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King Charles III vows 'lifelong service' in first speech as monarch

The address was broadcast on television and streamed at St Paul's Cathedral, where 2,000 people attended a service of remembrance for Queen Elizabeth II.

09/09/2022

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People lay flowers at Windsor Castle following the Queen's death

People gather and lay flowers at the gate of Windsor Castle following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

09/09/2022

Travel News

Last days to redeem COVID related travel vouchers

The final deadline to claim your refund credit noted for travel cancelled due to the pandemic is rapidly approaching.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

From Churchill to Trudeau, the Queen's extraordinary reign in pictures

Domestically, she saw 15 UK prime ministers take office. Abroad, she met 13 out of the last 14 US presidents. Here are some of the most important moments during the Queen's record-breaking reign.

09/09/2022

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King Charles, Camilla arrive at Buckingham Palace

Britain's King Charles III returned to Buckingham Palace on Friday for the first time since the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II.

09/09/2022

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Who will have which royal title now Queen Elizabeth II has died?

Who’s who in the royal family: how will titles change after Queen Elizabeth II’s death?

09/09/2022

Travel News

UK passports to change now that King Charles III is monarch

There will be lots of changes in the UK following the death of Queen Elizabeth II - are passports on the list?

09/09/2022

Europe News

'She left a void': Tributes to Queen placed outside Buckingham Palace

Mourners from around the world gathered outside Buckingham Palace, saying Queen Elizabeth II has left a void.

09/09/2022

Culture news

Which events are cancelled because of the Queen of England's death?

The nation is in mourning and many events have been postponed and cancelled out of respect for the royal family.

09/09/2022

Travel News

Families and pets among mourners at UK palaces and castles

Thousands of people have gathered at the Queen’s residences since her death was announced yesterday.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

Police, passports and postboxes: What does the Queen's death change?

The fabric of UK life is changing. Here's how.

09/09/2022

Culture news

How the Queen became Britain's most well-known cultural icon

From being immortalised in art by Andy Warhol, to acting alongside Daniel Craig and Paddington Bear, Queen Elizabeth II, who died at Balmoral aged 96, is one of Britain's most famous cultural icons. Let's take a look at some of her most memorable cultural moments.

09/09/2022

Travel News

Flags around the world at half-mast after death of Queen Elizabeth II

One of the first things you may have seen following the announcement of Her Majesty’s death is flags on royal residences being lowered.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

'The world weeps': Europe's newspapers pay tribute to the Queen

A look at how newspapers around Europe reacted to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

Worldwide tributes pour in after the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Leaders around the world have been paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who died yesterday aged 96, with President Joe Biden saying she defined an era

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

'We feel really upset': Britons react to Queen Elizabeth II's death

"I can’t believe what’s happened, I don’t think we expected it. We feel really, really upset,” said Debbie Thomas.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

King Charles thanks 'darling Mama' Queen Elizabeth in first address

Britain's King Charles III has made his first address to the nation after returning to London from Scotland following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

09/09/2022

United Kingdom

Who is the UK's new monarch, King Charles III?

“He now finds himself in, if you like, the autumn of his life, having to think carefully about how he projects his image as a public figure,” said historian Ed Owens. “He’s nowhere near as popular as his mother.”

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

In pictures: 10 landmark dates in the life of Queen Elizabeth II

A look back at the life of Queen Elizabeth II in 10 dates and 10 photos.

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

Queen Elizabeth II has died: What happens next?

There will be nine days between the death of Her Majesty and her funeral, which are carefully choreographed with ceremony, pageantry and formalities.

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

Obituary: Queen Elizabeth II's life of service, dedication and duty

She became Queen at the age of 25 after the death of her father and reigned for more than 70 years.

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

UK's longest-reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96

Buckingham Palace said that Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for 70 years, died peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Thursday afternoon.

08/09/2022

Culture news

Why are tattoo artists receiving suicide awareness training?

A veterans charity wants tattoo artists, hairdressers, and barbers to look out for early signs of suicide in their clients.

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

Live: Royal Family gather by Queen's side amid serious health concerns

Senior royals have arrived at Queen Elizabeth's Scottish residence at Balmoral after Buckingham Palace said doctors were concerned for her health and recommended she remain under medical supervision.

08/09/2022

United Kingdom

UK to cap domestic heating and electricity bills at £2,500 a year

Bills had been due to rise to £3,500 (€4,036) pounds a year from October, triple the cost of a year ago.

08/09/2022

My Europe Series

Soaring energy prices: How does the UK compare with Europe?

The UK's energy bills will jump by 80% a year from October. But how do Britain's prices compare with the rest of Europe? Who in Europe is paying the most? Who is paying the least?

08/09/2022