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Peter Rhodes on street parties, house-sale jargon and who really won the war?

Trump claims the United States won the Second World War. Putin claims the Soviet Union won it. So what did Britain do?

Peter Rhodes|16 hours ago
A Hawker Typhoon aircraft after it was restored at RAF Shawbury in 1968.
The Wrekin was lit up in blue in May 2020 as the region was gripped by the coronavirus pandemic. Many landmarks were illuminated to say a thank-you to NHS staff who were working around the clock to deal with rising numbers of people falling to the virus.
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Lord Peter Mandelson speaking at the St Patrick’s Day breakfast he hosted at the British embassy in Washington DC
Peter Rhodes on canal tales, flattering the Brits and a soft spot for a little town
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Peter Rhodes|May 13
Wildflowers at Dudmaston Estate, Shropshire, pictured after a planting project in 2014. The popular National Trust estate, near Bridgnorth, has extensive grounds, which are open to the public most days. It also owns the nearby Comer Woods, which also offers extensive walks and trails.
My memories of magical VE Day - Your letters, May 13
Readers' letters|May 13
Exam time is incredibly stressful
7 signs your teen’s GCSE and A-level stress is out of control – and how you can help
News|May 13
PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: An evocative image from the Star archives dating back to 2017 and the last running of the Number 4566 train on the Severn Valley Railway. The engine, pictured near Bridgnorth Station, was being taken into the workshop for a boiler inspection that was expected to put it out of action for years.
'You can only hang me once' - Your Letters: May 12
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Readers' letters|May 12
Sir David Attenborough laughing as he attends Wimbledon
Peter Rhodes on simple English, a bogus performer and the inspiration for David Attenborough
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News|May 12
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Star Comment|May 12
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Entertainment|May 11
PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: A picture from our archives dates back to 2016 and the familiar face of Alan Bennett, the butcher in Codsall who was the winner of the David Black award at the English Winter Fair. He collected the award from the House of Commons. Alan ran the shop for 64 years.
'It is crucial for all new development to include nature in their design' - Your Letters: May 10
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Readers' letters|May 10
The Cenotaph on Whitehall was dressed in the Union flag as final preparations were made ahead of the military procession marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Credit: Jeff Moore/PA Wire
Toby Neal on VE Day spent abroad, national pride and what a flag can mean
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Toby Neal|May 10
US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer shaking hands
Mark Andrews: The Trump trade deal in a nutshell, Reform declares war on green energy, and a generation that thinks VE Day is something to do with Rishi Sunak
Mark Andrews|May 10
PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: There’s a riot going on, but don’t panic, it is all just an exercise. This image from 2017 was taken at RAF Cosford, where the hangars and airfield were used to replicate major disorder and showing officers from forces across the Midlands how they can respond safely.
'The sacrifice and service of those who fought for our country will never be forgotten' - Your Letters: May 9
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Readers' letters|May 9
Peter Rhodes on pronouns, power bills and the stunning success of Barry from Brum
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Peter Rhodes|May 9
Alex Ballinger at remembrance day service, 2024.
Black Country MP: Victory was forged at home — it can be again
Your World|May 8
PICTURE FROM THE ARCHIVE: Churchill, May 8, 1945. London. “My dear friends, this is your hour. This is not victory of a party or of any class. It’s a victory of the great British nation as a whole. We were the first, in this ancient island, to draw the sword against tyranny. We have emerged from a deadly struggle.”
'Nowadays it seems that the law has changed for the better' - Your Letters: May 8
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Readers' letters|May 8
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Viral News
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Primary school pupils begin reading partnership with Ukrainian children
Viral news|May 11
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Partially-sighted man to travel across UK to raise funds for Fife charity
Viral news|May 11
School pupils hold up a Ukrainian flag
Co Antrim pupils building lasting links with Ukrainian school
Viral news|May 11
Crowds watch illuminations during the Bealtaine Fire Festival at the Hill of Uisneach in Co Westmeath
Spectators gather for ancient Celtic fire procession that welcomes summer
Viral news|May 11
Kevin Beresford has devoted 12 months entirely to the industrial action blighting his home city for his calendar called "Rats The Size of Cats".
Britain's 'dullest man' selling merchandise dedicated to the Birmingham bin strikes
Birmingham|May 7
The Royal Mint VE Day commemorative 50p coin
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Viral news|Apr 30
World News
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US President Donald Trump, left, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, centre, and Syria’s interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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