Other cultures name themselves differently.
Our names aren't normal. The structure of + + is not how much of the world does it. Other cultures squeeze in extra information such as tribal names, ancestral villages,…
Medieval Affair SO BAD She Became A Nun!
This is the wild story of a 12th century French philosopher, Abelard, who fell in love with his student, Heloise.
The Surprising Truth About Beauty Standards in the Middle Ages
What made you attractive in the Middle Ages? In this filmed episode of the History Hit podcast Betwixt the Sheets, Dr Kate Lister interviews medieval historian Eleanor Janega about medieval…
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Aug 25 (Reuters) - Two Pennsylvania residents have died due to measles, health officials said on Tuesday, the first U.S. deaths from the disease reported in 2026 and the first…
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The Extravagance of 1700s Court Dresses | The Spitalfields Mantua Dress
In the 18th century, Mantua dresses were the height of court fashion. In this video, our experts discuss a rare and spectacular dress that dates from around 1756. It's 210cm…
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Monty Don Explores Croatia’s Adriatic Gardens! | Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens
Croatia’s Adriatic coast hides a garden story shaped by stone, sea, history, and survival. Monty Don travels from Trieste into Croatia, visiting Miramare Castle, iris nurseries, Opatija’s historic parks, ancient…
Sadly Passed | Mitchell and Webb
David Mitchell and Robert Webb hilariously recap the brutal action of John Wick 4 with an unexpectedly polite twist. As the violence gets more extreme, the phrase “sadly passed away”…