7 d. ago Ukraine war briefing: Putin awards ‘courage’ medal to Russian general sought by ICC over alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine

Army chief of staff Valery Gerasimov is accused of war crimes for directing attacks against civilians and civilian objects in Ukraine under an arrest warrant from the international criminal court. What we know on day 1,294See all our Russia-Ukraine war coverage Continue reading...

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1 week ago Blockbuster ‘Night at The Movies’ Bonfire Spectacular returns to Edinburgh this November

Following a sell-out first year, Scotland’s biggest bonfire night celebration, Fawkes Festival, is to make a blockbuster return to the Royal Highland Centre this November as it brings together thousands of families and friends for a one-day-only spectacular of live entertainment, dazzling performances, and a firework display like no-other. General ticket sales are now available.

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2 w. ago Love Island's Shakira and Harry put on romantic display in adorable wedding day snaps

Love Island finalists Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley posed for a couple of adorable snaps as they attended a wedding just weeks after leaving the famous villa

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3 w. ago US’s last surviving second world war flying ‘ace’ dies aged 103

Navy pilot Donald McPherson shot down five Japanese service members and earned Congressional Gold MedalThe second world war pilot who was believed to be the US’s last surviving “ace” – a title he earned by shooting down five enemy combatants – has died.Donald McPherson was 103 when he died on 14 August, according to his online obituary. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago York racegoers flash the flesh in flirty frocks and backless dresses as they brave grey skies at Ladies' Day

The grey skies in York were no match for the colourful frocks, feathers and fascinators on display for Ladies Day at the race course this afternoon.

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3 w. ago Rutherglen soldier's World War II medals displayed for VJ Day anniversary

Jack Connor was just 22 when he was called up to serve in the Far East campaign.

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