Let's see what kind of sandwich they are serving up:
"UK warns of aviation terror threat" by Associated Press / January 8, 2011
British transport authorities have warned aviation officials that Al Qaeda is considering an attack. A government security official, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue, said the heightened awareness came from increased “chatter’’ among suspects under surveillance by the authorities, but that no threat was imminent.
--more--"
Related: Terror plotters got tips on Web, officials say
I noticed "Al-CIA-Duh" always shows up just as the public hits the streets in Europe.
"Growing numbers of Americans enrolling at UK colleges; Rivaling US elites in prestige, schools offer big savings" by Daniel de Vise, Washington Post / December 22, 2010
WASHINGTON -- UK universities have emerged as a worthy consolation prize for students rebuffed from Ivy League schools with the prestige of elite US schools at a fraction of the cost....
Also see: No Safe Schools in Massachusetts
Makes you feel real good about your choice, doesn't it?
Like their US counterparts, public universities in Britain charge higher tuition to international students — in this case, those from outside the European Union.
A great many British students consider their subsidized tuition outrageously high. Violent protests have erupted over plans to raise domestic tuition, which will range up to about $14,000.
See: Broken Britain
It’s all relative.
What is an editorial comment doing in my news report?
To US applicants, even $20,000 tuition appears modest for a group of UK universities equal in global prestige to the best public and private universities at home....
And what is every college kid looking for?
the romance between Prince William and his fiancée, Kate Middleton....
Related: My Fair Middleton
Also see: Some royal wedding details emerge
--more--"
"New year brings sales tax increase for Britons; Move necessary to reduce deficit, government says" by Jane Wardell, Associated Press / January 5, 2011
LONDON — Britons are being slugged with a sales tax hike that is increasing the price of everything from beer to clothing....
Related: British pubs will soon relax pint regulations
Also see: Massachusetts Sales Tax Swindle
All so banks can get paid.
--more--"
Related: Britain bans forced retirement at 65 in a bid to lessen pension payouts
Because banks and wars need to be serviced first.
Also see: Bail denied for British murder suspect
British may let charities benefit at ATM
Google avoids fine, though it breached Britain’s privacy laws
Libel law reform sought in Britain