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Former Colonies of Elizabeth II Want Their $400 Million Diamond Back From the Crown Jewels
The longest-reigning British monarch died on September 8. But many from her former colonies aren’t mourning.
‘She Is Irreplaceable’: Hong Kong’s Queen Superfans Are in Mourning
Beijing’s tightening grip has fuelled colonial nostalgia in the former British colony.
‘Last King of Jamaica’: The Countries That Could Ditch the Monarchy After Queen's Death
Queen Elizabeth II originally ruled over 32 countries, but her successor King Charles III is the monarch in 15. Could more countries now decide to go it alone?
Bereavement Study Delayed Because UK Is Mourning the Death of the Queen
The UK Independent Commission on Bereavement said it was delaying the launch of its report out of respect for the royal family.
Hours After the Queen’s Death, People Are Calling for an Australian Republic
“I find it inconceivable that in a thousand years time, Australia’s head of state is still going to be the monarch of the United Kingdom.”
What Buckingham Palace Looked Like on the Day the Queen Died
Mourners gathered all evening outside the royal residence after the news of Queen Elizabeth II's death broke.
‘Her Legacy Will Loom Large’: World Reacts to Death of Queen Elizabeth II
World leaders are sharing their condolences after the death of the Queen.
For the First Time in 70 Years the UK Has a King. Here’s What Happens Next.
Normal TV programming stops, the UK prepares for its biggest ever state funeral, and the national anthem changes.
Twitter Experiences Intermittent Outages Following Death of Queen Elizabeth II
After the death of the 96-year-old head of state, Twitter users are experiencing what appear to be intermittent outages.
All the History the Queen Witnessed During Her 96 Years
The Queen’s life spanned dozens of Prime Ministers, Presidents, the start and end of wars and colossal cultural shifts.