King Charles III has photo of his mother nearby for 1st speech
King Charles III delivered his first speech as the monarch of the United Kingdom Friday — and by his side was a photo of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, smiling in a bright blue outfit.
“Queen Elizabeth’s was a life well lived, a promise with destiny kept and she is mourned most deeply in her passing,” Charles III, 73, said during the speech. “That promise of life-long service I renew to you all today.”
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Charles III shares his ‘love for Harry and Meghan’ in 1st speech
In his first televised address as king, Charles III took a moment to ‘express his love’ for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who left public duties in the royal family more than two years ago.
“I want to also express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas,” Charles II said.
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Prince William and Kate become Prince and Princess of Wales
Prince William and Kate Middleton have assumed the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales, King Charles III announced in his first speech as UK monarch on Friday.
Kate takes on the same title held by William’s mother, Diana.
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Queen Elizabeth once appeared in a fashion show: Anna Wintour
“Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by British-American journalist and editor, Anna Wintour (R), views British designer Richard Quinn’s runway show before presenting him with the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design, during her visit to London Fashion Week’s BFC Show Space in central London on February 20, 2018.”
Vogue’s Anna Wintour revealed in a tribute that the Queen said she once appeared in a fashion show before she became monarch.
“She said it with joy and humor that bounded around the room, lighting it up: An everyday occurrence for Her Majesty, an unforgettable one for the rest of us,” Wintour wrote after the Queen’s death on Thursday.
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King Charles III greets mourners outside Buckingham Palace
”King Charles III greets mourners when arriving at Buckingham Palace in London, Friday, Sept. 9, 2022.”
King Charles III greeted mourners outside of Buckingham Palace as he returned to London following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
Cheers erupted from the crowd outside as his car pulled up to the palace and some chanted “God Save the King” as Charles and Queen Consort Camilla got out of their vehicle.
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What a ‘slimmed down’ monarchy could look like under King Charles III
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King Charles III has reportedly considered restructuring the British monarchy for quite some time.
According to The Telegraph and Tatler, The King plans to reduce the monarchy to a team of just seven key members, all senior working royals, according to the publications.
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King Charles III will be proclaimed the new king on Saturday
”Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay while in Scotland, during a roundtable with attendees of the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation seminar to discuss allergies and the environment, at Dumfries House, Cumnock on September 7, 2022 in Lanark, Scotland.”
King Charles III will be formally recognized as the new king on Saturday, Buckingham Palace announced.
Charles, who is the Queen’s eldest son and heir, automatically became king when Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday.
But he will be proclaimed by the Accession Council at 10 a.m. on Saturday, which means his accession to the throne is formally recognized.
Members of the UK Parliament stand in silence to remember the Queen
”Members of the UK House of Commons standing and wearing dark clothing”
The UK parliament met on Friday, where lawmakers dressed in dark clothing and stood in silence to mark the Queen’s death.
How the royal line of succession to the British throne has changed now Charles is king
“Queen Elizabeth II and her son Charles in 2019.”
The death of Queen Elizabeth II automatically set in motion consequential shifts for the line of succession to the British throne.
The Queen’s death marks one of the most significant shifts in the line of succession to the British throne in the 70 years since she became Queen following the death of her father, King George VI.
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Prince Harry didn’t get to see the Queen before she died, reports say
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Prince Harry didn’t get to see Queen Elizabeth II before she died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Thursday, multiple reports say.
Earlier that day royals had rushed to Balmoral, the family’s estate, in the wake of the palace’s announcement that the Queen’s doctors were “concerned” for her health.
But according to several reports, Harry was still aboard a private jet heading to Scotland’s Aberdeen airport when Buckingham Palace announced that the Queen had died earlier that afternoon.
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The Queen was head of the Commonwealth for 70 years. Big changes could be in store after her death.
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For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II played a key role in keeping the Commonwealth alive.
Her death marks the beginning of a new chapter for the 54 countries once under her leadership.
With Charles taking over as King, the future of the Commonwealth is left in an uncertain state.
The Commonwealth is a remnant of the former British Empire and, according to the official website, is home to 2.4 billion people living in the “world’s largest, smallest, richest and poorest countries, spanning five regions.”
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UK government warns of ‘risks to public safety’ as crowds gather to mourn the Queen
“Crowds gather in the twilight in front of Buckingham Palace to pay their respects following the death today of Queen Elizabeth II in Balmoral, on September 8, 2022 in London, England.”
The UK’s government warned of public safety risks in London as the country prepares for the Queen’s funeral and a wealth of other commemorative events.
On Friday, the Cabinet Office issued a statement on Friday saying “we expect large crowds,” which could cause “significant crowding and delays on some public transport.”
The funeral date has not been set at time of writing, but is expected to come at the end of the 10-day period of official mourning. Her death was announced on Thursday afternoon.
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How the UK and the world’s top papers marked the Queen’s death
“How the UK and the world’s top newspapers commemorated the death of Queen Elizabeth II.”
On Friday, newspapers in the UK and around the world commemorated the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
See some of the most striking front pages here:
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King Charles III declares period of mourning
“Queen Elizabeth II (R) stands with Britain’s Prince Charles, Prince of Wales to watch a special flypast from Buckingham Palace.”
A Buckingham Palace statement on Friday said the king wished that “a period of Royal Mourning be observed from now until seven days after The Queen’s Funeral.”
It said that the date of the funeral will be announced “in due course.”
The period “will be observed by Members of the Royal Family, Royal Household staff and Representatives of the Royal Household on official duties, together with troops committed to Ceremonial Duties,” the palace said.
World leaders pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II after her death
“The Queen and Justin Trudeau”
World leaders and public figures have shared their reactions to the death of the British monarch.
French President Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Liz Truss, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy were among those who reflected on her death.
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Buckingham Palace opens online book of condolence
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The palace opened a digital book of condolence, writing that “a selection of messages will be passed onto members of the Royal Family, and may be held in the Royal Archives for posterity.”
Watch the exact moment White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre learned of Queen Elizabeth II’s death in the middle of a press briefing
“White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks during the daily press briefing at the White House, September 08, 2022 in Washington, DC. Jean-Pierre said President Biden’s thoughts are with Queen Elizabeth II and the family.”
A video clip captured the moment White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre learned of Queen Elizabeth II’s death during a routine press briefing.
Jean-Pierre was answering a reporter’s question on the Inflation Reduction Act on Thursday afternoon when journalists at the briefing notified her that the Queen had died.
“Okay, so that’s been confirmed?” she asked after a brief pause. The reporters affirmed the news.
“Our hearts and our thoughts go to the family members of the Queen, goes to the people of the United Kingdom,” she said.
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THEN AND NOW: 22 photos that show how royal life has changed over the years
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Queen Elizabeth died on September 8 after 70 years of rule, and the monarchy looks markedly different than it did when came to power. Some strict rules have been relaxed or changed, and younger members of the royal family continue to challenge traditional rules and roles of royalty.
Here’s how royal life has changed over the years.
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Here’s what we know about Queen Elizabeth II’s final hours
“Queen Elizabeth at Trooping the Colour”
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Queen Elizabeth II died at age 96 on Thursday — concluding her 70-year reign.
The Queen had faced health challenges during the later chunk of her life — having experienced brief hospitalization in October of last year, continuous episodic “mobility issues,” and a case of the coronavirus in February.
But hours before her death Thursday in the afternoon, Buckingham Palace released a statement: “Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision.”
The palace added that she was “comfortable.”
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The Queen had stopped breeding her iconic corgis years ago so they wouldn’t outlive her
“Queen Elizabeth posing with a corgi on February 04, 1970.”
Queen Elizabeth II had dozens of royal corgis throughout her historic 70-year reign, starting with Susan, the Pembroke Welsh corgi that the Queen received as a gift on her 18th birthday in 1944.
The royal corgis that followed were all descendants of Susan, with the Queen personally owning more than 30. The last corgi personally owned by the Queen, Willow, died in 2018 just days before the Queen’s 92nd birthday.
She had stopped breeding the dogs several years prior because “she didn’t want to leave any young dog behind” when she died, a close friend of hers told Vanity Fair.
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Queen Elizabeth II saw 16 British prime ministers and 14 US presidents serve during her reign
“Queen Elizabeth and Winston Churchill in 1953 with her two sons next to her”
While on the throne, the Queen saw 16 prime ministers serve Britain, from Winston Churchill to the newly chosen Liz Truss. With each she maintained a “special relationship,” holding private audiences for them on a regular basis.
Insider has put together a timeline showing the scale of her life and reign, and the era-defining leaders whose tenures she outlasted.
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Why Commonwealth countries still fight for independence from royal rule
“Queen Elizabeth II Beginning Her Jubilee Tour In This Commonwealth Country Just Three Days After The Funeral Of Her Younger Sister. Changing From Her Black Mourning Clothes She Chose A Bright Orange Colour To Celebrate This Important First Overseas Visit Of Her Jubilee Year. She Is Inspecting A Guard Of Honour Of The Jamaica Defence Force.
Commonwealth nations are mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who helmed the association of 56 countries since her ascension to the throne in 1952.
The Queen was widely respected by Commonwealth countries, making her a “hard act to follow,” Royal historian and author Hugo Vickers told Insider.
But the Commonwealth, comprised largely of former British colonies, has grappled with criticism for its imperialist origins, leading some member states to reconsider their ties to the group.
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Putin expresses ‘deepest condolences’ over death of Queen Elizabeth
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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday expressed his “deepest condolences” over the death of Queen Elizabeth.
In a telegram to King Charles III, Britain’s new monarch, Putin said the queen was a major historical figure during her 70-year reign.
“For many decades,” he wrote, “Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage.”
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A Canadian citizenship ceremony was delayed after officials were confused about whom to swear allegiance to
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A Canadian citizenship ceremony was delayed on Thursday as officials figured out whom to swear allegiance to after Queen Elizabeth II’s death, according to a journalist who attended.
The virtual Canadian citizenship ceremony, which had 141 attendees, was halted as officials talked to each person individually, investigative journalist Roberto Rocha, who attended the ceremony with a friend, tweeted.
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Queen Elizabeth II’s death announcement via Twitter shows how much the monarchy has changed since her father’s death in 1952
“King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in the gardens at Windsor Castle, England, on July 8,”
The announcement of Queen Elizabeth II’s death, which first came from a Twitter post shared by the Royal Family, highlights how communication from the monarchy has changed since she ascended to the throne 70 years ago.
With the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952, Elizabeth became Queen at age 25. News of George’s death, however, did not travel as quickly as it did when his daughter passed away.
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Liz Truss, on her third day of being the UK’s prime minister, pays tribute to the Queen’s 70-year reign
The UK Prime Minister Liz Truss paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II following the death of the monarch who reigned for 70 years.
Truss formally took the mantle of prime minister just three days ago— an appointment that is made directly by the Queen.
Speaking outside No. 10 Downing Street, Truss described the Queen as “the rock on which modern Britain was built.”
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Trump releases statement about the Queen’s death
Former President Donald Trump expressed his “sincere condolences” in a statement about the dealth of Queen Elizabeth II, saying he and former first lady Melania “will always cherish our time together with the Queen.”
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Royal family members pay tribute
Senior members of the royal family are paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
Following her death, social media accounts for Prince William, Kate Middleton, King Charles, and Camilla, the queen consort, retweeted the statement initially shared via the official account for the royal family, which has over 1.2 million likes as of Thursday.
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King Charles III is the oldest person to become king in British history at age 73
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King Charles III has now become the oldest person in British history to be king — at age 73.
King Charles releases first statement in the wake of Queen Elizabeth’s death
King Charles III released a statement — his first as King — in the wake of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II’s, death.
“The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family,” King Charles wrote in a statement shared by Buckingham Palace on Twitter.
“We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved mother,” he continued.
King Charles added that during the mourning period, “my family and I will be comforted and sustained by our knowledge of the respect and deep affection in which The Queen was so widely held.”
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Here’s what will happen at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral
With Queen Elizabeth’s death, preparations now turn to her funeral.
Buckingham Palace has spent decades preparing for the Queen’s death, ensuring the transition to a new monarch goes as smoothly as possible.
Part of these preparations included planning the Queen’s funeral, which will not take place until 10 to 12 days after her death, as Insider previously reported.
The funeral will be a bank holiday in the UK.
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Prince Charles becomes King
The Queen’s eldest son, Charles, has automatically ascended to the throne since the Queen’s death.
Charles will have a coronation around a year after her death, as Insider previously reported.
Here’s how the British monarchy will change:
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UK’s national anthem will now change following Queen Elizabeth’s death
The lyrics to the United Kingdom’s national anthem will now change following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Her oldest son, Prince Charles, is taking the throne, so the lyrics to “God Save the Queen” are changing to “God Save the King.”
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When Queen Elizabeth met President Trump
Queen Elizabeth II met with every US president who served during her life, except Lyndon B. Johnson.
The Queen’s meetings with President Donald Trump, in 2018 and again in 2019, were surely the most unusual.
Trump had become so politically toxic that his first state visit to Britain was downgraded to a working visit. This meant no pomp, no pageantry, and no ballroom banquet hosted by the Queen.
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Queen Elizabeth II is dead at 96, bringing her unprecedented 70-year reign to a close
Queen Elizabeth II has died.
Buckingham Palace announced that the 96-year-old British monarch had died on Thursday.
“The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” the Royal Family announced. “The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”
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UK Parliament staffers are rushing to get black ties as Queen’s doctors are ‘concerned’ for her health: reporter
After Buckingham Palace announced that doctors were concerned about Queen Elizabeth II’s health on Thursday, staffers in Parliament rushed out to get black ties for members, Telegraph reporter Camilla Turner reported.
The precaution came as Turner described the mood in Parliament as “somber.” Royal family members — including the Queen’s children and grandchildren — have traveled to Balmoral in Scotland to be by the Queen’s side.
The tone was matched on the BBC, which suspended its regular programming until 6 p.m. local time to focus on coverage of the Queen’s health.
The network’s broadcasters have also been wearing black, although representatives wouldn’t comment on whether the outfit changes were tied to the Queen’s health.
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Prince Charles, Prince Andrew, and Queen’s grandchildren are in Scotland to be with her: BBC
Members of the royal family are arriving in Scotland to be with the Queen after it was announced that the 96-year-old is under medical supervision at her residence at Balmoral.
A plane carrying seven members of the royal household arrived in Aberdeen just before 4:00 p.m. local time, BBC News reported in a broadcast.
According to BBC, Prince William, Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, and Sophie Wessex were on the plane.
Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles have been with the Queen since the palace announced her medical supervision earlier Thursday.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are also traveling to Scotland.
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Liz Truss, who just met the Queen to become Prime Minister, says her thoughts are with Her Majesty amid health concerns
The UK’s new prime minister, Liz Truss, said on Thursday that Queen Elizabeth II is in her thoughts as the royal leader is under medical supervision in Scotland.
In a statement shared on Twitter shortly after 12:30 p.m. local time, Truss said the “whole country will be deeply concerned by the news from Buckingham Palace this lunchtime.”
“My thoughts — and the thoughts of people across our United Kingdom — are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family at this time,” Truss wrote.
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The Queen’s doctors are ‘concerned’ for the 96-year-old monarch’s health, palace says
Queen Elizabeth II‘s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson has said in a statement.
“Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision,” the spokesperson said in the statement sent to Insider.
“The Queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral,” they added.
The palace didn’t give further information regarding Her Majesty’s condition. However, royal author Omid Scobie wrote on Twitter that immediate family members have been informed.
Meanwhile, royal correspondent Roya Nikkhah shared a statement from Clarence House on Twitter, stating that Prince Charles and Camilla have traveled to the Queen’s Balmoral estate in Scotland, where she is being supervised by doctors.
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