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On this day in 1942, Newcastle-born Pte Adam Wakenshaw was killed in action on the desert sands of Egypt, with his super-human bravery earning him a posthumous Victoria Cross

Reports have suggested that Prince William and Kate Middleton will move into Adelaide Cottage on the Windsor estate this summer with their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis - and the property has a lot of history

Prince Philip was a notable absence from the Platinum Jubilee celebrations after his death aged 99 in 2021. His first meeting with the Queen was over 80 years ago

Analysis: the Queen’s age means a reduction in duties, and succession planning is well under way

The fact that this weekend 1,775 street parties are being held in the UK reflects just how much the British public respect Queen Elizabeth as she celebrates her Platinum Jubilee, marking the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne. The stamina of the 96-year-old monarch is quite remarkable.

The Queen turned 96 in April and has been commended for still carrying out public duties at her age.

The Queen’s official coronation took place in 1953

The Corgi cafe, exclusively for the Queen’s favourite breed, was staged in London to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee

LONDON — It’s been billed as the party of all parties, a star-studded four-day celebration of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch for her 96th birthday and 70 years on the throne.

London (AFP) - Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday kicked off the first of four days of celebrations marking her record-breaking 70 years on the throne, to cheering crowds of tens of thousands of people.

London (AFP) - Tens of thousands of people cheered Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday as she appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on the first day of celebrations marking the British monarch's 70 years on the throne.