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The Queen officially starts off the London Marathon for the first time

The Queen officially started off the London Marathon for the first time this morning. The 92-year-old Monarch started the race by pressing a button from Great Windsor Park where Her Majesty is staying for the weekend. At 10:00am, The Queen’s face was broadcast on the big screens at the official start of the marathon in Blackheath, London. Upon the press of a button, she sent around 40,000…
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Who was in the Royal Box for The Queen's birthday concert?

Thousands of people attended The Queen’s birthday concert at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday, with millions more tuning in from around the world. But the best seats in the house were reserved for members of one particular family. Here we take a look at who was sat in…
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The Queen surprises everyone as she makes an appearance on the Royal Albert Hall stage

The Queen surprised the crowd and television audience on Saturday as she made an appearance on the Royal Albert Hall stage following the conclusion of her 92nd birthday party. Her Majesty did not speak but waved to the crowds in thanks for all of the good wishes she has received. She was also presented with a posy of flowers from a young boy called Mason who also celebrates his birthday on today…
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Confusion as Ed Balls, Frank Skinner and Harry Hill perform at The Queen's Birthday Party

People took to social media on Saturday evening to air their confusion over one of the acts asked to perform at The Queen’s 92nd birthday party. Comedians Frank Skinner and Harry Hill were joined on stage by Former Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Ed Balls, who performed a number in tribute to George Formby OBE. The Royal Family showed their appreciation following the performance Playing…
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92 facts about The Queen

As The Queen turns 92-years-old, Royal Central takes a look at some interesting, funny and sometimes bizarre facts about the monarch. As a teenager, the then Princess Elizabeth, and her sister Princess Margaret, would act out and perform a number of pantomimes during the…
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Rwanda to host the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting after Malaysia pulls out

The leaders of the Commonwealth group of nations have this evening decided to hold the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Rwanda after Malaysia pulled out. The next Heads of Government meeting will take place in the African country in 2020 – exact dates have not yet been announced. Malaysia was due to host the summit, however, they pulled out after Prime Minister Najib Razak…
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