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May 27, 2024, 9:12 AM
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Chasing cheese wheels or lugging sacks of wool, UK competitors embrace quirky extreme races
Dairy-loving daredevils have thrown caution to the wind for one of Britain’s most extreme annual events: Cheese rollingMay 27, 2024, 9:12 AM
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May 24, 2024, 6:23 AM
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A British neonatal nurse convicted of killing 7 babies loses her bid to appeal
A British neonatal nurse who was convicted of murdering seven babies and the attempted murder of six others has lost her bid to appealMay 24, 2024, 6:23 AM
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May 22, 2024, 12:28 PM
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A UK election has been called for July 4. Here's what to know
The United Kingdom will hold its first national election in five years in a country reeling from the cost-of-living crisis, the fallout from Israel-Hamas war and deep divisions over how to deal with migrants and asylum seekers crossing the English Chan...May 22, 2024, 12:28 PM
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May 23, 2024, 1:34 PM
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Why British PM Rishi Sunak called snap election for July 4, according to expert
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a general election, which could signal an end to his Conservative Party’s 14 years of power.May 23, 2024, 1:34 PM
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May 22, 2024, 6:40 AM
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A UK lawmaker returns to work as 'the bionic MP' after losing his hands and feet to sepsis
A British lawmaker has returned to work six months after sepsis forced the amputation of his hands and feetMay 22, 2024, 6:40 AM
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May 21, 2024, 10:07 AM
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Victims of UK's infected blood scandal to start receiving final compensation payments this year
Britain's government says thousands of victims of the U.K.’s infected blood scandal will start receiving their final compensation payments this yearMay 21, 2024, 10:07 AM
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May 21, 2024, 8:23 AM
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London judge rejects Prince Harry's bid to add allegations against Rupert Murdoch in tabloid lawsuit
A London judge says Prince Harry can't expand his privacy lawsuit against The Sun tabloid's publisher to include allegations that Rupert Murdoch and some other executives were part of an effort to conceal and destroy evidence of unlawful information ga...May 21, 2024, 8:23 AM
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May 18, 2024, 5:04 AM
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Radio Caroline, Britain's pirate radio station broadcasting from sea, turns 60 years strong
A circle of swashbuckling radio enthusiasts in the United Kingdom who have kept the rogue seaborne radio station, Radio Caroline, afloat now for the past 60 long years.May 18, 2024, 5:04 AM
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May 17, 2024, 7:21 AM
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An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleMay 17, 2024, 7:21 AM
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May 17, 2024, 7:21 AM
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An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleMay 17, 2024, 7:21 AM
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Apr 30, 2024, 11:33 AM
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Boy, 14, dies after man with sword stabs multiple people near London tube station
A man has been arrested after driving a car into a home in east London before getting out and attacking members of the public with a sword, according to police.Apr 30, 2024, 11:33 AM
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Apr 25, 2024, 3:08 PM
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2 of the 4 horses that broke free in central London underwent surgery, British Army says
Four horses -- and at least one of them soaked in blood -- caused chaos across central London on Wednesday morning after breaking free in Westminster, officials said.Apr 25, 2024, 3:08 PM
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Apr 23, 2024, 12:23 PM
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UK approves bill to send some asylum-seekers to Rwanda
Deportation flights are expected to begin in July as the U.K. approves a bill to send some asylum-seekers to Rwanda.Apr 23, 2024, 12:23 PM
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Apr 11, 2024, 12:43 PM
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What the trans care recommendations from the NHS England report mean
A new report from the National Health Service England’s Dr. Hilary Cass advocates for further research on gender-affirming care for transgender youth and young adults.Apr 11, 2024, 12:43 PM
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Mar 27, 2024, 11:05 AM
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AI could eliminate nearly 8 million jobs in UK, study shows
AI could herald a "job apocalypse," the study said.Mar 27, 2024, 11:05 AM
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Mar 18, 2024, 2:57 PM
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Monolith mystery reemerges in Wales, prompting speculation of space aliens
A newly discovered 10-foot-tall silver monolith on a muddy bluff in Wales has reignited wild speculation on its origin.Mar 18, 2024, 2:57 PM
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Mar 14, 2024, 5:00 AM
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'Complete mystery' as 1,800-year-old ancient Roman statue dug up in UK parking lot
A mysterious 1,800-year-old Roman statue has been discovered by a construction worker while he was digging up a parking lot.Mar 14, 2024, 5:00 AM
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Mar 11, 2024, 11:13 AM
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Bitcoin soars to record high following UK approval of crypto asset
The price of the cryptocurrency surpassed $72,000 on Monday.Mar 11, 2024, 11:13 AM
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Feb 28, 2024, 7:57 AM
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Prince Harry loses security court ruling, potentially impacting his visits to UK
Harry recently returned to the U.K. to see King Charles, who is battling cancer.Feb 28, 2024, 7:57 AM
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Feb 27, 2024, 4:58 PM
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'Mary Poppins' gets new film rating in the UK for 'discriminatory language'
"Mary Poppins" has received a new rating in the United Kingdom due to "discriminatory language" used in the film.Feb 27, 2024, 4:58 PM
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Jan 25, 2024, 9:07 AM
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Idris Elba launches new campaign to tackle knife crime
English actor Idris Elba has launched a new campaign called "Don’t Stop Your Future," calling on increased government urgency to tackle knife crime in the U.K.Jan 25, 2024, 9:07 AM
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Jan 23, 2024, 10:42 PM
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US, UK stage multiple airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen
The White House on Monday insisted airstrikes against Iran-backed militants in Yemen have been effective despite repeated Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping.Jan 23, 2024, 10:42 PM
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Jan 18, 2024, 8:22 AM
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Princess Kate 'doing well' amid hospitalization following abdominal surgery: Palace source
Kate, 42, could remain in the hospital for as long as two weeks, the palace said.Jan 18, 2024, 8:22 AM
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Jan 11, 2024, 5:18 AM
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Archaeologists announce discovery of Anglo-Saxon cemetery with bodies and treasures dating back 1,500 years
Archaeologists have announced a major discovery dating back to as early as the 6th century after finding the buried remains of over 20 people and a range of grave goods.Jan 11, 2024, 5:18 AM
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Jan 10, 2024, 5:02 AM
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Man pretending to be Queen Elizabeth's footman, selling 'antler walking stick' that never belonged to her, sentenced
An internet seller who tricked eBay users into bidding for a walking stick that he falsely said belonged to Queen Elizabeth II has been sentenced.Jan 10, 2024, 5:02 AM
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Dec 8, 2023, 1:04 PM
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George, Charlotte and Louis join Prince William, Princess Kate at Christmas carol service
The Princess of Wales' children supported their mom Kate at her Westminster Abbey service.Dec 8, 2023, 1:04 PM
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Nov 10, 2023, 6:33 AM
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Judge rules in Prince Harry, Elton John's lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher
Harry and John alleged they were the "victims of abhorrent criminal activity."Nov 10, 2023, 6:33 AM
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Nov 7, 2023, 9:54 AM
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Britain's 'loneliest' sheep rescued from remote Scottish cliff
Fiona the sheep was rescued on Saturday in a "major operation" by a group of Scottish farmers, with oversight of the Scottish SPCA.Nov 7, 2023, 9:54 AM
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Sep 28, 2023, 11:09 AM
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Famous 'Sycamore Gap tree' in northern England found cut down overnight; 16-year-old arrested
Authorities in England have arrested a 16-year-old boy after one of the most famous trees in the world was cut down overnight Thursday.Sep 28, 2023, 11:09 AM
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Sep 27, 2023, 3:58 AM
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Gymnastics Ireland issues 'unreserved' apology for Black gymnast medal snub
Ireland’s gymnastics federation has issued an apology after footage emerged of a young Black gymnast being passed over for a medal at a presentation ceremony.Sep 27, 2023, 3:58 AM
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Sep 15, 2023, 2:02 PM
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Russian-backed mercenary squad Wagner Group designated as terrorist organization by UK officials
British officials officially declared the Russia-linked private military company as a terrorist group.Sep 15, 2023, 2:02 PM
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Sep 15, 2023, 12:35 PM
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American XL Bully dogs to be banned in the UK following string of attacks
The proposed ban comes following a fatal attack on Thursday.Sep 15, 2023, 12:35 PM
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Jun 15, 2023, 7:41 AM
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Boris Johnson 'deliberately misled' UK Parliament over 'partygate,' committee says
Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson "deliberately misled" Parliament about so-called partygate, a committee of lawmakers said in a scathing report on Thursday.Jun 15, 2023, 7:41 AM
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Jun 12, 2023, 6:34 AM
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Former Scottish leader who championed independence questioned by police for political party's finances
Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said after facing police questioning in police custody on Sunday that she was "innocent of any wrongdoing."Jun 12, 2023, 6:34 AM
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Jun 5, 2023, 12:59 PM
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Princess Eugenie shares 1st photos of newborn son
Princess Eugenie gave birth to her son on May 30, Buckingham Palace confirmed.Jun 5, 2023, 12:59 PM
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May 25, 2023, 1:24 PM
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Driver crashes into gates outside Downing Street, home of UK prime minister, no injuries reported
A driver crashed a car into the gates of Downing Street on Thursday and was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving.May 25, 2023, 1:24 PM
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May 23, 2023, 1:31 PM
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Prince Harry loses legal challenge in police protection case
Harry lost police protection when he stepped down from his senior royal role.May 23, 2023, 1:31 PM
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Apr 4, 2023, 10:10 AM
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London City Airport scraps 100 milliliter liquid rule
London City Airport has become the first major U.K. airport to drop its 100 milliliter liquid rule, meaning passengers may now carry liquids in their hand luggage.Apr 4, 2023, 10:10 AM
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Mar 27, 2023, 9:51 AM
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Prince Harry is in UK but questions remain about Charles, William reunion
Prince Harry, Elton John and others are taking legal action against a U.K.-based publisher.Mar 27, 2023, 9:51 AM
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Feb 15, 2023, 4:50 PM
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2 teens charged in death of transgender TikTok personality Brianna Ghey
Two teens have been charged in death of Brianna Ghey, a transgender girl who had a large following on TikTok and Instagram.Feb 15, 2023, 4:50 PM
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