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Start of new inter-island Channel Islands ferry service postponed • May 30, 2025, 5:14 AM ET (BBC)

Nazi diary reveals love affairs on occupied Channel Islands • May 24, 2025, 7:42 AM ET (The Telegraph)

Channel Islands cruise to 10-try Sweden victory in first-ever game • May 18, 2025, 5:32 AM ET (BBC)

Princess Anne becomes first royal to visit Channel Islands peninsula • May 11, 2025, 2:27 AM ET (The Telegraph)

As Trump pares back ocean protections, California weighs expanding them • May 2, 2025, 8:48 PM ET (AP)

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