7 h. ago Royal Mint VE Day coin: new commemorative 50p coins released to mark 80th anniversary of WWII's end in 2025

The Mint is honouring 80 years of peace with the new coin, featuring a dove design 🕊️

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9 h. ago The VE Day street parties and events taking place in Trafford to mark 80th anniversary

Residents set to celebrate as roads are closed

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22 h. ago New coin to mark 80 years since VE Day is launched by Royal Mint

A 101-year-old WWII veteran took part in the coin striking

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22 h. ago Royal Mint releases special 50p coins for VE Day – and they're worth up to £1,725

New collectable coins to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day with prices ranging up to £1,725 each have been released by the Royal Mint - and they're set to prove popular with collectors

Economics

22 h. ago Royal Mint releases special new coin to commemorate 80 years since VE Day

VE Day will be celebrated on May 8, 2025

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27 h. ago King Charles says cancer diagnosis made him ‘one of the statistics’

Charles reveals his experience has deepened his admiration for charities supporting the 390,000 cancer cases each yearThe king has reflected on his experience with cancer, saying has brought into “sharp focus the very best of humanity”, while acknowledging that each new case is “a daunting and at times frightening experience” for those receiving a diagnosis and for their loved ones.In a personal written message, released to coincide with a Buckingham Palace reception celebrating organisations that help people with the disease, he described himself as one of the “statistics” among the 390,000 who “sadly” receive a cancer diagnosis in the UK each year. Continue reading...

Science

68 h. ago Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy calls Putin’s offer of brief ceasefire ‘manipulation’

Ukraine president urges month-long truce after Russia suggests three-day one to mark a world war two victory. What we know on day 1,161Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for an immediate month-long ceasefire after Vladimir Putin unilaterally announced a three-day truce for next month during a second world war anniversary. The Ukrainian president said: “Now there’s a new attempt at manipulation. For some reason, everyone is supposed to wait for May 8 and only then have a ceasefire to ensure calm for Putin during the parade.” He added: “We value people’s lives and not parades. We believe that the world believes that there is no reason to wait for May 8. And the ceasefire should be not for a few days only to resume the killing afterward.” Ukrainian officials also pointed out that Russia announced a similar truce over the Easter period only to violate it. The Russian president suggested the ceasefire in May to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet Union in the second world ...

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3 d. ago EastEnders to mark V.E Day 80th anniversary with special episode featuring Nigel Bates

EastEnders will air a special episode next week marking 80 years since V.E. Day as the residents of Walford come together to honour and remember those who gave their lives during the war

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3 d. ago EastEnders’ Queen Vic pub to reopen to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

It comes after the pub exploded during the BBC soap’s 40th anniversary celebrations.

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3 d. ago North Korea breaks silence on fighting for Putin against Ukraine as new ceasefire announced

Russian President Vladimir Putin calls for WWII anniversary ceasefire as Kim Jong-Un admits he's sent thousands of troops to 'anihilate' Ukraine in chilling new escalation of Ukraine war

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3 d. ago Putin announces Ukraine ceasefire to mark 80th anniversary of end of WW2

The surprise three-day ceasefire will occur from May 8 to 10, coinciding with Moscow's World War II Victory Day commemorations, the Kremlin said Monday.

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3 d. ago Bullion coin sales soar as Britons flock to ‘protect wealth’, Royal Mint says

The UK’s official maker of British coins said the surge reflects people turning to so-called ‘safe haven’ assets in a bid to protect their wealth.

Economics

6 d. ago Emery engineering has Rashford and Aston Villa on the rise for FA Cup

Manager’s changeable lineups have pushed striker to usurp Ollie Watkins and likely lead the attack at WembleyUnai Emery keeps his Aston Villa players on their toes. Sometimes he tells his squad the lineup the day before a game, on other occasions half an hour before they depart the team hotel for the stadium on a match day. Training tends to offer some clues but of late there have been surprises. Emery, a hugely emotional character, has been known to make impulsive, snap calls. Morgan Rogers, a rare mainstay and one of Villa’s trio of undroppables, recently described how his manager’s decision‑making can feel like flip‑of-the-coin stuff.When the teamsheets are released an hour before kick-off at Wembley on Saturday, the eyeballs will jump towards the most intriguing selection dilemma: will Emery favour Marcus Rashford or Ollie Watkins? Continue reading...

Science

6 d. ago When is VE Day 2025? Here's when we mark the 80th anniversary of VE day, history and events planned

It’s been eight decades since the guns on the Eastern Front fell silent.

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6 d. ago VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London for military procession to mark 80th anniversary

A procession of 1,300 armed forces personnel and a Red Arrows flypast are among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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6 d. ago VE Day plans revealed: Thousands to line streets of London to mark 80th anniversary of end of World War II

A procession of 1,300 armed forces personnel and a Red Arrows flypast are among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

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6 d. ago Thousands expected to line streets of London as Government reveals VE Day plans

A flypast by the Red Arrows is among the plans outlined to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

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7 d. ago New Royal Mail stamps will honour 10 incredible heroes of World War II

They will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day and the end of the Second World War

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1 week ago Pubs allowed to stay open later to mark VE Day 80th anniversary

Sir Keir Starmer has called for the nation to unite in honour as the UK marks 80 years since VE Day

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1 week ago Scots pubs should mark VE Day 80th anniversary with 1am license, says Ian Murray

The Scottish Secretary has asked the SNP to allow pubs to stay open till 1am on Thursday, May 8 - like Keir Starmer has done for England.

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