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At Victory Day Parade, Xi Jinping rewrites World War II history, downplays Pearl Harbour and US aid

The parade on Wednesday marked the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender on September 2, 1945, which ended the Second World War. China was one of the Allied nations fighting Germany, Japan and Italy.

2025 Calendar Matches 1941: Netizens Stunned by Surprising Historical Parallel

In 2025, the calendar matches 1941, sparking online buzz and historical comparisons. While just a date pattern, it’s fueling talk of repeating history amid global tensions.

Is Ukraine’s 'Spider's Web' attack Russia’s Pearl Harbour moment? What happened on Dec 7, 1941 and the next day

Some military commentators are now likening the operation to a modern-day “Pearl Harbour” - not in scale of bloodshed, but in shock value and potential to shift the course of war.

India’s role in helping Red Army withstand the Siege of Stalingrad

India has been slowly coming around to recognizing the contribution of Indians to the Allied victory in WWII - which has largely been viewed as part of the colonial legacy. As India implements Operation Sindoor this Victory Day, it becomes important to preserve the memory of the myriad contributions and sacrifices made by these brave men

The women spies who fooled the Nazis with simple tricks

Women spies sometimes fooled people simply by picking clothes to match their cover story - for example, an apron for a farmers' assistant - or appearing calm when stopped. Indeed, more drastic and constant changes to appearance could backfire, as they did in the case of Indian princess and British spy Noor Inayat Khan.

US bomb from World War II explodes at Japanese airport, causing large crater in taxiway

Hundreds of tons of unexploded bombs from the war remain buried around Japan and are sometimes dug up at construction sites.

On this day, September 15 - Know what happened today in history

September 15 has seen some profound events throughout history, shaping the world in various ways. From a significant corporate collapse to pivotal legal changes and groundbreaking milestones in engineering, this date reflects a range of transformative occurrences.

On this day, September 12 - Know what happened today in history

September 12 has witnessed events that shaped history and celebrated personalities who made their mark. From space exploration to political upheavals, this day highlights significant milestones that continue to inspire and influence our world today.

On this day, September 7 - Know what happened today in history

On 7 September, history witnessed the tragic assassination of Bulgarian dissenter Georgi Markov, the signing of a landmark treaty over the Panama Canal, and the start of the devastating Blitz in London.

Today in history, August 25: A day of significant milestones and achievements

August 25 marks significant moments in history, including Voyager 1's entry into interstellar space and the liberation of Paris in World War II. These events highlight humanity's enduring quest for exploration and freedom.