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3 charts show Shein's big leaps in a key market ahead of its IPO

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A girl unwraps a black Shein skirt
Shein and other fast-fashion companies have come under scrutiny for chemicals in their clothing.

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60 British slang words that will confuse anybody who didn't grow up in the UK

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Two tourist have their photo taken next to a traditional red telephone box in Westminster, London, Monday, March 23, 2020. The British government is encouraging people to practice social distancing to help prohibit the spread of Coronavirus, further restrictions may be imposed if the public do not adhere to their advice. For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough.

Ukrainian soldiers are being trained for bomb-dropping drones — with water balloons

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A man in camouflage clothing and a hat and with a green balaclava covering his face holds a grey drone in the air with grass and trees behind him
Ukrainian soldiers are learning drone warfare techniques from Western allies in a UK-led program.

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I spent $34 to upgrade to Eurostar's version of premium economy — a mediocre meal meant it was just about worth it

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A Eurostar passenger train arrives to enter the Channel Tunnel, operated by the company Eurotunnel, in Coquelles, northern France, on April 4, 2025.
A Eurostar train about to enter the Channel Tunnel in France.

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Drones in Ukraine show the way Western militaries are run is 'outdated,' UK warns

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A man in combat dress holds a large drone in the air as he walks over planks of wood over a trench
Drone operators of the 3rd Assault Brigade are seen working at positions near the frontline in the direction of Borova, Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine.

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I'm a first-generation American who moved to the UK. I don't plan on going back.

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A woman walking in front of the Household Cavalry Museum by St James's Park
Kasia Kovacs loves living in London, especially the history and culture.

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Apple is exploring a way to bring AI features to iPhones in China, report says

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Apple WWDC 2024
Apple started rolling out Apple Intelligence features in October.

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9 Christmas traditions in England that probably confuse Americans

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london soho christmas
Some people in the UK have different Christmas traditions than people in the US.

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Jaguar's rebranding rollout was either a 'brilliant' way to get attention — or a 'dangerous strategy.' Ad vets weigh in.

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The vision concept for a new blue jaguar viewed from the side.
Jaguar's concept car came after a controversial reveal of the brand's new image.

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Larry Ellison is investing up to $165 million to turn University of Oxford science research into products

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Larry Ellison
Larry Ellison, the cofounder of Oracle.

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