UK

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It called the design, which allows the eye of the JRR Tolkien villain Sauron to be seen on some of the 50p collectables, "a UK coinage first".

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In his resignation speech to MPs, he said it represented an "existential threat" to the future of the UK.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle said: "At a time of increased instability, today's announcement sends a clear signal of confidence – giving UK exporters the certainty they need to plan ahead."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

UK Sport said it might withdraw funding from any athletes signing up.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In the televised debates between party leaders ahead of the 2010 elections in the UK, incumbent Prime Minister Gordon Brown made the mistake of choosing the wrong tense, and was punished for it.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith