How did the months of the Gregorian calendar get their names? Were some months really named after Roman deities and rulers?

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Explore the chilling mysteries of Skinwalker Ranch, where colossal wolf-like creatures have terrorised locals. Firsthand accounts and shocking evidence reveal the dark secrets lurking in the shadows.

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Perkin Warbeck, who invaded England in 1497, claiming to be the lost son of King Edward IV, is hanged for allegedly trying to escape from the Tower of London. Believed to be a native of Tournai in ...

In 1952, a dense smog settled over London, killing at least 4,000 and sending many more to the hospital. Its causes? A deadly ...

Mary Ann Evans, later known as George Eliot, is born on this day in Warwickshire, England. Eliot attended several schools until her mother’s death in 1841, after which she moved to Coventry with her ...

Discover how a daring escape and 1772 court case challenged Britain’s stance on slavery and set off a global abolitionist ...

Discover Britain’s Roman baths — ancient social hubs that blended engineering, wellness and culture. Learn how these marvels ...

The history behind the hideouts of some of Europe's most famous dictators is fascinating. Read on to find out more.

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