Countdown's Queen: Rachel Riley on Numbers and Nonsense

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

read more

Fury on the Seine: Viking Siege of Paris, 845 AD

In a year of 845 AD, terror gripped the fair city of Paris. An army of fierce Vikings, led by the ruthless warlord Ragnar Lothbrok, descended upon the shores with a fury untamed. Their longships, filled with warriors and plundering intent, sailed up our Seine River, a sight of strike fear into the hearts of Parisians. The initial strike was swift

read more