Commonwealth countries revive debate on British monarch as head of state
Independent nations such as Australia and Antigua and Barbuda will vote on whether to remove King Charles as head of state.
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Independent nations such as Australia and Antigua and Barbuda will vote on whether to remove King Charles as head of state.
Royal subjects and international figures alike paid tribute to the royal, who reigned for over 70 years.
The decision by the newly ascended King Charles III means his youngest son, Prince Harry, will have to wear a suit despite his 10 years of military service.
Kate, Princess of Wales, called her son "so sweet" and shared what he said about the queen's passing.
Now a father, the younger brother of William and sixth in line to the British throne wants to do things his way.
Upon his ascent to the throne, King Charles III passed his previous title – the Prince of Wales – to his oldest son, who is now next in line for the crown.
The British government's plan for the 10 days between the queen's passing and her state funeral — known as Operation London Bridge — has been in the works for decades.
King Charles III has addressed the United Kingdom for the first time as head of the commonwealth as the country mourns the loss of his mother Queen Elizabeth II. CBS News' Lana Zak and royal contributor Amanda Foreman react to his remarks.
Britain is mourning the death of its longest-serving monarch, as the country prepares for a new era. Queen Elizabeth II's son Charles is expected to address the world as the new King of England. Global business consultant Hilary Fordwich explains the global legacy she leaves behind and what comes next for the new king.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were married for 73 years – the longest marriage in British royal history.
Buckingham Palace confirms "period of Royal Mourning" and other plans for the immediate aftermath of the first monarchical succession in generations.
The loyal breed remained her constant companion, from childhood all the way through her time in Buckingham Palace.
The British royal family is racing to Scotland to be with Queen Elizabeth II. Buckingham Palace announced on Thursday that doctors are concerned about her health and she will remain under medical supervision. CBS News anchors Errol Barnett and Tanya Rivero spoke with journalist Tina Brown, author of "The Palace Papers" and recipient of the Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
She came to the throne unexpectedly, endured countless dramas and, in the end, likely saved Britain's royal family.
"The Queen's doctors are concerned for Her Majesty's health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision," Buckingham Palace said.
The house is just a short distance away from where the royal family traditionally spends the holiday season.
It has been 25 years since Diana, Princess of Wales, was killed in a car crash in Paris. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee reports from London on how the "People's Princess" is being remembered.
Swapping a 20-bedroom palace in central London for a so-called cottage in the country may seem illogical, but the royals have some very common motivations.
Alexandra Pettifer, who nannied Princes William and Harry, also got a public apology for "fabricated" allegations that she had an affair with their father.
Heir to the British throne's office says "correct processes were followed" after Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani handed him $3.2 million in cash.
Colorful pageantry, boundless national spirit, and chilled family drama were on display at the festivities honoring Britain's beloved 96-year-old monarch, Queen Elizabeth II.
The United Kingdom and its 14 Commonwealth realms are marking the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne
Throwing a party for a 96-year-old woman who's been in the same job for 70 years might seem like a farewell party. But Britain's monarch isn't done setting records yet.
The United Kingdom is celebrating Queen Elizabeth II and her 70 years on the British throne. CBS News anchors Errol Barnett and Tanya Rivero spoke with Vanity Fair staff writer Erin Vanderhoof about the festivities coming up this week.
Cultural changes brought by everything from rock and roll to mass immigration have transformed the U.K. over the past 70 years, but if the queen herself has changed, there's little sign of it.