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Veteran's WWI medals stolen on Armistice Day

A veteran's priceless collection of First World War medals was stolen from his Oxfordshire home while he attended an Armistice Day memorial service. Police are appealing for information.

Sikh Soldiers: WWI's Forgotten Warriors

Discover how over 130,000 Sikh soldiers fought alongside British forces during the First World War, forming a crucial yet overlooked chapter in military history.

Remembrance Sunday parade cancelled over safety concerns

A historic Remembrance Sunday parade in Greater Manchester has been cancelled due to alleged health and safety concerns, sparking fury among veterans and residents who call it 'disrespectful' to fallen heroes.

Titmus to retire after Paris Olympics defence

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she will retire from competitive swimming after defending her Olympic titles in Paris, marking the end of an era for the champion known as 'The Terminator'.

Lyles vows to surpass Bolt after fourth 200m gold

American sprint sensation Noah Lyles makes a bold pledge to surpass Usain Bolt's legendary Olympic medal haul after securing a historic fourth consecutive world 200m title in Tokyo.

Putin honours general sought by ICC for Ukraine war crimes

Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.

Great North Run medals stolen from van in Sunderland

Thousands of Great North Run participants were left without their hard-earned finisher medals after a van containing them was stolen in Sunderland, casting a shadow over the iconic half-marathon's finish.

YouTuber Slammed for Pokémon GO Stunt at War Memorial

Irish YouTuber 'Tofuu' is slammed online for a controversial video attempting to play Pokémon GO at the World War I memorial site in Beaumont-Hamel, a move branded as deeply insensitive and disgraceful.

Rare WWI Films Digitised and Available Online

Rarely seen World War I footage has been digitised and made available for public viewing, offering a unique insight into the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Great War.

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