Since the concept of peace resonates deeply with many, several names are associated with it or with peaceful symbols, if not through a literal translation. If you're in search of a name that is both ...

The myth of Nicolas and Pernelle Flamel, medieval Parisians said to have made gold with a philosophers' stone, sparked a ...

Archaeologists in Kazakhstan have uncovered a sixth- to seventh-century fortified settlement, revealing ancient walls, pottery and a rare bird figurine.

Let's be frank: what comes to mind when you think of medieval dinners? Probably something gray and lumpy eaten by candlelight ...

A respected Lithuanian broadcaster felt compelled to debunk a medieval blood libel about Jews and Passover, a disturbing ...

As Woman's Hour marks 80 years, Matthew Sweet and guests explore women's voices in history ...

The 120-foot roll on which Jack Kerouac typed On the Road has become the most expensive literary manuscript ever sold at auction. How a French-Canadian kid from ...

Halloween’s origins you probably didn’t know Halloween today is about candy, costumes, and spooky fun, with children dressed ...

Souvenir shopping might seem like a modern tourist tradition, but its history stretches back nearly 2,000 years. Around 130 AD, Roman soldiers stationed near Hadrian's Wall may have collected ...

Nigella will join stars like David Beckham, Snoop Dogg, Gary Barlow, and Tom Holland who have all entered the alcoholic drinks industry.

How old is your house? Only 50 or 60 years? A 1970s bungalow? Oh dear, a “new” house. Some years ago, my Australian cousins were wowed on a trip to the UK by a house that was around 200 years old.

This Northumberland community is rich in history and offers vintage and antique shopping ...