Too many ‘petty snubs’ at Queen Elizabeth II mourning as Prince Harry is stripped of right to wear military regalia
Prince Harry has been given an “unnecessary snub” by the Firm, as the mourning Prince has been told he is unable to wear his military uniform at his grandmother’s funeral. Although Harry had his military titles removed by the Queen after stepping down from senior royal duties in 2020, since...
Ukrainian troops pound Russian forces as they sustain momentum that major territorial gains
Ukrainian troops continued to pile unrelenting pressure on retreating Russian forces on Tuesday, seeking to hold on to their sudden momentum that has produced major territorial gains. Fresh yellow-and-blue flags fluttered from the tallest buildings left in partly destroyed towns around Ukraine’s second city, Kharkiv, while Ukrainian soldiers inspected charred...
Moscow dodges questions on losses incurred by Russian troops at hands of marauding Ukraine army
Ukrainian forces swept deeper into territory seized from fleeing Russian troops on Monday and joyful residents returned to former frontline villages, while Moscow’s leaders dodged any discussion of their troops’ retreat in northeast Ukraine. Ukraine’s general staff said its soldiers had recaptured more than 20 towns and villages in just...
Tensions soar in Queen’s family as Prince Andrew is heckled during funeral procession in Edinburgh
A man was seen pointing at and heckling Prince Andrew as the Queen’s coffin made its way through the streets of Edinburgh on Monday afternoon. The protester who made it to the barricades was seen on live television shouting at the disgraced Duke of York. He appeared to shout: “Andrew,...
Kenyan media question accreditation of journalists who’ll cover swearing-in of new president
On Tuesday, Uhuru Kenyatta is expected to hand over the instruments of power including a ceremonial sword and a copy of Kenya’s Constitution to the new president William Ruto. Mr Ruto will be the first to take the Oath of Office, becoming Kenya’s fifth president since independence. He will be...
English Premier League postpones all football matches as world mourns Queen Elizabeth II
The Premier League and EFL have announced that all of this weekend’s matches have been postponed as a mark of respect for Queen Elizabeth II, who has passed away at the age of 96. All matches in the four divisions across the weekend, up to and including Monday night’s Premier...
Former Chelsea, Arsenal defender says Blues’ transfer business was money down the drain
William Gallas has criticised Chelsea for their “desperate” business in the summer transfer market with the club failing to get value for money. The Blues spent more than any other Premier League club this summer with new owner Todd Boehly splashing £255.3 million on a number of players, including Raheem...
Queen Elizabeth’s doctors alerted family of her failing health; only Prince Charles made it before she breathed last
The nation’s longest-reigning monarch passed away aged 96 at her private royal residence in the Scottish Highlands, one of her favourite places, on Thursday afternoon. Members of the Royal Family made their way to Balmoral as it became clear that she had taken a turn for the worst. Only Charles,...
King Charles III expresses ‘greatest sadness’ after death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II
King Charles has tonight revealed his “great sadness” as he paid tribute to his mother The Queen after her death at 96. Charles, who will now be known as Charles III, said: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for...
Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96, her eldest son and heir takes over the reins as King Charles III
Britain’s longest-reigning monarch passed away at the age of 96, after 70 years on the throne. She is succeeded by her eldest son and heir, the Prince of Wales, who becomes King Charles III. Her Majesty’s death comes after one of the most significant periods of her reign, in which...
