In our new series, Charlotte Mullins explores the visual history of the British Isles in 50 treasures. Her second instalment ...

There are certain accoutrements that rulers across time appear to have agreed are necessary symbols of power. You probably want a crown, which might be made of precious metal, leaves, or possibly even ...

British folklore tells the story of twin brothers Hengist and Horsa, who led the Anglo-Saxon invasion of Britain. But were ...

A 1300s limestone stele depicting a knight in full armor was found in Gdansk alongside 250 medieval coffins and remnants of ...

Whether through thorough excavations or accidental discoveries, archaeology has unveiled a wide array of ancient civilisations, cultures and traditions across the globe. Buried beneath layers of time, ...

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BHP Group’s last offer to acquire Anglo American was for about $53 billion (£40 billion) in the late-November blitz in which the mining giant sought to derail an Anglo American-Teck resources tie-up, ...

Australian mining giant BHP has dropped its renewed bid for Anglo American after preliminary talks, clearing the way for the miner to move ahead with its own plans. One of the world's largest mining ...

The people of England got their name from the Angles, who, along with the Saxons, invaded in the early- to mid-5th century AD, after the Roman Empire began to groan under the weight of barbarian ...

LONDON, Sept 11 (Reuters Breakingviews) - Sometimes the smartest move in mining is to sit tight. Glencore (GLEN.L), opens new tab, which co-owns a key Chilean copper asset with Anglo American (AAL.L), ...

Anglo American's portfolio simplification is nearly complete, focusing on copper, premium iron ore, and crop nutrients while divesting non-core assets like platinum, diamonds, and coal. The company’s ...