Author: MARK LANDLER
Washington Warns Britain to Temper Its Spat With E.U. Over Northern Ireland
A senior U.S. diplomat urged London and Brussels to discreetly resolve their disputes, citing the need to unify the West behind Ukraine amid Russia’s onslaught.
In London, a Long-Awaited High-Tech Train Is Ready to Roll
The Elizabeth line, 13 years in the making, will soon uncoil under central London with cathedral-like stations and roomy cars. Its managers say it’s a testament to the power of public transportation.
Economic Toll of Russia’s War in Ukraine Tests Western Solidarity
Russia’s president is calculating that Western leaders will tire before he does of a protracted struggle in Ukraine, especially if the price is turbocharged inflation and energy shortages.
Charles Gives Queen’s Speech at State Opening of Parliament in U.K.
For only the third time in 70 years, Elizabeth was unable to deliver her speech at the State Opening of Parliament. The palace said she had been having trouble walking; Prince Charles stood in.
Queen Elizabeth to Miss Opening of Parliament
Prince Charles will deliver the Queen’s Speech instead of his mother, who has missed the constitutional monarchy’s powerful symbol only twice in 70 years.
Northern Ireland Turns to Sinn Fein
Election results reflected the demoralization of unionist voters, the disarray of their leaders and an electorate with new priorities — much of which can be traced to Brexit.
Sinn Fein Is Emerging As the Largest Party in Northern Ireland
Final results should be available by Saturday. Some fear it could rekindle unrest between Catholics and Protestants.