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Ukraine shoots down 35 drones over Kyiv as attacks kill 3

Ukrainian air defenses have shot down 35 Iranian-made drones over Kyiv in Russia’s latest nighttime assault

The Independent UK · May 8, 2023

Macron leads ceremony marking end of WWII in Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron has led the traditional ceremony on Paris’ Champs-Elysees Monday commemorating May 8, the day that marked the end of World War II in Europe in 1945

The Independent UK · May 8, 2023

10 Great Movies And Documentaries Highlighting Jewish-American History To Watch

Celebrate Jewish-American Heritage month with these outstanding movies and documentaries that touch on world history, the arts, and brilliant coming-of-age experiences.

Cinemablend · May 8, 2023

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Watch: French president Emmanuel Macron commemorates VE Day in Paris

French president Emmanuel Macron this morning took part in ceremonies marking VE Day, celebrating the end of World War II in Europe (8 May).

The Independent UK · May 8, 2023

War shadows Victory Day, Russia's integral holiday

Victory Day is Russia’s most important secular holiday, and it lauds two tenets that are central to the country’s identity: military might and moral rectitude

The Independent UK · May 8, 2023

Collingwood, Melbourne and St Kilda are the AFL's top trio — and if they all finish top four it will be the first time since 1939

For the Magpies, the Demons and the Saints, it's been a strong start to the AFL season, and at this early stage we are on track for something not seen in VFL/AFL history since the start of World War II, writes Andrew McGarry.

ABC News · May 4, 2023

Russia says Ukrainian drones targeted Putin

MOSCOW: Russia said on Wednesday that it had shot down two drones aimed at President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin residence in what it called a Ukrainian "terrorist" assassination attempt.

Bangkok Post · May 3, 2023

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Creature Commandos: 5 Key Things To Know About The DC Comics Team Ahead Of Their Animated HBO Max Series

Before James Gunn brings the Creature Commandos to HBO Max, learn about their history in DC Comics.

Cinemablend · May 3, 2023

What is Russia’s Victory Day? EU leaders warned not to attend celebrations

President Putin is said to have invited a number of world leaders to the commemoration of the Soviet Union’s defeat of the Nazis

Evening Standard · May 3, 2023

Alleged Windang terrorist initially wanted to target Wollongong, Supreme Court hears

A NSW jury is shown body-worn footage following the arrest of alleged terrorist Simon Fleming, in which he tells officers his initial target was the city of Wollongong because it is "bigger".

ABC News · May 3, 2023

Sisu vs John Wick: 4 things the action heroes have in common

Sisu has been drawing comparisons to John Wick, so we take a look at what the two action heroes have in common.

WhatToWatch · May 2, 2023

Liev Schreiber on untold Anne Frank tale

Salon spoke to the actor and showrunners of "A Small Light," which highlights the woman who helped hide the Franks

Salon · May 2, 2023

New dig likely buries hopes of unearthing Dutch WWII loot

An officially sanctioned hunt for a stash of precious jewelry looted by the Nazis during World War II and purportedly buried in a sleepy Dutch village has — like many previous searches — failed to unearth any treasure

The Independent UK · May 1, 2023

The Montevideo Maru has been found but the wrecks of other 'hell ships' like the Rakuyo Maru are still missing

The discovery last week of the wreck of the Montevideo Maru has prompted renewed focus on the Japanese prison ships of World War II. Many were sunk by Allied submarines, sending thousands of their comrades to their deaths.

ABC News · Apr 29, 2023

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 28, 2023

Queen’s Coronation Recalled as UK Prepares to Crown Her Son

In 1953, London was still recovering from World War II. The city was pockmarked with bomb damage, food supplies were tight and life was dull for children who had never eaten anything so exotic as a banana. But the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II helped lift the gloom. Central London…

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2023

Queen's coronation recalled as UK prepares to crown her son

In 1953, London was still recovering from World War II

The Conversation · Apr 27, 2023

Why Kurt Vonnegut's advice to college graduates still matters today

Kurt Vonnegut didn’t deliver the famous “Wear Sunscreen” graduation speech published in the Chicago Tribune that was often mistakenly attributed to the celebrated author. But he could have.

LiveScience · Apr 27, 2023

WWII ship that sank with 1,000 Allied POWs on board discovered in South China Sea

The wreck of a Japanese transport ship that sank in 1942 with more than 1,000 Allied prisoners-of-war on board has been discovered near the Philippines.

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Bangkok Post · Apr 26, 2023

Prioritising Kanchanaburi conservation

'If you build it, they will come." That's often the thinking behind big projects like amusement parks, shopping malls, tourism venues and sports arenas. Sometimes a new facility attracts many visitors, investors make a profit, or a government agency delivers substantial benefits to the public. Sometimes not.

Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023

Veteran, 101, taking on Kiltwalk challenge to raise cash for Erskine charity

Sandy Cormack is among a band of fundraisers tackling the route.

Salon · Apr 26, 2023

War, what is it good for? Very little

There simply is nothing great about them, except their power to destroy not just the enemy, but themselves as well

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

Australians and New Zealanders recall war dead on Anzac Day

Hundreds of thousands of Australians and New Zealanders have gathered at dawn services and veterans’ street marches across the two nations to commemorate their war dead on Anzac Day

ABC News · Apr 24, 2023

My Dad was reluctant to attend Anzac Day parades, but he was a proud serviceman

I now know that Dad paid a much bigger price for his service than I ever realised and I wish I could tell him how proud I am, writes Jenny Woodward.

ABC News · Apr 24, 2023

Australians in the US Army Small Ships Section still going unrecognised despite 'crucial' role against the Japanese in World War II

The US Army Small Ships Section was a lesser-known band of civilians who played a crucial role delivering supplies to troops fighting in the Pacific during WWII.

ABC News · Apr 24, 2023

Australia's military facing significant overhaul as Defence Strategic Review released — as it happened

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Defence Minister Richard Marles have responded to the release of the Defence Strategic Review. Look back on Monday's updates.

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