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The Queen leads congratulations as Team GB finally strikes gold in Beijing

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21st February 2022
The Queen has sent a message of congratulations to Team Great Britain’s Curling teams following the women’s gold medal win and the men’s silver medal win on the final weekend of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games in Beijing. Posted to the Royal Family’s social media accounts, the message reads: “I send my warmest congratulations to the Team GB Women’s Curling team on your outstanding…
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Just what the doctor ordered - The Queen enjoys a winner over jumps as she battles Covid

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20th February 2022
The Queen won a maiden hurdle at Newbury Racecourse, just hours after Buckingham Palace announced that the 95-year-old monarch had tested positive for Covid-19. Her Majesty was no doubt cheering on Kincardine from home at Windsor Castle as the horse jumped to victory under jockey Nico de Boinville. The Queen is well known for her many successes as a racehorse owner, with Her Majesty winning…
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The Queen tests positive for Covid-19

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20th February 2022
The Queen has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing mild cold-like symptoms. Buckingham Palace confirmed on Sunday morning that the 95-year-old monarch has contracted coronavirus which she has spent the last two years trying to avoid. A spokesperson said Her…
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The Queen holds audience at Windsor Castle

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17th February 2022
The Queen held an audience at Windsor Castle, her first in person appearance since her son, the Prince of Wales tested positive for the second time for COVID-19. Her Majesty received Rear Admiral James Macleod as he relinquished his appointment as Defence Services Secretary. She also received Major General Eldon Millar as he takes up his new role as Defence Services Secretary. Upon their…
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Governor General unveils new Canadian Platinum Jubilee emblem

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8th February 2022
The Governor General of Canada has shared a new heraldic emblem for The Queen’s Canadian Platinum Jubilee.  Shared on social media on Monday, 7 February, the new design is described as: “Created and painted by Cathy Bursey-Sabourin, Fraser Herald, the emblem’s seven-sided shape, seven pearls and seven maple leaves all celebrate the 70 years of Her Majesty’s reign.” …
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