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Amber Rudd resigns from UK Cabinet over sacking of rebel MPs

Amber Rudd, one of the few Remain-supporting ministers in Boris Johnson's Cabinet, resigned on Saturday evening, accusing the British leader of having conducted an "assault on decency and democracy" by expelling rebel lawmakers from the party.

07/09/2019

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Paul McCartney is the real "Grandude" of book signing

He may be one of the world's most famous musicians, but Paul McCartney is also just a regular grandfather.

07/09/2019

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UK lawmakers ready for legal action over Brexit delay

UK lawmakers and expelled Tory MP's have said they will go to court if Boris Johnson does not abide by legislation that would extend the Brexit delay if no deal is signed.

07/09/2019

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Does the UK need a written constitution?

Boris Johnson's actions have provoked a constitutional crisis in the UK.

07/09/2019

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A summary of Boris Johnson's terrible week in parliament

It was a complicated week in parliament that saw Boris Johnson lose several key votes as Parliament came back from summer break.

07/09/2019

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Watch: Heckler ruins Boris Johnson's charm offensive

'You're playing games!' Heckler ruins Boris Johnson's charm offensive

06/09/2019

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Identical triplets all jailed for the same crime

Reiss Gabriel and his two brothers — Ralston and Ricky — were all convicted of possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.

06/09/2019

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Police chiefs criticise Boris Johnson for politicising police officers

West Yorkshire Chief Constable John Robins said he was disappointed the Prime Minister had used the officers as a backdrop for a speech that was not solely about police recruitment.

06/09/2019

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UK opposition parties agree to block general election

Labour and other parties will not back Boris Johnson's call.

06/09/2019

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Legislation to stop no-deal Brexit passes both houses of UK parliament

The House of Lords approved legislation to stop a no-deal Brexit after agreeing to push the bill through by the end of day on Friday.

06/09/2019

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Dale Chihuly on his latest exhibition at Kew Gardens

One of the world’s most daring glass artists has taken over London’s Royal Botanic Gardens with an exhibition not to be missed.

06/09/2019

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High Court rejects Gina Miller appeal against Boris Johnson

The case had been brought by anti-Brexit campaigner Gina Miller.

06/09/2019

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Monster blow for Nessie fans as scientists find 'no DNA evidence'

DNA testing has found no evidence of the Loch Ness Monster's existence. However, the team did add that 'a lack of evidence is not necessarily evidence of absence'.

05/09/2019

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Brexit rebel: Boris Johnson's Conservatives 'all over the place'

Caroline Nokes says the Tories are in a dangerous position to fight an election.

05/09/2019

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Johnson would 'rather be dead in ditch' than ask for Brexit extension

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday said he would rather be "dead in a ditch" than ask the EU for an extension to the Brexit deadline.

05/09/2019

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Watch: AIDS awareness animation featuring Freddie Mercury released

The video tells the story of two white blood cells, one of whom is infected with the virus, who fall in love. Mercury, who died from AIDS-related complications in 1991, performs his 1985 track Love Me Like There's No Tomorrow.

05/09/2019

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Watch: Netanyahu joins Johnson outside number 10 on visit to London

Watch: Netanyahu joins Johnson outside number 10 on surprise visit to London

05/09/2019

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Jo Johnson, UK PM Boris Johnson's brother, quits as an MP

Johnson said he was "torn between family loyalty and the national interest."

05/09/2019

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Bitesize Brexit: A quick summary of what happened on a tumultuous day

Bitesize Brexit: A quick summary of what happened on a tumultuous day

04/09/2019

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UK scraps plan to immediately end freedom of movement after Brexit

Britain's government has abandoned plans to end freedom of movement for European Union citizens immediately after a possible no-deal Brexit and will instead return to an earlier policy of giving them three years' temporary leave to remain.

04/09/2019

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Watch: How did the legislation to delay Brexit get through Parliament?

Wondering what just happened in Parliament? Here's how Hilary Benn's bill to delay the Brexit deadline played out in the Commons

04/09/2019

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Watch: MPs could put UK PM in a 'weird sort of limbo' over Brexit

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is likely to be left in a "weird sort of limbo" after key votes in the UK parliament tonight, an expert has told Euronews.

04/09/2019

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Prince Charles donates nettles from his garden to sustainable fashion

The Prince of Wales has partnered with fashion designers to create a nettle-inspired sustainable clothing collection.

04/09/2019

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Watch: How did Boris Johnson fare in his first PMQs as leader?

Swearing, chlorinated chicken, and Brexit: How did Boris Johnson fare in his first PMQs as leader?

04/09/2019

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What next for the 21 Conservative rebels that defied Boris Johnson?

Britain's prime minister has turned a majority of one into a minority of 21.

04/09/2019

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'Jacob Ease-Mogg': UK minister slammed over Brexit debate posture

Cabinet minister Jacob Rees-Mogg faced a whirl of criticism and mocking memes after reclining during a key Brexit debate.

04/09/2019