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BIZARRE: The tower of london fac - What They Never Told You

China's controversial super-embassy in London gets go-ahead despite warning security risks cannot be avoided

Local Government Secretary Steve Reed approved the proposals for the complex at Royal Mint Court, opposite the Tower of London

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Government faces 'embarrassing and potentially catastrophic' legal challenge if it approves China super-embassy

Critics argue the controversial embassy near the Tower of London could be used for Chinese espionage

Evening Standard

Met terror police review allegations over new Chinese super-embassy in London

China’s controversial plans to build a mega-embassy next to the Tower of London are expected to be approved by ministers this month

Evening Standard

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Protesters arrested after smearing custard and crumble on Crown Jewels case at Tower of London

Four protesters have been arrested after splattering food on the case of a diamond-encrusted crown at the Tower of London

The Independent UK

Tower of London reopens after apple crumble thrown at crown jewels display

Four people arrested after civil-resistance group Take Back Power protest against inequality in the UK

The Guardian - UK

Protesters ‘throw crumble and custard’ at Crown Jewels display case in Tower of London stunt

Take Back Power, which says it campaigns for higher taxes on the wealthy, claimed it was behind the act

The Independent UK

China slams UK for delaying decision again on massive new London mega embassy

The proposed structure at Royal Mint Court, near the Tower of London, would be the largest embassy in Europe, covering 20,000 square metres.

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Which side do you wear a poppy on and what are different coloured poppies for?

Remembrance Sunday is fast approaching and it's time to wear your poppy with pride

Woman & Home

Chinese embassy decision will consider ‘all relevant issues’, says minister

The Joint Committee on National Security Strategy had urged Steve Reed to reject Beijing’s plans to build a new embassy near the Tower of London.

Evening Standard

UK 'Princes In The Tower' Murder Probe Clears Richard III

It is one of history's most intriguing "murders" -- the mysterious disappearance over five centuries ago of two young princes from the Tower of London.

International Business Times

The Princes in the Tower: Has Richard III historian finally solved the 500-year-old mystery?

It is perhaps the greatest of all cold cases: who was responsible for the death of the two Princes in the Tower?

The Independent UK

Queen praises ‘beautiful’ poppy display at Tower of London

The new installation features 30,000 ceramic poppies from the 2014 Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red artwork.

Evening Standard

Blood-red poppies pour over the Tower of London to mark 80 years since end of Second World War

Nearly 30,000 ceramic poppies have returned to the iconic fortress in a powerful new installation

Evening Standard

Mysterious portrait could be of ‘Nine Days Queen’ Lady Jane Grey – analysis

Lady Jane was executed on Tower Green at the Tower of London on February 12 1554 at the age of 17.

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Embassy Plans Add To UK Headaches In Resetting China Ties

As Britain's new Labour government bids to reset long-fraught ties with China amid a suspected spy scandal, another issue could mar relations: Beijing's controversial plans to open the largest embassy in the UK. China has for several years been trying to relocate its embassy, currently in the British capital's upmarket…

The Guardian - UK

16th-century graffiti of Tower of London prisoners decoded for first time

Once listed as ‘illegible’, the words of inmates held in bleak fortress are revealed by latest technology

Evening Standard

Rare Wallace letter to go on display for five hours on St Andrew’s Day

The letter was discovered in the Tower of London in the 1830s.

The Guardian - UK

Stephen Bond obituary

Other lives: Heritage practitioner who managed conservation projects at Hampton Court Palace and the Tower of London

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At Tower Of London, Survival Of UK In Hands Of New Ravenmaster

As a marine commando, Michael Chandler knew all about daunting missions, but in his new role of Ravenmaster at the Tower of London, legend would have it that the survival of the United Kingdom now rests in his hands.

Evening Standard

Unesco to probe impact of high-rise developments on the Tower of London

Historic England has said plans to build tall buildings in the city represent a ‘real threat to the World Heritage Site status of the Tower of London’

Evening Standard

OPINION - Tower of London: Ravens, Beefeaters and more — the story of London's iconic castle

Ask a visitor to name a building or monument that defines London, and you will inevitably end up with a shortlist that includes Nelson’s Column, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge… and its namesake, the Tower of London.

The Guardian - UK

Dream Xi’an, London EC3: ‘I challenge you to find a nicer way to spend a couple of hours near the Tower of London’ – restaurant review

I have yet to leave any of Guirong Wei’s places not delightedly flecked with umami, sweet, hot and vinegary sauces

Evening Standard

Cost of London attractions soars well above inflation in 50 years, Which study finds

The Tower of London, Kew Gardens and London Zoo have all soared dramatically in price since 1974

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Meet England's New Ravenmaster At The Tower Of London

Meet Michael Chandler, the new ravenmaster at the Tower of London, upholding a centuries-old tradition to protect England's fate.

Evening Standard

London heroes: TfL staff, firefighters and charity workers awarded British Empire Medal

British Empire Medals were given out at a ceremony at the Tower of London

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