1 hour ago King and Starmer join veterans at thanksgiving service to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

VE day marks 80 years since Germany officially surrendered to the Allied powers, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe

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1 hour ago The emotional stories of Greater Manchester's army veterans on VE Day

A number of army veterans gathered to mark VE Day across the city-region on May 8 - and some shared their stories

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1 hour ago In Pictures: Scotland remembers its wartime heroes to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Scotland fell silent to remember its wartime heroes with a series of events taking place around the country.

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4 h. ago King Charles' 'sign of change' at VE Day service after Prince Harry onslaught

King Charles was joined by other members of the Royal Family at a special service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, just days after Prince Harry's outburst about his father 'refusing to talk'

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5 h. ago Kate Middleton and King Charles send 'royal reminder' with subtle moves amid Harry drama

The Royal Family came together for a special service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey today to mark 80 years since VE Day - and one expert believes both the King and Princess of Wales sent a strong message

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6 h. ago Good Morning Britain's Susanna Reid praised by viewers for 'emotional' chat with WW2 veteran

Good Morning Britain host Susanna Reid was left fighting back tears during an emotional interview with a World War II veteran to mark the 80th VE Day anniversary.

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6 h. ago Kate Middleton recycles polka dot dress with nod to Princess Diana as she joins royals at VE Day service

Members of the royal family including King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Kate Middleton attended a service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey today

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6 h. ago UK's King Charles lays wreath to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

UK's King Charles lays wreath to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day  Reuters

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7 h. ago VE Day live: UK and Europe hold ceremonies to mark 80 years since end of second world war in Europe

Commemorations take place across the UK and Europe against backdrop of Ukraine conflictAnother from the Guardian archive:St Peter Port, Guernsey Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis miss VE Day service for important reason

The Prince and Princess of Wales were among the royals at Westminster Abbey today for a special service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day - but their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis were not with them

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8 h. ago Elon Musk's Tesla destroyed by Brit WW2 veteran in a Sherman tank to mark VE day

As Elon Musk's fortunes continue to suffer following reports Tesla were looking to oust him – which were rebuffed by company higher-ups – a Brit WW2 has literally crushed one of his cars

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9 h. ago Good news! Pubs allowed to stay open longer today for VE Day

The country is set to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday May 8 - and you’ll be able to raise a glass to mark the occasion

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9 h. ago VE Day live: ceremonies to take place across UK and Europe to mark 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe

Commemorations to take place across the UK and Europe against backdrop of Ukraine conflictAnother from the Guardian archive:St Peter Port, Guernsey Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Prince William sends special message to Sir Attenborough to mark incredible day

A new picture has been shared of Prince William meeting Sir David Attenborough at a screening of his new film to mark his 99th birthday today, alongside a personal message from the Prince of Wales

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11 h. ago Veterans mark VE Day with swimathon covering 80 lengths weekly over two months

Veterans Lance Williams and Sheila Botley took on the challenge to raise money for the Swansea Veterans Hub.

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12 h. ago Donald Trump expected to announce ‘major trade deal’ with UK on Thursday

It would mark the first deal agreed upon since Mr Trump’s ‘liberation day’ announcement of global tariffs last month

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15 h. ago Keir Starmer 'Wales was at the heart of the war effort, but we know so few of the stories'

In this opinion piece to mark the 80th anniversary of VE day, Prime Minister Keir Starmer recognises the contribution and sacrifice of the people of Wales in WWII

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16 h. ago Westminster Abbey service to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

Ten-year-old Alexander Churchill, the great-great-grandson of wartime prime minister Sir Winston Churchill, will light a candle of peace.

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17 h. ago Michelle Keegan enjoys a pamper day as she shares a glamorous selfie after welcoming first child with husband Mark Wright

Michelle Keegan looked incredible during a day out at the hairdressers as she shared a glamorous Instagram selfie on Wednesday. 

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22 h. ago The Who to make ‘special announcement’ at London event on Thursday

The Who to make ‘special announcement’ at London event on Thursday  KSLX - Classic Rock

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