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Tag: Great Britain
Britain’s Big Squeeze: Austerity-Battered U.K. ‘Retreating Behind a Nuclear Shield’
As Britain spends heavily on big-ticket items like nuclear-armed submarines, its military is no longer deemed capable of defending the homeland by itself.
Journalist’s Death Jolts Northern Ireland Politicians Back to Negotiating Table
The main political parties in Northern Ireland have agreed to restart negotiations to revive the province’s dormant regional parliament.
Journalist’s Death Jolts Northern Ireland Politicians Back to Negotiating Table
The main political parties in Northern Ireland have agreed to restart negotiations to revive the province’s dormant regional parliament.
Olympic Athletes’ Feud Goes Public, With Claims of Hotel Theft and Gym Attack
Two legends of long-distance running, Mo Farah and Haile Gebrselassie, found themselves embroiled in a very public war of words.
Scottish Leader Calls for Independence Referendum if Britain Leaves the E.U.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called for a new vote on Scottish independence from the United Kingdom, citing Scottish support to stay in the European Union. Such a vote needs approval from London.
Trump’s State Visit to Britain, Long Delayed, Now Has a Date
Queen Elizabeth II formally invited the American leader to a three-day visit in June, when events for the 75th anniversary of D-Day will be held.
To View Online Porn, First Show Your Papers: U.K. Will Begin Age Checks
From July, commercial providers of pornography will have to verify their users are over 18, either through identity documents or passes bought face to face.
Are You a Very English Butler? The U.K. Government Needs You
The Foreign Office has advertised for two butlers responsible for delivering “V.I.P. hospitality” and managing a wine cellar. Maximum annual salary: £30,000.
Lyra McKee, Northern Ireland Journalist, Is Killed in ‘Terrorist Incident,’ Police Say
The police said that Ms. McKee, who was reporting on unrest in Londonderry, was shot by a militant republican, raising fears of renewed sectarian conflict.