8 h. ago Historic town founded by Black Colombians fleeing slavery eyes second ‘independence’

San Basilio de Palenque calls itself ‘the first free Black territory in the Americas’ – a referendum next month could win its own local governmentThe Caribbean Colombian village that proudly calls itself “the first free Black territory in the Americas” is on the verge of freeing itself once again – not from the Spanish crown, as it did in the early 18th century, but from local government control.Just over 300 years after Spain recognised San Basilio de Palenque as a slavery-free territory, residents of the community, just 30 miles away from the touristic hub of Cartagena, are set to vote on finally becoming an independent town.Young people rehearse their musical performance for the night of the Drum festival in San Basilio de Palenque Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Mental Health Is Real Wealth: how Black men prioritize healing in a Los Angeles community

The bi-monthly group gives Black men a safe space to share, reflect and support each otherDesmond Carter is on a mission to save the lives of Black men.Carter, founder of Mental Health Is Real Wealth, leads a bi-monthly mental health group in Los Angeles’ Leimert Park neighborhood, and on a recent Thursday, 15 Black men gathered inside a conference room without pressure and without women. Continue reading...

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27 h. ago Mental Health Is Real Wealth: how Black men prioritize healing ‘in this white world’

In Los Angeles, a bi-monthly group gives Black men a safe space to share, reflect and support each otherDesmond Carter is on a mission to save the lives of Black men.Carter, founder of Mental Health Is Real Wealth, leads a bi-monthly mental health group in Los Angeles’ Leimert Park neighborhood, and on a recent Thursday, 15 Black men gathered inside a conference room without pressure and without women. Continue reading...

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33 h. ago UK’s 'most haunted' city is brimming with cosy cafés and autumn charm

Famous for it's historic castle, medieval Old Town and rich cultural heritage, Edinburgh is a seasonal treat

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4 d. ago Perfect staycation town with fairytale castle surrounded by azure sea

Marazion, in Cornwall, is a historic market town that is perfect for a staycation all year round. The town is home to a fairytale castle and boasts stunning beaches

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9 d. ago Historic church in Welsh town to become shops and restaurant

Plans to demolish Christ Church Presbyterian in Barry were met with widespread opposition in 2021. The building's future has now been set on a very different course

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9 d. ago North Berwick: Historic Scottish town gets 27 parking meters for first time in 'disappointing' move

A total of 27 parking meters, enforcing paid parking, will be installed on the back of the council’s vote

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9 d. ago Britain's smallest castle that is built into trendy town's historic walls goes on sale for £330k

The Gazebo Tower (pictured) sits in pride of place on the high street in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, looking out over the river and the surrounding countryside.

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9 d. ago Paisley Buddies urged to 'stand on the right side of history' at town centre Palestine rally

Paisley 4 Palestine is calling on people across Renfrewshire to stand with them tomorrow as they host a rally and wait to see if the proposed ceasefire is implemented.

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9 d. ago Human bones found in black bag buried just yards from graveyard

Construction workers were removing overgrowth with a digger to build a wooden fence in Doncaster on Monday when they found the bag of bones in a black bag just three metres away from a graveyard.

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1 week ago Building once 'home to murderers' is now up for sale at £95,000

The property sits untouched in a small Welsh town and is steeped in history

Economics

1 week ago Next meeting of West Lothian History and Amenity Society will be talk on Edinburgh’s New Town

Members are at last returning to Bathgate for this meeting, having booked Room 11 (the Crans-Gevrier Room) in Bathgate Partnership Centre.

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1 week ago Historic Carnegie library in tourist town will be turned into a mosque after Christian group dropped legal action

Labour council chiefs agreed a 30-year-old lease to turn the landmark former library into Abergavenny's first mosque after it had sat unused for ten years.

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1 week ago Historic library in popular Welsh tourist town will be turned into a mosque after Christian group dropped legal action

Labour council chiefs agreed a 30-year-old lease to turn the landmark former library into Abergavenny's first mosque after it had sat unused for ten years.

Culture

1 week ago Scottish town people love is located near some of 'most scenic walks in UK'

A Scottish town that's full of history has been celebrated as a gorgeous place to visit. As well as being pretty, it offers some of the most scenic walks in the UK, according to visitors

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1 week ago Charming town with a 'friendly feel' just 14 miles from the Welsh border

If you find yourself in south Shropshire, be sure to visit Ludlow, a charming market town with a rich history and plenty of things to see and do

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1 week ago Scotland's 'prettiest town' set for £3.5m 'improvement' is home to iconic bridge views and buildings

The town was named Scotland’s “prettiest” in 2024, praised for its historic church, beaches, and charming independent shops.

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1 week ago British rock legend who founded The Damned & played with Black Sabbath left huge fortune for family after death aged 74

A BRITISH rock legend who spearheaded legendary group The Damned left a mammoth fortune for his family following his tragic death. Iconic guitarist Brian James left more than half a million pounds to his beloved wife in his will after his death in March at the age of 74. Documents reveal the musician left his...

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1 week ago Tiny market town with proper pubs on one of the world's most scenic train journeys

I love a Welsh market town, especially if it's got bags of character and history and proper pubs where you can get a round in without having to remortgage your house

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2 w. ago The beautiful 'old soul' town filled with cottages is one of UK's best places to live

A charming town dotted with picture-postcard cottages has held on to its history while managing to move with the times, which has helped it bag the title of one of the best places to live in the UK

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