His colorful men’s nightwear was like something made on Savile Row in London — perfect, pricey — except that it was rarely seen outside the bedroom.
Category: Great Britain
How the UK’s Hurricane-Strength Storm of 1987 Became a Famous Weather Forecasting Failure
The Great Storm of 1987 was a forecasting blunder that left at least 18 people dead, felled 15 million trees and caused a billion pounds worth of damage.
London Became a Global Hub for Phone Theft. Now We Know Why.
About 80,000 phones were stolen in the British capital last year. The police are finally discovering where many of them went.
London Became a Global Hub for Phone Theft. Now We Know Why.
About 80,000 phones were stolen in the British capital last year. The police are finally discovering where many of them went.
They Helped Topple Roe v. Wade. Now Their Sights Are Set on Britain.
An organization that fought abortion rights in the United States is now an unlikely conduit between MAGA Republicans and Britain’s ascendant Reform U.K. party.
Holding Back Tears, Prince William Shows a New Side of a Future King
In two video encounters — one discussing the impact of suicide, and a more lighthearted conversation with Eugene Levy — the heir to the British throne opened up, a little.
World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal
Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.
Manchester Synagogue Attacker Pledged Allegiance to ISIS, Police Say
Jihad al-Shamie, who attacked a Manchester synagogue on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, called the emergency services during the attack to claim responsibility.
Why a China Spy Case in the U.K. Collapsed Before It Went to Trial
The British government has come under scrutiny after charges against two men accused of spying for Beijing were dropped. Here’s what to know.
At UK’s Conservative Party Conference, Tories Wonder About Their Future
The once dominant British political party has been outflanked by Reform, a right-wing populist rival. At the Tory annual conference, attendance was sparse.
E.U. Proposes 50% Steel Tariffs as Trump Effect Ripples Around World
European officials want to sharply lower the bloc’s quota on tariff-free steel imports, while doubling levies to 50 percent, as President Trump’s tariffs create domino effects.
From Jaguars to Grocery Shelves: Cyberattacks Disrupt British Daily Life
Jaguar Land Rover is the third big British brand to have its operations severely affected by a breach this year.
Leader of U.K. Conservatives Vows to Deport 150,000 People a Year
Kemi Badenoch, whose party is sinking in polls, outlined plans resembling Trump policies against those accused of being in the United States illegally.
Fire at Peacehaven Mosque Is Being Treated as Hate Crime, UK Police Say
The attack came at a time of heightened anxiety after a deadly terrorist attack at a synagogue in Manchester.
Synagogue Attack Increases Pressure on Starmer in the U.K.
The prime minister vowed to rid the Labour Party of antisemitism. But a competing political reality, activist anger over the war in Gaza, has complicated that effort.
For the New Archbishop of Canterbury, Nursing Roots Could Bring a Pastoral Sensibility
As bishop of London, Sarah Mullally placed herself in the middle of the church’s most charged issues. But experts predict that her years treating cancer patients could inform how she approaches her new role.
Synagogue Attack Increases Pressure on Starmer in the U.K.
The prime minister vowed to rid the Labour Party of antisemitism. But a competing political reality, activist anger over the war in Gaza, has complicated that effort.
For the New Archbishop of Canterbury, Nursing Roots Could Bring a Pastoral Sensibility
As bishop of London, Sarah Mullally placed herself in the middle of the church’s most charged issues. But experts predict that her years treating cancer patients could inform how she approaches her new role.
Police Accidentally Shot and Killed a Victim During Manchester Terrorist Attack
Officials said that one of the men killed at the Heaton Park Congregation synagogue in northwestern England had been hit by police gunfire.
2 Victims Named After Manchester Synagogue Terrorist Attack
Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, were named as the two people killed Thursday outside the Heaton Park Congregation synagogue in northwestern England.
Manchester Synagogue Attack Fuels Fears of Antisemitism in Britain
In the hours after an attack, a blanket of fear and grief fell over synagogues and Jewish community centers across the country.
After Declining to Give Trump a Sword for King Charles, a Museum Leader Is Out
The departure of Todd Arrington, who led the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, came after the administration sought a sword from its collection as a gift for King Charles.
Deadly Car Ramming and Stabbing at U.K. Synagogue Is Declared Terrorist Attack
The police identified the attacker as Jihad al-Shamie, 35, a British citizen of Syrian descent. They said he had driven a car into people outside the synagogue in Manchester and stabbed others before he was shot and killed by the police.
Manchester’s Mayor Had Criticized Starmer. The Synagogue Attack Could Unite Them.
Violent attacks often bring even fierce political rivals together in the hours and days after they occur.
The U.K. police say they believe they know the attacker’s identity.
Attack on Manchester Synagogue Comes Amid a Rising Wave of Antisemitism
Community organizations have reported higher levels of anti-Jewish incidents in Britain and around the world.
London Police Chief Apologizes Over Officers’ ‘Reprehensible’ Behavior
The police commissioner spoke after the BBC broadcast video showing officers making sexualized comments, reveling in the use of violence and expressing racist views.
Many Palestinians Say Hamas Must Accept U.S. Cease-Fire Plan
Interviews in Gaza suggest wide support for a proposal that calls for an immediate end to a war that has brought immense civilian suffering.
London Police Chief Apologizes Over Officers’ ‘Reprehensible’ Behavior
The police commissioner spoke after the BBC broadcast video showing officers making sexualized comments, reveling in the use of violence and expressing racist views.
U.K. ‘Grooming Gang’ Leader Sentenced to 35 Years for Rape
Seven men in all were sentenced on Wednesday over their roles in a decades-old national scandal in Britain involving child sexual abuse.
Starmer Describes ‘Fight for the Soul’ of U.K. as Populist Right Rises
In a speech at an annual Labour conference, the British prime minister will contrast his political project with that of Nigel Farage, whose Reform party promises mass deportations.
Octopuses Invade English Coast, ‘Eating Anything in Their Path’
The highly intelligent cephalopods filled fishing nets and gobbled up crabs and lobsters in Devon and Cornwall this summer.
Octopuses Invade English Coast, ‘Eating Anything in Their Path’
The highly intelligent cephalopods filled fishing nets and gobbled up crabs and lobsters in Devon and Cornwall this summer.
Russia and China Fail to Delay U.N. ‘Snapback’ Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program
The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.
Russia and China Fail to Delay U.N. ‘Snapback’ Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program
The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.
