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Withdrawal from the European Union

Scottish bass player Ben Ellis has performed with Iggy Pop for the past seven years with many concerts at festivals throughout Europe.

British musicians warn of devastating impact of new Brexit rules 

Since Jan. 1, when Britain formally left the European Union, musicians and crews can no longer travel freely through Europe while touring.

10 Downing Street is illuminated on Brexit day in London

With Brexit here, Poles in the UK wonder where home is

Brexit
Donald Trump and Boris Johnson sit next to each other.

Brexit might come at the price of the union, says Economist’s editor-in-chief

Business, Economics and Jobs
Delegates seated in the European Parliament

How the EU will vote and why it matters

Elections
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How do you market the UK in a time of Brexit?

A man with a top hat and UK flag draped around his shoulders holds anti-Brexit protest signs

5 reasons Americans ought to care about Brexit

Global Politics

It’s clear that Brexit will have far-reaching consequences for Britain, but what about America? Your imported Cadbury Creme Eggs could get more expensive, for one. From shopping to migration, here are a handful of reasons Americans ought to care about Brexit.

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Brexit: An ‘escape room’ with no escape

The decades-long relationship between the UK and the US, based on common values and similar views on global issues, has been weakened by President Donald Trump and will deteriorate further without a post-Brexit plan.

Prime Minister Theresa May sits down in Parliament with a grimace on her face

British lawmakers reject Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit deal

British lawmakers defeated Prime Minister Theresa May’s Brexit divorce deal by a crushing margin on Tuesday, triggering political upheaval that could lead to a disorderly exit from the EU or even to a reversal of the 2016 decision to leave.

an unmarked border between Ireland and Northern Ireland

Brexit uncertainties cause Irish border communities to fear the worst

Global Politics

Political and economic uncertainty over Britain’s decision to leave the European Union is making people on the Irish border fear for the island’s fragile peace

A woman in red turns around next to a line of men all in suits.

Britain to EU: ‘Engage with us now in seriousness’ on Brexit proposals

British Prime Minister Theresa May demanded new proposals and respect from European Union leaders on Friday, saying after a summit in Austria that talks had hit an impasse.