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HistoryOn This Day: “Jack the Ripper” was given his name by an anonymous letter that rocked 1800s LondonOn September 27, 1888, an anonymous letter arrived at the offices of the Central News Agency in London. The letter, written in red ink, bore the chilling signature "Jack the Ripper.
HistoryWho are the most popular Royals in 2023?Here is a definitive list of the most popular Royal members for 2023. Did your favourite Royal family member make the list?
RoyalsFacts about Prince Harry on his birthdayPrince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, was born on this day, September 15, 1984.
HistoryNever before seen portrait of Queen Elizabeth II unveiled on anniversary of her passingTo mark the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's passing, an unreleased image of Her Majesty has been shared with the public alongside a message from King Charles.
RoyalsEverything you need to know about Queen Elizabeth I for her birthdayHow much do you know about Queen Elizabeth I's life?
HistoryQueen Elizabeth II memorial to be unveiled in 2026 to mark Her Majesty’s 100th birthdayOn the anniversary week of the passing of the late Queen Elizabeth, plans for a permanent memorial are set to be unveiled to mark what would have been Her Majesty's 100th birthday.
HistoryA day well spent: Henley-on-ThamesHenley-on-Thames, a planned medieval town, was once a prosperous internal port, but reinvented itself in Victorian times as a fashionable riverside resort.
HistoryIn search of Thomas Edward Lawrence, “Lawrence of Arabia”Born on this day, Aug 16, 1888, Thomas Edward Lawrence, known as "Lawrence of Arabia", the army officer, archaeologist, diplomat and author, set conspiracy theorists’ tongues wagging here Steven Roberts goes in search of the truth.
HistorySpecial King Charles Coronation coins enter circulationThe Royal Mint has announced that a special 50p coin marking His Majesty King Charles III’s coronation will start to appear in circulation.
HistoryFacts about Meghan Markle on her birthdayHere's some fun facts about Meghan Markle on her birthday!