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The Chilling Story Of Lord Lucan, The British Earl Who Mysteriously Disappeared Following The Murder Of His Children’s Nanny

After Sandra Rivett was found dead in the home of her employers, Lord and Lady Lucan, in November 1974, Lord Lucan was never seen again — and some people believe he used his wealth and connections to escape from England and go into hiding for decades.

By Amber Morgan • Nov 5, 2024

The Chilling Story Of Lord Lucan, The British Earl Who Mysteriously Disappeared Following The Murder Of His Children’s Nanny

After Sandra Rivett was found dead in the home of her employers, Lord and Lady Lucan, in November 1974, Lord Lucan was never seen again — and some people believe he used his wealth and connections to escape from England and go into hiding for decades.

By Amber Morgan • November 5, 2024

‘Staggering’ Number Of Centuries-Old Witches’ Marks Found On The Walls Of A Tudor Manor In Gainsborough, England

Markings that may date back to the 15th century and were meant to ward off witches, demons, and the evil eye were found on the walls of Gainsborough Old Hall in Lincolnshire, England.

By Amber Morgan • Oct 30, 2024

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‘Staggering’ Number Of Centuries-Old Witches’ Marks Found On The Walls Of A Tudor Manor In Gainsborough, England

Markings that may date back to the 15th century and were meant to ward off witches, demons, and the evil eye were found on the walls of Gainsborough Old Hall in Lincolnshire, England.

By Amber Morgan • October 30, 2024

This Trove Of 2,584 Silver Coins Just Sold For $5.6 Million And Became The Most Valuable Treasure In British History

In 2019, amateur metal detectorists in England's Chew Valley uncovered a hoard of 2,584 silver coins dating to between 1066 and 1068 — and now it's officially the most valuable treasure ever found in the United Kingdom.

By Amber Morgan • Oct 28, 2024

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This Trove Of 2,584 Silver Coins Just Sold For $5.6 Million And Became The Most Valuable Treasure In British History

In 2019, amateur metal detectorists in England's Chew Valley uncovered a hoard of 2,584 silver coins dating to between 1066 and 1068 — and now it's officially the most valuable treasure ever found in the United Kingdom.

By Amber Morgan • October 28, 2024

Archaeologists In England Unearth 1,800-Year-Old Roman Statue Head Near Hadrian’s Wall

Amid ongoing excavations at the Carlisle Cricket Club, archaeologists have unearthed yet another Roman statue head as well as a gemstone depicting the god Silvanus.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 28, 2024

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Archaeologists In England Unearth 1,800-Year-Old Roman Statue Head Near Hadrian’s Wall

Amid ongoing excavations at the Carlisle Cricket Club, archaeologists have unearthed yet another Roman statue head as well as a gemstone depicting the god Silvanus.

By Austin Harvey • October 28, 2024

A World War II Submarine Was Just Discovered In The Aegean Sea 81 Years After It Disappeared During A Secret Mission

The HMS Trooper was seemingly sunk by a German naval mine in October 1943, killing all 64 crew members on board.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 18, 2024

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A World War II Submarine Was Just Discovered In The Aegean Sea 81 Years After It Disappeared During A Secret Mission

The HMS Trooper was seemingly sunk by a German naval mine in October 1943, killing all 64 crew members on board.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 18, 2024

44 Vintage Photos Of When Goth Culture Shocked The World

Characterized by "dark" fashion, melancholy music, and a tight-knit community, the goth subculture finds beauty in what others might find morbid or depressing.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 14, 2024

44 Vintage Photos Of When Goth Culture Shocked The World

Characterized by "dark" fashion, melancholy music, and a tight-knit community, the goth subculture finds beauty in what others might find morbid or depressing.

By Austin Harvey • October 14, 2024

Remains Of British Explorer Sandy Irvine Discovered 100 Years After He Vanished On Mount Everest

Sandy Irvine and George Mallory vanished during their attempt to summit Mount Everest in June 1924, and the mystery over whether or not they reached the peak endures to this day

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 14, 2024

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Remains Of British Explorer Sandy Irvine Discovered 100 Years After He Vanished On Mount Everest

Sandy Irvine and George Mallory vanished during their attempt to summit Mount Everest in June 1924, and the mystery over whether or not they reached the peak endures to this day

By Kaleena Fraga • October 14, 2024

Archaeologists In England Uncover Pub Dating Back Hundreds Of Years

While carrying out excavations ahead of a construction project in Dover, archaeologists unearthed a pit full of pipes and wine jugs that they believe to be the remnants of a centuries-old pub.

By Austin Harvey • Oct 10, 2024

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Archaeologists In England Uncover Pub Dating Back Hundreds Of Years

While carrying out excavations ahead of a construction project in Dover, archaeologists unearthed a pit full of pipes and wine jugs that they believe to be the remnants of a centuries-old pub.

By Austin Harvey • October 10, 2024

A Monet Masterpiece Yellowed By Winston Churchill’s Cigar Smoke Has Now Been Restored

Claude Monet's 1902 painting Charing Cross Bridge, which was gifted to Winston Churchill in 1949, was heavily coated in residue from the former prime minister's cigar smoke.

By Amber Morgan • Oct 9, 2024

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A Monet Masterpiece Yellowed By Winston Churchill’s Cigar Smoke Has Now Been Restored

Claude Monet's 1902 painting Charing Cross Bridge, which was gifted to Winston Churchill in 1949, was heavily coated in residue from the former prime minister's cigar smoke.

By Amber Morgan • October 9, 2024

How Did The Titanic Sink — And Why Was The Disaster So Deadly?

After crashing into an iceberg in the North Atlantic, the Titanic slipped beneath the frigid waters on April 15, 1912, taking 1,500 souls with it.

By Rivy Lyon • Oct 7, 2024

How Did The Titanic Sink — And Why Was The Disaster So Deadly?

After crashing into an iceberg in the North Atlantic, the Titanic slipped beneath the frigid waters on April 15, 1912, taking 1,500 souls with it.

By Rivy Lyon • October 7, 2024