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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.
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.
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.
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.
France bans Palestinian flag in protest crackdown
President Macron's government has sparked outrage by authorising a ban on the public display of the Palestinian flag, a move critics are calling a severe crackdown on civil liberties and free expression.
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.
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.
The Flag That United the Nation at the 2025 Proms
In a powerful moment of national unity, a single flag waved during the Last Night of the Proms became a symbol of togetherness, capturing the hearts of millions and sparking a social media sensation.
Dearborn Council Bans Pride Flags on City Property
A controversial ban on flying LGBTQ+ pride flags on public property in Dearborn, Michigan, has been approved by the city council, igniting a fierce debate on inclusivity and drawing condemnation from Democratic leaders.
Iowa Governor orders flags to half-mast for Charlie Kirk
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds directs flags to fly at half-mast in honour of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, sparking intense debate over the politicisation of a traditional honour.
England's Flag: Patriotic Symbol or Mark of Division?
A surge in St George's Cross displays across England sparks a complex national conversation. Explore the fine line between celebration and exclusion, and what it reveals about modern British identity.
Democrat States Defy Trump's Flag Order for Kirk
Several Democrat-led US states openly defy former President Trump's directive to fly flags at half-mast in honour of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a major political standoff.
Southampton bans all weekend holiday rentals
The exclusive New York beach enclave of Southampton has enacted a radical ban on all short-term weekend rentals, a dramatic move to reclaim neighbourhoods from disruptive tourists and preserve its dwindling year-round community.
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