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War Hero's Victoria Cross Fetches £318,000

The Victoria Cross awarded to Captain Reginald Haine for his bravery against 100 Germans has sold for £318,000. Discover the story of this WWI hero's incredible gallantry.

Veteran's WWI medals stolen on Armistice Day

A veteran's priceless collection of First World War medals was stolen from his Oxfordshire home while he attended an Armistice Day memorial service. Police are appealing for information.

Winter Sports Oppose Coe's Cross-Country Olympic Plan

Sebastian Coe's proposal to add cross-country running to the 2030 Winter Olympics faces fierce opposition from traditional snow sports federations. Discover the conflict threatening the Games' heritage.

World's oldest Olympian dies aged 101

Hungarian shooting champion Károly Takács, the world's oldest Olympian, dies at 101. The double gold medalist's remarkable career spanned wars and personal tragedy to achieve Olympic glory.

Indonesia bans Israeli gymnasts from Olympic qualifier

Indonesian sports authorities face International Olympic Committee scrutiny after blocking Israeli athletes from a crucial Olympic qualifying event, raising concerns about political discrimination in international sport.

Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate

French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.

Titmus to retire after Paris Olympics defence

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she will retire from competitive swimming after defending her Olympic titles in Paris, marking the end of an era for the champion known as 'The Terminator'.

Olympic Skater Oksana Baiul Sells New Jersey Mansion

Exclusive look inside Olympic gold medalist Oksana Baiul's stunning New Jersey mansion as the figure skating legend puts her property on the market. Discover the luxury features and emotional history behind this champion's home.

Lyles vows to surpass Bolt after fourth 200m gold

American sprint sensation Noah Lyles makes a bold pledge to surpass Usain Bolt's legendary Olympic medal haul after securing a historic fourth consecutive world 200m title in Tokyo.

Sydney 2000 Olympics: Reliving the Magic 25 Years On

A quarter-century on, we revisit the iconic moments, breathtaking triumphs, and pure joy that made the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games 'the best Olympics ever' through a spectacular photographic journey.

Putin honours general sought by ICC for Ukraine war crimes

Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.

Great North Run medals stolen from van in Sunderland

Thousands of Great North Run participants were left without their hard-earned finisher medals after a van containing them was stolen in Sunderland, casting a shadow over the iconic half-marathon's finish.

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