Ian McKellen

Ian McKellen

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  Prince William graces 'Hobbit' green carpet in UK

  Prince William is joining stars such as Ian McKellen and Cate Blanchett on the green carpet in London for the U.K. premiere of "The Hobbit," the first ... 

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  British historian Eric Hobsbawm dies at 95

  Eric Hobsbawm, who has died aged 95, was honored as one of Britain's most distinguished historians, despite retaining an allegiance to the Communist ... 

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  'Spirit in Motion' gala opens London's Paralympics

  Volleys of fireworks lit up the night sky, Beverley Knight belted out "I am what I am," and Britain's first Paralympic gold medalist lit the cauldron ...