Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations end with pageant through London
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations end with pageant through London

ABC  

Queen Elizabeth II has described being "deeply humbled and deeply touched" as military bands, dancers, performers and celebrities paraded through the streets of London to mark the final day of the Platinum Jubilee celebrating her 70 years on the British throne. Key points: The pageant concluded the fourth and final day of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee The Queen had withdrawn from several events during the Jubilee due to "episodic mobility issues" On Sunday, she was greeted by huge cheers, trumpets and a rendition of the national anthem There was no guidebook to follow when it came to deciding how to mark 70 years as queen, the 96-year-old monarch quipped in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Twitter. However, the Queen delighted Platinum Jubilee revellers by making an unscheduled Buckingham Palace balcony appearance to conclude the four days of celebrations. Queen Elizabeth II made a much-anticipated Buckingham Palace balcony appearance to conclude the four days of celebrations.

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UK unveils plans for 'fitting tribute' to Queen Elizabeth II
1 year, 3 months ago

UK unveils plans for 'fitting tribute' to Queen Elizabeth II

Hindustan Times  

The UK government announced on Sunday early stage plans to erect a permanent memorial to the late Queen Elizabeth II, alongside a national legacy programme in her honour, in 2026. Queen elizabeth The "fitting tribute" to Britain's longest-reigning monarch, who died in September last year aged 96 after 70 years on the throne, will be unveiled to coincide with what …

AP PHOTOS: Seven decades of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign
2 years, 3 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Seven decades of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign

Associated Press  

Queen Elizabeth II, who marked 70 years on the throne this year, was the oldest and longest-reigning monarch in British history. Here is a look at a selection of photos spanning Queen Elizabeth II’s seven decade reign: 1950s —Feb. —May 1965: Elizabeth makes a historic visit to West Germany, the first German visit by a British monarch in 52 years. …

DC Edit | Era ends: Elizabeth II one of a kind, she’ll be missed
2 years, 3 months ago

DC Edit | Era ends: Elizabeth II one of a kind, she’ll be missed

Deccan Chronicle  

The death of Queen Elizabeth II brings to an end the Second Elizabethan Era, a momentous time in the history of the world when it was just recovering from the ravages of World War II up to the present day when it is again in great economic strife. The sense of loss in many people across the world is itself …

Queen Elizabeth II Cherished 'Warmth and Hospitality' of India Visits
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II Cherished 'Warmth and Hospitality' of India Visits

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 on Thursday, was the first British monarch to accede to the throne after India’s independence from colonial rule in 1952 and cherished the “warmth and hospitality she received during her three State Visits to the country over the course of her reign in 1961, 1983 and 1997. Her final visit to India was …

Queen Elizabeth II cherished ‘warmth and hospitality’ of India visits
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II cherished ‘warmth and hospitality’ of India visits

The Hindu  

Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 on Thursday, was the first British monarch to accede to the throne in 1952 shortly after India's Independence from colonial rule, and cherished the "warmth and hospitality” she received during her three State Visits to the country over the course of her reign — in 1961, 1983 and 1997. Obituary | Queen Elizabeth …

Queen was ‘humbled and touched’ that so many had marked Platinum Jubilee
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen was ‘humbled and touched’ that so many had marked Platinum Jubilee

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Queen said she was “humbled and deeply touched” that …

Key moments in Queen Elizabeth II's reign
2 years, 3 months ago

Key moments in Queen Elizabeth II's reign

Hindustan Times  

Here are some of the key moments defining the reign of Queen Elizabeth II: Queen Elizabeth II Passes Away: Queen Elizabeth II has died. - 1992: 'Annus horribilis' - The lowest point of the queen's reign: her eldest son Prince Charles separated from his wife, Diana, following a tell-all book. - 2002: Golden Jubilee - The celebration allowed Britons to …

Queen Elizabeth II cherished ‘warmth and hospitality’ of India visits
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II cherished ‘warmth and hospitality’ of India visits

India TV News  

Queen Elizabeth II dead: Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 on Thursday, was the first British monarch to accede to the throne after India's Independence from colonial rule in 1952 and cherished the "warmth and hospitality” she received during her three State Visits to the country over the course of her reign – in 1961, 1983 and 1997. "Britain …

Queen Elizabeth II under medical supervision, doctors concerned for her health
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II under medical supervision, doctors concerned for her health

ABC  

The Queen's doctors say they are "concerned" for her health and that she is under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Key points: Doctors say they are "concerned" for the Queen's health and that she is under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle Prince Charles and Camilla have travelled to Balmoral, and Prince William is travelling to Scotland On Wednesday …

The Platinum Jubilee celebrations gave us a glimpse into a world without Queen Elizabeth
2 years, 6 months ago

The Platinum Jubilee celebrations gave us a glimpse into a world without Queen Elizabeth

ABC  

It was a four-day extravaganza that consumed Britain. But perhaps the most surprising outcome of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations was that in honouring Queen Elizabeth II's historic 70-year reign, what was actually on display was the future of the monarchy without Her Majesty. Yes, these support acts were largely a result of the Queen's "mobility issues" — but in the …

Highlights from the queen's Platinum Jubilee in photos
2 years, 6 months ago

Highlights from the queen's Platinum Jubilee in photos

The Independent  

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Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee Celebrations End, Prince Louis Steals The Show
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee Celebrations End, Prince Louis Steals The Show

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II on Sunday brought the curtain down on her historic Platinum Jubilee celebrations, making another public appearance on the last of four days of festivities and vowing to maintain her record-breaking reign. Britain’s longest-serving sovereign added: “While I may not have attended every event in person, my heart has been with you all; and I remain committed to …

In Pictures: Queen’s surprise balcony appearance concludes ‘happy celebrations’
2 years, 6 months ago

In Pictures: Queen’s surprise balcony appearance concludes ‘happy celebrations’

The Independent  

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And she waved: Festive pageant caps queen’s Platinum Jubilee
2 years, 6 months ago

And she waved: Festive pageant caps queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Associated Press  

LONDON — In a crowning moment for her Platinum Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth II waved at tens of thousands of adoring crowds from the balcony of Buckingham Palace on Sunday, delighting fans who had hoped to catch a glimpse of her during the final day of festivities marking the monarch’s 70 years on the throne. The queen, dressed in bright green, …

Highlights from the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend
2 years, 6 months ago

Highlights from the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend

The Independent  

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Queen flanked by heirs as she makes final jubilee appearance
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen flanked by heirs as she makes final jubilee appearance

The Independent  

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Queen’s Platinum Jubilee: A collective misremembering of empire
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee: A collective misremembering of empire

Al Jazeera  

In his 1886 Gothic novella, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson tells the tale of Dr Henry Jekyll, wealthy, well-born, and highly respected, who develops a potion that enables him to separate his evil desires from the control of his good self, thus giving rise to the grotesque and deformed Edward Hyde. …

Queen Elizabeth II withdraws from Platinum Jubilee church service, Prince Andrew tests positive to COVID-19
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II withdraws from Platinum Jubilee church service, Prince Andrew tests positive to COVID-19

ABC  

Buckingham Palace says Queen Elizabeth II will not attend a church service to mark her Platinum Jubilee after experiencing "discomfort" at events on Thursday. Key points: The palace says the Queen decided to skip the service at St Paul's Cathedral with "great reluctance" Prince Harry and Meghan did not join a dozen or so royals during a balcony appearance Prince …

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee Celebration, In Photos
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee Celebration, In Photos

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Members of the British royal family gathered on Thursday to kick off events for the four-day bash to commemorate the queen’s 70 years as monarch, beginning with Trooping the Colour, which is the British sovereign’s official birthday celebration. The queen also released a statement of thanks ahead of the festivities, alongside a new portrait that was taken …

Queen's Platinum Jubilee: All That's Happening to Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Record 70 Years in Reign
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen's Platinum Jubilee: All That's Happening to Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Record 70 Years in Reign

News 18  

Four days of public celebrations to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s record-breaking 70-year reign begin on Thursday. Thursday June 2 More than 1,200 soldiers from the Household Division of the British Army perform the “Trooping of the Colour” ceremony to officially mark the queen’s birthday. The queen will be seen again at Windsor Palace, west of London, as more than 2,800 …

The Queen as we've never seen her before prepares for a historic Platinum Jubilee celebration
2 years, 6 months ago

The Queen as we've never seen her before prepares for a historic Platinum Jubilee celebration

ABC  

The constant tension between public and private royal life, and more specifically exactly how much the public is entitled to know about the family's personal world behind palace gates, is something the monarchy grapples with from cradle to grave. While the commentary is a clever tapestry from 60 of Her Majesty's speeches, an introduction recorded by the Queen a few …

Queen Elizabeth II thanks well-wishers ahead of Platinum Jubilee celebrations
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II thanks well-wishers ahead of Platinum Jubilee celebrations

ABC  

Buckingham Palace has released a new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the eve of celebrations to mark her Platinum Jubilee. Recent health problems — including contracting COVID-19 in February and ongoing back issues — have seen the Queen appear less frequently in public this year, missing important events such as reading the Queen's Speech in person, instead deputising her …

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee kicks off with pomp and pageantry as she celebrates a 70-year reign
2 years, 6 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee kicks off with pomp and pageantry as she celebrates a 70-year reign

ABC  

Celebrations marking the Queen's Platinum Jubilee have kicked off in London and around the United Kingdom, with huge crowds lining the streets of the British capital to catch a glimpse of the festivities. Key points: Thousands of people have flocked to London as celebrations kick off for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of her reign Buckingham Palace said …

Britain is partying for Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee. What happens next for the monarchy?
2 years, 6 months ago

Britain is partying for Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee. What happens next for the monarchy?

LA Times  

From left, Britain’s Prince Charles; Queen Elizabeth II; Prince Louis; Catherine, duchess of Cambridge; and Princess Charlotte on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on Thursday. But the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, which has snarled traffic around Buckingham Palace, given Britons an extra-long weekend and will offer up performances by American, Irish and British stars — Diana Ross and …

In Commonwealth, Queen Elizabeth's Jubilee Draws Protests And Apathy
2 years, 6 months ago

In Commonwealth, Queen Elizabeth's Jubilee Draws Protests And Apathy

Huff Post  

A man waves a British union flag and a flag bearing the image of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II ahead of the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in London on March 9, 2020. “To this day, she has never publicly admitted, let alone apologized, for the oppression, torture, dehumanization and dispossession visited upon people in the colony of Kenya …

Hardy royal fans already camping out on The Mall to watch Platinum Jubilee
2 years, 6 months ago

Hardy royal fans already camping out on The Mall to watch Platinum Jubilee

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As the nation prepares to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, …

In Commonwealth, queen’s jubilee draws protests and apathy
2 years, 6 months ago

In Commonwealth, queen’s jubilee draws protests and apathy

Associated Press  

LONDON — After seven decades on the throne, Queen Elizabeth II is widely viewed in the U.K. as a rock in turbulent times. “To this day, she has never publicly admitted, let alone apologized, for the oppression, torture, dehumanization and dispossession visited upon people in the colony of Kenya before and after she acceded to the throne.” U.K. officials hope …

In Commonwealth, queen’s jubilee draws protests and apathy
2 years, 6 months ago

In Commonwealth, queen’s jubilee draws protests and apathy

LA Times  

A union jack and a flag bearing the image of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II appear in a crowd at Westminster Abbey in London on Commonwealth Day on March, 9, 2020. “To this day, she has never publicly admitted, let alone apologized, for the oppression, torture, dehumanization and dispossession visited upon people in the colony of Kenya before and after she …

Why celebrating Queen Elizabeth is important for some
2 years, 6 months ago

Why celebrating Queen Elizabeth is important for some

Live Mint  

Next weekend, people across the UK and beyond will celebrate the 96-year-old queen's Platinum Jubilee, marking her 70th year on the throne. "I wake up at three or four o'clock in the morning, and I suddenly think of something that we might have forgotten to order," said Suze Meredith, chair of the village's Platinum Jubilee committee. Suze Meredith, Parish chair …

UK to hold days-long bash to celebrate queen’s 70-year reign
2 years, 6 months ago

UK to hold days-long bash to celebrate queen’s 70-year reign

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain is getting ready for a party featuring mounted troops, solemn prayers — and a pack of dancing mechanical corgis. “I think it’s amazing that the country always comes together when there’s a wedding, a royal jubilee, whatever the royals are involved in,” she said. “We love the queen!’’ The past two years have highlighted t he monarchy’s …

Jennie Bond to look back at the Queen’s 70 years on the throne
2 years, 7 months ago

Jennie Bond to look back at the Queen’s 70 years on the throne

The Independent  

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Barbie Queen made in honour of Platinum Jubilee sells out in three seconds
2 years, 7 months ago

Barbie Queen made in honour of Platinum Jubilee sells out in three seconds

The Independent  

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Corgis and Cars: Queen’s pageant to be parade of the people
2 years, 7 months ago

Corgis and Cars: Queen’s pageant to be parade of the people

Associated Press  

LONDON — During a long weekend of royal pageantry devoted to Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne, the British people will take center stage in at least one event. More than 10,000 performers, including schoolchildren, community groups and military bands, are expecting to troop to Buckingham Palace on June 5 to cap four days of celebrations marking the …

Why Queen Elizabeth's 96th birthday isn't a very happy one
2 years, 8 months ago

Why Queen Elizabeth's 96th birthday isn't a very happy one

Firstpost  

Declining health, ongoing campaigns to remove her as head of state, controversy over Prince Andrew’s return to the public eye and calls for the Royal Family to apologise for its role in colonialism and slavery has made it an awkward time for the monarch A platinum jubilee is unprecedented for the British Royal Family. A history of royal jubilees Queen …

Queen Elizabeth II appears on the cover of Vogue for the first time
2 years, 9 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II appears on the cover of Vogue for the first time

The Independent  

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Queen Elizabeth II to return to duties after celebrating Platinum Jubilee
2 years, 10 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II to return to duties after celebrating Platinum Jubilee

India Today  

Queen Elizabeth, who celebrated the 70th anniversary of her accession to the British throne at the weekend, will be returning to normal duties, a Buckingham Palace source said on Monday, having been advised to take it easy by her doctors. Buckingham Palace said the queen, who spent the occasion at her Sandringham residence in east England, had now returned to …

Queen goes back to work at 95: Monarch begins Platinum Jubilee year with an ever-busier diary
2 years, 10 months ago

Queen goes back to work at 95: Monarch begins Platinum Jubilee year with an ever-busier diary

Daily Mail  

The Queen is to begin her Platinum Jubilee year with an even busier diary as officials says she will 'pace herself' but wants to carry on with public engagements. The smiling 95-year-old monarch is pictured with her papers of state on a table in front of her and poignantly nearby is an image of her father King George VI The …

Elizabeth the Steadfast: Queen marks 70 years on throne
2 years, 10 months ago

Elizabeth the Steadfast: Queen marks 70 years on throne

Associated Press  

LONDON — Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor wasn’t born to wear the crown. From her early days as a glamorous young royal in glittering tiaras to her more recent incarnation as the nation’s grandmother, the queen has witnessed the end of the British Empire, the advent of multiculturalism, the rise of international terrorism, and the challenges posed by Brexit and the …

Infographic: Queen Elizabeth II’s jubilee and her 70-year reign
2 years, 10 months ago

Infographic: Queen Elizabeth II’s jubilee and her 70-year reign

Al Jazeera  

Al Jazeera takes a look at the life, family and wealth of the longest-reigning British monarch. “I continue to be inspired by the goodwill shown to me, and hope that the coming days will provide an opportunity to reflect on all that has been achieved during the last 70 years, as we look to the future with confidence and enthusiasm.” …

The Queen reflects on jubilees past with a nod to her father
2 years, 10 months ago

The Queen reflects on jubilees past with a nod to her father

The Telegraph  

She will spend Sunday on the Sandringham Estate, as she does each year, to honour her father’s memory. The exhibition, laid out two weeks ago while the Queen and court were still at Windsor, also included a few Platinum Jubilee cards which have already arrived. Recipes and pictures of entries to the Platinum Pudding competition were on display, showing how …

Platinum Jubilee: Queen’s reign marks 70 years of change
2 years, 10 months ago

Platinum Jubilee: Queen’s reign marks 70 years of change

Associated Press  

LONDON — When 25-year-old Princess Elizabeth was proclaimed queen on Feb. 6, 1952, the British Empire stretched across the world, royalty was widely revered and televisions were still a novelty item. ___ 1970: FIRST ROYAL ‘WALKABOUT’ In another shift with the times, the queen carried out the first royal “walkabout” — which sees members of the royal family greeting, chatting …

Royal family bracing for a big platinum jubilee year in 2022 — but it's not all good news
2 years, 10 months ago

Royal family bracing for a big platinum jubilee year in 2022 — but it's not all good news

ABC  

This was always going to be a special year for the House of Windsor, a time to celebrate The Queen's platinum jubilee and honour the longest-reigning monarch in Britain's history. More than 10,000 military personnel, performers, key workers and volunteers will unite to tell the story of the seven decades of Queen Elizabeth II and a "River of Hope" made …

UK plans holiday weekend to honour Queen's 70 years on throne
2 years, 11 months ago

UK plans holiday weekend to honour Queen's 70 years on throne

India Today  

The United Kingdom will celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne with a military parade, neighborhood parties and a competition to create a new dessert for the Platinum Jubilee, Buckingham Palace said Monday. The weekend, which includes an extra public holiday in honor of the queen, will begin on Thursday June 2, with Trooping the Colour ——the annual …

70 years in 4 days: Britain plans long holiday weekend to honor queen’s Platinum Jubilee
2 years, 11 months ago

70 years in 4 days: Britain plans long holiday weekend to honor queen’s Platinum Jubilee

LA Times  

Britain will celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne with a military parade, neighborhood parties and a competition to create a new dessert for the Platinum Jubilee, Buckingham Palace said Monday. On Feb. 6, Elizabeth will become the first British monarch to reign for seven decades, and festivities marking the anniversary will culminate in a four-day holiday weekend …

Queen carries out in-person audience at Windsor Castle
3 years, 1 month ago

Queen carries out in-person audience at Windsor Castle

The Independent  

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Britain’s Queen Elizabeth sprains back, misses Remembrance Sunday service
3 years, 1 month ago

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth sprains back, misses Remembrance Sunday service

LA Times  

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II has continued to work from home, doing desk-based duties, during her period of rest. Queen Elizabeth II missed out on the Remembrance Sunday service in London to pay tribute to Britain’s war dead because she sprained her back, Buckingham Palace said. “The Queen, having sprained her back, has decided this morning with great regret that she …

UK’s Johnson says Queen Elizabeth ‘on very good form’
3 years, 1 month ago

UK’s Johnson says Queen Elizabeth ‘on very good form’

Associated Press  

ROME — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Saturday that Queen Elizabeth II was “on very good form” during their weekly conversation earlier this week. “I spoke to Her Majesty as I do every week as part of my job and she was on very good form,” Johnson told ITV News on the sidelines of the Group of 20 summit …

UK monarch holds 1st virtual audience since rest period
3 years, 1 month ago

UK monarch holds 1st virtual audience since rest period

The Independent  

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Queen Elizabeth II spent night in hospital after scrapping trip: Buckingham Palace
3 years, 2 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II spent night in hospital after scrapping trip: Buckingham Palace

India Today  

Buckingham Palace said Thursday that Queen Elizabeth II spent a night in a hospital after being advised by her doctor to rest. The palace said the 95-year-old British monarch went to an unspecified hospital for “preliminary investigations.” It said she returned to her Windsor Castle home at lunchtime on Thursday, “and remains in good spirits.” On Wednesday, the queen canceled …

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