Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. LONDON — At its height, the British Empire’s rule oversaw 531 million people — over three continents spanning from North America ...

The Commonwealth was born out of the British Empire, supposedly granting former colonies 'free and equal' status. But the association has faced criticism for its colonial roots, and some states have ...

For some 200 years, Lloyd’s of London had known every day of the Empire’s growth—every new wharf, every skirmish, every treaty. One night last week, Lloyd’s, like a rich aunt with the children home ...

At its height, the British Empire’s rule oversaw 412 million people — or around 23% of the world’s population — spanning from North America to Oceania. It was once said that the sun never sets on the ...

Leaders from the 56-nation Commonwealth -- made up mostly of British ex-colonies -- gathered for a summit in Samoa - Copyright AFP/File MIKE NELSON Leaders from the ...

The queen reigned through many global upheavals, including the end of the British Empire. And as some critics have pointed out, remembrances may not feel complete without acknowledging the impact of ...

Softly from Scotch bagpipes there sounded, last week, in the depths of Westminster Abbey, that lilting, infinitely plaintive tune, The Flowers of the Forest. One of many hundreds who harkened and wept ...