Queen Elizabeth II to skip Christmas trip to Sandringham amid Omicron surge
3 years ago

Queen Elizabeth II to skip Christmas trip to Sandringham amid Omicron surge

India Today  

Queen Elizabeth II has decided not to spend Christmas at the royal Sandringham estate in eastern England amid concerns about the fast-spreading omicron variant. Coronavirus infections are surging in Britain — up 60% in a week — as omicron replaced delta as the dominant variant, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said more new restrictions may have to be introduced to slow its spread. For years, members of Britain’s extended royal family have spent the holidays at Sandringham, where crowds gather to watch them attend the local church on Christmas Day. ALSO READ| Queen Elizabeth's late husband Prince Philip's will to remain private for 90 years

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Royal family attend Christmas Day service at Sandringham
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Royal family attend Christmas Day service at Sandringham

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 royal family marked Christmas Day by attending the traditional …

Queen put to rest with Philip, her parents in Windsor chapel
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen put to rest with Philip, her parents in Windsor chapel

Associated Press  

LONDON — After the pomp and pageantry of a grand state funeral, Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest with her husband and parents in an intimate ceremony in Windsor away from media cameras. King Charles III and senior royal family members gathered late Monday for the private interment ceremony at St. George’s Chapel, a gothic church on the grounds …

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, …

Images of Queen Elizabeth II: A life in pictures
2 years, 3 months ago

Images of Queen Elizabeth II: A life in pictures

The Independent  

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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 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 …

In pictures | Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch
2 years, 3 months ago

In pictures | Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch

The Hindu  

The crowning achievement of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, who died on September 8, 2022 after 70 years on the throne, was to maintain the popularity of the monarchy across decades of seismic political, social and cultural change that threatened to make it an anachronism. Television screen grab image taken on July 29, 2012, shows footage featured during the Opening Ceremony …

Queen Elizabeth II Dead Updates: Britain's Longest-Serving Monarch Passes Away at 96; PM Modi Recalls 'Memorable Meetings' With Her
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II Dead Updates: Britain's Longest-Serving Monarch Passes Away at 96; PM Modi Recalls 'Memorable Meetings' With Her

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II Updates: Queen Elizabeth II, who was “under medical supervision”, passed away at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace said on Thursday. “Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision,” Buckingham Palace said in a statement. She has taken to walking with the help …

In Photos: Queen Elizabeth II Over The Years
2 years, 3 months ago

In Photos: Queen Elizabeth II Over The Years

Huff Post  

Queen Elizabeth II, the world’s second-longest reigning monarch, died Thursday at the age of 96. via Getty Images Queen Elizabeth II driving a Daimler saloon car with Prince Charles and Princess Anne as passengers, circa 1957. Fiona Hanson/Pool/AFP via Getty Images Queen Elizabeth II returns to Buckingham Palace in central London after addressing Parliament during the official State Opening of …

Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96

Deccan Chronicle  

LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history and an icon instantly recognisable to billions of people around the world, died on Thursday. Seismic change Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne aged just 25 in 1952 in the aftermath of World War II, joining a world stage dominated by political figures from China's Mao Zedong to Soviet …

Queen dead aged 96: World grieves Britain's Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen dead aged 96: World grieves Britain's Elizabeth II

Daily Mail  

Queen Elizabeth II has died today aged 96. The Queen undergoes training as a Second Subaltern Elizabeth Windsor in the Auxiliary Territorial Service in 1945 The Queen smiles as she leaves for Kenya on 31 January 1952, pictured left, but looks sombre as she returns home following the death of her father, right February 1952: Princess Elizabeth and Philip in …

Queen Elizabeth's 70 years on the throne: Five things about Britain’s longest-serving monarch
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth's 70 years on the throne: Five things about Britain’s longest-serving monarch

Hindustan Times  

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, has died after reigning for 70 years. Here are some facts about the Queen: 1) Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926, at 17 Bruton St, London, and baptised on May 29, 1926, in the private chapel of Buckingham Palace. Catch all the health live updates of Queen Elizabeth II here 2) On November …

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, the monarch who brought stability to a changing nation
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II, the monarch who brought stability to a changing nation

NPR  

Queen Elizabeth II, the monarch who brought stability to a changing nation Hide caption Queen Elizabeth II poses in her coronation attire in the throne room of Buckingham Palace in London, after her coronation on June 2, 1953. Previous Next AP Hide caption Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Philip, play with son Charles, Prince of Wales and daughter Princess …

Queen Elizabeth II travels to Scotland for week of events
2 years, 5 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II travels to Scotland for week of events

Associated Press  

LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II traveled to her official residence in Scotland on Monday to open a week of traditional events, starting with an ancient ceremony at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The 96-year-old monarch, who has cut back on public appearances in recent months because of ongoing problems in moving around, took part in the “Ceremony of the Keys” in …

Queen Elizabeth II privately marks her 96th birthday
2 years, 8 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II privately marks her 96th birthday

LA Times  

Queen Elizabeth II is marking her 96th birthday privately Thursday, retreating to the Sandringham estate in eastern England that has offered Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and her late husband, Prince Philip, a refuge from the affairs of state. “I think the queen’s approach to birthdays very much embodies her ‘keep calm and carry on’ attitude,” said Emily Nash, the royal editor …

Queen Elizabeth II picks Windsor Castle, not Buckingham Palace, as permanent home
2 years, 9 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II picks Windsor Castle, not Buckingham Palace, as permanent home

Hindustan Times  

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II is unlikely to live at Buckingham Palace in London again, choosing her Windsor Castle residence in Berkshire as her base, according to a media report on Sunday. Britain's Queen Elizabeth II appears on a screen via videolink from Windsor Castle, during a virtual audience to receive the High Commissioner of Malawi, Dr. Thomas Bisika, at Buckingham …

Queen Elizabeth II cancels online meetings for the second time in a week due to COVID-19 symptoms, Buckingham Palace says
2 years, 9 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II cancels online meetings for the second time in a week due to COVID-19 symptoms, Buckingham Palace says

ABC  

Queen Elizabeth II has postponed two virtual audiences as she continues to experience cold-like symptoms from COVID-19, Buckingham Palace says. Key points: It is the second time the Queen has postponed virtual meetings while she recovers from COVID-19 The Queen spoke to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday over the phone for their weekly private conversation Buckingham Palace says the …

Queen Elizabeth II still has mild COVID symptoms, cancels online meetings
2 years, 10 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II still has mild COVID symptoms, cancels online meetings

India TV News  

Queen Elizabeth II canceled scheduled online engagements on Tuesday because she is still experiencing mild cold-like symptoms after testing positive for COVID-19, Buckingham Palace said. The 95-year-old monarch “has decided not to undertake her planned virtual engagements today, but will continue with light duties," a palace spokesman said. The palace said Sunday that Elizabeth, who has been fully vaccinated and …

Queen Elizabeth II's COVID-19 diagnosis casts a shadow over her Platinum Jubilee celebrations
2 years, 10 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II's COVID-19 diagnosis casts a shadow over her Platinum Jubilee celebrations

ABC  

COVID-19 has finally infiltrated the protective "HMS bubble" that has kept Queen Elizabeth II virus-free during the pandemic. Her "sincere wish" that Camilla take on the title of Queen Consort when Prince Charles becomes the King, offered some clarity around the Duchess of Cornwall's role. "It's clear that the Queen is looking to the future and is looking for an …

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 …

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee also marks 70 years since the death of her father, King George VI
2 years, 10 months ago

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee also marks 70 years since the death of her father, King George VI

ABC  

It was a "horrid good-bye at Heathrow", wrote King George VI's wife Queen Elizabeth of the final parting of their daughter Princess Elizabeth from the father she adored, Britain's King, on January 31, 1952. It was three days later and the Queen consort was writing to her eldest daughter, who by then was holidaying in Kenya en route to Australia …

Queen Elizabeth II backs plan to one day call son’s wife ‘Queen Camilla’
2 years, 10 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II backs plan to one day call son’s wife ‘Queen Camilla’

LA Times  

Queen Elizabeth II remembered the past and sought to cement the future of the monarchy Sunday as the United Kingdom marked the 70th anniversary of her rule. In remarks delivered in time for Sunday morning’s front pages, the monarch expressed a “sincere wish” that Prince Charles’ wife, Camilla, should be known as “queen consort” when her son succeeds her as …

How the Queen is spending her first Christmas Day without Prince Philip
2 years, 11 months ago

How the Queen is spending her first Christmas Day without Prince Philip

The Independent  

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Queen Elizabeth II to skip Christmas trip amid omicron surge
3 years ago

Queen Elizabeth II to skip Christmas trip amid omicron surge

Associated Press  

LONDON — Queen Elizabeth II has decided not to spend Christmas at the royal Sandringham estate in eastern England amid concerns about the fast-spreading omicron variant. Coronavirus infections are surging in Britain — up 60% in a week — as omicron replaced delta as the dominant variant, and Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said more new restrictions may have to …

The Firm will NOT allow the Queen to be alone this Christmas, claims royal expert
3 years ago

The Firm will NOT allow the Queen to be alone this Christmas, claims royal expert

Daily Mail  

The Royal Family will not allow the Queen to spend Christmas alone as she marks the festive season for the first time without the late Duke of Edinburgh, a royal expert has claimed. The Royal Family will not allow the Queen to spend Christmas alone without the late Duke of Edinburgh, a royal expert has claimed. She is pictured at …

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  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Queen Elizabeth II met with …

Queen Elizabeth II back at castle following hospital visit
3 years, 2 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II back at castle following hospital visit

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II was …

Queen Elizabeth II back at Windsor Castle after overnight hospital stay
3 years, 2 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II back at Windsor Castle after overnight hospital stay

LA Times  

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II was back at Windsor Castle on Friday and in good spirits after revelations that she spent the night in a London hospital earlier this week, Buckingham Palace said. The palace said the 95-year-old British monarch went to the private King Edward VII’s Hospital in London on Wednesday for “preliminary investigations.” She returned to her Windsor Castle …

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 …

Queen Elizabeth Marks 95th Birthday, No Public Celebrations
3 years, 8 months ago

Queen Elizabeth Marks 95th Birthday, No Public Celebrations

News 18  

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth, the world’s oldest monarch, turns 95 on Wednesday, but there will be no public celebrations of an occasion that comes just days after she bade a sad farewell to her husband of seven decades at his funeral. Elizabeth, who is also the world’s longest-reigning monarch, will be at the castle for her birthday, which traditionally passes off …

Queen Elizabeth II to Bury Her 'Strength and Stay' Prince Philip
3 years, 8 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II to Bury Her 'Strength and Stay' Prince Philip

News 18  

Queen Elizabeth II bids a final farewell to her late husband, Prince Philip, on Saturday, at a funeral restricted by coronavirus rules but reflecting his long life of military and public service. His death, after 73 years of marriage, has left a “huge void” in her life, the couple’s second son, Prince Andrew, said last weekend. – End of an …

Harry's Separation, Pandemic, Netflix Debacle: Just Like for Us, 2020 Has Been Hard for Queen Elizabeth II
3 years, 11 months ago

Harry's Separation, Pandemic, Netflix Debacle: Just Like for Us, 2020 Has Been Hard for Queen Elizabeth II

News 18  

Britain’s monarch has long occupied two roles — one as the head of the state and nation, the other as the head of her own family — and over the past 12 months she has been forced to confront crises on both fronts. “I want to thank them for all their dedicated work across this country, the Commonwealth and beyond, …

Many just want a hug for Christmas this year, says Queen Elizabeth
3 years, 11 months ago

Many just want a hug for Christmas this year, says Queen Elizabeth

Live Mint  

All many people want for Christmas this year is a simple hug, Britain's Queen Elizabeth said in her annual festive message, saying it would be hard for those who lost loved ones to Covid-19 pandemic or were separated by curbs on social mixing. In her traditional pre-recorded Christmas Day address to the nation, the 94-year-old monarch repeatedly spoke of hope …

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