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National & Local

80 Years Missing: WWII Era Bomber Found in the Baltic Sea

Underwater archaeologists have discovered the wreck of a WWII era B-17 bomber in the Baltic Sea, potentially identifying a long-lost crew and bringing closure to their families.

Feb 25 • 16:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The Museum of Ukraine opens its doors in a bunker in Berlin to show 'the harshness of war'

The Museum of Ukraine has opened a new exhibition in Berlin's WWII bunker, showcasing the effects of the Russian invasion through destroyed vehicles and personal testimonies.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Britain almost on WWII II 'frontline' says Armed Forces Minister

The UK Armed Forces Minister warns that Britain is dangerously close to the frontline of a potential World War III due to escalating tensions with Russia, likening the current global situation to the pre-World War II period.

Feb 24 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Confiscated the secret papers that Mussolini brought to the meeting with Hitler: they disappeared in '45

Secret documents prepared by Mussolini for a meeting with Hitler in 1944 have resurfaced after being lost since 1945.

Feb 23 • 20:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘Epic’ WWII movie reunites Band of Brothers stars as fans sent into meltdown

The WWII film 'Pressure', featuring a star-studded cast, is generating excitement ahead of its release due to its gripping portrayal of D-Day events.

Feb 22 • 01:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Kaisariani: The first reaction of the Belgian collector after the authenticity certification of the photographs

Belgian historian and collector Tim de Kreene expressed relief and joy following the confirmation of the authenticity of 262 historical photographs related to the execution of 200 people in Kaisariani during WWII.

Feb 20 • 14:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The crazy raid on Gibraltar: how ten Italian SM79s challenged the Royal Navy

The article recounts a lesser-known WWII mission involving Italian bombers that challenged the Royal Navy in Gibraltar, comparing it to more famous operations.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Action "N": How the Home Army Conducted Psychological Warfare

The article discusses the psychological warfare tactics employed by the Home Army in Poland during WWII, particularly on May 1, 1942, when a significant strike disrupted German operations.

Feb 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Never-before-seen photos of Nazi executions in Greece surface on eBay

A collection of shocking photos depicting Nazi executions of Greek resistance fighters during WWII has surfaced on eBay, eliciting strong reactions in Greece where authorities claim them as national heritage.

Feb 19 • 16:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fred Korematsu challenged the internment of Japanese Americans in the United States and obtained justice forty years later

The article recounts the story of Fred Korematsu, who defied the U.S. government's order for the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII and later received justice for his actions decades later.

Feb 19 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

In the Kaisariani Yard: A 92-Year-Old Remembers Bloody May Day

A 92-year-old witness recalls the harrowing events of May Day in Kaisariani, Greece, during WWII.

Feb 19 • 12:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Farmers, volunteers want clarity on fire risk from WWII-era explosives

Farmers and volunteers in Western Australia's Midwest are urging the Defence Force to clarify the risks posed by unexploded WWII ordnance in the aftermath of a destructive fire at Depot Hill.

Feb 18 • 22:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Ministry of Culture: The collection of photographs from Kaisariani declared a monument

The Ministry of Culture in Greece has declared 12 photographs depicting the execution of 200 resistance fighters at Kaisariani Shooting Range as a historic monument.

Feb 18 • 14:13 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Crain's Militaria: Who is the company that published the documentary photos of the 200 in Kaisariani

The article discusses Crain's Militaria, a company that gained notoriety after attempting to auction photos depicting the execution of 200 Greek resistance fighters in Kaisariani during WWII.

Feb 17 • 11:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

If Stalin were to be brought to justice in history

The article explores the complex legacy of Joseph Stalin, reflecting on his actions during WWII and the duality in perceptions of him as both a leader and a tyrant.

Feb 17 • 10:17 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Kaisariani: The Ministry of Culture's procedures for historical photographs

The Greek Ministry of Culture is initiating procedures to acquire historical photographs related to the execution of 200 people in Kaisariani on May 1, 1944.

Feb 16 • 11:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

A. Charitsis on Kaisariani: Crucial for the photographs to come under the ownership of the Greek state

A. Charitsis emphasized the importance of acquiring historical photographs related to a WWII massacre in Kaisariani, stating they belong to the Greek people.

Feb 16 • 11:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ch. Doukas on the 200 of Kaisariani: The state must acquire the valuable historical documents

Athens Mayor Ch. Doukas emphasizes the need for the Greek state to acquire essential historical documents related to the executions of resistance fighters in Kaisariani during WWII.

Feb 16 • 07:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Forgotten Al Bowlly: the 'pop star' killed by Nazi bombs that today are claimed by Charles III or Dua Lipa

Al Bowlly, a lesser-known pop star whose career was tragically cut short by WWII bombings, has gained posthumous recognition through contemporary artists like Dua Lipa and in iconic films like 'The Shining.'

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Pavlos Christidis: The message behind the execution of the 200 of Kaisariani

Pavlos Christidis comments on the significance of the recent discovery of photographs related to the execution of 200 Greek resistance fighters in Kaisariani during WWII.

Feb 15 • 14:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Call the Midwife's Nurse Rosalind Clifford star lands new role away from BBC drama

Natalie Quarry, known for her role in 'Call the Midwife', is set to star in a new film titled 'Think of England', which explores a satirical story inspired by an urban myth.

Feb 12 • 17:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Endangered Industrial Culture: Why Cologne's Listed Railway Bridges Face Demolition

Four historic railway bridges in Cologne, spared from WWII destruction, are now at risk of demolition as Deutsche Bahn presents unconvincing arguments for their removal.

Feb 11 • 05:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

A Long Ignored and Denied Page of History: Fassino's Lesson to the Left on the Foibe

In a commemorative address on the foibe massacres, Italian politician Piero Fassino calls out the left for its historical denialism regarding the events affecting Italians in the Eastern territories after WWII.

Feb 10 • 08:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A chilling documentary on Yle – a report from the midst of war sparked a furious call

A new German documentary about the Battle of Stalingrad on Yle Areena has stirred emotions and sparked controversy among viewers.

Feb 10 • 06:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The first Czech child in a village in the Sudetes after the war was delivered by a German midwife

The article discusses the historical significance of the first Czech child born in a Sudeten village after WWII, highlighting the involvement of a German midwife in the delivery.

Feb 9 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Bird Skeleton in the Chimney and the World War II Mystery that Even Special Services Could Not Solve

The article discusses the role of carrier pigeons used for communication during World War II, focusing on a notable pigeon named Winkie who played a crucial part in a rescue mission.

Feb 8 • 17:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

She was a heroine and the greatest Hungarian actress of the 40s. The Gestapo tortured her for months

Katalin Karády, a renowned Hungarian actress and humanitarian, risked her life during WWII to save persecuted Jews while achieving immense fame in the arts during the 1930s and 40s.

Feb 8 • 06:21 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China rallies neighbours against Japan in rare meeting. Will it work?

China has summoned Southeast Asian ambassadors to rally support against Japan, invoking its WWII history, though the campaign has had minimal success.

Feb 6 • 01:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Zofia Rapp-Kochańska and the sinking of the battleship Tirpitz

The article discusses the events surrounding the sinking of the German battleship Tirpitz in Norway during World War II, particularly the experiences of Zofia Rapp-Kochańska.

Feb 5 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Impeccable' war epic with A-list cast on BBC tonight

The film 'A Bridge Too Far', depicting the failed WWII Operation Market Garden, is celebrated as one of the greatest war films ever and will be aired on BBC4 tonight.

Feb 5 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Small Land, Great History: The Legendary Landing and the Pontic Hero Fotis Kotanof

The article recounts the significant events of the Soviet landing at 'Small Land' on February 4, 1943, during World War II, highlighting the heroism of Greek soldier Fotis Kotanof.

Feb 4 • 15:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

The ruling of the Slovenian Supreme Court shocked the country, and now the Constitutional Court has confirmed the ruling against the home guard general

The Slovenian Constitutional Court has upheld the ruling against the home guard general Leon Rupnik, highlighting Slovenia's resistance to revisionist trends regarding WWII collaboration.

Feb 4 • 10:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Jacek Czaputowicz: The War Losses and Gains of Poland

Poland is calculating its WWII losses to demand reparations from Russia, according to Dr. Bartosz Gondek of the Institute of War Losses.

Feb 4 • 03:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

[Column] Back to the bad old pre-WWII days

The article reflects on the establishment of the United Nations in 1945 during a pivotal moment in World War II, highlighting the collaboration of major Allied powers and other nations.

Feb 3 • 09:03 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russian attack damages Kyiv's Museum of History of Ukraine in WWII – photo

A Russian attack on February 2-3 damaged the hall of fame at the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in World War II, located near the Motherland Monument in Kyiv.

Feb 3 • 08:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

This is how the search for the golden train was conducted. A participant in the secret expedition spoke up

Marian Laskowski, known for his expertise in military history, discusses his participation in a secretive search for a legendary WWII treasure in Poland during the 1990s.

Jan 16 • 11:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

WWII bomb discovery in Plymouth building site forces 800 people to evacuate homes overnight

A WWII bomb discovered at a building site in Plymouth has led to the evacuation of 800 residents as authorities work to safely remove the device.

Jan 16 • 00:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Up to 2,500 homes evacuated after WWII bomb discovered in Devon

A World War II bomb was discovered near Exmouth Marina, leading to the evacuation of up to 2,500 homes in Devon.

Jan 15 • 22:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Classic' war film with two huge Hollywood legends on BBC tonight

The classic WWII film 'Where Eagles Dare' featuring Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood will air on BBC4, praised for its action sequences and performances.

Jan 15 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Oxidized munitions material found at the bottom of the port of Thessaloniki

Oxidized munitions material, likely a World War II shell, has been discovered during expansion work at the 6th pier in Thessaloniki, prompting an update to the Army.

Jan 14 • 22:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

Golden Train found? An expert on what could be inside. Some will be disappointed

The search for the legendary Golden Train has resurfaced, sparked by Michal Motak and the group "Golden Train 2025," who claim to have found three WWII-era railway cars hidden in a concealed tunnel.

Jan 13 • 17:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

The Štěchovice Treasure. Why Did We Believe the Lie of One Prisoner for Decades?

The article explores the origins and impacts of the Štěchovice treasure myth, which stemmed from a wartime crime archive and the deceit of a single prisoner, leading many to believe in an unfounded legend about priceless wealth for decades.

Jan 13 • 14:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

'Unexploded bomb' handed into police as large cordon placed around station

A suspected WWII unexploded bomb was handed into Merseyside Police, leading to the closure of Manor Road and a large cordon around Wallasey Police Station for safety precautions.

Jan 12 • 16:59 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The Hidden Reasons Why Empires Want to Conquer Greenland Since WWII

The article explores the strategic importance of Greenland and the reasons behind imperial interests in the island since World War II.

Jan 12 • 05:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

In which cemeteries are buried, despite the reactions, the 16,000 German soldiers who were killed in Greece - And 4 Greeks among them

The article discusses the burials of 16,000 German soldiers killed in Greece during WWII, highlighting their cemeteries and the controversy surrounding them, with mentions of 4 Greek soldiers also buried there.

Jan 11 • 16:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

A WWII Film from the German Perspective Tops Streaming Charts

The film 'The Tank', originally titled 'Der Tiger', directed by Dennis Gansel, has become a global hit on streaming platforms, showcasing the Second World War from a German perspective.

Jan 10 • 11:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Rachel Maddow compares alleged Trump immigration policy to WWII Japanese internment camps

Rachel Maddow linked the Trump administration's plans for large-scale deportee holding centers to the WWII internment of Japanese Americans during her appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'.

Jan 9 • 14:20 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

When AI Masterfully Handles Human Language, It Opens the Door to Our Minds

The article discusses how AI's ability to decode human language parallels historical events such as the Allies breaking the Enigma code in WWII, suggesting that this capability will revolutionize our interactions with technology.

Jan 9 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

First-class war epic hailed 'must-watch' by fans on BBC tonight

The classic WWII film 'The Guns of Navarone,' praised as 'an unknown masterpiece,' is airing tonight on BBC, featuring an impressive cast including Gregory Peck and David Niven.

Jan 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The life between the power and the horror of Hitler's pianist who found refuge in a church

Walter Hamböck, a pianist who performed for Nazi leaders and possessed a signed copy of 'Mein Kampf', was detained by the Gestapo in 1940 after the fall of the Third Reich and its consequences on the war.

Jan 8 • 04:00 UTC

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