Britain

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The markets saw a significant decline in the effective interest rates paid by European governments, including in Britain.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

In early 17th-century Britain, “fund” meant a source of goods or store of supply; it also meant the bottom or lowest part of something.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The disgraced rapper had submitted Monday an application to travel to Britain, but it was refused on the grounds that his presence would not be conducive to the public good, a UK government source confirmed.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Bruce's catch is sold at auction in Peterhead before being transported around Britain and abroad.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

As the war began, France, Britain, Belgium, and Russia became known as the Allies.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman