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Golf Heals Wounded War Heroes' Battle Scars

Discover how a unique golf tournament is transforming lives, offering rehabilitation and camaraderie for British military veterans who've made immense sacrifices for their country.

Pride of Britain 2024: Meet the Regional Heroes

Discover the heartwarming stories of the 2024 Pride of Britain regional winners, from life-saving children to community champions, as they await the national awards ceremony.

WWII Bomb Discovery Forces Mass Berlin Evacuation

A massive unexploded WWII bomb has been discovered in Berlin, prompting the evacuation of over 3,000 residents. The 500kg Allied ordnance was found near the city's central train station, sparking one of the German capital's largest peacetime safety operat

M&S's Giant Christmas Chocolate Tub Beats Quality Street

M&S has sent chocolate lovers into a frenzy by launching a colossal 1.2kg 'Big Mix' chocolate tub for Christmas 2024. Shoppers are hailing it as superior to traditional favourites like Quality Street and Heroes, praising its quality and value.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

Folk Heroes: Dad & Accomplice Evade UK Police for 3 Years

The astonishing true story of Tom Phillips and Dezi Freeman, the 'folk heroes' who lived off-grid for three years in a UK manhunt. Discover their secret camps, the emotional letters, and the mystery of the missing children.

Manneken Pis Wears British Army Uniform to Honour Liberators

Brussels' iconic Manneken Pis statue has been outfitted in a special British Army uniform to mark the 80th anniversary of the city's liberation by Welsh Guards soldiers in 1944, a powerful tribute to the heroes who ended Nazi occupation.

Lost SAS letter reveals truth about WWII hero's VC snub

A newly unearthed letter written by SAS co-founder Colonel Blair 'Paddy' Mayne sheds light on the controversial decision to deny him the Victoria Cross during World War II, revealing the immense respect he commanded from his men and superiors alike.

Trump's WWII Internment Comments Spark Fury

Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from historians and civil rights groups after controversially comparing the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII to his current legal battles with Russia.

Dear Viv: BBC Doc Reveals Heartbreaking WWII Letters

A profoundly moving new BBC documentary uncovers a trove of intimate wartime letters from a soldier to his wife, Viv, offering a raw and personal glimpse into the human cost of conflict. The film pieces together their tragic love story, separated by war.

War film hailed as Guy Ritchie's best movie yet

Guy Ritchie's explosive WWII film, 'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare', is being hailed as a masterpiece. Featuring Henry Cavill and Alan Ritchson, this true story of a rogue British unit is dominating the box office and earning critical acclaim.

RNLI Heroes Save Family & Dog From Rising Tide

Dramatic footage captures the moment RNLI lifeboat crews execute a perilous rescue of a family of five and their stranded dog, cut off by the fast-incoming tide on the UK coast. A story of courage and swift action.

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