As the fourth-set tiebreaker ended, Stan Wawrinka tapped his right temple with his index finger, his signature celebration. He probably figured he had his Australian Open opponent right where he wanted him. CBC | Sports News
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‘There are no words’ D-Day veteran overwhelmed as he’s recognised in New Year Honours list
D-DAY veteran Harry Billinge has been recognised in the New Year Honours list after his fundraising efforts made headlines around the world. After appearing on the show earlier in the year, the BBC Breakfast team visited Harry who revealed he was overwhelmed by the news and explained why fundraising for those soldiers who never returned home is so important to ...
Read More »Veteran shames rowing MPs for threatening democracy ‘war dead would be horrified’
THIS MORNING was back with the final instalment of the week and ITV viewers tuned in to see two World War Two veterans, Jeffrey Haward and Marie Scott, speak about their experiences. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed
Read More »‘I’ve heard a lot of b******t – you weren’t there!’ D-Day veteran SLAMS ignorant society
BBC BREAKFAST hosts Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt welcomed D-Day veteran Harry Billinge to the show this morning to discuss his outstanding fundraising efforts for the Normandy Memorial Trust. During his appearance, the veteran hit out at those who discuss D-Day but have no real concept of what happened. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed
Read More »Raptors rookie Terence Davis, veteran Fred VanVleet share kinship of betting on themselves
When Terence Davis was passed over in the NBA draft this June, he looked to the path of Raptors guard Fred VanVleet as the road to take. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Veteran J.T. Miller adds versatility to Canucks’ slick young roster
If the Vancouver Canucks hope to avoid missing the playoffs for a fifth consecutive season, they must muster more offence. The Canucks 26th in the league last year with just 219 goals. But a versatile player like J.T. Miller can only help their cause. CBC | Sports News
Read More »War veteran Victor Gregg says Brexit is ‘breaking his heart’ on 100th birthday
WAR VETERAN Victor Gregg recently turned 100 and to celebrate, BBC Breakfast welcomed him onto the sofa for a chat about his incredible life. However, the hero took the opportunity to comment on the state of the UK at the moment in light on Brexit, which viewers praised him for. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed
Read More »Veteran Democrat John Conyers faces pressure to resign after new accusation
Calls for Michigan Representative John Conyers to resign increased on Tuesday after a former staffer said the longest-serving member of the House made unwanted sexual advances that included partially undressing in front of her in a hotel room and inappropriate touching. CBC | World News
Read More »Veteran investor Marc Faber booted from 3rd company after racist comments
Veteran investor Marc Faber has resigned his board seats at three companies based in Canada following comments he made in his investment newsletter that America was better off because it was settled by white people instead of black people. CBC | World News
Read More »Canadiens place veteran Mark Streit on waivers: report
A person with direct knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press the Montreal Canadiens have placed veteran defenceman Mark Streit on waivers. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity Thursday because the Canadiens have not announced the move. CBC | Sports News
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