History
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All about Zealandia, the Earth's potential 8th continent
The Explainer The secret continent went undiscovered for over 300 years
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Is British history something to be proud of?
Talking Point A sharp fall in the number of people praising our past might not be a bad thing
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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How did the Second World War start?
In Depth Conflict 'not inevitable' as anniversary offers timely reminder of vital lessons for those in power today
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Stonehenge: a transformative discovery
Talking Point Neolithic people travelled much further afield than previously thought to choose the famous landmark's central altar stone
By The Week UK Published
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Recently discovered skeletons reveal new details about Pompeii
Under the Radar Earthquakes — not just a volcanic eruption — may have played a role in the city's destruction
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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The US presidents who decided not to run for a second term
The Explainer Joe Biden's decision to end his re-election campaign was shocking, but there's a long history of presidents who've bowed out on a chance at four more years
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Haredim: Israel's ultra-Orthodox Jews now facing conscription
The Explainer Religious community pays few taxes, receives vast subsidies and has avoided military service, provoking ire of wider society
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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D-Day: why the Normandy invasion was so important
The Explainer Two days of events are being held to remember historic beach landings 80 years on
By Richard Windsor, The Week UK Last updated
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D-Day: how allies prepared military build-up of astonishing dimensions
The Explainer Eighty years ago, the Allies carried out the D-Day landings – a crucial turning point in the Second World War
By The Week UK Published
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Blue plaques: Historic England's search for new local heroes
In The Spotlight Opening nominations for new iconic signs will help 'more people celebrate their heritage'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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A history of the Gentleman's Clubs of London
The Explainer The Garrick's decision to admit women has put London's 'Clubland' in the spotlight
By The Week UK Published
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Namibia grapples with legacy of genocide on Shark Island
Under the radar A non-profit research agency believes it has located sites of unmarked graves of prisoners
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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The legacy of Thatcher's Right to Buy
In Depth Row over Angela Rayner's tax bill has stirred up questions about the council house scheme
By The Week UK Published
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The laws of finding – and keeping – treasure in Britain
In the Spotlight Amateur archaeology is on the rise but flouting the laws can land you in prison
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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