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Photograph of Disraeli and Wilberforce engraving among ‘missing’ Parliament art

A Freedom of Information request shows more than 65 artworks have been misplaced since the start of 2024.

Evening Standard · Aug 23

Shakespeare's birth home was about to be shipped to the US in 1847; the Shakespeare Trust had to buy it for £3,000 to save it from a showman who wanted to make it a theme park attraction

In the 1840s, Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon faced the threat of sale, as American showman P.T. Barnum aimed to move the historic home to New York. A dedicated committee formed, rallying public donations and support from notable figures like Prince Albert to save the site. Their efforts culminated in the…

The Times of India · Aug 14

'This is the best year for Tadej Pogačar to come'–Vuelta a España director confident in Tour de France champion's participation, with little concern over likely dominance

UAE sports manager Matxin says 'there's no clear date to finalize' decision as rumours gather more momentum

Cycling News · Jul 30

Balmoral 'a special place' in the hearts of the royals

The King has laid bare his love for Balmoral Castle, saying the cherished royal estate in Scotland holds "a uniquely special place in the hearts of my family".

AAP · Jun 1

Balmoral ‘a uniquely special place in the hearts of the royal family’, says King

The Aberdeenshire estate has become a favourite summer retreat for the family.

Evening Standard · May 31

King Charles pays tribute to ‘uniquely special’ Balmoral where Queen Elizabeth spent her final days

The Aberdeenshire estate has become a favourite summer retreat for the family

The Independent UK · May 31

A legendary romantic retreat: explore Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s Osborne

See how the royal couple celebrated birthdays, their children and each other in this Italianate Isle of Wight haven

The Guardian - UK · May 15

Queen Victoria's burial secrets: The hidden photograph of servant and final wish that stunned the royal family

When Queen Victoria died at Osborne House on 22 January 1901, the court expected a ceremonial end to a very public reign. What they got instead was a final act that felt startlingly private. Victoria had left detailed instructions for her burial, and among the most surprising were personal keepsakes…

The Times of India · May 11

Princess Charlene Tries Out Beach Waves and a Princess Kate-Approved Sport in a New Pair of Hermès Sneakers

She joined husband Prince Albert for a sporty outing in Monaco.

Marie Claire · May 5

Victoria: A Queen Unbound review – darkness lurks beneath the myth of a model royal marriage

Screenwriter Daisy Goodwin imagines the old queen revisiting her diaries and reveals a tale of control and coercion behind Albert’s dutiful devotion

The Guardian - UK · Apr 5