Sat. Aug 16th, 2025
Royals and Veterans Commemorate VJ Day on 80th Anniversary

The King and Queen observed a two-minute silence at a commemorative service in Staffordshire, marking the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.

Veterans were present at the event, with several participating in the ceremony through wreath laying and readings.

VJ Day, or Victory over Japan Day, is commemorated annually on August 15th, marking the date in 1945 when Japan surrendered to Allied forces, effectively ending World War II.

Footage captures what appears to be a cordial, yet animated, exchange between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin upon their arrival in Alaska.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are seen shaking hands as they convene for a summit in Alaska.

Musician Peaz has released a rap to promote the AFC Bournemouth third kit.

A signed summary of BBC Newsline is now available.

Rachel Jessop from ‘Here We Go’ expresses apparent reservations about the name “Atlas” for a newborn.

The individual has pleaded guilty to charges of dangerous driving and possession of cannabis with intent to supply.

A teenager, victimized by a catfishing scheme perpetrated by a prolific sex offender, is urging other young victims to overcome any feelings of “embarrassment” and report the abuse to a trusted individual.

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The government is implementing revisions to the regulations surrounding branded school uniforms.

CCTV footage shows individuals quickly departing an Indian restaurant immediately following the return of staff to the kitchen.

Video evidence depicts an officer conducting a breathalyzer test after failing to elicit a response from the individual.

Following a power outage, passengers were required to disembark and traverse an elevated walkway to return to the Singapore station.

A once-extensive transportation network, comprising 200 vehicles across the city, now exists only in memory.

Teams representing 16 nations are competing in a variety of disciplines, including football, athletics, and dance, as part of the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, China.

The BBC’s US and Russia correspondents analyze the contrasting approaches of the two leaders as they engage in high-stakes discussions concerning the conflict in Ukraine.

The BBC’s Danny Vincent interviewed the pro-democracy tycoon just hours before his arrest in December 2020.

BBC Verify’s Nick Beake examines President Trump’s statements and actions in his pursuit of a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine.

Dozens have perished as a result of the devastating floods, with fears mounting for those still missing.

A-level results in Northern Ireland for 2025 are generally consistent with the figures recorded in 2024.

Law enforcement successfully located and apprehended drugs kingpin Jamie Rothwell at his hideout in Spain.