Stockholm

 I wrote a history of the great Swedish city of Stockholm 

Berlin

 I wrote a history of the great German city of Berlin 

Myths about Henry VIII

 This excellent article debunks some myths about Henry VIII 

Escalators

 The first escalator in Britain was unveiled on 16 November 1898 in Harrods (a famous store in London). This new device was so frightening, to some people that staff were ready at the top with brandy (for men) and smelling salts (for ladies) in case customers fainted or were overcome by the experience.

Corporal Punishment

 New York state has banned corporal punishment in private schools

Romsey

 I wrote a history of the town of Romsey in Hampshire 

Colombia

 I wrote a brief history of the South American country of Colombia