“The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral
this afternoon”. These are the shocking words that echoed through
the United Kingdom just a month ago. Despite her age and her health
concerns in recent times, the death of Queen Elizabeth II came as a
surprise to many and caused a country to think, again, about its
own image. Looking back at those days and the late Queen’s life,
it’s fascinating…
It’s been a month since the United
Kingdom heard the dreadful news – its Platinum Queen had died. It’s
quite challenging to write down the rollercoaster of emotions felt
in those early hours: shock, sadness and an enormous sense of grief
for the loss of someone so…
Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most
photographed people in the world, with her portraits hung in
government buildings and on currency, coins, and stamps across the
Commonwealth. She was also the subject of countless paintings,
sculptors, and artists. Designs of two more…
William's first speech as Prince of Wales centres on wildlife honouring Queen Elizabeth II
7th October 2022
Prince William made his first speech as
The Prince of Wales, where he campaigned for support for the
environment and wildlife and remembered his grandmother, Queen
Elizabeth II. Speaking at the event for United for Wildlife,
William spoke of his late grandparents Queen Elizabeth II and
Prince Philip, and his father, King Charles, for their part in
shaping his passion for conservation.
With the royal mourning period following
the death of Queen Elizabeth II over, the United Kingdom is
transitioning into the reign of King Charles III. Amid that
transition is the distribution of currency featuring His Majesty
The King. The Royal Mint has released a…
True Royalty is paying tribute to Queen
Elizabeth II with a new programme on their streaming service.
Recollections – Memories of Her Majesty is now streaming and
available to all. Unlike most programmes on True Royalty, this
tribute piece is not behind a paywall and…
The new Prince and Princess of Wales met
with Royal National Lifeboat Institution crew members and shop
volunteers at Holyhead RNLI on their quick visit back to the
island. The RNLI has long-standing royal connections, including
with the late Queen. Queen Elizabeth II became patron of the
RNLI in 1952, shortly after ascending the throne. Before becoming
patron, the then-21-year-old Princess…
Over 50,000 letters sent to Buckingham Palace immediately after the death of Queen Elizabeth II
1st October 2022
Over 50,000 letters and messages of
condolence have been sent to Buckingham Palace since Queen
Elizabeth II’s death on 8 September, the palace revealed. In a new
photograph released by the palace, the Correspondence Team is shown
sorting through letters sent to King…
A much-loved cheeky feature has been
quietly retired from Google Maps following the death of Queen
Elizabeth II. Prior to her death, if one were to access the street
view around Buckingham Palace, they would see a “royal” figure
representing the neighbourhood the user…
Star Wars composer and Disney CEO are the last honorary knighthoods approved by The Queen
29th September 2022
Star Wars composer John Williams and
former Disney CEO Bob Iger are the last honorary knights approved
by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Ninety-one-year-old
Williams was cited for his contributions to the film music
industry. As for Iger, he was acknowledged for his contribution to
UK and US relations. Williams is considered one of the world’s
greatest film composers and has won…
