February 1952: Newsreels report accession of Queen Elizabeth II

February 1952: Newsreels report accession of Queen Elizabeth II

Internet Explorer 11 is not supported. For the best experience, visit our website with a different browser. NEXT Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 70 years on the British throne 01:31 The royal commentator speculates on Prince Andrew’s remarriage to Sarah Ferguson 02:12 If Prince Andrew does settle, he’s unlikely to admit his guilt, says the royal … Read more

Queen ‘set example’ by sitting alone at Philip’s funeral, says archbishop

Queen ‘set example’ by sitting alone at Philip’s funeral, says archbishop

The Archbishop of Canterbury hath praised the Queen for “doing the right thing” by sitting alone at the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral. Justin Welby, speaking ahead of the 70th anniversary of the Queen’s access to the throne, also commended her for showing “duty, leadership and character”. On Sunday, she will become the first British monarch … Read more

Queen in touching nod to beloved 'papa' as she browses Jubilee memorabilia

Queen in touching nod to beloved 'papa' as she browses Jubilee memorabilia

The Queen paid a touching tribute to her late father George VI as she viewed Jubilee memorabilia while wearing brooches gifted by him. Elizabeth II was close to her father, whose death from lung cancer began the start of her reign in 1952, and is said to be similar to him in character, sharing the … Read more

Catwalk queen who fluctuated between skinny and plus-size says she's happier as a larger competitor

Catwalk queen who fluctuated between skinny and plus-size says she's happier as a larger competitor

A woman who has been a model from skinny to plus size due to a medical condition says she is happier – as a larger catwalk queen. Hannah Golding, 32, has been a size 8 up to a size 20 throughout her 12-year pageantry career. Her weight has always fluctuated and last year was finally … Read more

Queen Elizabeth now has her own brand of ketchup, brown sauce

Queen Elizabeth now has her own brand of ketchup, brown sauce

Queen Elizabeth is now the ketchup queen, too. The 95-year-old has just released her own brand of ketchup and brown sauce. according to the Sunthe tomato-based ketchup is “ideal for breakfast or any time of the day” and is “flavored with dates, apple juice and spices,” while the brown sauce, which is similar in taste … Read more