Countdown's Queen: Rachel Riley on Numbers and Nonsense

Rachel Riley has become a household name thanks to her stint on Countdown. The brainy beauty isn't merely known for her dazzling style, though. Her sharp mind and talents in solving those tricky numerical puzzles have earned her a legion of fans. From tackling those infamous Conundrums to revealing her knack for spotting patterns, Rachel has become

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The Gruesome Tale of Paris: The Cat Massacre

In the early 19th century, a chilling incident unfolded in the heart of Paris. An unspeakable act of cruelty was committed against innocent animals, leaving the city stunned. Hundreds of cats, innocent creatures who had long been residents of the Parisian streets, were brutally killed. The motive behind this horrific event remains elusive, shroude

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The Atrocity on the Zong

In the heart of 1790, a horrific act took place aboard the slave ship Zong. Driven by callousness, the ship's captain, {Lord Graeme|Captain Luke||], demanded that over 130 African captives be dumped to their deaths. The massacre was not a random event, but a deliberate decision driven by the desire to maximize insurance payout for the lost slaves.

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Misterul Aurului Dacilor

Dacii, un popor misterios si curajos din Dacia antica, au fost cunoscuti pentru abilitatea lor in lucrul cu aurul. Se spune ca ei aveau o {cunostintaștiintă profundă despre arta metalurgiei, reușind sa modeleze obiecte de o frumusete deosebita. Au fost descoperite numeroase dovezi ale bogăției lor, dar exact misterul aurului dacilor inca rama

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