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Russel Tarr considers key issues from the life of the famous Cardinal.

Russel Tarr outlines what was at issue in the clash between Catholics and Protestants.

What are stars made of?

The Loch Ness Monster’s first appearance on film captured both the hype and the scepticism surrounding cinema’s newest star.

Daughter of the Dragon: Anna May Wong’s Rendezvous with American History by Yunte Huang explores the discrimination beneath Hollywood’s glamour.

Political reputations are forged by actions, but the long view of history can be hard to predict.