King Charles III named Edward, his youngest brother, the Duke of Edinburgh on his 59th birthday. The title was previously held by their father, Prince Philip.
Author: Jenny Gross
Nepal Will Ban Solo Hiking in Its National Parks
The move, which the country’s tourism board said would improve safety, follows an earlier ban on climbing alone in Nepal’s mountains.
King Charles Will Travel to France and Germany for First State Visits
Britain’s new monarch and his wife, Camilla, the queen consort, will attend state banquets in Paris and Berlin later this month.
What’s Behind the Vegetable Shortages in U.K. Supermarkets
Five major grocery chains are restricting the number of some produce items, as bad weather in Spain leads to shortages.
Amsterdam Bans Marijuana Smoking on Streets of Red-Light District
The new regulations, which will take effect in mid-May, were introduced in response to complaints from residents about disruptive tourists.
Turks in London wait for word from their relatives after the quake.
After the devastating earthquake in Turkey, members of the Turkish diaspora in Britain tried contacting relatives and organized campaigns to raise money for rescue efforts.
Gary Glitter Is Released From Prison After Serving Half of His Sentence
The disgraced former glam rock singer was found guilty in 2015 of sexually abusing three young girls in the 1970s. He had been given a 16-year sentence.
A French City Appeals to Madonna for Clues About a Long-Lost Painting
The painting “Diana and Endymion” disappeared from Amiens, France, more than a century ago. The city’s mayor says Madonna could hold a key to the mystery, but experts say the pop icon has nothing to do with it.
How Finland Is Teaching a Generation to Spot Misinformation
The Nordic country is testing new ways to teach students about propaganda. Here’s what other countries can learn from its success.
The Hardy Tree, a Beloved Fixture of a London Cemetery, Topples Over
The tree, named after the author Thomas Hardy, was surrounded by 18th- and 19th-century gravestones. It was a popular site for locals and tourists.