23 m. ago Russia’s Victory Day parade begins, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

A military parade has begun on Red Square in Moscow, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

Politics

45 m. ago BBC VE Day concert viewers divided by 'random' act as Zoe Ball hosts emotional event

The BBC marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special concert that was hosted by Zoe Ball, and featured performances from the likes of Fleur East and The Darkness

Politics

77 m. ago King Charles echoes his grandfather’s historic VE Day speech as he marks 80th anniversary

King Charles III remembered Queen Elizabeth II's lively VE Day celebrations — including joining a conga line — in 1945 as he delivered a speech exactly 80 years after his grandfather's historic address.

Politics

2 h. ago At 99, David Attenborough is living proof of the power of hope and optimism

As the UK marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day, naturalist David Attenborough also celebrated his 99th birthday

Politics

6 h. ago Kate Middleton's touching VE Day gesture as she and William give up time with children

Kate Middleton and Prince William joined the Royal Family for a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Politics

7 h. ago BBC viewers are all saying the same thing as John Newman takes to the stage during the VE Day 80th Anniversary celebration

The singer, 34, joined a star-studded lineup who took to the stage to pay tribute to the nation's war heroes with a special concert at London's Horseguards Parade.

Politics

9 h. ago Mary Berry says first Victoria sponge she had was made by her mother on VE Day

The cook described the air raids she witnessed and the celebrations that took place on VE Day during the 80th anniversary concert.

Politics

9 h. ago King Charles' message in full as he calls for global peace on 80th anniversary of VE day

The King took to the Union flag-coloured stage during a celebratory concert

Politics

10 h. ago The Darkness' bizarre performance in VE Day concert leaves fans baffled as they question BBC's 'odd' choice to sign the rock band (and even Queen Camilla covers her ears!)

The BBC's VE Day 80th Anniversary celebration saw an unlikely addition to its lineup on Thursday, as iconic rock band The Darkness took to the stage.

Politics

10 h. ago BBC viewers left confused just minutes into VE Day 80 concert

A special concert took place at Horse Guards Parade on Thursday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Politics

10 h. ago Dad's Army reboot for very special reason as fans divided despite 'amazing' cast

As the VE Day celebrations continued on the 80th anniversary, fans watching on BBC were treated to a star-studded reboot of classic wartime sitcom, Dad's Army

Politics

10 h. ago King Charles calls for global peace as UK marks 80th anniversary of VE Day

King Charles calls for global peace as UK marks 80th anniversary of VE Day  Reuters

Politics

10 h. ago King calls for global commitment to peace as huge concert in London ends VE Day celebrations

King Charles echoes his grandfather’s historic VE Day speech as he marks 80th anniversary

Culture

11 h. ago Myleene Klass exudes glamour in an elegant red gown as she joins dazzling Katherine Jenkins and Zoe Ball to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day across London

Myleene Klass exuded glamour in an elegant red gown as she led the stars celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday.

Politics

11 h. ago King calls for global commitment to peace at VE Day 80th anniversary concert

Charles delivered his address at Horse Guards Parade at 9pm – the exact time King George VI spoke to the nation on May 8 1945.

Politics

11 h. ago King calls for renewed ‘commitment to peace’ in VE Day message

Charles says sacrifice of second world war heroes must not be in vainKing Charles called for a renewal of “global commitments to restoring a just peace where there is war, to diplomacy and to the prevention of conflict”, as the UK marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe day.Westminster Abbey was the focal point for national commemorations with a service of thanksgiving weaving poignant reminders of wartime deprivation and loss with the hopes for the future that historic day had promised. Continue reading...

Politics

11 h. ago King issues warning on importance of peace to world as huge concert in London ends VE Day celebrations

The King tonight issued a stark warning that Britain “shall have failed” if the sacrifices of the wartime generation do not lead to a “lasting peace” – as the nation marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

Events

11 h. ago The King’s message in full on the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Charles delivered a speech during a concert on Horse Guards Parade, echoing his grandfather King George VI who spoke to the nation on May 8 1945.

Politics

11 h. ago BBC viewers spot emotional King Charles moment minutes into VE Day 80 concert

VE Day 80 kicked off in style to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and BBC viewers were left overcome with emotion as King Charles took his seat next to a war veteran

Politics

12 h. ago VE Day 80 concert viewers divided by unlikely performer as Zoe Ball leads tributes to veterans

The BBC VE Day 80 concert aired this evening, which marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with a special live concert that aired on BBC One

Politics