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So long 2016, thanks for all the tweets: A retrospective look at the year's top ten Twitter hashtags
As users are invited to join in with the #ThisHappened hashtag, IBTimes UK looks back at Twitter's top trends in 2016.
Theresa May drops 'Brexit means Brexit' for 'red, white and blue' slogan
Conservative premier also remained defiant on her 'no running commentary stance' as she faces a rebellion.
House prices in prime central London fall by nearly 5%, says Knight Frank
Knight Frank prime central London sales index for November 2016 also shows 25% drop in transactions.
EU's chief Brexit fixer urges UK to 'keep calm and negotiate' as he unveils timetable
Michel Barnier wants to complete talks with the UK by October 2018 and ratify the deal in March 2019.
Casey Report: Immigrants were ignored for decades – now we live in a segregated Britain
Muslims are mentioned 249 times in the review - and are far more scrutinised than any other minority group.
Theresa May faces revolt over Brexit plans as 40 Tory MPs plan to back 'clarity' motion
UK prime minister under pressure after ruling out giving a 'running commentary' on EU talks.
Philip Hammond and David Davis pledge a 'smooth and orderly' Brexit transition
The promise was made in a meeting attended by senior executives of companies such as Santander and Barclays.
Nigel Farage shortlisted for Time's Person of the Year Award 2016 for contribution to Brexit
The ex-Ukip leader would be only the third Brit to win it, after Churchill and The Queen.
Ruth Davidson: Scottish Tory leader warns of divisive Brexit with 'healing' call
Davidson will issue the plea as she delivers the Rhondda lecture at the Institute of Directors.
Austria's far-right Freedom Party blames Nigel Farage for election defeat
Before election Farage claimed party planned to hold EU referendum if it won.
As the Supreme Court mulls Brexit and Article 50, Twitter asks: Where are the women?
The hearing will take place over four days - and will be led by white, middle-aged men.
From Italy to Brexit hearing: Are we witnessing the end of the EU?
The Supreme Court decision may be irrelevant - Italy's referendum proves Europe's discontent with EU.
Brexit rivals stage Supreme Court protests as historic Article 50 appeal begins
IBTimes UK filmed outside the court in Westminster as the hearing started.
Italy's referendum shows people are fed up of being lied to by Europhile leaders
If voters are offered a choice between corporatist technocrats and angry populists, they pick the populists.
UK services sector grows at fastest pace in 10 months in November
Business confidence dips to lowest level since July amid increasing worries over Brexit negotiations.
Watch government's Supreme Court Brexit appeal on triggering Article 50 live
Historic court appeal by government due to last four days with decision expected next year.
Jeremy Corbyn invites left-wing EU leaders to London on eve of Brexit talks
Source close to Labour leader told IBTimes UK the progressive politicians will dine with the shadow cabinet.
Tyrrells won't do a Cadbury and stunt UK production following US takeover
UK crisps producer was acquired by US-based Amplify Snack Brands for £300m in August this year.
UK manufacturers expect modest recovery in 2017
Manufacturers report positive output and new orders for the first time in 18 months.
Supreme Court judges hearing Brexit appeal must not make 'political' ruling, warns Attorney General
Jeremy Wright says the 11 justices 'must not stray into areas of political judgement'.
Man arrested after investigation into tweet suggesting someone should 'Jo Cox' Anna Soubry
The Conservative MP reported the tweet to police and called its sender a 'sad, cowardly troll'.
Will Nigel Farage have a formal role working with Donald Trump?
Trump has previously suggested he would like Farage to be an ambassador to the US.
UK markets should 'brace for tremors' ahead of Italian referendum
Italy heads to the polls on Sunday to vote on a referendum that could trigger volatility across the Eurozone.
Austrian election a 'worrying example' of how polarised world politics has become
Norbert Hofer could become the first far-right leader in Europe for decades on 4 December.
Richmond Park by-election shows May's Brexit strategy is leading the UK over a cliff
There is massive opposition to a third runway at Heathrow in Richmond, but far greater concern about Brexit.
UK construction sector grows at fastest pace since March despite mounting inflation costs
Markit PMI shows average cost burdens rose sharply, with the rate of inflation the steepest since April 2011.
Ministers consider low-skilled EU migration plans to stop labour shortages post-Brexit
Brexit secretary David Davis says 'Britain must win the global battle for talent'.
Stephen Hawking: Election of Trump and Brexit vote part of 'most dangerous time' for humanity
The scientist spoke about coming together to protect the planet.
Huge rise in number of EU nationals hoping to secure permanent place in Britain after Brexit vote
Europeans applying to secure British residency more than doubles in one year with post brexitspike
UK could pay for access to EU single market says Brexit Secretary David Davis
His admission in the Commons sent pound sharply higher.