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 solely known for her dazzling looks, though. Her sharp intellect and ability in solving those tricky numerical puzzles have earned her a legion of fans. From tackling those infamous Conundrums to unveiling her knack for spotting patterns, Rachel has b

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

In this year of 845 AD, devastation gripped the fair city of Paris. Waves of fierce Vikings, led by the ruthless chieftain Ragnar Lothbrok, descended upon France's shores with a fury unprecedented. Their longships, filled with warriors and plundering intent, sailed up its Seine River, a sight to strike terror into the hearts of Parisians. The init

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