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Who are the 13 rebel UK MPs who voted No to a general election?

13 members of parliament have voted against Prime Minister May’s motion to hold a ‘snap’ general election on June 8 this year.

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The Brief from Brussels - MPs back fresh UK election

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

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SNP success in election will pave way for Scottish secession vote - Sturgeon

Scotland’s First Minister and leader of the SNP, Nicola Sturgeon, has said success for her party in the upcoming general election will pave the way for a fresh referendum on Scottish…

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Britons mull May's election gamble

The news that Britain's prime minister Theresa May called a snap election has sent shockwaves throughout the UK.

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Economy

IMF raises growth predictions, frets about protectionism

The International Monetary Fund has raised its global growth forecast for 2017 but warned protectionist policies could undermine the modest recovery.

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May goes for broke with election call

May ready for election fight

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The Brief from Brussels: UK's May calls snap election

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from across Europe.

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British opposition parties spoiling for a fight welcome May's snap election call

The combined parties in opposition in Britain have welcomed Prime Minister Theresa May's calling of an early general election.

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UK General Election: where do the key parties stand on Brexit?

A lack of unity at Westminster over Brexit is why Theresa May has called a snap election, but what are the stances of the main political parties?

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UK: Theresa May calls snap general election to be held on June 8

May says she needs to strengthen her hand in divorce talks with the European Union and hopes the poll result will shore up support.

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How Brexit shattered my illusion of the UK

When I left my native France at the age of 18, I was full of dreams and hope for the future.

Economy

UK inflation holds steady in March

Inflation in Britain was unchanged last month, but was still up 2.3 percent compared to a year ago. Retail sales dipped in March

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"Hostages" to the Brexit talks: fears and frustrations grow in Gibraltar

The border crossing between Gibraltar and La Linea, the closest Spanish town to the Rock, epitomises the relationship between Spain and the United Kingdom, even more so since the advent of…

USA

Attack, counter-attack - this week in pictures

Here is a selection of pictures that marked the headlines in a week dominated by attacks on civilians, from St.

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The Brief from Brussels: Hungary faces mounting criticism, 'friendly' Brexit meeting

This is the Brief from Brussels, a round-up of the daily news stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

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Brexit: Tusk and May in 'friendly' meeting

Let’s try to ease tensions.

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The Brief from Brussels: MEPs condemn Hungary's university law

This is the Brief from Brussels, a round-up of the daily news stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

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Farage slams EU leaders as 'gangsters' over Brexit

Former UKIP leader Nigel Farage has described EU leaders as “gangsters,” as the European Parliament adopted a resolution setting the red lines for the Brexit…

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Brexit 1.0: Britain’s 450,000-year separation from Europe revealed

Brexit, it would appear, is not a new phenomenon. Scientists reveal how Britain first separated from Europe 450,000 years ago.

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Making waves: Spanish ship off Gibraltar heightens UK tensions

It was hardly the Spanish Armada.