Elizabeth II

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II looks on during a visit to officially open the new building at Thames Hospice, Maidenhead, England July 15, 2022.

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's monarch for 70 years, dies

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died at the age of 96.

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's monarch for 70 years, dies
The Crown

On 'The Crown,' music that tells the tale of an evolving age

On 'The Crown,' music that tells the tale of an evolving age
Scottish supporters from the "No" campaign celebrate as they hold up a Union flag in the city of Edinburgh.

Alex Salmond's resignation is a 'sea change' in Scottish politics

Alex Salmond's resignation is a 'sea change' in Scottish politics
Britain's Queen Elizabeth talks with Pope Francis during a meeting at the Vatican April 3, 2014.

Obama was so last month. Today, the queen met Pope Francis

Obama was so last month. Today, the queen met Pope Francis

Around the world, people remember Britain's Margaret Thatcher, dead at 87

Around the world, people remember Britain's Margaret Thatcher, dead at 87

In tough economy, London Olympics share common bond with 1948 games

In the immediate aftermath of World War II, the 1948 Olympic Games in London occurred at a time of widespread austerity. Countries across the world were just beginning to recover from the war and, like today, trying to figure out how to strengthen their economies.

In tough economy, London Olympics share common bond with 1948 games

Reflecting on London 1948: The Austerity Olympics

The last time London hosted the games, in 1948, was a time of austerity in Britain and the games reflected that austerity.

Reflecting on London 1948: The Austerity Olympics

Queen's Diamond Jubilee a sign of the evolution, rise of the British monarchy

After enduring years of scandal and declining public respect, the British monarchy is once-more at the top of its popularity. That will be on display this week with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebration, marking 60 years since she took the throne.

Queen's Diamond Jubilee a sign of the evolution, rise of the British monarchy
The World

Sea Lampreys: Great Lakes Catch Fit for an English Queen

The English city of Gloucester is preparing to bake a ceremonial pie for Queen Elizabeth II. The recipe calls for sea lampreys which come from Lake Huron. Marc Gaden with the Great Lakes Fishery Commission is in charge of getting the catch to England.

Sea Lampreys: Great Lakes Catch Fit for an English Queen

Celebrating 60 Years of Queen Elizabeth II

As the Queen celebrates 60 years on the throne, The World's Alex Gallafent looks back at the circumstances in which Princess Elizabeth became Queen Elizabeth II.

Celebrating 60 Years of Queen Elizabeth II

An Intimate Look at Queen Elizabeth II's Reign

An Intimate Look at Queen Elizabeth II's Reign

Special Relationship? Behind the Doors of Buckingham Palace

With President Obama staying at Buckingham Palace, Britain's so-called special relationship with the US is appears as strong as ever. But The World's Patrick Cox reports that many Britons aren't so sure that President Obama likes them all that much.

Special Relationship? Behind the Doors of Buckingham Palace
The World

Queen Visit: Britain and Ireland Bury the Hatchet

Anchor Marco Werman speaks with the BBC's Audrey Carville, who is in Dublin, about the reaction to Tuesday's historic visit to Ireland by Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Visit: Britain and Ireland Bury the Hatchet

Colin Firth turns a king common in 'The King's Speech'

Colin Firth talks with The Takeaway about why it's easy for audiences to relate to England's King George VI in the new film, "The King's Speech."

Colin Firth turns a king common in 'The King's Speech'
The World

Pope urges Britain to resist secularism

Pope Benedict has said he wants to 'extend the hand of friendship' to the whole of the UK during his visit. He also urged the British to resist 'more aggressive forms of secularism'. Laura Lynch reports.

Pope urges Britain to resist secularism