With a stout frame, bushy whiskers and a weathered visage, he embodied men of authority facing down danger with weary stoicism.
Category: Great Britain
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When a Bunch of Bloody Yanks Came for English Soccer
American investors are gobbling up the storied teams of the English Premier League — and changing the stadium experience in ways that soccer fans resent.
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An Online Radio Station Where Everything Is Eclectic
Music played by D.J.s like Flo Dill on NTS encompasses obscure ambient tracks and timeworn dad rock. The approach has won it fans far beyond its London home.
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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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Jeff Zucker Abandons Telegraph Bid, Putting London Paper Back Into Play
RedBird IMI said it had withdrawn its attempt to acquire the storied newspaper after a revolt from Conservative Party leaders.
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Inflation in U.K. Slows to 3.2%, Lowest in More Than 2 Years
As the economy cools, pressure is building on the Bank of England to cut interest rates.
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Who Should Be the New James Bond?
As speculation heats up around the casting of a seventh cinematic 007, Styles reporters consider possible candidates for a new Bond era.
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Has the Luxury E-Commerce Bubble Burst?
Some of the biggest names in fashion e-commerce, including Farfetch and MatchesFashion, have imploded. What does that mean for fashion brands, investors and customers?
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Has the Luxury E-Commerce Bubble Burst?
After implosions by Farfetch and MatchesFashion — and with other blowouts possible — the future for online fashion retailers looks uncertain.
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British Media Showed Restraint on Princess Kate’s Health. It Didn’t Make a Difference.
The online frenzy over Catherine’s health escalated despite a reserved approach by Fleet Street — which promptly blamed Americans for the furor.
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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates After U.K. Inflation Slows
Britain’s central bank held its key interest rate at the highest level in 16 years for the fifth straight meeting.