Experts say that an oft-circulated anecdote about two royal astronomers drunkenly failing to foresee an eclipse thousands of years ago contains hints of truth Georgia Michelman Smart News To ...

In a period when James Watt perfected the steam engine and American independence was recognised, social change dominated the 19th Century. The first telephone call, the first light bulb and the ...

Explore the BBC’s rich history - uncover the stories behind topical anniversaries, delve into fascinating objects from our diverse collections, or take a deeper look through one of our long‑form ...

Explore the history of the BBC since its foundation in 1922 to the present day Explore the BBC’s rich history - uncover the stories behind topical anniversaries, delve into fascinating objects from ...

History told by the people who were there. For nine minutes every weekday, Witness History takes you back to moments which have shaped our world. Show more Witness History is a short BBC World Service ...

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The marathon is a beloved race distance for dedicated runners. It draws in both one-time marathon runners looking to check off an impressive bucket list goal, as well as seasoned marathoners who ...

History BA at King’s is taught by one of the biggest history departments in the UK, with expertise covering every continent and all time periods since 300 AD. Our diverse syllabus and wide range of ...

BA History and International Relations is an interdepartmental and interdisciplinary programme designed to develop your critical thinking and independence of thought about the past, and about the ...

Celebrate musician birthdays, remember artists who have died, and look back on some of the biggest days in the history of music. Listen to Today In Music History each weekday morning at 7:30 a.m. on ...