Boris Johnson called the use of imperial measurements “an ancient liberty” and pledged to bring them back after Brexit. The public didn’t want that, so the government settled for pint-size wine.
Tag: Politics and Government
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Jiang Ping, the ‘Conscience of China’s Legal World,’ Dies at 92
Mr. Jiang was removed from his university presidency after supporting pro-democracy protesters at Tiananmen Square. He remained a relentless advocate for rule of law.
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Tim Alberta on Why Evangelical Politics Was Ready for Trump
What primed some evangelical Christians to think in apocalyptic terms about America? Jane Coaston interviews Tim Alberta about Donald Trump, Covid and Christianity.
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Indian Envoy Hails Ties With Russia, Despite Western Pressure
India’s foreign minister is on a 5-day diplomatic trip to Moscow to reinforce economic and defense ties. But some signs of strain are showing.