant villages to Roman remains – this is the twin coasts of ThanetDeserted beaches and bustling seaside resorts, spectacular cliff-top walks and an amusement park inspired by Coney Island - this is Kent's Isle of Thanet.