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Queen Elizabeth II

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was the queen of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, as well as the head of the Commonwealth. She was born in 1926 and died on September 8, 2022.

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Photo issued by the Bank of England of the new banknotes carrying a portrait of King Charles III which will be issued for the first time on Wednesday.

UK: King Charles banknotes enter circulation

Banknotes bearing the image of King Charles have begun to appear in British wallets.
SocietyJune 5, 2024
A sheet of £10 banknotes featuring the face of King Charles III.

Are all Commonwealth countries releasing King Charles money?

Starting June 5, the king's image will appear on bills in the UK. Some Commonwealth countries are ready for a change.
CultureJune 5, 2024
King Frederik and Queen Mary waving from the balcony of Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen

Across the world, kings and queens continue to reign

Despite transitions toward democracy in Denmark and elsewhere, royals rule worldwide. Some monarchs enjoy absolute rule.
PoliticsJanuary 15, 2024
Picture of three women of different ages looking away from the camera, one of them is wearing a crown.

How Netflix's 'The Crown' has kept royal watchers riveted

The final season spotlights Princess Diana's death, Charles marrying Camilla and the queen reflecting on her reign.
CultureNovember 14, 202312 images
Frankreich König Charles zu Besuch in Paris

France holds rich state banquet for King Charles III

President Macron welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla with full pomp at the Palace of Versailles.
HistorySeptember 21, 2023
King Charles and Camilla standing in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate in 2019

How German are the British royals?

More ties than you might think: As King Charles III is crowned, DW takes a look at the British royals' German roots.
SocietyMay 5, 2023
People are waiting for the changing of the guard in front of the Buckingham Palace, London

10 places to feel like royalty in London

King Charles III's coronation takes place on May 6. Here are some sights associated with the royals in London.
TravelMay 5, 202310 images
King Charles, still a prince in 2000, wears a headset

King Charles III: The soundtrack for a coronation

The musical selection for the royal event of the year, the coronation of Charles III, is surprisingly modern.
MusicMay 5, 2023
Barry Humphries, in three-piece suit and tie, smiles into the camera as he leans against a doorframe

Barry Humphries, creator of Dame Edna Everage, dead at 89

Humphries spent seven decades in show business, creating characters loved by millions. He died Saturday in Sydney.
SocietyApril 22, 2023
Australian $5 notes are pictured in Sydney, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022.

Australia's new $5 banknote won't feature King Charles

The new $5 banknote will no longer feature the British monarch after Elizabeth II's death, the central bank said.
PoliticsFebruary 2, 2023
A young Iranian woman cuts her ponytail off during a protest outside the Iranian consulate in Istanbul, as a crowd cheers around her

2022 in pictures: A look back

War, climate catastrophe and COVID marked a year of crisis. But the last 12 months also had bright spots.
PoliticsDecember 31, 202214 images
Harry, Meghan and a dog smiling as they take a selfie.

'Harry & Meghan' decries UK's racism and media abuse

In the first episodes of the Netflix docuseries "Harry & Meghan," Prince Harry likens Meghan to his mom, Princess Diana.
FilmDecember 8, 2022
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Ukraine leads 2022 Google search trends in Germany

In 2022, German users primarily searched Google for news and background information on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
SocietyDecember 7, 2022
The St. Edward's Crown on display in 2013

Historic crown gets modifications for King Charles III

The St. Edward's Crown has been taken out of the Tower of London to be modified for the coronation ceremony next year.
December 4, 2022
Marble memorial slab for Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by flowers

Stone slab laid at Queen Elizabeth's burial site

The stone records the birth and death dates of the queen, who ruled for 70 years and died this month at the age of 96.
PoliticsSeptember 24, 2022
A man reading a newspaper with the headline "The Queen is dead" and a picture of Queen Elizabeth II

What can we learn from Queen Elizabeth II?

Young Ghanaians reflect on the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II
PoliticsSeptember 24, 202220:00 min
The Prince of Wales reads the Queen's speech at the State Opening of Parliament 2022

Untangling the complex finances of King Charles

Will Britain's new king be an active investor or let others take the reins of his newly inherited fortune?
BusinessSeptember 21, 2022
The coffin of Britain's Queen Elizabeth is transported to St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle after the state funeral held Westminster Abbey.

Queen Elizabeth laid to rest in state funeral

She was laid to rest with her husband, parents and younger sister.
SocietySeptember 19, 2022
Kenia | Reaktionen zum Tod von Queen Elizabeth II

AfricaLink on Air — 19 September 2022

Queen Elizabeth's funeral+++The Commonwealth in Africa+++Abductions in Cameroon+++The painkiller syrup killing children
PoliticsSeptember 19, 202229:59 min
Queen Eilzabeth II, Staatsbegräbnis

Queen Elizabeth's funeral: An unparalleled police operation

The British capital is at standstill for the Queen's funeral as the biggest police operation in its history unfolds.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 2022
Interior of the medieval St. George's chapel.

Queen Elizabeth's final resting place, St. George's Chapel

Almost all of the royal family's funeral services are held at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle.
CultureSeptember 19, 2022
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden (right) view the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II, in London on September 18, 2022

Biden pays respects at Queen's coffin

The US president and his wife Jill are in Britain for the funeral of the country's longest reigning monarch.
SocietySeptember 18, 2022
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British monarchy keeps UK from coming apart

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SocietySeptember 18, 2022
Close up of the face of King Charles

What does King Charles mean for the monarchy?

King Charles III will be under scrutiny as the role of the monarchy is questioned in Britain and abroad.
SocietySeptember 18, 2022
Late Queen Elizabeth II's grandchildren around her coffin; they have their heads lowered in mourning

UK: Queen Elizabeth's grandchildren hold vigil

Members of the public also filed by to pay respects to the late queen.
SocietySeptember 18, 2022
Trauer um Queen Elizabeth I Totenwache der Enkel

Who is and isn't invited to the queen's funeral?

Millions will watch the queen's funeral on their screens. But who will get to attend the funeral in London in person?
PoliticsSeptember 18, 2022
Prince Charles attends a rural livelihoods event in Abuja, Nigeria

Does Commonwealth have a future in Africa?

Is the Commonwealth of Nations more than a postcolonial club? Many Africans wonder what purpose it may serve today.
PoliticsSeptember 17, 2022
Little girl covered in the Union Jack stands in the middle of millions of flowers laid by mourners to pay their respect to the late Queen Elizabeth II near the gates of Buckingham Palace in London

Britain's Queen Elizabeth to get private burial

The palace revealed more details of the plan for the queen's state funeral service in Westminster Abbey.
CultureSeptember 15, 2022
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Inside Europe: 15.09.2022

A turning point in the Ukraine war, the Brussels terror trial, the ex-Czech PM in the dock and Britain mourns the Queen.
PoliticsSeptember 15, 202254:59 min
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reacts during Question Time at Parliament House

Australian PM says focus not on becoming a republic

Anthony Albanese said that right now the priority was not to remove the monarch as head of state.
PoliticsSeptember 15, 2022
A statue of Queen Elizabeth with the Australian flag at half-mast in the background

What is the future of the Commonwealth after Elizabeth?

The death of Queen Elizabeth II raises questions as to what the future holds for this family of nations.
SocietySeptember 14, 2022
The Queen's casket in Westminster Hall

UK: Queen lies in state as mourners pay their respects

The Queen will lie in state for the next four days at Westminster Hall until her state funeral on September 19.
PoliticsSeptember 14, 2022
Mosaic of the queen

Queens's death sparks hunt for memorabilia

Souvenir stores in London and around the world are busy as Brits say farewell to their late queen.
BusinessSeptember 14, 202202:12 min
A hearse entering the gates of Buckingham Palace

Queen Elizabeth II's casket arrives at Buckingham Palace

Queen Elizabeth's casket, which was flown from Edinburgh to London, became the most tracked flight in history.
SocietySeptember 14, 2022
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Britain's King Charles III and Queen Consort meet with members of the public during a visit to Hillsborough Castle

UK's King Charles in Belfast as free speech concerns mount

As King Charles III visits Northern Ireland, UK police face criticism over their treatment of anti-monarchy protesters.
SocietySeptember 13, 2022
UK Queen Elizabeth II gestorben Buckingham Palace

Farewell Queen Elizabeth II: The funeral procession route

The final solemn journey of Queen Elizabeth II.
TravelSeptember 13, 202211 images
King Charles III looks at a cake of a crown on a purple cushion with other people standing around him

7 reasons why the Germans love the Royals

Around 50% of all Germans are ardent fans of the British royal family. Where does this passion come from?
CultureSeptember 13, 2022
King Charles III

Londoners' advice for King Charles: Stay out of politics

The key to boosting King Charles' approval ratings will be remaining in a traditional role, some of his subjects say.
PoliticsSeptember 12, 2022
The queen's coffin in St. Giles' Cathedral

Queen Elizabeth II honored at Scotland's St.Giles' Cathedral

The queen's coffin arrived at the cathedral following a procession joined by King Charles III and his siblings.
SocietySeptember 12, 2022
A hearse carrying Queen Elizabeth II's coffin enters Edinburgh

UK: Queen Elizabeth's coffin arrives in Edinburgh

The Queen's coffin arrived in the Scottish capital, where it will lie in rest until Tuesday.
SocietySeptember 11, 2022
A mug commemorating the death of Queen Elizabeth II

UK: Business is brisk — but sad — near Buckingham Palace

Vendors near the UK's monarchy's London residence are used to making money from royalty. This time it's very different.
PoliticsSeptember 11, 2022
King Charles III during the Accession Council at St James's Palace

Prince William vows support for King Charles III

Prince William has spoken up about the loss of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.
SocietySeptember 10, 2022
Britain's King Charles III delivers his address to the nation and the Commonwealth from Buckingham Palace

Charles pays emotional tribute to his mother

Britain and the world are reflecting on the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II and her role in shaping the world.
PoliticsSeptember 10, 2022
People stand outside the gates of Buckingham Palace, which have been decorated with flowers

United in grief: UK mourns Queen Elizabeth II

People in the crowd outside Buckingham Palace had a broad spectrum of views on Queen Elizabeth II and her legacy.
HistorySeptember 9, 2022
The head of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a crown in 2008

Queen's death sparks mixed feelings in Africa

Reactions to Elizabeth's death have been mixed in Africa, where Britain once ruled more than half the territory.
SocietySeptember 9, 2022
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AfricaLink on Air — 9 September 2022

Africans react to the death of the British monarch +++ Queen Elizabeth II had a special relationship with Africa
PoliticsSeptember 9, 202229:54 min
Queen Elizabeth II visits Jaipur, India, in 1961

South Asia's difficult ties to British monarchy

In spite of their difficult colonial past, India and Pakistan had a cordial relationship with Queen Elizabeth II.
SocietySeptember 9, 2022
A tribute to Queen Elizabeth II is on display on giant screen in Piccadilly Circus

Queen's death brings UK to a standstill

Events from politics to sports and culture have been canceled or rescheduled to mark the passing of Elizabeth II.
PoliticsSeptember 9, 2022
The crowd watch a film of Queen Elizabeth II having tea with Paddington Bear on a big screen at the Platinum Jubilee concert taking place in front of Buckingham Palace

Stars say farewell to the queen

Tributes for Queen Elizabeth II have been pouring in from musicians, writers, actors — and even a famous bear.
CultureSeptember 9, 2022