The evacuation of the square in Central London rattled the capital on the third day of Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. The police later said it was not related to terrorism.
Author: MARK LANDLER
Jubilee Honors Queen Elizabeth, but Also Highlights Her Increasing Absences
Throngs of admirers cheered Queen Elizabeth II at her Platinum Jubilee appearance on Thursday, but she was unable to attend a service on Friday. Prince Charles, in a familiar role, played the understudy.
Prince Harry and Meghan Make Their First Appearance at the Jubilee
The appearance by Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, at St. Paul’s Cathedral on Friday was their first official royal outing since early 2020.
Prince Andrew Tests Positive and Will Miss Jubilee Event on Friday
The thanksgiving service was the only major event of the Platinum Jubilee that the prince had been expected to attend.
Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrates Her 70 years on the Throne
The dysfunction of the royal family was pushed temporarily offstage on Thursday by a joyful celebration of its 96-year-old matriarch, whose reign has been an anchor for her country.
Queen Elizabeth will skip Friday’s church service after ‘discomfort’ during the jubilee’s first day.
The queen will not attend a thanksgiving service on Friday that is a major event of her Platinum Jubilee.
Washington Warns Britain to Temper Its Spat With E.U. Over Northern Ireland
A senior U.S. diplomat urged London and Brussels to discreetly resolve their disputes, citing the need to unify the West behind Ukraine amid Russia’s onslaught.
In London, a Long-Awaited High-Tech Train Is Ready to Roll
The Elizabeth line, 13 years in the making, will soon uncoil under central London with cathedral-like stations and roomy cars. Its managers say it’s a testament to the power of public transportation.