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Royals take a sunny stroll in Aussie whistlestop tour

King Charles and Queen Camilla are about to start a busy program of official events across two cities over the course of three days.

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Ascot gears up for Britain’s richest day at races with £4m on offer

Champions Day will not have the pulling power of Frankie Dettori’s farewell last year but the signs are the buzz still lingers

The Guardian - UK

New Zealand land major blow to Britain’s hopes of historic America’s Cup comeback

Ineos Britannia had won twice on Wednesday to close the gap, but were second best in testing conditions

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How Britain’s ‘brown babies’ were hidden away: the secret history of the first mixed race orphanage

At least 2,000 babies were born to Black GIs stationed in Britain during the second world war and a home was created for some of them: Holnicote House in Somerset. Those who grew up there are now telling their stories

The Guardian - UK

During the American Revolution, Brits weren’t just facing off against white Protestant Christians − US patriots are diverse and have been since Day 1

In 1770, Barnard Gratz of Philadelphia wrote to a friend complaining about a recent speech by King George III. Gratz, an American patriot, wrote that the speech “was such narishkeit” that it was “not worth the postage.”

The Conversation

Baby Dies, 65 Rescued As Migrant Boat Sinks Off France

A baby died when an overloaded migrant boat headed for Britain sank in the Channel off the coast of France in the latest tragedy involving asylum seekers, French authorities said on Friday.

International Business Times

Baby dies after migrant boat capsizes in new English channel tragedy

The migrant boat got into difficulties off the coast of Wissant in northern Franc

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Does France really make the best bread in the world? As a baker, I’d say … maybe not

Living in Marseille, I see how bread is a source of daily joy – but the reality of French bakery is not as charming as it seems, says baker Lizzie Parle

The Guardian - UK

UK Foreign Secretary Lammy says engagement with China is necessary at start of 2-day visit

Britain’s foreign secretary has called engagement with China “pragmatic and necessary” as he makes the first visit to the country by a Cabinet member from the Labor government that took control in July

The Independent UK

Britain's Lammy In China To 'Challenge' Beijing On Russia Support

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy will meet his counterpart Wang Yi and other top officials in Beijing on Friday to "challenge" China on sensitive issues like Russia's war in Ukraine, as the two countries seek to rebuild frayed ties.

International Business Times

British Racing Attendances Falling Behind, Says Qatar Racing's Manager

British Champions Day at Ascot on Saturday is expected to attract more than 28,000 spectators but overall attendance in Britain is "off the pace" compared to the growth in the United States and Australia, David Redvers, the racing manager to Qatar Racing, told AFP. Qatar Racing's Sheikh Fahad Al Thani…

International Business Times

'We came out swinging' - Great Britain make sensational catch to win team pursuit gold at World Championships

Women’s squad successfully defend title on day two, while men’s team win silver

Cycling Weekly

Sir Ben Ainslie wants Britain to maintain momentum in America’s Cup

Ineos Britannia won both races in Barcelona on Wednesday to close the gap on back down to two points

The Independent UK

Will Great British Energy herald UK’s green revolution?

National energy company, which launched this week, is Labour’s strategy to end dependence on fossil fuels

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Hike in capital gains tax will spark tech exodus from UK, investor says

Harry Stebbings says tax rules make Britain ‘a bad place to do business’ as he warns of entrepreneurs leaving

The Independent UK

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to visit China in an attempt to reset frosty relations

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is making his first trip to China in office this week in an attempt to reset the U.K.’s ties with Beijing and seek “pragmatic engagement” despite human rights and other concerns

International Business Times UK

Britain's Millionaire Exodus: Labour's Tax Plans Are Pushing The Rich Out To Greece, Italy And Ireland

UK millionaires are expediting plans to leave the country as fears grow that Labour may announce capital gains tax hikes and an "exit levy" for those leaving.

Fortune

Unemployed Brits will receive free Ozempic-style weight-loss shots to help them get jobs

Britain has apparently found a solution to the global unemployment crisis: Weight loss shots.

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Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan in visa push for young Europeans to fill jobs in London in post-Brexit scheme

The London Mayor has led calls for ties between Britain and the EU to be rebuilt

The Conversation

The UK’s new industrial strategy is welcome, but here’s what is missing

The UK government’s plan to create a new industrial strategy is a welcome attempt to steer Britain’s economy through the challenges of the 21st century. Amid a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, a clear focus on achieving growth is essential.

Autosport

Magazine: The cost of being an F1 fan

We reveal the cost of being a Formula 1 fan in this week’s Autosport magazine, out today (17 October).How much does it cost to follow F1 in 2024? It’s a complicated question with multiple variables, including where you live and how you like to enjoy your sport, but it’s one…

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: At last, we reach mainland Britain’s most westerly point

Ardnamurchan, Western Highlands: A previous attempt had been thwarted by coastal geography, but finally Ardnamurchan lighthouse heaves into view

The Guardian - UK

‘A triumph’: London’s £19bn Elizabeth line is named best new architecture in Britain

With its futuristic panels, airy tunnels and elegantly unified design, the 73-mile addition to the tube is a worthy winner of the prestigious Stirling prize – and puts the rest of the creaking, sooty network to shame

The Independent UK

Great Britain storm to women’s team sprint gold at Cycling World Championships

The trio defeated the Netherlands with a time of 45.949 in Ballerup, Denmark.

Evening Standard

Great Britain win twice to cut America's Cup deficit as Sir Ben Ainslie declares comeback is on

The best-of-seven series is still firmly alive

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