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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

‘Christmas will feel very different without Queen Elizabeth’: Kate Middleton

Britain’s Princess of Wales paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth at a carol service in Westminster Abbey, saying the royal family’s first Christmas without the late monarch would ‘feel very different’. King Charles, accompanied by Queen Consort Camilla, joined his son Prince William, Kate Middleton and other members of the family at the service in the Abbey, where Elizabeth’s funeral was held in September. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin reaches Windsor Castle

Windsor: On Sept 19, Queen Elizabeth's coffin arrived at Windsor Castle, her final resting place. People lined the route her hearse took from London, throwing flowers, cheering, and clapping as it passed from the city to England's countryside that she so loved throughout her life. Thousands more had crammed into the capital to witness the procession and funeral, in a fitting tribute to Britain's longest-serving monarch who won global respect during 70 years on the throne. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in Politics

Biden pays respects to Queen Elizabeth II

London: On Sept 18, U.S. President Joe Biden paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth on the eve of her state funeral. He appeared on a balcony overlooking the coffin of Britain's late monarch as she lay in state. As Biden took his place on the balcony alongside his wife Jill, he made the sign of the cross before briefly placing his hand on his heart. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

King Charles III, William and Harry escort Queen's coffin

London: On September 14, King Charles, his sons Princes William and Harry and other senior royals joined a solemn procession taking Queen Elizabeth's coffin for her final journey from Buckingham Palace. Walking directly behind were Charles and his siblings, Anne, Andrew, and Edward. Huge crowds gathered in central London to witness the queen being taken from the palace to parliament as artillery guns fired salutes and Big Ben tolled. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

King Charles III addresses British parliament

On Monday, King Charles III called Britain’s parliament the “living and breathing instrument of our democracy” and pledged to follow his late mother Queen Elizabeth II’s example in maintaining its independence in an address to both chambers. Charles arrived at Westminster Hall in London to a fanfare of trumpets with his wife Camilla, Queen Consort, for the address. After that, the new monarch set out for Edinburgh to join his siblings for a solemn procession when the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is taken to the city’s historic cathedral. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Pakistan to observe day of mourning for Queen Elizabeth II’s death

Islamabad: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb announced on Sunday that Pakistan will observe a day of mourning over Queen Elizabeth’s death on Monday. Aurangzeb issued a news statement to confirm, “Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given approval to (a proposal) of observing a day of mourning over the demise of the Queen of the United Kingdom. September 12 (Monday) will be observed as the day of mourning in Pakistan.” Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Family rush to be with Queen Elizabeth as doctors voice concern

Balmoral: On Thursday, family members rushed to be with Queen Elizabeth after doctors said they were concerned about her health. They said that she should remain under medical supervision. "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 said in a statement. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in Politics

Queen Elizabeth 'deeply saddened' by death of Japan's Abe

London: On July 8, Britain's Queen Elizabeth said that she was “deeply saddened” by the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday. "My family and I were deeply saddened to hear the news of the sudden and tragic death of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe," said the 96-year-old monarch."I wish to convey my deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and to the people of Japan at this difficult time." Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Queen Elizabeth tests positive for Covid-19

It emerged that the 95-year-old Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for COVID and has “mild” symptoms. Buckingham Palace announced in a statement the 95-year-old British monarch would continue to perform light duties. “Buckingham Palace confirms that the queen has today tested positive for COVID,” the statement said. “Her Majesty is experiencing mild cold-like symptoms but expects to continue light duties at Windsor over the coming week. She will continue to receive medical attention and will follow all the appropriate guidelines,” it added. Read More…

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