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Wednesday

Britain's Theresa May Had To Give A Major Speech. It Didn't Go Well

Comedian Simon Brodkin, also known as Lee Nelson, hands Prime Minister Theresa May a P45 form — the equivalent of a pink slip — during her speech at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester. Carl Court/Getty Images hide caption

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Britain's Theresa May Had To Give A Major Speech. It Didn't Go Well

Many things went wrong during the prime minister's speech in Manchester on Wednesday: She had coughing fits, a prankster handed her a pink slip and a party slogan behind her fell apart.

Friday

Once Seen As Too Left-Wing, Will Jeremy Corbyn Be U.K.'s Next Prime Minister?

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is mobbed by young supporters after addressing an anti-austerity rally in Parliament Square, London, following a march through the city on July 1. Victoria Jones - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images hide caption

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Once Seen As Too Left-Wing, Will Jeremy Corbyn Be U.K.'s Next Prime Minister?

The Labour Party leader is 68 and riding a wave of support from young voters. "He's like the Bernie Sanders of the U.K., but with a very refined accent," says a staffer who once worked for Sanders.

Once Seen As Too Left-Wing, Will Jeremy Corbyn Be U.K.'s Next Prime Minister?

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Tuesday

One Year On, Theresa May Keeps Fragile Grip On Her Job As British Prime Minister

British Prime Minister Theresa May marked a year in office last week. After her party lost parliamentary seats in elections last month, doubts have arisen over how long she'll remain prime minister. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images hide caption

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One Year On, Theresa May Keeps Fragile Grip On Her Job As British Prime Minister

After a disastrous June election in which her party lost parliamentary seats, many wonder how long the prime minister will stay in office. The opposition says May is heading a "zombie government."

One Year On, Theresa May Keeps Fragile Grip On Her Job As British Prime Minister

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Monday

Saturday

58 People 'Are Missing,' Presumed Dead After London Tower Blaze

Emergency service workers probe the remains of Grenfell Tower in London on Saturday. City police have announced 58 people remain missing and "we assume likely to have died." Tolga Akmen/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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58 People 'Are Missing,' Presumed Dead After London Tower Blaze

"Sadly, our work will be ongoing for many, many weeks," the Metropolitan Police commander said of efforts to inspect the burned-out tower. "I also have to consider the sad reality that this may rise."

Sunday

'Dead Woman Walking': Amid Election Fallout, Theresa May Stands On Shaky Ground

Prime Minister Theresa May leaves the prime minister's residence on Friday. This weekend, she has been seeking the support of the Democratic Unionist Party to form a new government after a disappointing result for Conservatives in Thursday's election. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images hide caption

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'Dead Woman Walking': Amid Election Fallout, Theresa May Stands On Shaky Ground

The British prime minister hopes to form a government with a small party in Northern Ireland. But members of her own party are questioning her leadership, and Labour leaders aren't ready to give up.

Friday

Theresa May Promises 'Certainty' After Queen Approves Plan To Form Government

British Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party Theresa May, accompanied by her husband Philip, speaks outside No. 10 Downing St. in central London on Friday. Justin Tallis/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Theresa May Promises 'Certainty' After Queen Approves Plan To Form Government

U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May says she'll remain in office, even after her Conservative Party lost its parliamentary majority. She'll partner with another party to make up the lost seats.

Thursday

U.K. Election: Exit Polls Show Theresa May's Conservative Party Losing Majority

A woman sits outside the Anglesea Arms pub, set up as a polling station during Britain's general election, in London on Thursday. Justin Tallis/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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U.K. Election: Exit Polls Show Theresa May's Conservative Party Losing Majority

If the projections are correct and the Conservatives lose their majority, May could remain prime minister. But it would require a coalition with other parties.

U.K. Election: Exit Polls Show Theresa May's Conservative Party Losing Majority

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Wednesday

Death Toll In London Rampage Rises To 8 After Body Pulled From River

Police officers stand guard in London on Wednesday, after the security cordon was reduced. British police say they found an eighth victim of Saturday's attack. Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Death Toll In London Rampage Rises To 8 After Body Pulled From River

Though police haven't formally identified the victim, they're seeking information on Xavier Thomas, who has been missing since Saturday's attack. Officials say 10 people remain in critical condition.

Monday

British Police Name 2 Attackers From Terrorist Attack In London

Khuram Shazad Butt (left) and Rachid Redouane were killed within minutes of Saturday's attack on London Bridge, British detectives say. Metropolitan Police Department hide caption

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British Police Name 2 Attackers From Terrorist Attack In London

Counterterrorism police have released preliminary details about two of the three men who were killed by police Saturday. The London attack killed at least seven people and wounded dozens.

Sunday

ISIS Claims Responsibility For London Attack That Killed 7, Injured 48

Londoners stand behind a cordon in the East Ham district on Sunday, following a police raid investigating Saturday's terror attacks in Central London. Justin Tallis/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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ISIS Claims Responsibility For London Attack That Killed 7, Injured 48

The attack began when a van crossing London Bridge veered into pedestrians. Three men exited the vehicle and began a stabbing rampage in which hundreds fled for their lives.

Tuesday

U.K. Prime Minister Calls For Early Election

Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May speaks to the media outside her official residence of 10 Downing St. in London on Tuesday. May announced she will seek early elections to be held June 8. Alastair Grant/AP hide caption

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U.K. Prime Minister Calls For Early Election

"At this moment of enormous national significance, there should be unity here in Westminster," Theresa May said in the surprise announcement, as the U.K. prepares to leave the European Union.