The Arab Muslim victory at the Battle of al-Qadisiyyah paved the way for the Islamic conquest of Mesopotamia and Persia.

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The 20th Century in metro Phoenix was marked by major growth. The Arizona Republic documented the growth of farming towns ...

The photos offer a glimpse into Hong Kong's past before it underwent significant expansion during the 20th century.

Explore the iconic city of Boston with this breathtaking drone footage. Take in the blend of historic landmarks like the Freedom Trail, the grand architecture of Beacon Hill, and the vibrant waters of ...

From historic war aircraft to the modern and impressive Blue Angles, it was a show organizers expected to draw the biggest crowd the event had seen yet. Loyal spectators said it's a must-see.

The Mendip Hospital cemetery and mortuary chapel in Wells, Somerset, have been recognised for their special historic interest. Built for the Somerset and Bath County Asylum in the 1870s, the cemetery ...

A pub that was saved by the community with help from celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal has gone on the market. Ty'n-y-Capel inn and restaurant in Minera near Wrexham dates back to the 13th century ...

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 18 - 25 October. Send your photos to [email protected]. Please ensure you adhere to the BBC's rules on photography that can be ...

One of those home runs was No. 50, erasing the Dodgers franchise record held by Shawn Green and creating a frenzy among fans trying to grab the historic sphere. Three fans still claim ownership ...

Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run ball has sold at auction for nearly $4.4 million, a record high price not just for a baseball, but for any ball in any sport, the auctioneer said Wednesday.

Photography was invented in 1839. Unlikely though it may now seem, photographs weren’t considered art for a long time. It took even longer before encylopedic museums like the Museum of Fine Arts ...