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London - A majority of British parliamentarians are in favor of naming the tower which houses the famous 'Big Ben' bell at the Palace of Westminster the 'Elizabeth' tower in honor of the British monarch.

London - The famous clock tower that houses one of the most famous bells in the world is leaning, says experts. Members of the House of Commons met Monday to hash out what to do about preserving the important landmark.

Westminster - Nine men, who were charged with making plans to bomb several high-profile targets in London just before Christmas, appeared in court on Monday.

Trooper Edward J. Joyner, of the Pennsylvania State Police, who has been forbidden by his superiors from continuing to work as a chauffeur while off duty for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback “Big Ben” Roethlisberger, has appealed the decision.

As shuttle diplomacy continues among political parties to determine who will rule Britain, one of the country’s leading economic and political commentators is urging Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg to shun the Tories and throw in his lot with Labour.

London - The BBC has announced that it will, for the first time ever, project the results of this week’s general election in the UK onto St Stephen’s Tower at the Houses of Parliament.

Big Ben in London England is possibly one of the western world's best know clocks and today Big Ben celebrated its 150th birthday.

Big Ben hasn't delighted Londoners with hourly music for seven weeks but at noon Monday the famous bong sounded. The silence was due to maintenance. Although the chimes were quiet the mighty clock continued to keep citizens in check on what time it is.