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The 1901 Hay-Pauncefote Treaty banned unequal Panama Canal tolls.
The U.S.-Britain treaty required the Canal to be open to all nations on equal terms. In 1914, President Wilson repealed a U.S. exemption from tolls after Britain protested it violated this principle of free, equal passage.
Facing PMQs after resigning is a rare & dramatic parliamentary moment
PM's Questions has occurred weekly since 1961. Starmer faces MPs in one of Westminster's most scrutinized traditions after his shock announcement. Learn more at Wikipedia
This storyBefore becoming UK PM, Keir Starmer held what government role?
- Director of Public Prosecutions
- Shadow Home Secretary
- Mayor of London
- Attorney General
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Director of Public Prosecutions
This storyIs Andy Burnham the right choice to lead Labour next?
Keir Starmer was named after Keir Hardie, Labour's founding father.
Keir Hardie was the first Labour MP, elected in 1892. Starmer's parents named him in tribute — a fitting origin for a man who became Labour Prime Minister more than 130 years later.
This storyWhat share of global oil supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz?
- About 5%
- About 10%
- About 20%
- About 35%
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About 20%
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