Stephen Beard
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A whiff of history – recreating some of Europe’s most evocative smells
European scientists are compiling an archive of unusual and historically significant odors dating back 400 years. → Read More
Is this the end of the road for the internal combustion engine in the U.K.?
Some automotive enthusiasts, and the public, are not sure the electric transportation revolution will be complete by then. → Read More
London’s street performers face a crackdown
A local authority is proposing to curb street entertainment in the British capital. Performers say a vital visitor attraction — and historic part of London's culture — could be destroyed. → Read More
Agatha Christie mysteries are still raking in the cash a century on
The writer’s first detective novel was published 100 years ago in October. Her books still sell in the millions every year. → Read More
As Europe emerges from lockdown, drive-in movies spring up
Social distancing is much easier to achieve in a parking lot. → Read More
UK universities will lose billions if pandemic keeps foreign students away
They contribute large shares of academic sector's revenue, but large numbers of them may not enroll due to the pandemic. → Read More
COVID-19 puts strain on Britain's relationship with China-
U.K. leaders are especially angry about Beijing's failure to report the outbreak, though the two nations have ties in energy and telecom. → Read More
British textiles get an unexpected boost from COVID-19
After the coronavirus lockdown in China, British clothing retailers turn back to British manufacturers. → Read More
Jobless Brits urged to 'pick for Britain' as COVID-19 blocks foreign farmworkers
Students and the unemployed are asked to help harvest crops that could go to waste. → Read More
Trump may give an unintended boost to English whisky
The president's threat to impose tariffs on Scotch and Irish whiskies could benefit the little known English variety. → Read More
Could Italy dump the euro for the "mini-BOT"?
A proposed Italian government bond could turn into a parallel currency -- and replace the euro. → Read More
Church of England crusades against climate change
The church is wielding its considerable financial clout in a bid to make companies review their practices with respect to carbon emissions. → Read More
Voting begins to determine future of European Union
A clash between rival visions for the EU serves as the backdrop for voters. → Read More
Is Britain's fast train project worth the investment?
Rocketing cost projections are scaring off some observers. → Read More
Is Britain's fast train project worth the investment?
Rocketing cost projections are scaring off some observers. → Read More
The London choir singing out against Brexit
Raised Voices sings its opposition. → Read More
Could Brexit break Britain's ceramics industry?
Ceramics businesses in Stoke-on-Trent are fearful. → Read More
As Brexit approaches, some Brits are stocking up
Concerns over possible shortages have some Britons preparing for the worst. → Read More
Does the Northern Ireland border stand in the way of Brexit?
Ireland and the EU say the border needs to remain open or paramilitary violence will resume. Brexiteers say that's nonsense. → Read More
In Dry January, high demand for low-alcohol drinks
British consumers are increasingly drawn to alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. → Read More