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Zelensky to miss Poland summit as Second World War row escalates

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not attend a major conference on rebuilding Ukraine being held in Poland this week, as a dispute between the two countries over Second World War remembrance threatens to overshadow talks.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 25

Why is the UK now changing prime minister every few years?

This is not the UK’s first leadership transition in government, and it is unlikely to be the last. These events have, however, been rare until recently. In the 80 years since the end of the second world war, there have only been 18 prime ministers. The nineteenth, likely to be…

The Conversation · Jun 23

Donald Trump’s popularity is at an all-time low. History says that matters

In his first term of office Donald Trump achieved the lowest average job approval ratings (41%) among Americans since the end of the second world war. In his second term he has fallen well below that with an approval rating of only 35% in a recent Economist/YouGov poll.

The Conversation · Jun 18

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Man discovers 80-year-old family treasure using a map drawn by his father

A hand-drawn map, passed from father to son and kept for decades, eventually led to the recovery of a family treasure hidden during one of Europe's most turbulent periods. What began as a story told across generations became a real-life search stretching over many years, ending with the discovery of…

The Times of India · Jun 13

On This Day in History, June 10: Troy falls, Italy enters WWII, Jurassic Park premieres, Thatcher wins for 3rd time, FIFA World Cup opens and other key events

On This Day in History, June 10 witnessed events that ranged from the legendary destruction of Troy and the birth of Gothic architecture to major developments during the Second World War and the opening of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The date also saw milestones in aviation,…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Tributes paid to ‘proud’ D-Day veteran Alec Penstone following death aged 101

The veteran spent much of his time in the Royal Navy during the Second World War ‘three decks below on constant action stations’.

Evening Standard · May 29

Andrew Scott reveals why he still has pride over his tiny appearance in Saving Private Ryan

The Fleabag and Ripley star has reflected on his tiny role in Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed war epic while promoting his new second world war drama Pressure.

BANG Premier · May 27

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World War II with Tom Hanks review – one of the largest documentaries in human history

This 20-episode take on the second world war, helmed by the Saving Private Ryan star, is a vast creation. But it still manages to wind up feeling basic – despite its great archive footage

The Guardian - UK · May 26

D-Day veteran shares poignant advice on 100th birthday: ‘Enjoy all sorts of things but pick friends wisely’

George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland

The Independent UK · May 24

Enjoy your life, but pick your friends wisely – D-Day veteran on 100th birthday

George Spencer served with the Royal Navy during the Second World War and now lives in Northern Ireland.

Evening Standard · May 24

Found on walk: 1.5 tonnes of Soviet ammunition discovered in Berlin forest

A walk in Berlin’s Pankow district led to a surprise discovery: specialist LKA units unearthed 59 unexploded Second World War shells.

Euronews · May 23

‘Turn off the juice of the rulers!’ Who are the Volcano Group, mystery saboteurs behind a five-day Berlin blackout?

Earlier this year, the city was hit by its longest power cut since the second world war. But were those responsible eco-terrorists, agents of the far-right, or even Russian proxies?

The Guardian - UK · May 23

Charlie Heaton pictured as grown-up Charles Shelby in Peaky Blinders spin-off

The new BBC drama will follow the gangster family as they navigate the aftermath of the Second World War

The Independent UK · May 22

Princess Royal needs to ‘slow down’, says D-Day veteran, 100

Second World War veteran Robert (Bob) Piper spoke to Anne at The Not Forgotten association’s garden party at Buckingham Palace.

Evening Standard · May 19

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The Independent UK · May 18

Second World War-era seaplane makes emergency landing on city street

A Second World War-era seaplane was forced to make an emergency landing on a city street after it reportedly experienced engine trouble mid-flight.

The Conversation · May 17

Australia has had ‘game-changer’ budgets before. How does Chalmers’ stack up?

Of the many budgets delivered since the Second World War, four stand out as having ushered in or consolidated significant economic reform.

The Independent UK · May 17

Legendary Spitfire poised for return to production 90 years after first flight

Enthusiasts have rebuilt the aircraft using abandoned government plans from 1940

Evening Standard · May 17

Spitfire could return to production 90 years after first flight

The Supermarine Spitfire became one of the defining symbols of Britain during the Second World War.

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The Conversation · May 12

How the U.S.‑Israel war against Iran is exposing the limits of the petrodollar system

For the first time since the Second World War, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic, public debt in the United States has surpassed the entire economy’s GDP. As of late March, debt held by the public reached US$31.27 trillion, just ahead of the GDP of US$31.22 trillion.

The Independent UK · May 6

Russia ‘ignores Ukraine ceasefire’ with fresh wave of airstrikes

Russian forces have ignored a unilateral ceasefire proposed by Ukraine, launching fresh airstrikes in the early hours of Wednesday, according to the Ukrainian military. Ukraine's air force reported that the attack involved at least 89 Russian drones and ballistic missiles, with hits confirmed in eight locations. The Ukrainian military warned…

The Independent UK · May 6

Majority of Gen Z adults don’t know what VE Day is

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The Guardian - UK · May 2

Britain pioneered the comfortable retirement – but that golden age is coming to an end

The once inexorable rise in retiree living standards since the second world war has broken down. Can we keep the dream alive for future generations, asks historian Helen McCarthy

The Independent UK · May 1

US debt exceeds 100% of GDP – for first time since Second World War

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The Times of India · May 1

UK: 1,200 homes evacuated as bomb disposal teams prepare to destroy WWII bomb in Plymouth

More than 1,200 homes have been evacuated in Plymouth after a Second World War bomb was discovered at a construction site, with authorities preparing to carry out a controlled explosion.

The Times of India · Apr 26

Meet Tsutomu Yamaguchi: Japan’s official survivour of both Hiroshima and Nagasaki attacks

Tsutomu Yamaguchi is known to be the sole individual recognised to have survived both atomic attacks in Japan during the Second World War period. His case has been documented in history books and stands out as an extraordinary case of survival associated with nuclear war. The atomic attacks carried out…

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