The Latest Breaking News from Queen Elizabeth II

King Charles will not apologise for slavery during Caribbean tour

The King is expected to face renewed calls to say sorry for the UK’s role in the transatlantic trade in enslaved people

The Independent UK · Oct 2

Freddie Mercury song lyrics sell for £277,000 at auction

The handwritten lyrics by the Queen frontman were the highest-selling lot on day one of Propstore’s Music Live Auction.

Evening Standard · Oct 2

Why Did Uttanka Steal the Queen’s Precious Earrings?

What would you do if your teacher asked for a gurudakshina that could put your life in danger? In the Mahabharata, Uttanka faced exactly such a challenge. After completing his education and years of serving his guru, Uttanka insisted on offering a final gift before leaving. His guru, Rishi Veda,…

MyLifeXP · Sep 30

Which story was inspired by rogue waves hitting the Queen Mary? The Saturday quiz

From the Battle of Watling Street and dingo dollars to Atomic Monster, Hammer and Troma, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26

Princess Diana was 'told off' over her 'movie star hair'

Diana, Princess of Wales was "told off" by Queen Elizabeth for wearing her hair in a "movie star" style at a public event back in 1984 - and it prompted the late royal to adopt more "simple" styles in future.

BANG Premier · Sep 25

How Much Is Kate Middleton's 103-Year-Old Queen Mother Necklace Worth? Rare Royal Jewel Steals Spotlight at Tom Cruise Premiere

Kate Middleton brought the Queen Mother's historic 1923 amethyst necklace back into public view, though its true market value remains unconfirmed.

International Business Times UK · Sep 23

Universal Pictures to campaign The Odyssey's Anne Hathaway for supporting actress categories

Universal Pictures is to campaign Anne Hathaway for the Supporting Actress category ahead of next year's Academy Awards, following her portrayal of Penelope, wife of Odysseus, mother of Telemachus, and the queen of Ithaca, in Sir Christopher Nolan's movie The Odyssey.

BANG Premier · Sep 22

Feuds, power and entitlement: 5 revealing royal books

British publishing, like its women’s magazines, feeds off the royals. The latest tabloid furore is over Charles, Earl Spencer’s book, Swan Song, honouring his late sister Princess Diana. Spencer’s claim that King Charles spoke dismissively about his late wife soon after her death has already earned a sharp, and unusual,…

The Conversation · Sep 22

How a Queen Elizabeth tree initiative became a nationwide 3 million tree tribute

Queen Elizabeth II’s Queen’s Green Canopy began in 2021 as a tree-planting project marking her Platinum Jubilee. After her death in 2022, planting continued in her memory until March 2023. More than three million trees were ultimately planted across the UK, creating a lasting landscape record of her 70-year reign.

The Times of India · Sep 20

Quote of the Day by Queen Elizabeth II: ‘It has been women who have breathed gentleness and care into the harsh progress of mankind…’

Queen Elizabeth II's quote of the day from her Christmas message in 1966 celebrated the indispensable role of women in addressing social challenges. Her insights into their unyielding commitment to progress against prejudice underscored a growing acknowledgment of female influence in public affairs.

The Economic Times · Sep 20