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UK aid spending draws praise and criticism at home

Apr 18, 2016
The U.K. spends generously on foreign aid. Some think too generously.
The U.K.'s foreign aid spending has drawn mixed reactions. 
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Avon calling it a day in the U.S.

Mar 15, 2016
The iconic American cosmetics firm is moving to the U.K.
Avon headquarters in New York. The cosmetic company will relocate to the U.K. 
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UK government's internet plans spark snooping fears

Nov 6, 2015
The government wants customers phone and web records available for one year.

UK considers bonus cuts to boost women in banking

Nov 4, 2015
A new study commissioned by the UK government tackles banking's gender imbalance.

Warm welcome for China's president in UK

Oct 20, 2015
Xi Jinping is on a 4-day visit. His hosts want Chinese investment.

The UK is under pressure to take more refugees

Sep 3, 2015
Cameron has been firmly refusing to open the doors wider, but that might change.

Britain's place in the EU is on the table Thursday

May 6, 2015
Incumbent Prime Minister David Cameron said he'd reevaluate the U.K.'s membership.

For public good, not for profit.

What's at stake in the British election

May 5, 2015
It may well not be about the economy

Take down the Union Jack?

May 22, 2014
What could happen if Scotland separates from the UK?

Climate change is making English wine better

Feb 21, 2014
Climate change is reversing the fortunes of a once derided industry.