Expert Comment
Oscars academy to hold emergency talks following allegations about film mogul Harvey Weinstein - expert comment
The hosts of the Oscars are to hold emergency talks to consider the future role of film mogul Harvey Weinstein following claims of sexual misconduct. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said the allegations of sexual assault against Weinstein were "repugnant".
Bafta, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, has already suspended his membership. Weinstein strongly denies the allegations against him.
Fim expert Dr Mary Harrod comments.
Prof Kevin Butcher investigates myth-making and the coins of the Roman provinces
Writing for BBC History Professor Kevin Butcher shares three myths found on Roman coins, two quite obscure and one a little more famous.
Dr Richardson reveals eight historical snap elections in BBC History Magazine
With Britons about to vote in a snap election, Dr Sarah Richardson Associate Professor of British History, reveals eight other years when the government sprang a surprise poll on the public in the June edition of BBC History Magazine.
As the French presidential race heats up, Dr Lees provides insight
Dr Lees, Teaching Fellow in French Studies provides some expert insight ahead of the French presidential elections.
Dr Fabio Camilletti describes phantasmagoria in BBC History Online
Dr Fabio Camilletti, Associate Professor in Italian Studies has been researching phantasmagoria, the most popular form of visual entertainment that existed before cinema. This lost art specialised in thrilling audiences with macabre illusions created through trickery and science.