US Flag Down at White House, Sparks Distress Signal Row
Marine One's rotor wash topples a flag at the White House, invoking the US Flag Code's 'dire distress' signal. Discover the incident's details and historical context.
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Why Is There Nothing Welsh on the Union Jack?
Discover the story behind the Union Jack's design in a fun kids' quiz. Test your knowledge with questions set by children and learn something new today!
Council removes Australian flags before Australia Day
A controversial decision by Maitland City Council to remove Australian flags from civic buildings before Australia Day has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and council priorities.
Southgate defends England flag amid controversy
Gareth Southgate addresses the controversy surrounding England's St George's Cross flag, defending its importance while acknowledging modern sensitivities ahead of Euro 2024.
Nottinghamshire Council Demands Flag Reform Over Political Disputes
Nottinghamshire County Council calls for urgent reform of flag-flying rules after political disputes, arguing current regulations create unnecessary division and waste public resources.
Visa rules block foreign students from English A-Levels
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict visa requirements are preventing foreign students from studying English language at A-Level, creating an unexpected barrier for non-native speakers.
Migrants must reach B1 English level to stay in UK
Home Secretary James Cleverly announces stricter language requirements for migrants, requiring intermediate English proficiency for settlement applications in major UK policy shift.
UK mandates A-Level English for work visas
The UK government announces stricter English language requirements for work visas, raising the bar to A-Level standard in major immigration policy shift affecting thousands of applicants.
Richard Bacon's Union Jack Comments Spark Fury
Former Blue Peter presenter Richard Bacon faces furious backlash from politicians and public after branding the Union Flag 'a symbol of division' during heated Good Morning Britain discussion about national identity.
MP: English flags made my stomach churn
Labour MP Kate Osborne faces suspension after revealing she felt physically sick seeing English flags displayed by colleagues, sparking intense debate about national symbols in politics.
Gary Neville's Orwellian warning about English flags
Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville compares modern flag-waving patriotism to Orwell's dystopian warnings, sparking debate about national identity and political symbolism in football culture.
Saira Khan: England flag flyers are 'saddos'
Former Loose Women star Saira Khan sparks controversy by labelling England flag enthusiasts 'saddos' while defending Gary Neville's stance on national pride in heated social media exchange.
Gary Neville removes Union Flag used 'negatively' at match
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville explains his decision to remove a Union Flag being used in what he described as a 'negative fashion' during a football match, reigniting discussions about nationalism in sports.
Trump's UK visit used wrong red in American flags
Exclusive investigation reveals the American flags displayed during Donald Trump's controversial state visit to Britain were the wrong shade of red, sparking diplomatic embarrassment and protocol breaches at the highest level.
Police confiscate Union Jack from teenager at protest
Northumbria Police face backlash after confiscating a Union Jack flag from a 16-year-old during counter-demonstration against migrant protests. Civil liberties groups question the legality of the seizure.
Vandals target Olympic hero Adam Peaty's home with flag
British swimming champion Adam Peaty is targeted in a mindless act of vandalism as a St George's flag is plastered across his property, prompting a police investigation.
Artists Reclaim St George's Flag for Modern, Inclusive Britain
A powerful cultural movement is seeing a new generation of British artists, musicians, and designers transform the St George's Cross into a vibrant symbol of unity and modern identity, shedding its far-right associations.
Sainsbury's pulls St George's Cross babygrow after backlash
Sainsbury's has removed a babygrow featuring a modern twist on the St George's Cross from sale after customers accused the design of 'virtue signalling' and disrespecting the traditional English flag.
Pope's 'White Flag' Remark Sparks Diplomatic Firestorm
The Vatican scrambles to clarify Pope Francis's controversial call for Ukraine to demonstrate 'the courage of the white flag' and negotiate with Russia, a statement that has drawn fierce criticism from Western allies.
Ross Kemp: Far-Right Have Hijacked England's Flag
EastEnders legend and documentary maker Ross Kemp issues a stark warning that far-right groups are co-opting the St George's Cross, urging decent Brits to reclaim the national symbol from extremists.
Protester rushes Charlie Kirk with US flag at Boston vigil
A tense confrontation unfolded at a Turning Point USA event in Boston when a protester wielding an American flag disrupted conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's 'Vigil for America'. The incident, captured on video, highlights the deep political division
Union Jack protest house sparks immigration debate
A British homeowner in a quiet residential street has draped his property in Union Jack flags in a dramatic protest against illegal immigration, sparking local debate and council attention.
Tom Brady & Dave Portnoy criticised for Saudi football game
NFL legend Tom Brady and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy face a fierce backlash for their planned flag football game in Saudi Arabia, amid accusations of 'sportswashing' the nation's human rights record.
Tom Brady's Flag Football Push for UK & Olympic Glory
NFL icon Tom Brady is spearheading a major push to bring American flag football to the UK, aiming to ignite grassroots participation and potentially secure Olympic glory.
Pro-Russian activists storm German Consulate in Milan
Pro-Russian activists breached the German Consulate in Milan, scaling the building and replacing the EU flag with the Russian tricolour in a brazen protest over the arrest of a blogger.
Australian Music Legend Jon English Dies Aged 73
The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.
Trump's flag fury sparks heated clash with Minnesota Democrat
Former President Donald Trump sparks a major political storm after a private meeting with Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman, orchestrated by conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk, descends into a heated dispute over the display of official flags.
Trump Calls for Arrests Over Flag Burning
Former President Donald Trump has sparked a major constitutional debate by demanding the arrest and potential loss of citizenship for anyone who burns the American flag, directly challenging First Amendment protections.
Tom Brady unretires for Saudi flag football event
In a jaw-dropping move, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is set to unretire, not for the NFL, but to lead a star-studded flag football event in Saudi Arabia this February, marking a major shift for the Gulf nation's sporting ambitions.
Love Island's Toni Exposes Joey's 'Disrespectful' Texts
Love Island's Toni Laites breaks her silence on the explosive Casa Amor recoupling, revealing the 'disrespectful' texts from Joey Essex that sealed his fate. Get the full, uncensored story.
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