1712: Death of former Lord Protector Richard Cromwell aged 85. 1730: Lorenzo Corsini chosen as Pope Clemens XII. On the same ...

MPs have rightly called for action to stop dangerous medicine shortages (Metro, Tues). The findings of an All-Party ...

Readers discuss Trump's Peace Prize nomination, the Post Office Horizon scandal, doctors on strike and diplomatic pawns.

Henry VIII’s meals were more than just indulgent—they were political power plays. From roasted swan to spiced wine, every dish showed status.

Song of the summer” is a complex characterization—it’s not simply the most popular track of the season (that’s likely to be ...

For the first time since Henry VIII created the role, a Jew will helm Hebrew studies at Cambridge Yeshiva University’s Aaron Koller will be the first Jewish Regius Professor of Hebrew.

Find out why Margaret Douglas' dangerous forbidden love scandalized Henry VIII's court! Learn about the uprising that threatened the reign of Henry VIII…and the head of Thomas Cromwell!

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb delves into the tumultuous and nuanced religious policies of Henry VIII's reign. She examines how Henry VIII utilised religion to justify his policies and actions ...

There are bad kings, there are horrible kings...and then there's Henry VIII. Famous for his many wives and their various chilling ends, Henry nearly tore England apart in his quest for a son. He ...

The Masterpiece series featuring King Henry VIII (Damian Lewis) and Thomas Cromwell (Mark Rylance) shows off historic locations.

The Masterpiece series featuring King Henry VIII (Damian Lewis) and Thomas Cromwell (Mark Rylance) shows off historic locations.

A MOST interesting exhibition has recently been held at the National Portrait Gallery to mark the rediscovery of Holbein's original cartoon for his famous portrait group, "Henry VIII and the Barber ...