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UK Approves a 'Mega' Chinese Embassy in London

UK approves a ‘mega’ Chinese Embassy in London, despite criticism of security risks

Britain’s government on Tuesday approved a huge new Chinese Embassy in central London, despite strong criticism from lawmakers across the political spectrum that it could become a base for espionage a...

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Plans for huge Chinese embassy in London approved by government

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Britain Approves Contentious Chinese Mega-Embassy in London

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How China's Plan to Build a New Embassy in London Became a Seven-Year Diplomatic Struggle

Britain has approved construction of a new Chinese embassy in London ‌after stalling the decision for seven years over planning disputes and ‌a diplomatic standoff that has complicated efforts to rep...

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Chinese mega-embassy in London approved by government after debate over security risks

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UK approves China plan for mega embassy in London despite spy fears

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They called the Tower of London a palace while it functioned as a death sentence

The Tower of London functioned as more than a royal residence. It held prisoners, oversaw executions, and enforced authority through fear. Many who entered never left alive. The hauntings reflected the cost of power exercised without mercy.

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The Tower of London's hidden World War Two history

The Tower of London, one of London's most iconic landmarks, played a significant role during and after World War Two, including as a barracks, a prisoner of war centre, and even an allotment. It was later home to members of the Home Guard, established in ...

Artnet

Tower of London Could Lose Its UNESCO World Heritage Status

In folklore, it’s said the Tower of London will fall if its flock of ravens fly away. In reality, the former royal residence is at risk from the City of London Corporation’s (CLC) ambitious plans to redevelop the Square Mile, the historic financial ...

Men's Journal

Archaeologists Are Unearthing the Tower of London's Secrets

The stone fortress was built by William the Conqueror in the 1070s to guard his power and houses the crown jewels. The tower is steeped in tragic history. “Kings and queens imprisoned their rivals and enemies within its walls,” according to Historic ...

PBS

Historian Dan Jones visits the Tower of London. Dan Jones explores one of the oldest and most fearsome castles ever built: the Tower of London. The Tower is an iconic fortress, synonymous with incarceration, rebellion and bloody executions. And its world ...

People

King Charles Is Keeping Close Tabs on These Famous Animals Living at Tower of London

The monarch checks up "regularly" on the guardians of the Tower, just like Queen Elizabeth did Janine Henni is a Royals Staff Writer for PEOPLE Digital, covering modern monarchies and the world's most famous families. Like Queen Elizabeth, she loves horses ...