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The four grandsons of General de Gaulle have announced plans to sell La Boisserie, the family home in Colombey-les-deux-Églises. The French state is expected to acquire the site to preserve it as national heritage.

May 08, 2026 Reported by AI

Hats carried deep social and political meaning in 17th- and 18th-century England. Refusing to remove one could amount to open protest against authority. New findings detail how this everyday item shaped identity, hierarchy, and even safety.

Buckingham Palace's The King’s Gallery hosts the exhibition 'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style,' surveying the late monarch's deep involvement with her wardrobe. Vogue’s Hamish Bowles and Caroline de Guitaut previewed rare clothing pieces, sketches, and documents. The display highlights her communication through attire across decades.

April 30, 2026 Reported by AI

Ethiopia today marked the 85th Patriots Day at Victory Monument Square in Addis Ababa. Officials stressed the need for national unity and patriotism.

President Lee Jae-myung stressed the importance of defending democracy at the 66th anniversary of the April 19 Revolution. Speaking at the April 19th National Cemetery in northern Seoul, he compared the 1960 people's resistance to former President Yoon Suk-yeol's 2024 martial law attempt, saying the public's outcry toppled an arrogant regime. He urged safeguarding democracy against anti-democratic forces.

April 19, 2026 Reported by AI

The Department of Basic Education has published a new draft History Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) for grades 4 to 12, adopting an African-centred approach away from Eurocentric narratives. Minister Siviwe Gwarube extended the public comment period by 30 days to May 19, 2026, citing strong public interest. Stakeholders praise the decolonisation effort but note concerns over content depth and representation.