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William pays tribute to the Queen’s optimism in Jubilee concert speech

William pays tribute to the Queen’s optimism in Jubilee concert speech

The crowds heard archive recordings of the Queen speaking about the future of the planet in 1989 during her Christmas Message.

Sing-song for royals as George and Charlotte join flag-waving Windsors

Sing-song for royals as George and Charlotte join flag-waving Windsors

The royal family celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by turning out to watch the BBC’s star-studded concert on Saturday night.

Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda performs King George III song in front of royals

Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda performs King George III song in front of royals

King George III is the Queen’s great-great-great-great grandfather.

Daniel Craig and Sir Paul McCartney among celebrities hailing Queen

Daniel Craig and Sir Paul McCartney among celebrities hailing Queen

Famous faces praised the monarch in pre-recorded video messages during the special Jubilee event.

Poll predicts heavy Tory by-election loss amid reports PM faces leadership test

Poll predicts heavy Tory by-election loss amid reports PM faces leadership test

A survey suggests Boris Johnson’s party is trailing Labour by 20 points ahead of the Wakefield by-election on June 23.

Comedian Lee Mack makes partygate joke in front of PM during jubilee concert

Comedian Lee Mack makes partygate joke in front of PM during jubilee concert

The joke came only a day after Boris Johnson was booed when arriving at another Platinum Jubilee celebration at St Paul’s Cathedral.

Queen + Adam Lambert open Platinum Party with electric set of classic hits

Queen + Adam Lambert open Platinum Party with electric set of classic hits

The Queen and Paddington bear introduced the band by tapping out the beat of We Will Rock You on teacups.

Queen in comic sketch with Paddington Bear at Jubilee concert

Queen in comic sketch with Paddington Bear at Jubilee concert

The monarch appeared alongside the digitally animated character in secretly recorded footage which aired at the BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace.

Queen launches Platinum Party with tea with Paddington

Queen launches Platinum Party with tea with Paddington

Thousands queued in The Mall for much of the day for the musical tribute in honour of the Queen’s 70-year reign.

Partygoers soak up atmosphere ahead of Buckingham Palace concert

Partygoers soak up atmosphere ahead of Buckingham Palace concert

Some 22,000 people are marking the historic occasion outside the royal residence.

Russian accused of killing Alexander Litvinenko reportedly dies from Covid-19

Russian accused of killing Alexander Litvinenko reportedly dies from Covid-19

Dmitri Kovtun was one of two men who a UK inquiry ruled had laced the former Russian spy’s tea with a rare radioactive substance in 2006.

Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

The special concert celebrating the Queen’s 70-year Jubilee will be broadcast live on BBC One on Saturday evening.

Kate visits children and families unable to take part in Jubilee celebrations

Kate visits children and families unable to take part in Jubilee celebrations

The Duchess of Cambridge was seen at the bedside of seven-day-old Florence Charlotte Rose Clements.

At least 20 easyJet flights cancelled as travel misery continues for passengers

At least 20 easyJet flights cancelled as travel misery continues for passengers

The budget airline confirmed ‘a small portion’ of flights were cancelled on Saturday from Gatwick and Schiphol aiports.

Animal activists taken away by police after running on track at Epsom Derby

Animal activists taken away by police after running on track at Epsom Derby

Pro-vegan climate group Animal Rebellion said six women entered the area wearing sashes reading ‘Animal Justice’.

Excited Anne cheers and applauds in Queen’s absence at Epsom Derby Day

Excited Anne cheers and applauds in Queen’s absence at Epsom Derby Day

The monarch did not attend the major sporting event on Saturday, opting to view it on television from Windsor Castle.

Rail trespasser in Potters Bar delays 101 trains on main line out of London

Rail trespasser in Potters Bar delays 101 trains on main line out of London

The number of cancelled trains is expected to rise.

More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Dozens of Cardigan Welsh corgis and Pembroke Welsh corgis were brought to the event.

Man in critical condition after being pulled from River Thames

Man in critical condition after being pulled from River Thames

The Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards is investigating the incident.

George and Charlotte impress at Jubilee concert rehearsals in Cardiff

George and Charlotte impress at Jubilee concert rehearsals in Cardiff

The Prince and Princess took to the stage to have a go at conducting and operating the lighting and sound system.

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