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September 23, 2024

Amid growing UK health care crisis, nearly 8 million patients are waiting for care, data shows

Experts are warning of a growing health care crisis in England, as millions of U.K. residents are waiting for medical attention. Dr. Marc Siegel says this is a warning sign for the U.S.

September 23, 2024

Hot travel spot could see new tourist tax as number of travelers increases

Officials in Scotland are discussing whether to implement a tourist tax in the Highlands as locals have seen an great uptick in visitors over recent years.

September 23, 2024

UK PM Keir Starmer in hot water for accepting freebies, insists he’s done nothing wrong

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has raised eyebrows for accepting donations in the form of clothes and other gifts from a wealthy businessman.

September 22, 2024

Man dies in freak accident involving frozen hamburgers: 'Difficult to hear'

A Welsh man died in a freak accident involving frozen burgers, according to a recent court hearing. The victim, Barry Griffiths, was 57 years old when he died in June 2023.

September 21, 2024

Victorian-era bar of chocolate to be sold at auction

A box of chocolate that dates to 1900 is part of a lot of items being auctioned in the United Kingdom on September 24. Also included are war medals and a note.

September 20, 2024

'Birthplace of bicycles' is run down and unsafe, according to local cyclists: 'So actively dangerous'

Cyclists in an area that's known for being the birthplace of the inventor of the bicycle are frustrated after years of local government allegedly ignoring poor cycling paths.

September 19, 2024

Archaeologists discover unique artwork in England dating back to the early 2nd century

During excavations of Wroxeter Roman City in Shropshire, England, a 'rare' mosaic depicting colorful fish and dolphins, dating back to the early 2nd century was found.

September 18, 2024

Rosetta Stone found in 1799, wasn’t used to decipher hieroglyphs for many years

The Rosetta Stone played a vital role in researchers deciphering hieroglyphics. It was found in 1799, but wasn't fully deciphered until many years later.

September 18, 2024

Man accidentally bites into pearl 'treasure' while eating dinner with fiancée and others

A rare pearl was spotted when a man was eating mussels at a restaurant in England with friends. The jewel was given to his fiancée as a memorable birthday gift.

September 16, 2024

Travelers will need 'permission' and a fee to visit United Kingdom as part of new digitized system

The United Kingdom will require all tourists to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization before visiting the country to seek permission as well as a fee of about $13.