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Tshifhiwa Matodzi (left) Andile Ramavhunga. (Mduduzi Ndzingi/Sowetan/Gallo Images)
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Bell tolls for Big Ben as four-year silence begins

The atmosphere was sombre as the hour chimes heralded the final bongs.

  • Robin Millard
4 min read
Britain’s economy will lose about £22 billion ($29 billion, 24 billion euros) this year on the coronavirus-induced collapse of global travel, which could imperil three million jobs, an industry body forecast Wednesday.
AFP

Big Ben to be renamed after Queen Elizabeth

The landmark Big Ben tower adjoining the Houses of Parliament will be renamed "Elizabeth Tower" to mark Queen Elizabeth’s 60th year on the throne.

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read