Stephen Fry has been knighted in the U.K.'s annual New Year Honors list, while Carey Mulligan and Sarah Lancashire have been ...

Beloved British actress Carmen Munroe - who played Shirley Ambrose in the 1980s sitcom Desmond - is set to be honoured as a ...

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The British Empire began in the late 1500s under Queen Elizabeth I. By 1913 the empire had grown to rule over 400 million people, making it the largest empire in history. British government and ...

Unfortunately, it continues to be devalued by the award of honours to people who don’t deserve one. An honour should be given ...

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Mearns was recognized for a remarkable career “defined by curiosity, courage, honour, and a relentless drive to uncover the ...

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Comedian and presenter named in King's New Years Honour List for his work at mental health charity; others get awards for ...

Bolaji Sofoluwe, a celebrated British-Nigerian business leader, investor, and entrepreneur, has been awarded the Member of ...