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Dickens London Home Restored: Museum recreates writer’s rooms; £3.2 million project

From 1837 to 1839, Charles Dickens called 48 Doughty Street his home, writing timeless works such as Oliver Twist. This historic house was saved from demolition in 1923 and transformed into a museum in 1925. Following a £3.2 million restoration, the property now boasts a visitor center, exhibition space, and…

The Times of India · Nov 1

Philippa Gregory: ‘I read 100 of the 18th century’s most popular novels – the perfect author’s apprenticeship’

The British novelist on discovering Molly Keane, coming to Dickens late, and the books that taught her the importance of writing about history

The Guardian - UK · Oct 30

London’s oldest restaurant, where Edward VII met his mistress and showbiz stars gathered, is now protected by the National Trust

A historic restaurant in London, renowned for its royal visitors and celebrity clientele over the past 228 years, has been gifted to a conservation organization to ensure its legacy. The donation encompasses the building alongside valuable memorabilia to support conservation initiatives. Operations of the restaurant will persist, securing jobs for…

The Times of India · Oct 15

Meet US collector John Reznikoff, who owns $1m worth of hair from Lincoln, Monroe

John Reznikoff has built one of the world's strangest historical collections: hair from some of the most famous people in history. The Connecticut-based collector and authenticator holds the Guinness World Records title for the largest collection of hair from historical figures. When he received the record in 2001, his collection…

The Times of India · Oct 8

Martin Freeman undergoes dramatic transformation for new BBC drama

Sherlock writer Mark Gatiss has adapted the Dickensian classic for BBC

The Independent UK · Oct 5

Martin Freeman and Jim Broadbent to star in Dickensian Ghost Story For Christmas

The actors will appear in The Bride’s Chamber, based on Dickens’ 1857 short story The Ghost In The Bride’s Chamber.

Evening Standard · Oct 5

This Is Not Your Grandfather's Scrooge: 'Ebenezer' Drops a Chilling New Trailer as November Arrival Looms

Johnny Depp returns as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ti West's gothic Paramount horror reimagining, with Ian McKellen and Daisy Ridley. In theaters November 13, 2026.

Latin Times · Oct 3

Gen Z is actually richer than any generation before them — but they have the curse of Great Expectations

A new BCG analysis says the youngest generation is richer than any before it at the same age. So why is it the best of times and the worst of times?

Fortune · Sep 22

Queen shares her love of reading amid the royal fallout from Earl Spencer’s book

Camilla’s appearance comes after a series of allegations were made about the King in extracts from Earl Spencer’s memoir.

The Independent UK · Sep 19

Queen speaks of love for books with ‘life-enhancing power’ at charity’s festival

Camilla’s appearance comes after a series of allegations were made about the King in extracts from Earl Spencer’s memoir.

Evening Standard · Sep 19