United Kingdom

The United Kingdom is a sovereign country in north‑western Europe. It is a constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. It is composed of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and is known for its rich history, global influence, and diverse culture.
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Longwood Gardens Named Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in the World
Longwood Gardens has been named the most beautiful botanical garden in the world, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. In June, the United Kingdom’s…
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Philadelphia Shipyard to Build South Korean Nuclear Submarines After U.S. Technology Deal
President Donald Trump announced last month on social media that the United States will share its nuclear submarine propulsion technology with South Korea, which plans…
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Leadership Changes Underway at Wayne’s Teleflex Following CEO Exit
Wayne-based Teleflex is undergoing a leadership transition with CEO Liam Kelly stepping down and Dr. Stephen Klasko, former Jefferson Health chief, appointed as the medical device…
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Philadelphia-Based Gopuff Raises $250M to Go Towards AI Investment, Expansion Plans
Philadelphia-based Gopuff recently raised $250 million, signifying the company’s strongest financial position in its nearly 13-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Haverford Systems Helps City of London Investment Build a Smarter, More Connected Headquarters in West Chester
When City of London Investment Management Company relocated its North American headquarters to the historic Turks Head Garage building in downtown West Chester, it was…
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Chinook Contract Keeps Ridley Boeing Plant Going to at Least 2030
A $240 million U.S. Army contract to upgrade five more Chinook helicopters should keep Boeing’s Ridley Park plant busy at least through 2030, writes Joseph…
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Plymouth Brethren Christian Church Expands in Delaware County
A controversial church that has been accused by former members outside the United States of imposing restrictions on its members has been buying up land…
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PHLCVB Publishes New Roadmaps for Meeting Planners, International Travel Suppliers
The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau has released its latest publications aimed at aiding meeting and event planners and international travel suppliers and tour operators…
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Philly Took London as the Phillies and PHLCVB Boost City’s Global Profile
From soccer slides to a Spice Girls walk-out song, the Philadelphia Phillies fully embraced London, while Philadelphia’s global tourism agency worked to ensure that Londoners…
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Once-Perfect Match of Private-Equity and Pension Funds Creating Expensive Problems for Investment Managers
Private-equity and pension funds were once considered a match made in heaven, but now the honeymoon period seems to be over, writes Heather Gillers for…
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Irish Jockey Looking Forward to Radnor Hunt Races, Hoping to Secure a Victory
32-year-old Graham Watters, a native of Ireland and equestrian pro, is hoping to cross the finish line of the Radnor Hunt Races with a victory…
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Philadelphia Set to Welcome Hundreds of Thousands of Major Event Attendees in 2024
Standing before hundreds of hospitality and tourism industry partners and stakeholders at the 2024 Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) and Visit Philadelphia joint Tourism…
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Weekend Wanderer: A New Book and My Secret Passion
I’m calling these last few weeks of columns The Dork Series. Apostrophe love. Bad dancing. If I told you about the history courses I’ve taken…

























