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Barack and Michelle Obama mourn the passing of their friend Elizabeth II

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8th September 2022
Former US President Barack Obama has shared a tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II, recalling her as a monarch who “wore her lofty titles with a light touch.” The full statement issued on behalf of President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama reads: “From the day of her coronation 70 years ago—the first ever televised—to this very moment, as countless tributes are being posted…
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Prince William is now heir to the throne

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8th September 2022
Prince William is now first in line to the throne. He became heir on the accession of his father, His Majesty The King. The death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on September 8th 2022, saw the throne pass to her elder son who is now King Charles III. His own first born…
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His Majesty will rule as King Charles III

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8th September 2022
The office of The King has confirmed that His Majesty will rule as Charles III. The Prime Minister had earlier referred to The King as Charles III, appearing to confirm the regnal name of the new Monarch. In a brief statement outside 10 Downing Street, just two days…
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is dead

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8th September 2022
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is dead. Her Majesty passed away peacefully at Balmoral Castle on September 8th 2022. Members of her family, including her eldest son, Charles, were with her at the time. He now succeeds his mother as king. In a short statement, Buckingham Palace said ”The Queen died peacefully at…
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Operation Unicorn is now underway as The Queen dies in Scotland

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8th September 2022
Her Majesty The Queen has died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, and Operation Unicorn is now underway. Operation Unicorn was organised if The Queen was to die in Scotland, which, sadly, has now taken place. Immediate business in the Scottish Parliament has been suspended to prepare for the state funeral. A 10-day mourning period will now be underway. Her body will be transferred to…
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The Archbishop of Canterbury leads prayers for The Queen as her health causes concern

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8th September 2022
The Archbishop of Canterbury has led prayers for The Queen after doctors said Her Majesty’s health was giving cause for concern. Justin Welby said ”My prayers, and the prayers of people across the Church of England, and the nation, are with Her Majesty The Queen today. May God’s presence strengthen and comfort Her Majesty, her family, and those who are caring for her at…
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