Queen pays surprise visit to mark new London subway line named after her
The 96-year-old monarch's in-person appearance ahead of celebrations to mark her 70-year reign came after a cancelation blamed on "mobility problems."
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The 96-year-old monarch's in-person appearance ahead of celebrations to mark her 70-year reign came after a cancelation blamed on "mobility problems."
The monarch had missed the opening of Parliament only twice before, leaving some to wonder if she'll attend celebrations to mark her record 70-year reign in just a few weeks.
British Army taking the "breach of security extremely seriously" after an impostor managed to eat and dine with troops, and even spend the night on the base.
The monarch was one of many members of Britain's royal family to attend the ceremony for Prince Philip in London, but a few were notably absent.
The founder of SBTV helped launch the career of notable British music artists, including rapper Dave and Ed Sheeran.
Buckingham Palace is dealing with another major scandal, this time over a charity led by Prince Charles. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Philips joins "CBS News Mornings" from London with the latest.
The queen's eldest son and heir to the throne tested positive last week, not long after spending time with his mother. Now Charles' wife is also self-isolating.
The queen's eldest son and heir to the throne is now self-isolating, which is still the rule in England, but may not be for much longer.
Queen Elizabeth marked the historic milestone of 70 years on the British throne, and said it's her "sincere wish" for Prince Charles's wife Camilla to be known as Queen Consort when Charles becomes king. BBC royals correspondent Sarah Campbell joins "CBS News Mornings" with more from the House of Windsor.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth is celebrating 70 years on the throne and offering her blessing for Prince Charles' wife, Camilla, to be called Queen Consort upon him becoming king. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Phillips reports from London, and CBS News royal contributor Amanda Foreman joins Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss.
Queen Elizabeth will celebrate a record-breaking 70 years on the British throne on Sunday. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more in this week's London Calling.
The job advert wants someone with a "proactive approach" and a willingness to work for $12.96 an hour, the base wage in U.K..
Prince Andrew has been stripped of all his military titles and charities as he faces a lawsuit connected to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more in this week's "London Calling."
Prince Andrew was recently stripped of all his military titles as he faces a sexual abuse lawsuit. He denies the charges. The question remains whether Queen Elizabeth will take away his Duke of York title as she prepares for her platinum jubillee celebration. BBC royals reporter Sarah Campbell joins "CBSN AM" from London with more.
A judge has given the green light to a lawsuit by a woman who has accused Prince Andrew of sexually abusing her when she was 17. The prince's lawyers asked for the case to be dismissed because of a settlement Virginia Giuffre reached with lawyers for Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams joins CBSN AM from England with the story.
The Pope and Queen Elizabeth both delivered their annual holiday messages on Christmas as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt traditional Christmas celebrations. Roxanna Saberi reports.
The suspect, a 19-year-old man from Southampton, did not enter any buildings on the grounds.
The royal wowed a Christmas Eve audience with a beautiful piano performance alongside singer-songwriter Tom Walker.
Prince Andrew has asked a judge to toss out a sexual abuse lawsuit filed against him by Virginia Giuffre. BBC correspondent Jonny Dymond joins "CBSN AM" with the latest on that plus other news from the royal family.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II called on world leaders to take urgent action on climate change in a video message at the U.N. climate summit in Scotland. The 95-year-old monarch was due to attend the event in person, but she pulled out following doctors' orders to rest. BBC News correspondent Daniela Relph has the latest news from Buckingham Palace.
The Palace made the announcement just two days after the 95-year-old queen pulled out of the COP26 climate summit.
Queen Elizabeth has pulled out of hosting a major reception for world leaders at the upcoming COP26 climate change summit. The 95-year-old monarch was due to travel to Scotland for the high-profile engagement, but will send a video message instead. Earlier this month, the queen had an overnight stay at a hospital. BBC News royals correspondent Jonny Dymond joins CBSN AM to discuss the queen's health.
Demonstrators took to the streets around Sudan's capital city after the country's top general seized power in a military coup. Meanwhile, a U.S. official said a drone attack on a military outpost in Syria where U.S. troops are based is believed to have been carried out by Iran, and a diplomatic crisis between Turkey and Western nations appears to have been narrowly averted. Also, Japan's Princess Mako married her commoner boyfriend and forfeited her royal status following unusual scrutiny and criticism of the engagement. CBS News' Haley Ott joins CBSN AM from London with those international stories.
U.K. leaders have extended the country's lockdown for an extra three weeks as the country's death toll is expected to surpass 14,000. Prince William is opening up about the royal family and his father's COVID-19 diagnosis, admitting he was "quite concerned." Imtiaz Tyab reports on how Britain is dealing with the crisis.
Queen Elizabeth gave a rare public address on Sunday as the country battles the coronavirus pandemic. The queen's speech urged unity and gratitude in these trying times. Elizabeth Palmer reports.