Media Coverage Of Close U.K. Elections Finds Much To Mock
The country votes in what could be the closest elections in decades. Some of the political coverage is decidedly more colorful than in the U.S.
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WATCH: The Guardian's U.K. Election Primer For Non-Brits
The parliamentary system can seem complicated on this side of the pond. Luckily The Guardian gets that and explains a hung parliament and what the queen has to do with all this.
Britons Cast Ballots In Tightest Race In Decades
Polls indicate that neither Prime Minister David Cameron's Conservative Party nor Ed Miliband's opposition Labour Party has a clear lead. That means minority parties will be influential.
New British Princess Is Given A Name
Born over the weekend, the baby girl weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and is fourth in line for the British throne.
The Unpopularity Contest For Britain's Next Prime Minister
British voters go to the polls on Thursday to elect the next prime minister. But while David Cameron or Ed Miliband will win the election contest, neither is likely to win a popularity contest.
A Novel Dutch Lawsuit Demands Government Cut Carbon Emissions
An environmental group is behind the class-action suit that says the government is not doing enough to protect citizens. A ruling in the closely watched case is expected next month.
Couple Rescues Migrants Trying To Reach Europe On Overpacked Boats
David Greene talks to Christopher Catrambone, who, along with his wife, spent $8 million to buy and re-fit a 146-foot ship to save migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean into Europe.
London's Dominance Becomes A British Election Issue
London completely dominates the political, cultural and economic life of the U.K. to an extent rarely seen elsewhere. That imbalance has been an issue in the run-up to Thursday's election.
New French Rules Would Expand Surveillance Of Terrorism Suspects
Lawmakers in the lower house of Parliament voted overwhelmingly to approve the measure. The legislation, which must still be approved by the country's Senate, has been criticized as highly intrusive.
Relentless Flow Of Migrants Causes Alarm In Italy
In just four days, some 7,000 migrants on dozens of flimsy vessels were rescued from the Mediterranean Sea. Italian authorities are scrambling to find shelters for them.