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Michael Bloomberg receives honorary knighthood

Former New York City mayor's entrepreneurial, philanthropic efforts in the UK finally pay off

Published Tue, Oct 7, 2014 · 09:50 PM

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MICHAEL Bloomberg, the former mayor of New York City, has harboured a long-standing fondness for Britain - selecting London as the European home for both his company and his charity, trading governing advice with that city's mayor and throwing parties at a two-storey apartment on Cadogan Square.

On Monday, the affection was returned in earnest: Queen Elizabeth II named Mr Bloomberg an honorary knight. Th…

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Michael Bloomberg receives honorary knighthood

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Massimo Bottura lends star power to pizza and pasta at Torno Subito

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