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In the early nineties, the British indie band Heavenly struck out in pursuit of the most infectious guitar-pop melody.
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Hilton Als, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
During his life, Bambaataa scored 16 entries on the British charts, a sign of how his music found greater acceptance in Europe than the States.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
The couple stepped back in 2020, citing unbearable intrusions by the British press and a lack of support from the palace.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has been supporting the British family in the wake of Wates' tragic death.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
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Hilton Als, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2026
During his life, Bambaataa scored 16 entries on the British charts, a sign of how his music found greater acceptance in Europe than the States.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026
The couple stepped back in 2020, citing unbearable intrusions by the British press and a lack of support from the palace.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has been supporting the British family in the wake of Wates' tragic death.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
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“The British.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20British. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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