Long overshadowed by other royal look-alikes, Charles imitators are experiencing newfound popularity ahead of the king’s coronation in May.
Category: Great Britain
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Bank of England to Weigh a Rate Increase After a Jump in Inflation
As policymakers assess an inflation rate that persists in double digits, as well as risks in the banking sector, analysts predict a quarter-point increase.
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U.K. Inflation Swings Upward, in a U-Turn
Prices in Britain reversed a recent downward trend, rising by 10.4 percent in the year through February.
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British Woman Finishes 10-Year Survey of National Trust Scones
A Londoner spent 10 years sampling scones at hundreds of historic sites across the U.K. Here’s why her story made headlines — and which essential topping she says should come before the other.
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In Budget Speech, U.K. Government Will Issue a Call to Work
In a major policy speech, Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor of the Exchequer, is expected to offer plans to promote greater work force participation.
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Gary Glitter Is Back in Prison After Violating Probation Terms
The singer was released from prison last month after serving half of a 16-year sentence for sexually abusing three young girls decades ago.
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Britain Wants Its Early Retirees Back, but Their Days Are ‘Never Boring’
The country’s work force is smaller than it was before the pandemic, sapping economic potential. The government is going to try luring more people off the sidelines.
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HSBC to Buy SVB UK, Silicon Valley Bank’s British Subsidiary
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the country’s financial system was in good health and would not suffer from the demise of Silicon Valley Bank.
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Nia Archives Is a Rising Dance Star in the U.K.
The 23-year-old British musician is a breakout star of a dance-music revival largely led by Black women artists. Her new EP, “Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall,” is out Friday.