UK's Brexit frolics only aggravate global gloom

It has been generally concluded that British Prime Minister Theresa May postponed a parliamentary vote on Brexit scheduled for Tuesday as she anticipated a crushing defeat.

Up until then, the embattled May had steadfastly held on to the line that it was either her deal or no deal for the United Kingdom's petulant parting from the European Union. She categorically ruled out any other options.

As did Brussels.