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Martin Parr, the highly influential British documentary photographer renowned for his colorful, satirical chronicling of ...

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One of Britain’s most acclaimed photographers, Martin Parr, died on Saturday at age 73, his foundation said on Sunday.

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The ninth Earl Spencer enjoyed a night out in London with his archaeologist girlfriend, Car Jarman, at 40 Greek Street. The ...