Wwii

Putin embraces the dark corners of Russia’s history – opinion

The topic of Ukraine’s western borders is of particular interest to Russia’s president, but his so-called Marxism-Leninism argument reveals his flawed logic

Russia's President Vladimir Putin takes part in a ceremony to present Gold Star medals to service members, who were involved in the country's military campaign in Ukraine and awarded the title of Hero of Russia, in Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2025.
Judy Blume at a book signing in 2009.

'A Life': Mark Oppenheimer captures the iconic life and legacy of Judy Blume - review

Israeli soldiers stand guard during a ceremony marking Holocaust Remembrance Day at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, April 14, 2026

Israel to assume one-year chairmanship of Arlosen Archives, comprehensive WWII archive in 2027

The Quest, captained by Sir Ernest Shackleton; illustrative.

'Once-in-a-generation' expedition sets sail to survey famed polar expedition ships


Dutch police arrest pro-Palestine protesters at World War II anniversary event

During a speech by Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, Dutch media reported a protester threw a smoke bomb onto the stage, where visiting Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk was also present.

 Security personnel detain a Pro-Palestinian protester, on the day of a liberation parade, where they commemorate the victims of war and celebrate freedom, in Wageningen, Netherlands, May 5, 2025

‘I have never argued with anyone’: Ethel Caterham becomes world's oldest person

Caterham, who lives in Surrey, attributes her longevity to 'never arguing with anyone' and 'doing what I want'.

 ‘I have never argued with anyone’: Ethel Caterham becomes world's oldest person.

Amber “Gummy Bear,” stolen in WWII, may be over 5,000-years-old

An ancient amber bear figurine, unearthed by miners in northern Poland, is the subject of renewed attention following a study suggesting it dates back to the Upper Paleolithic period.

 Amber “Gummy Bear,” stolen in WWII, may be over 5,000-years-old.

Modern tech unveils WWII submarine 'M-49' lost for 82 years in Russian waters

crew of 22 perished when submarine went missing during combat mission in August 1941.

 Soviet M-class submarine Malyutka VI series.

Wreckage of WWII bomber Baltimore FW282 found in Aegean Sea after 80 years

WWII bomber Baltimore FW282 found in Aegean Sea after 80 years.

 Wreckage of WWII bomber Baltimore FW282 found in Aegean Sea after 80 years.

Former tennis star Boris Becker apologizes after citing SS member's claims about Hitler's survival

Becker's sharing of a post claiming Hitler fled to South America sparked criticism and accusations of promoting conspiracy myths.

 Former tennis star Boris Becker apologizes after citing SS member's claims about Hitler's survival.

Study reveals workings of British Starfish decoy sites that mislead WWII Luftwaffe attacks

Researchers uncover World War II decoy sites designed to divert German bombers from industrial targets in North Staffordshire.

 Researchers uncover World War II decoy sites designed to divert German bombers from industrial targets.

Polish detectorists find 2,000-year-old Roman spatha sword while searching for WWII relics

Experts believe the sword was deposited as a funerary offering during a Przeworsk culture burial.

 Roman spatha sword dating back 2000 years found in Poland's Jura region.

Lost WWII Brazilian warship Vital de Oliveira identified after 80 years

On July 19, 1944, the German submarine U-861 torpedoed the Vital de Oliveira, sinking it and killing about 100 of the 270 crew members.

 Lost WWII Brazilian warship Vital de Oliveira identified after 80 years.

Secret WWII tunnels under London to become new tourist attraction

The £120 million transformation will create a museum, exhibition hall, and entertainment zone in the Kingsway Exchange Tunnels.

 Secret WWII tunnels under London to become new tourist attraction.