When it comes to the biggest questions about British history, there is perhaps none more frequently asked than who were the best (and worst) monarchs. YouGov asked the public for their opinion.

Racing has lost one of its true gentlemen with the passing of former leading trainer Fulke Johnson Houghton at the age of 84. Fulke Johnson Houghton was born into the game as both of his parents were ...

The Legacy of Chief Dr . Azantilow Ayieta The story of Chief Dr . Azantilow Ayieta, the Paramount Chief of the Bulsa people in the Upper East Region of Ghana, is one of remarkable leadership, ...

Eventually in 1603 Elizabeth died and James was offered the throne. The succession passed smoothly and James VI of Scotland became James I of England and Ireland. Although promising to return to ...

Despite the made-for-TV scandals that preceded her marriage to Charles, Camilla, arguably Charles' first love, was embraced ...

King George VI died in his sleep. It was a defining moment in the British monarchy. Princess Elizabeth, then 25, was in Kenya ...

Prince Karim, Aga Khan IV, spiritual leader of the 15 million Nizari Ismaili Muslims, was among the world's pre-eminent owner ...

Catherine, Princess of Wales, is renowned for her impeccable fashion sense, but it's the thoughtful details that set her ...

Grand National-winning owner John Hales has died at the age of 85. Mr Hales, who made his money through the Golden Bear Toys ...

Coronation Street fans are in for a bit of disappointment tonight (Friday 31 January) as the beloved ITV soap has been dropped from its usual slot due to a major schedule reshuffle. The popular ...

Charles I was crowned in Westminster Abbey on 2nd February 1626. Due to religious difficulties his wife was not crowned with him For the first time ever at a coronation the anthem "I was glad" was ...