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A personal approach to the Renaissance

How an upstart noble family emerged from the Wars of the Roses to rule England

An ocean of prejudice met the American heiresses who came to Britain at the dawn of the 20th century, but there was more to them than their wealth. Some earned their own titles, one flew helicopters and another made history as Britain’s first female MP

Each issue we investigate the most ghostly places to visit. Here we take a look at one of our favourite holiday destinations – beautiful Tuscany

Matt Elton Can you briefly explain the papal conclave, and who’s involved? Rebecca Rist It’s based on the system instituted by Pope Gregory X in the 13th century. After the death of a pontiff, members

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