He helped shape the band’s futuristic sound, which blended Beatles-esque pop with orchestral arrangements.
Category: England
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He Won by a Landslide. Why Is He Fighting for His Political Life?
Ben Houchen, a regional mayor in the north of England, faces a close re-election race, partly thanks to the broader troubles of Britain’s Conservative Party.
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An Industry Veteran Drew on Family History to Create a Brand
Neil Duckworth designs watches that have a distinctly vintage feel at a price “I would spend myself.”
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Kate Winslet on ‘The Regime’ and Resilience In Hollywood
As a young star, she endured Hollywood’s brutal treatment of women. Now she’s putting her resilience and grit on full display.
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Want to Lose a Lot of Money, Fast? Buy a Small Soccer Team in England.
The country’s lower leagues offer a tempting entry to ownership. But the sport’s economics mean even multimillionaires can struggle to compete.
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Why Britain Is Struggling With Nuclear Power
The government wants more nuclear plants to help tackle climate change, but delays and soaring costs are complicating the effort.
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Why Britain Is Struggling With Nuclear Power
The government wants more nuclear plants to help tackle climate change, but delays and soaring costs are complicating the effort.
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How Paul McCartney’s Lost Bass Guitar Was Found Five Decades Later
The Höfner violin bass that accompanied the Beatles to fame went missing more than 50 years ago. Two journalists and a Höfner expert were determined to find it.
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Paul McCartney Talks About His Beatles’ Photos Coming to the Brooklyn Museum
Sixty years after the Beatles appeared live on “Ed Sullivan,” McCartney reflects on his photos capturing those halcyon days. The Brooklyn Museum will exhibit them, and some will be for sale later.
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Sophie Turner’s Custody Lawsuit Against Joe Jonas is Dismissed
The English actress sued the American musician weeks after they announced their split, saying he had prevented their two children from returning to Britain.
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How to Host a Proper English Pub Lunch
The chef Margot Henderson on gathering friends for a meal at the Three Horseshoes inn in Somerset and the perfect winter dessert.
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Tim Rogers, Hairstylist to the Stars and Moguls, Dies at 51
A native of Britain, he made his mark in his adopted city styling celebrities like Adele, Roger Federer and the Olsen twins.