Vladimir tiara: Queen’s favourite diadem has shock history worthy of a Hollywood film
THE VLADIMIR TIARA is said to be Queen Elizabeth’s favourite, and the gorgeous diadem comes with a thrilling backstory that could come straight out of a Hollywood film. Daily Express :: Style Feed
Trump embarrassment: Palestinians say Trump’s new plan as ‘biggest scam in modern history’
THE Chief Palestinian diplomat to the UK has slammed President Trump’s Middle East peace plan as “one of the biggest scams in modern history” and the realisation of the “Greater Israel project”. Daily Express :: World Feed
‘Time Team Dad inspired my love of history’ Laura Shepherd-Robinson on new book
LAURA SHEPHERD-ROBINSON has just received an official mudlarking permit. Now the bestselling author can legally rummage around on the Thames foreshore for historical artefacts long-lost in the muck. Which all seems rather fitting given how she has already brought the 18th century river back to life in her debut novel, Blood & Sugar. Daily Express […]
Lover’s Knot Tiara: History behind Kate Middleton & Princess Diana’s favourite diadem
THE LOVER’S KNOT tiara is one of the most recognisable in the world, as it is currently worn by Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, and was a favourite of Diana, Princess of Wales. What many jewellery fans may not realise is that the stunning pearl and diamond piece is based on another impressive diadem. […]
James Bond 26: ‘007 history proves No Time To Die may NOT be Daniel Craig’s last outing’
JAMES BOND 26 could still be on the cards for Daniel Craig after No Time To Die, considering the 007 franchise’s history, points out a Bond expert. Daily Express :: Films Feed
Staring At God Britain in the Great War – A political and cultural history of World War 1
This is the third volume in Simon Heffer’s epic history of Britain from 1838 to 1939. It is every bit as good as its two predecessors and one can only hope that one of the author’s friends can be prevailed upon to encourage him to continue beyond 1939. Daily Express :: Books Feed
A Brief History of Puzzles – Where and how did our obsession with testing ourselves begin?
Bill Hartston is well known in this parish. He writes the Beachcomber column and for many years wrote the “10 Facts” daily column and The Saturday Briefing so his bona fides for this book are well established. Daily Express :: Books Feed
‘Closest flyby in history’ Scientists panic after NASA fails to pick up asteroid threat
NASA is on alert after confirming that an asteroid which was not picked up by their warning system turned out to be the “closest ever” object to pass Earth in recorded history. Daily Express :: News Feed
Let’s look at five of the BMFs in UFC history
With the BMF belt on the line at UFC 244, featuring Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, here are five of the baddest MFers to step into the octagon. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos
Trump family could be on verge of ‘biggest deal in history’ over Washington hotel
THE TRUMP Organisation is considering a hotel deal that could be the biggest in industry history according to dramatic reports. Daily Express :: World Feed