School evacuated after student brought grenade to show-and-tell
A student at Osmaston CofE Primary School in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, brought a WWII hand grenade to a show-and-tell assembly, prompting ...
Friday, August 8, 2025
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Royals arrive at VE Day 2025 service at Westminster Abbey
The royal family attended the annual VE Day service at Westminster Abbey on May 8, 2025, commemorating the 80th anniversary ...
‘Getting food parcels during the war was like birthdays and Christmas all at once’
Tim Thomas, reflecting on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, shares his childhood memory of receiving CARE packages during the ...
VE Day: Party leaders write for Metro on momentous anniversary
As VE Day celebrations commence, party leaders, including Ed Davey, Carla Denyer, and Nigel Farage, reflect on the day's significance. ...
Keir Starmer: My grandad’s post-war silence reminds me of our VE Day sacrifice
The commemoration of VE Day this year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, emphasizing the ...
How did World War II end – and why do Europe and the US recognise different dates?
The UK is commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day, marking Germany's unconditional surrender on May 8, 1945, which ended ...
TfL tells passengers to avoid two Tube stations at heart of London VE Day events
Travellers on the London Underground are advised to avoid Westminster station between 9am and 11am today due to expected crowds ...
Is VE Day 2025 a bank holiday in the UK?
Thousands will gather in London next week to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day, marking the end of World ...
Best VE Day celebrations across the UK – from Red Arrows flypast to royals and street parties
Thousands are expected to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, marking the Allies' acceptance of Germany's ...
When is VE Day 2025 and is it a bank holiday in the UK?
Thousands will celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in London on May 8, 2025, with events including a military ...
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