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New leads open in McCann case British police, working closely with their Portuguese colleagues, say they have a “number of persons of interest” they would like to investigate in the… 18/05/2013
Eurovision: The Big Five and…SwedenSince 2000, France, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom qualify automatically for every Eurovision Grand Final thanks to their status as the biggest… 17/05/2013
Google denies misleading over tax A top Google executive has denied that his company misled British authorities over the minimising of its tax bill there. Matt Brittin told the… 16/05/2013
UK: Cameron facing party revolt over EuropeBritish Prime Minister David Cameron is facing a potential challenge to his authority – as scores of MPs from within his own Conservative party have vowed to… 15/05/2013
UK joblessness up again The latest unemployment totals from London underscored how weak Britain’s economy remains. The number of people without jobs continued to rise. Using… 15/05/2013
Chelsea bid for Europa League title against Benfica Tonight’s Europa League final in Amsterdam gives Chelsea a chance to crown their already strong finish to the season with a bang and a UEFA cup victory. It… 15/05/2013
Mancini tripped up by European failures and tactical errors The end of Mancini mood music at Manchester City was sudden and unexpected, at least for the manager, and on the heels of a mind-numbing FA Cup final loss the… 14/05/2013
Manchester United victory parade turns city red Manchester United has marked its 20th league title and the retirement of manager Sir Alex Ferguson with a victory parade. Sir Alex and the team made their… 14/05/2013
UK: Conservatives to publish draft EU referendum bill Britain’s ruling Conservatives are expected to unveil a draft bill that could make Prime Minister David Cameron’s promise of a referendum on the country’s … 14/05/2013
Sir Alex Ferguson says goodbye Sir Alex Ferguson bid an emotional farewell to Manchester United fans as the team played their last home match with him at the helm on Sunday. After… 13/05/2013
UK ministers say they would back an EU exit British Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has said that he would vote for the UK to the leave the EU – if a referendum was held now. But he added that prime… 13/05/2013
The stewardess with a beard? It’s Richard Branson Passengers aboard an Air Asia flight from Perth to Kuala Lumpur were surprisesed to see the founder and chairman of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson, as part… 12/05/2013
Richard Branson dons skirt to honour betVirgin Group founder Richard Branson shaved his legs and dressed up as a stewardess during a flight from Australia to Malaysia after losing a bet with his… 12/05/2013
Following Ferguson: the tough task facing David Moyes When Sir Alex Ferguson announced his retirement on Wednesday it signalled the end of an era for premiership football. For over a quarter of a century the… 11/05/2013
UK and Russia put their differences aside on Syria At a meeting in the Black Sea resort of Sochi, UK Prime Minister David Cameron and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to work together towards a… 10/05/2013
Moyes appointed Man Utd manager David Moyes has been appointed the new manager of Manchester United after agreeing a six-year contract with the English Premier league champions starting July… 09/05/2013
Campaign highlights UK’s leading tax haven role UK Finance Minister George Osborne hosted the Global Investment Conference in London on Thursday, while the “Enough food for everyone if” campaign was… 09/05/2013
Rock roundup After decades of singing covers, Rod Stewart has released a new album of original material called “Time”. Rod Stewart said: “It was probably the longest… 09/05/2013
David Moyes named new Manchester United’s managerDavid Moyes has been appointed as manager of Manchester United on a six-year contract, the club announced on Thursday. Moyes is currently Everton’s manager… 09/05/2013
British football legends’ shock at Sir Alex retirement If Sir Alex’s intention was to be the main topic of dinner conversation then he timed his retirement announcement beautifully. On the day the 71-year-old… 08/05/2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: a life in footballFairytales do come true. Take Sir Alex Ferguson for example. From shipyard apprentice in Scotland to one of the most respected football coaches of all… 08/05/2013
Sir Alex to retire at end of season Sir Alex Ferguson announced on Wednesday he will step down at the end of this season ending one of the most successful managerial careers in professional… 08/05/2013
Top candidates for next Man U manager Sir Alex Ferguson is such an asset for Manchester United, that when the team floated on the New York stock exchange last year it warned clearly that, any… 08/05/2013
Queens, kings tread tight path in Europe Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, carries an aura of power even though her role is a ceremonial one. She is the constitutional monarch of 16… 08/05/2013
Prince Charles attends opening of UK parliament for first time in 17 years British monarch Queen Elizabeth II has given the traditional Queen’s Speech which opens a new parliamentary session. Seated on a throne, and alongside her… 08/05/2013
UK: traditional robes and modern woes – immigration dominates the Queen’s Speech Marking the beginning of a new parliamentary session, Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II will make her traditional speech from the House of Lords. The event… 08/05/2013
Ferguson retires from Manchester UnitedAfter 26 years as head coach of Manchester United, Sir Alex Ferguson has announced his retirement. Ferguson, 71, won the club 38 trophies, including 13 league… 08/05/2013
‘It is the right time’ to retire, says Ferguson After 26 years as head coach of Manchester United, Sir Alex Ferguson has announced his retirement. In his statement, Ferguson said: “The decision to… 08/05/2013
Senior British Conservative calls for EU exitBritain would be better off economically if it left the European Union, according to Nigel Lawson, the man who ran the country’s finances between 1983 and… 07/05/2013
Top British MP arrested over alleged rape Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons, Nigel Evans has been released on bail after his arrest for alleged rape and sexual assault on two men. The victims… 04/05/2013
Farage revels in UKIP’s success in local polls The leader of Britain’s anti-European Union party Nigel Farage claims he and his colleagues have changed the face of politics in the country. Local… 04/05/2013
UK child sex scandal widens as veteran TV presenter admits guiltBBC presenter Stuart Hall has admitted to 14 charges of indecent assault and is due to be sentenced in June. His 13 victims include a nine-year-old… 03/05/2013
Healthy UK services sector raises recovery optimism Britain’s dominant services sector has recorded its strongest growth since last summer’s Olympics. Surveys of businesses show that in April services – which… 03/05/2013
British conman jailed for selling fake bomb detectorsA British man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by a London court for selling more than £55 million (65€m) worth of fake bomb detectors. Jim… 03/05/2013
UK PM Cameron ponders UKIP threat after local electionsBritish Prime Minister David Cameron may have some tough choices to make ahead of the 2015 general election. The strong performance of the UK Independence… 03/05/2013
Chelsea and Benfica through to Europa League final Cheslea qualified for the final of the Europa league on Thursday following a 3-1 win over Swiss side Basel in the second leg at Stamford Bridge. Fernando… 02/05/2013
Show me the money – British overseas territories deal Tax havens such as Bermuda, the Cayman Islands and the British Virgin Islands are to work more closely with the UK and other European countries to fight tax… 02/05/2013
Conman jailed in fake bomb detector scandal Millionaire businessman James McCormick has been sentenced to ten years in jail in Britain for selling fake bomb detectors to countries including Iraq… 02/05/2013
Europa League semi-finals Outgoing European Champions Chelsea host Swiss champions Basel in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final on Thursday. The Londoners – who were… 01/05/2013
Churchill Daimler up for auction A 1939 Daimler used by the former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill is being auctioned on ebay. One of only eight built at the time, it is the last… 29/04/2013
British campaigners call for ban on bee harming pesticides A busy group of bee campaigners were joined by British fashion designers Vivienne Westwood and Katharine Hamnett outside the houses of parliament on… 27/04/2013
Skunk Anansie ‘unplugged’ For 20 years they have been known for heavy rock riffs, thick bass and politically charged lyrics, penned by one of the most iconic women in rock. But… 26/04/2013
Yarnbombers get prepared for the next G8 summitA woman known as Purl 6, 31, originally part of a group of ‘yarnbombers’ poses in Northern Ireland. The group is planning to target the June 17-18 G8 summit… 26/04/2013
The ‘Special One’ back to the Blues?According to Bild, the time has come for Jose Mourinho’s return to Premier League side Chelsea. The German newspaper reports that the “Special One” will… 25/04/2013
Britain avoids recession Britain’s economy dodged a return to recession and grew faster than expected in the first three months of this year. That provides some political relief for… 25/04/2013
British Airways order won by Airbus International Airlines Group – the parent company of British Airways and Iberia – has unveiled firm orders for 18 Airbus A350 long-haul jets for BA, with… 23/04/2013
United celebrate their 20th in style Manchester United are the English champions for the 20th time after their demolition of relegation-threatened Aston Villa 3-0 on Monday night. Robin van… 22/04/2013
Duchess of Cambridge at Queen’s Scout parade – nocomment The Duchess of Cambridge attends the Queen’s Scout Award parade at Windsor Castle which honours the high achievements of hundreds of youngsters. 21/04/2013
Extra security as London marathon goes ahead Hundreds of extra police officers are on duty at the London Marathon following the Boston bombings. More than 35,000 runners will pound the streets of… 21/04/2013
UK stripped of AAA rating by Fitch Britain’s credit standing has suffered a further blow after Fitch became the second international agency to strip the country of its AAA rating. Citing a… 19/04/2013
Tributes as Pink Floyd graphic artist dies Graphic artist Storm Thorgerson, who produced the famous design of light through a prism for Pink Floyd’s 1973 album “Dark Side Of The Moon” has died at the… 19/04/2013
British insurer Aviva cuts 2,000 jobs Aviva has confirmed it will cut as many as 2,000 jobs worldwide over the next six months – six percent of its workforce. It is the latest cost reduction… 18/04/2013
Thatcher ‘tested her ideas’ The Thatcher years in Downing Street were ones of great social and economic change. While politicians are often praised for seeking consensus she is often… 17/04/2013
Thatcher “one of us” in St Paul’s The funeral of Margaret Thatcher, Britain’s longest-serving prime minister of the 20th century, and the one and only woman to have held the job, has made her… 17/04/2013
Anti-Thatcherites turn their back on Iron Lady’s coffin The Thatcher coffin was generally greeted with applause and even cheers along the route, but not everyone was there to laud her achievements. The divisions… 17/04/2013
Thatcher funeral held in London The funeral at St Paul’s Cathedral of Britain’s longest-serving prime minister of the 20th century, and its one and only woman premier, Margaret Thatcher has… 17/04/2013
Thatcher’s ‘Iron’ stance towards Europe Britain’s first female prime minister had a prickly relationship with Europe during her eleven years in Downing Street. But it hadn’t always been that… 17/04/2013
Britain says farewell to the Iron Lady The funeral is taking place at London’s St Paul’s Cathedral for the former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Thousands of people lined the streets… 17/04/2013
A preview of Thatcher’s funeral at dress rehearsal in London A practice run for Margaret Thatcher’s funeral has taken place in London. The mock procession made its way towards St Paul’s Cathedral from St Clement… 15/04/2013
We can’t take it anymore It is estimated that up to 70 percent of women are the victims of violence at some point in their lives. It is a massive problem that governments are… 15/04/2013
Men urged to speak out against violenceHelp organisations that deal with victims of violence against women say it is crucial that more men speak out against the problem and get involved in changing… 15/04/2013
Ding Dong Thatcher song fails to reach number one A Wizard of Oz song at the centre of an online campaign by opponents of the late British prime minister, Margaret Thatcher, has failed to make the number one… 15/04/2013
Thatcher opponents await ‘Ding Dong!’ fate in UK music chart A bizarre subplot has been growing alongside the past week’s many tributes, condemnations and memories following the death of the former British Prime… 14/04/2013
Premier League to introduce goalline technology Disputes over whether or not the ball has crossed the line in English Premier League matches will be a thing of the past starting next season. All 20… 11/04/2013
French cinema: conversations in a kitchen As French stars invaded London for the festival Rendez-vous with French Cinema, euronews spoke to the darling of both British and French cinemas, Kristin… 11/04/2013
G8 foreign ministers talk Syria and the Korean peninsula in London Syria and the crisis on the Korean peninsula are set to dominate the G8 meeting of foreign ministers in London. British Foreign Minister William Hague… 11/04/2013
Syria and North Korea top G8 agenda in London The crises in Syria and North Korea are set to be top the agenda at a pre-G8 summit meeting in London on Wednesday and Thursday. British Foreign Secretary… 11/04/2013
British “test-tube baby” pioneer Robert Edwards dies Robert Edwards, the so-called father of “test-tube babies” has died. He was 87. The British scientist, who won the Nobel medicine prize for his work in 2010… 10/04/2013
Tributes paid to Margaret Thatcher in British parliament The UK parliament has held a special session to pay tribute to the life and political legacy of Margaret Thatcher. The former British prime minister, was… 10/04/2013
British parliament pays special tribute to Margaret Thatcher Tributes have been paid to the life and legacy of Margaret Thatcher in a special session of Britain’s parliament. The Conservative leader and Prime Minister… 10/04/2013
British Parliament recalled to debate Thatcher’s legacy The British Parliament is to reconvene as MPs and peers are recalled to Westminister from their Easter recess to debate the legacy of the late Margaret… 10/04/2013
Did Thatcher sow the seeds for today’s crisis? Margaret Thatcher’s supporters say much of what she did in the 1980s has relevance for today’s moribund European economy. They point out she turned around a… 09/04/2013
Tory MEP recalls Thatcher’s tussles with Brussels In opposition, Margaret Thatcher campaigned for the UK to remain in the European Community, the precursor to the EU. But once in office, the Iron Lady… 09/04/2013
The Iron Lady lives on The death of Margaret Thatcher has reignited interest in the biopic “The Iron Lady”. The film, made in 2011, was directed by Phyllida Law and starred Meryl… 09/04/2013
Thatcher’s funeral set for April 17 The funeral of Margaret Thatcher will be held next week on Wednesday April 17. There have been some calls for Lady Thatcher to be given a state funeral but… 09/04/2013
Songs for an ‘Iron Lady’The Iron Lady – as Margaret Thatcher was known – found herself the subject of many lyrics and songs over the years, from Morrissey to raps about the 1981… 09/04/2013
Joy not grief as those opposed to Thatcher celebrate her death Champagne corks popped in Glasgow as hundreds gathered to celebrate the death of Margaret Thatcher. Similar outbursts of joy broke out in Liverpool, Brixton… 09/04/2013
Britons pay their respects as Thatcher’s body leaves the Ritz The body of the late Baroness Thatcher has now been moved from London’s Ritz Hotel, where she spent her final days before dying at the age of 87. The first… 09/04/2013
Falkland reactions to Thatcher death The death of former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher draws attention to a place many consider pivotal to her role as premier – the Falkland Islands… 09/04/2013
Thatcher’s legacy divides in life and death The death of Margaret Thatcher was cause to celebrate for thousands in Britain who recall her rule as the main reason for social unrest in the 1980s. Such… 08/04/2013
Europe’s elder statesmen pay homage to Thatcher A woman of her word and a woman who always perfectly presented – just some of the memories of Valery Giscard d’Estaing. Margaret Thatcher was like a… 08/04/2013
Cameron cuts short European trip and makes Downing Street tribute to Thatcher British Prime Minister David Cameron has paid tribute to Baroness Margaret Thatcher, the country’s longest-serving prime minister who died this morning… 08/04/2013
Floral tributes at Thatcher’s house Not all reactions to Baroness Thatcher’s death have been positive. Her economic and industrial policies of the 80s left deep scars that still exist… 08/04/2013
Still dividing opinion: reactions to the death of Margaret Thatcher Britain’s Prime Minister David Cameron has led tributes to Baroness Margaret Thatcher, who died on Monday following a stroke at the age of 87. Cameron cut… 08/04/2013
Margaret Thatcher: The Iron Lady who divided a nation In the 1960s, while the British feminist movement was burning its bras, Margaret Thatcher was challenging the gender barrier within the Conservative… 08/04/2013
Margaret Thatcher dies of a stroke aged 87 Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has died of a stroke at the age of 87. The news was broken by a family spokesperson. “It is with great… 08/04/2013
HBOS ‘colossal’ failure blamed on its bosses HBOS – the British bank that had to be bailed out with over thirty billion euros worth of taxpayers money – was so badly run it would have failed even without… 05/04/2013
Bailed out British bank was ‘accident waiting to happen’ A damning report about bailed-out British bank HBOS. The Parliamentary Commission on Banking Standards says it was so badly run it would have failed even… 05/04/2013
Manchester police make targeting ‘goths’ a hate crime Police in Manchester have become the first force in Britain to register offences against members of alternative sub-cultures as hate crimes. It follows the… 04/04/2013
UK’s Cameron says Trident needed as nuclear deterrent British Prime Minister David Cameron has warned that scrapping Trident, the UK’s submarine-based nuclear weapons system, would be “foolish” in the face of… 04/04/2013
Takeover denial hits Vodafone shares Vodafone’s shares fell on Wednesday after Verizon Communications ruled out a full takeover of the British based firm. The US telecommunications giant said… 03/04/2013
Di Canio talks football not politics In his first press conference as Sunderland coach Paolo Di Canio refused to be drawn on his colourful past political statements and gestures insisting he only… 02/04/2013
Kick the bottle!Players fight for the bottle during the bottle-kicking game in Hallaton, central England. The game is played between Hallaton and the neighbouring village of… 02/04/2013
UK Minister challenged to live on welfare money The UK Work and Pensions Secretary has been challenged to survive on the equivalent of 62 euros per week. That’s the amount of money received by a benefits… 02/04/2013
Paolo Di Canio: Leader of the Black Cats The appointment of self-proclaimed fascist Paolo Di Canio as coach of Sunderland late on Sunday has been met with a wave of mixed reactions. In 2005 Di… 01/04/2013
Ba gives Chelsea FA Cup win over Man UtdManchester United’s dream of a league and cup double ended after a Demba Ba strike gave Chelsea victory in the quarter-final replay of the English … 01/04/2013
Berezovsky inquest: suicide most likely British police say foul play cannot be completely ruled out in the death of Russian magnate Boris Berezovsky, but believe suicide was most likely the cause… 28/03/2013
UK banks capital hole not as big as feared Britain’s banks have been told they must raise 25 billion pounds – that’s 29.6 billion euros – in extra capital by the end of the year. The UK central bank… 27/03/2013
Welcome to the Punch British director Eran Creevy’s slick thriller ‘Welcome to the Punch’ stars Mark Strong as ex criminal Jacob Sternwood and James McAvoy as Max Lewinsky, the… 27/03/2013
UK govt stumbles again in Qatada deportation case The British government has had yet another legal setback in its long-running attempt to have the radical Muslim cleric Abu Qatada thrown out of the UK. In… 27/03/2013
