Lucas Horenbout, also known as Lucas Hornebolt, was a Flemish painter who worked in England as the king’s painter. He was ...

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Hocktide was a medieval festival that used to involve tying people up to raise money for the church; today, its modern ...

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While Pontius Pilate knew Jesus was an innocent man, the Roman governor authorized his crucifixion in large part because he was afraid of appearing disloyal to Caesar and losing power.

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Labour's enthusiasm for nationalising steel was met with approval across the spectrum. Political consensus is a sign that ...