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Royal British Legion faces backlash over poppy changes

The Royal British Legion faces veteran outrage after replacing traditional paper poppies with digital QR codes and controversial wristbands in this year's appeal, sparking accusations of disrespecting the fallen.

McClean: Petrol bombs over poppy protest

Shocking details emerge as Republic of Ireland international James McClean reveals he and his family received petrol bombs and death threats over his refusal to wear the remembrance poppy, with police investigations ongoing.

Labour council bans poppies in Remembrance Day crackdown

A Labour-run council faces furious criticism after banning traditional Remembrance Day symbols including poppies and Union Jacks from official communications in what's being called a 'woke' crackdown on British traditions.

Anne Frank musical controversy hits New York

A new Broadway-bound musical about Anne Frank's life faces intense criticism for its unconventional approach to depicting the Holocaust victim's diary, drawing accusations of trivialising one of history's darkest chapters.

NHS bans antisemitic doctors from treating patients

Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces zero-tolerance policy after investigation reveals doctors denying Holocaust and sharing extremist views. New measures to protect patients and restore trust in NHS.

Israel Marks Two Years Since Hamas Attack

As Israel commemorates the second anniversary of the devastating October 7 Hamas attacks, the nation stands united in grief and reflection. Discover how communities are honouring the victims and the ongoing impact on regional security.

Trump's Remembrance Day remarks spark UK backlash

Donald Trump faces intense backlash from UK politicians and veterans' groups after making disparaging remarks about his political opponents during a speech that coincided with Britain's Remembrance Day commemorations.

BBC Axes Charlie Kirk D-Day Special, Sparking Bias Row

The BBC faces a major backlash and accusations of political bias after abruptly cancelling a planned D-Day remembrance radio special featuring conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate over censorship and impartiality at the national

Holocaust survivor, 98, beaten to death in care home

A 98-year-old Holocaust survivor has been brutally murdered in her US nursing home. Her 82-year-old roommate has been charged with second-degree murder in a shocking case that raises serious questions about patient safety and care home vetting procedures.

1935: Nuremberg Laws Enacted - A Dark Day in History

On 17 September 1935, the Nazi regime enacted the infamous Nuremberg Laws, a cornerstone of state-sponsored antisemitism that systematically stripped Jewish people of their citizenship and fundamental rights, paving the way for the Holocaust.

9/11 Anniversary: New York Remembers 22 Years On

22 years on, New York City and the world stand in solemn remembrance of the September 11th attacks. A day of ceremonies, personal reflection, and a permanent vow to never forget.

BBC Journalist Sparks Fury Over Holocaust Comparison

A senior BBC correspondent is under fire after outrageously claiming on live television that Israelis are using the Holocaust as a justification for their actions in Gaza, drawing immediate condemnation from Jewish leaders and prompting a formal investiga

Nazi-looted art recovered in Argentina after 80 years

A long-lost painting by German Jewish artist Friedrich Adler, stolen by the Nazis in 1938, has been dramatically recovered in Argentina, marking a significant victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.

Tory MP Lee Anderson Sparks Fury with Anne Frank Comment

Conservative MP Lee Anderson faces a firestorm of criticism after suggesting Anne Frank would have 'believed in freedom' and avoided the Holocaust if she had been armed. Outrage erupts over the 'appalling' historical revisionism.

Lyon Holocaust Memorial Defaced with 'Free Gaza' Graffiti

The Mayor of Lyon, Grégory Doucet, has denounced the vandalism of a city Holocaust memorial with 'Free Gaza' graffiti. The incident, which has sparked widespread outrage, is being investigated as a potential antisemitic hate crime.

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