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Notorious Mothers-in-Law Throughout History
For Mother-in-Law Day on Sunday, appreciate your mother-in-law even more than usual by reading these tales.
When Royal Watching Becomes Royal Stalking
Find out about Robert Moore, whose body was found near Buckingham Palace, and others with unhealthy royal fixations.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About William the Conqueror
On the 945th anniversary of William the Conqueror’s invasion of England, explore some interesting facts about one of history’s most influential rulers.
Slideshow: History’s Best and Worst Dads
This Father’s Day, we bring you five men who exemplify some of history’s finest parenting—along with five others you’ll be glad you never had to call Dad.
Was King Tut Buried in a Hurry?
King Tut may have been hastily sealed into his tomb even before the paint on its walls had time to dry, according to new research.
Slideshow: History of the Duke and Duchess’ New Digs
Home to countless royals and the site of key events, London’s Kensington Palace has a long and rich history.
Slideshow: Longest-Reigning British Monarchs
Today, Queen Elizabeth II became the second-longest ruling monarch in British history. Find out about other British rulers with lengthy reigns.
How Conventional Was Charles and Diana’s Wedding?
The nuptials of Prince Charles and Lady Diana have come to represent the archetypal royal wedding, but there are some ways in which the event broke the mold.
Royal Weddings Gone Bad
From vomiting brides to absent grooms, history has proven that not every royal wedding is the stuff of fairytales.
Video: Royal Weddings of the House of Windsor
As the one-week countdown to the royal nuptials begins, get into the spirit with a look back at some of the House of Windsor’s most memorable weddings.
Study Shows William Was Medieval England’s Most Popular Name
William was the most common male name by a wide margin in 13th-century England, according to an important medieval record known as the Henry III Fine Rolls.
Did Blood Cause Henry VIII’s Madness and Reproductive Woes?
Biological factors may have caused Henry VIII’s madness and reproductive woes, new research suggests.
Romances That Changed History
For better or for worse, these historic romances altered the course of history.
