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UK Decides British Companies Can No Longer Buy From Huawei
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
The UK government has decided that British telecom companies can no longer buy equipment from Huawei, the controversial Chinese telecom giant, for development of 5G beginning next year.
Pandemic Has Many Europeans Turning To Bikes For Transportation
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
As thousands of Europeans turn to bicycling during the coronavirus crisis, our correspondents in Paris and London report on how those two cities have responded to the new demand.
Britain Announces A $2 Billion Rescue Package For The Arts
Monday, July 06, 2020
The package, announced Sunday, includes grants and loans that theaters, museums, live music venues and others can use to pay salaries and maintenance costs as they try to survive during the pandemic.
Britain Unveils Aid Package For Cultural Venues Like Theaters
Monday, July 06, 2020
The British government has announced it would provide a major monetary lifeline to theaters, arts and music venues, independent cinemas, and heritage sites hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
As U.K. Brings Coronavirus Infection Rate Down, Pubs Cautiously Reopen
Saturday, July 04, 2020
After months under lockdown, thousands of pubs in England opened on Saturday. Beer drinkers are calling it their own "Independence Day," but health experts worry it could spread the coronavirus.
A Look At How Europe Is Getting Back To 'Normal' After Coronavirus Lockdowns
Friday, July 03, 2020
NPR's correspondents in Paris, London and Berlin update on how the pandemic is affecting life in Europe.
U.K. Universities, Including Cambridge, To Welcome Students Back In The Fall
Monday, June 29, 2020
Britain's Cambridge University plans to teach large lectures online, but will hold seminars and tutorials in person with social distancing — in the aim that everyone will come to campus.
Far-Right Demonstrators Defend The Monuments Of People With Racist Past In U.K.
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
The attempts to remove statues of people with a slaving or racist past in the U.K. have led to political leaders, nationalists and some far-right groups defending the monuments.
Violence Breaks Out At London and Paris Protests For Racial Equality
Sunday, June 14, 2020
Far-right protesters came out in London and Paris yesterday - violently clashing in London with those who've been protesting against police brutality and racism.
In UK, Police Response To Protests For Racial Equality Is Markedly Different
Saturday, June 13, 2020
Police in Britain have been dealing with mass protests following the death of George Floyd. However, the way UK police manage demonstrations greatly differs from their American counterparts.
How A U.S. Police Killing Triggered The Toppling Of Statues In U.K. And Belgium
Tuesday, June 09, 2020
The widespread protests sparked by George Floyd's killing are reverberating in Europe, leading to the removal of two statues in the United Kingdom and one in Belgium tied to racist, colonial legacies.
U.K. Protesters Topple Slave Trader Statue During Anti-Racism Protests
Monday, June 08, 2020
In Bristol, England, protesters demonstrating against racism and police brutality pulled down the statue of Edward Colston, a prominent 17th century slave trader and dumped it in the harbor.
Demonstrators In London Gather To Denounce Police Brutality In The U.S.
Wednesday, June 03, 2020
Demonstrators have gathered in London's Hyde Park Wednesday evening to protest the killing of George Floyd and denounce police brutality in the United States.
U.K. Rallies In Support Of U.S. Protests Over Death Of George Floyd
Wednesday, June 03, 2020
Britons rally in London's Hyde Park to protest the killing of Floyd George and other Americans who have died at the hands of police.
People Of Color In U.K. Disproportionately Affected By COVID-19
Sunday, May 31, 2020
Official statistics in the United Kingdom show that people of color in there are much more likley to die from COVID-19 than the rest of the population. Health officials are trying to figure out why.
U.K.-China Relations Take A Hit Over Security Measure For Hong Kong
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Relations between the United Kingdom and China were on an upswing for many years. But now, Chinese assertiveness and disinformation have soured relations in the era of the coronavirus.
Aide For U.K. Prime Minister Criticized For Traveling During Lockdown
Monday, May 25, 2020
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised his top aide who is accused of violating quarantine rules by leaving London and driving to northern England while he was infected with COVID-19.
The History Of Hong Kong Rejoining China
Friday, May 22, 2020
China plans to enact national security legislation for Hong Kong that would put an end to free speech and political freedoms guaranteed to the city when it was handed back to China in 1997.
1 In 5 Adults In England Think The Coronavirus Is A Hoax
Friday, May 22, 2020
Oxford research has found conspiracy theories about the virus gaining ground.
How The Coronavirus Has Strained U.K.-China Ties
Friday, May 22, 2020
Political analysts say China's growing assertiveness and its recent coronavirus disinformation campaign have soured relations and encouraged the British government to reconsider its China policy.