Paul Raymond, a name synonymous with the glitzy yet seedy world of Soho’s entertainment scene, was a figure who rose from humble...

Women on the floor smoking opium and three eunuchs watching them. A still from Georges Rémond’s Dandy-Pacha, 1920. "There were opium...

Art collector Antonin Personnaz captured the essence of France’s Oise Valley through a series of autochrome photographs taken between...

A single mugshot reduced Phyllis Stalnaker to an insult. Her real life tells a quieter story about women, poverty, and unjust laws in 1940s America.

Between 1932 and 1972, hundreds of Black men were left untreated for syphilis in the Tuskegee Experiment — one of the darkest chapters in U.S. medical history. Their suffering changed research ethics forever.

On the morning of January 15, 1947, Betty Bersinger, a mother out for a morning walk with her child, stumbled upon a sight so ghastly it would haunt Los Angeles for decades. As she walked down Norton Avenue, she spotted what she initially believed to be a discarded mannequin in an empty lot. Upon closer inspection, Bersinger realised with horror that she had found the severed corpse of a young woman. She quickly ran to alert the authorities, setting in motion one of the most

In 1980, nine-week-old Azaria Chamberlain vanished during a family camping trip in the Australian outback. What followed was a trial by media, a wrongful conviction, and years of public controversy. This is the story of justice delayed — and a nation divided.

The above image is from a set housed in the National Photo Library of the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) in Mexico, and they depict a group of Mexican men purportedly arrested for homosexuality in 1935. These photographs were taken in Lecumberri prison in Mexico City, a place notorious for its harsh conditions and the mistreatment of prisoners. Lecumberri prison, often referred to as "The Black Palace of Lecumberri," was a prominent penitentiary in Mexi

Clad in elegant suits and ties, with their top hats tilted towards the camera, these individuals appear to be posing for high-end portraits. However, beneath their polished exterior lies a sense of guilt reflected in their eyes, concealing the dark and serious crimes that were handled by law enforcement officers during that era. These images capture the mugshots of Australian convicts from the 1920s and 1930s, recently revealed by Australia’s Justice & Police Museum. The muse

In the bustling streets of Brazzaville and Kinshasa, a unique subculture thrives, transforming urban landscapes into vibrant fashion...

The first female doctors from India, Japan and Syria, as students at the Women's Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1885. In 1885, the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania (WMCP) witnessed a historic milestone with the graduation of three pioneering women: Anandibai Joshi from India, Keiko Okami from Japan, and Sabat Islambouli from Syria. These women were not only the first licensed female doctors in their respective countries but also symbols of tenacity and determinatio

When eight-year-old Jamie Lavis vanished after riding a Manchester bus in 1997, his disappearance sparked one of Britain’s most haunting child murder cases. The man who appeared on television begging for Jamie’s safe return—bus driver Darren Vickers—was later revealed to be the murderer.

In 1937, Leningrad, now known as Saint Petersburg, was a bustling metropolis teeming with the energy and ideals of the Soviet Union. Among its vibrant populace were the members of the Young Pioneers, a youth organisation that embodied the future hopes and dreams of the Soviet regime. These young individuals were not merely participants in an extracurricular activity; they were the torchbearers of Soviet ideology, molded to become the next generation of leaders and workers ded

On a warm Wednesday afternoon in July 1984, a man walked into a McDonald's restaurant in one of San Diego's quietest border communities and opened fire on everyone inside. Families eating lunch. Children playing. Teenagers working summer shifts. He killed 21 people and wounded 19 others in 77 minutes. The only thing that stopped him was a single bullet from a police sniper on the rooftop opposite. The San Ysidro McDonald's massacre was, at the time, the deadliest mass shootin

When Woody Guthrie moved into his new apartment in Brooklyn in 1950, he likely didn’t foresee the clash of ideals he would experience...

A rural farm worker leans on a windowsill as a woman listens intently, both dressed in practical, weatherworn clothing typical of 1850s...

In the history of overland travel, few journeys have captured the imagination quite like the legendary London to Calcutta bus service....

Alfred G. Buckham, a pioneer in the field of aerial photography, left an indelible mark on the art form with his innovative techniques and artistic vision. His journey into the skies began with a meticulous selection of the right equipment and an unwavering dedication to perfecting his craft. Choosing the Right Aircraft The first crucial step in Buckham's aerial photography process was selecting the appropriate plane. He preferred older aircraft with open cockpits, flying at

In 1893, the bustling streets of Oslo, Norway, were the stage for an innovative and, at the time, somewhat mischievous endeavor by a 19-year-old university student named Carl Størmer. Størmer, intrigued by the art of photography and the candid moments of everyday life, became one of the earliest pioneers of street photography. His approach, however, was unique and required a bit of cunning and technical ingenuity. While Carl Størmer did not build the camera himself, he did co

In the early 20th century, the world was undergoing dramatic changes. Nations were redefining their identities, and artists were seeking...

Carmine "Lilo" Galante was one of the most feared and influential figures in the history of organized crime. Known for his ruthless...

Some named her Lady D eath. To Adolf Hitler 's men, she was "the Russian bitch from hell." Lyudmila Pavlichenko , the most successful female sniper in history, who was born on this day, is now widely known for having killed 309 German soldiers during the Second World War. Born close to Kiev, Ukraine, Pavlichenko was employed as a metal grinder at a munitions factory. During this time, she became a member of a paramilitary youth sports organisation that provided training in we

On October 7, 1955, an incident unfolded in Houston, Texas, that echoed the tensions of the era and highlighted the struggle for civil rights in the world of jazz. The night was meant to be a celebration of music and integration, but it ended with the arrest of some of the biggest names in jazz: Ella Fitzgerald, Georgina Henry, Illinois Jacquet, Dizzy Gillespie, and their promoter, Norman Granz.