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 simply known for her dazzling appearance, though. Her sharp mind and talents in solving those tricky numerical puzzles have earned her a legion of fans. From tackling the infamous Conundrums to unveiling her knack for spotting patterns, Rachel has bec

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A Quiet Night, Bloody Trench: The Christmas Truce of 1914

In the midst of the horrors of World War I, a moment of remarkable tranquility descended upon the Western Front. On Christmas Eve, 1914, amidst the desolate dugouts, a spontaneous ceasefire emerged. Soldiers on both sides laid down their arms and stepped out into No Man's Land. Humming carols and exchanging greetings became the norm as men who had

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