September 8, 2022: The death of Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

September 8, 2022: The death of Queen Elizabeth II

CNN  

Reactions are starting to pour in from leaders around the world expressing their sympathy and offering condolences to the Royal family following the passing Queen Elizabeth II. Response by King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II:https://t.co/ROpxQ4CqEV pic.twitter.com/lMAWKqUND0 — Koninklijk Huis September 8, 2022 From the White House: White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reacted Thursday to the news that Queen Elizabeth II has died at 96, saying that “our hearts and our thoughts” go to the family and the people of the United Kingdom. — Emmanuel Macron September 8, 2022 United Nations Secretary General António Guterres: “I am deeply saddened at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Zelensky expressed condolences to the entire United Kingdom, saying in a tweet “It is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.” Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi “The Prime Minister, Mario Draghi, expresses deep condolences for the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

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Two years after Queen Elizabeth II's death, everything has changed
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Two years after Queen Elizabeth II's death, everything has changed

ABC  

It was two years ago at 3:20pm on Thursday September 8, 2022 that an important chapter in royal history came to a full stop with the death of Queen Elizabeth II. King Charles and Princess Anne at the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, at Westminster Abbey. In the months that followed the King delivered on his pledge to replicate …

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 …

Queen Elizabeth II mourned by Britain and world at funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II mourned by Britain and world at funeral

Associated Press  

LONDON — The United Kingdom and the world bade farewell to Queen Elizabeth II on Monday with a state funeral that drew presidents and kings, princes and prime ministers — and crowds in the streets of London and at Windsor Castle — to honor a monarch whose 70-year reign defined an age. “Here, where Queen Elizabeth was married and crowned, …

Britain and world say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

Britain and world say goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II

The Hindu  

As millions tuned in to broadcasts or lined the streets of London and as world leaders and royalty looked on, Britain said its final goodbyes to its longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen’s funeral started at 11 a.m. at Westminster Abbey when her body was brought from Westminster Hall, in the British Parliament complex, where it had been …

In Photos: World leaders pay tributes to Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

In Photos: World leaders pay tributes to Queen Elizabeth II

Hindustan Times  

As Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, will be laid to rest on Monday, after a grand state funeral, world leaders from around the world came to London on the eve of the funeral to pay their respects to the monarch. US President Joe Biden with his wife Jill paid his tributes to Queen Elizabeth II from the gallery overlooking …

The six countries not invited to Queen Elizabeth II's funeral- and why
2 years, 3 months ago

The six countries not invited to Queen Elizabeth II's funeral- and why

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday is set to be attended by world leaders, politicians, public figures and European royals, in addition to more than 500 dignitaries from around the world. Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral: Members of the public file past the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II. Here's why: The countries not invited Leaders and officials from Russia will …

Joe Biden to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II lying-in-state
2 years, 3 months ago

Joe Biden to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II lying-in-state

Hindustan Times  

U.S. President Joe Biden is expected to pay tribute at the coffin of Queen Elizabeth in London on Sunday, joining hundreds of thousands of people who have filed past the late British monarch as she lies in state. Queen Elizabeth II Funeral: President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden arrived in London. "Her legacy will loom large in the …

The definitive guestlist for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

The definitive guestlist for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday is set to be one of the largest diplomatic occasions of the century with world leaders, politicians, public figures and European royals, as well as more than 500 dignitaries from around the world, coming to London to pay their respects to Britain's longest serving monarch. Here's the definitive guestlist for Queen Elizabeth II's …

President Murmu along with 500 more global dignitaries to attend State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

President Murmu along with 500 more global dignitaries to attend State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II

India TV News  

Queen Elizabeth II funeral: President Droupadi Murmu will be attending the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey, London, and to offer her condolences on behalf of the Indian Government. "Queen Elizabeth II, the former head of state of the UK and Head of the Commonwealth of Nations passed away on 8 September. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep …

The Queen’s death sees Britain both reflecting on the past and embracing the future
2 years, 3 months ago

The Queen’s death sees Britain both reflecting on the past and embracing the future

The Independent  

It is not often in Britain that there is a need to mark the end of an era the length of Queen Elizabeth II’s time upon the throne – or the start of the reign of King Charles III that follows. One by a founder of The Independent, Andreas Whittam Smith, reflecting on the course of the Queen’s reign during …

Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral set for Sept. 19
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral set for Sept. 19

LA Times  

Members of the British Royal family view the floral tributes to Queen Elizabeth II outside the gates of Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Palace officials say the state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II will take place Sept. 19 at Westminster Abbey in London after the public gets an opportunity to pay last respects to the monarch. …

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 …

AP PHOTOS: A world mourns Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

AP PHOTOS: A world mourns Queen Elizabeth II

Associated Press  

The death of Queen Elizabeth II, whose rule saw Britain through decades of change, was seen and felt around the world. From flowers covering the gates of Buckingham Palace in London, to images of Elizabeth towering over New York’s Times Square to the Christ the Redeemer statue glowing in the colors of Britain’s flag in Rio De Janeiro, the world …

India to observe one-day state mourning over Queen Elizabeth’s demise, says MHA
2 years, 3 months ago

India to observe one-day state mourning over Queen Elizabeth’s demise, says MHA

Firstpost  

The queen was under medical supervision at her summer residence in Scotland after doctors raised concerns about the 96-year-old monarch’s health New Delhi: The government has decided that there will be one day State Mourning on 11 September throughout India in the wake of the demise of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, said the Ministry of Home Affairs today. pic.twitter.com/3aACbxhLgC — …

Queen Elizabeth II Death: 10 Interesting Facts About The Late British Monarch
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II Death: 10 Interesting Facts About The Late British Monarch

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Queen of the United Kingdom, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday, September 8, at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Queen Elizabeth II was the oldest and the longest-reigning monarch in Britain's history as she had recently celebrated her 70 years on the throne this year. Some Interesting Facts About Queen Elizabeth II: 1. 15 Prime Ministers …

Queen Elizabeth II has died: Live updates
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II has died: Live updates

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Elton John paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at his final concert in Toronto on Thursday night, saying he was inspired by her and is sad she is gone. Statements carried early Friday in Saudi state media quoted King Salman as saying that Queen Elizabeth was “a model of leadership that will be immortalized in the history.” He …

Queen Elizabeth's reign: golden age, or last embers of a bygone era?
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's reign: golden age, or last embers of a bygone era?

The Hindu  

Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday, broke many records as monarch, becoming an enduring symbol of the country over which she reigned for 70 years even as it changed beyond recognition, losing its empire and undergoing social upheaval. Some commentators describe her reign as a "golden age" reminiscent of that of her namesake Elizabeth I, who ruled over England …

Queen Elizabeth II death: 'To my darling mama, thank you': King Charles’s moving tribute to Queen
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II death: 'To my darling mama, thank you': King Charles’s moving tribute to Queen

India TV News  

Queen Elizabeth II death: Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch of the UK, died on Thursday at 96. President Droupadi Murmu offered condolences on the solemn occasion and said that the "world has lost a great personality". "In the demise of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of UK, the world has lost a great personality. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled …

‘A stalwart': World mourns Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

‘A stalwart': World mourns Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II

Associated Press  

LONDON — Condolences poured in from around the world Thursday after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who became a global icon of calmness and fortitude through decades of political upheaval and social changes at home and abroad. King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden called her “a constant presence, not only in British society but internationally.” In Norway, King Harald …

Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II and the Commonwealth

Al Jazeera  

What is next for the Commonwealth of Nations? Malika Bilal: Elizabeth II’s reign – remembered as the longest of any British monarch in history – has come to an end. Malika Bilal: And to understand why it’s helpful to remember the queen grew up in a world where Britain’s reign still stretched around the globe. Malika Bilal: But it’s taken …

Op-Ed: Letting go of Queen Elizabeth’s imperial Britain opens up new possibilities
2 years, 3 months ago

Op-Ed: Letting go of Queen Elizabeth’s imperial Britain opens up new possibilities

LA Times  

In the United Kingdom, for the last 70 years, we have been habituated to one royal figurehead, Queen Elizabeth II. There was the death of Prince Philip; the outrage surrounding reports of the queen’s payment of Prince Andrew’s settlement to Virginia Giuffre in a sexual assault case; the queen’s Platinum Jubilee and now her death. In 2019, Queen Elizabeth reportedly …

Queen Elizabeth II dead at 96 after 70 years on the throne
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II dead at 96 after 70 years on the throne

Associated Press  

LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a symbol of stability in a turbulent era that saw the decline of the British empire and disarray in her own family, died Thursday after 70 years on the throne. In a statement, Charles called his mother’s death “a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my …

King Charles pays tribute to ‘cherished’ mother Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles pays tribute to ‘cherished’ mother Elizabeth II

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 King Charles III has paid tribute to his “beloved” mother …

Queen Elizabeth's death | Reaction from world leaders
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's death | Reaction from world leaders

The Hindu  

Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and the nation’s figurehead for seven decades, has died aged 96, Buckingham Palace said on Thursday. She was extraordinary.” Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese “With the passing of Queen Elizabeth the Second, an historic reign and a long life devoted to duty, family, faith and service has come to an end.” “Australian hearts go out …

Queen Elizabeth II dead: Celebrities share touching tributes for late Monarch amid her death at 96
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II dead: Celebrities share touching tributes for late Monarch amid her death at 96

Daily Mail  

Dozens of celebrities have been are sharing their tributes to Queen Elizabeth II following the announcement of her death on Thursday afternoon at the age of 96. Barbra Streisand, 80, with a career spanning over six decades, paid tribute on Instagram together with a photograph of her meeting the Queen in March 1975 at the film premiere of 'Funny Lady' …

World Leaders, Celebrities Mourn Death Of Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

World Leaders, Celebrities Mourn Death Of Queen Elizabeth II

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Tributes have begun pouring in following the death of Queen Elizabeth II at age 96. Statement on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II pic.twitter.com/yHPiUfBWlH — Boris Johnson September 8, 2022 In the U.S., President Joe Biden called the queen a “steadying presence and a source of comfort and pride for generations of Britons.” He said …

Queen Elizabeth's Death: World Leaders, Officials Express Grief. Check Reactions
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's Death: World Leaders, Officials Express Grief. Check Reactions

ABP News  

After serving as Britain's monarch for over 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday in Scotland at the age of 96 after battling health issues since a year, Royal Family announced. pic.twitter.com/3aACbxhLgC — Narendra Modi September 8, 2022 The President of Pakistan, Dr. Arif Alvi, has expressed his sincere condolences to the Royal family, the government, and the …

Queen Elizabeth II, longest-reigning monarch of U.K., dies
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II, longest-reigning monarch of U.K., dies

The Hindu  

Britain’s longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, died on September 8 at the age of 96. Obituary | Queen Elizabeth II, queen of the world “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” a statement from the palace said. Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s first reaction to the King’s death was to complain that the new Queen was “only a child,” …

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, passes away at 96
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, passes away at 96

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history died on Thursday. Queen Elizabeth II Passes Away: Queen Elizabeth II had been facing health problems. Queen Elizabeth II had been facing health problems since October last year that left her with difficulties walking and standing. Earlier British Prime Minister Liz Truss said “the whole country will be deeply concerned by …

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 …

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 …

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