Big Ben Got A New Face Just In Time For This Tragic Event
Recently, the Elizabeth Tower in London (also known as "Big Ben") received a beautiful facelift. However, its unveiling came just prior to a tragic event.
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Who Pays For A British Royal Funeral?
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom engaged in a lengthy period of public pageantry mixed with mourning. It all comes with a price tag.
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David Bowie's Advice He Received From A Buddhist Monk Was A Real Game-Changer
In the late 1960s, David Bowie ended up at Samye Ling, a Buddhist monastery located in Eskdalemuir, Scotland. There, he would receive a bit of profound advice.
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The Unexpected Role Rod Stewart's Wife Will Play At Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
British rocker Rod Stewart's wife will play an unexpected role at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on September 19.
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Here's Why 38 Rounds Were Fired During The Queen's Funeral Procession
Centuries of tradition have come into play with the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with special ceremonies, processes, and procedures falling into place.
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The Truth About The Royal Welsh Goat
History is filled with stories of the connections made between soldiers and animals -- dogs and horses especially. One group of Welsh soldiers cherishes a goat.
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What Princess Anne's Last 24 Hours With Her Mother Queen Elizabeth Were Like
Princess Anne spent time with her mother before she died.
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Why You Rarely Hear About The Queen's Youngest Son
Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch in British history and has four children. However, you don't hear much about her youngest son.
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The Untold Truth Of King George VI's Funeral
Until Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, a full state funeral for a monarch hadn't been seen since the death of her father, King George VI, in 1952.
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The Creepy Way Queen Elizabeth II's Death Was Predicted On Twitter
It turns out someone on Twitter predicted Queen Elizabeth II's death on September 8, 2022, and what's more, the person made another royal prediction as well.
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The Long And Storied History Of Garden Gnomes
Garden gnomes have a long, bizarre history that spans ancient statues of deities, real-life human beings, and the modern iteration of the gnome.
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What Will The Era Of King Charles III Be Called?
The New Elizabethan Age came to an end when Queen Elizabeth II died.
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Inside The Royal Rules Of Bowing And Curtsying
The U.K.'s royal family has centuries of tradition and practice informing nearly every move, including how they greet and depart from one another.
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The Queen's Funeral Planning Was A Bigger Undertaking Than This Huge Sporting Event
As the longest reigning monarch in the history of the U.K., Queen Elizabeth's death was felt around the world. Fittingly, her funeral is a colossal event.
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Last Veteran Of Band Of Brothers Dies At 101
One by one, the eyewitnesses to the globe-altering events of World War II are slipping into eternity: James Martin, the last of the "Band of Brothers."
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Inside The Duties Of A Royal Guard's Shift
They are the very visual definition of pageantry: the queen's royal guards, with their bright red tunics, tall bear fur hats, and disciplined precision.
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These Are Camilla Parker Bowles' Two Children
In February 2022, Queen Elizabeth II announced her support for Camila Parker Bowles to become queen after her death. Here are the new queen's two children.
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The Charges Against A Man Holding Eggs At The Queen's Funeral Procession Explained
During the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II, a man was arrested for holding eggs. Here's why holding eggs during the procession got him arrested.
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Iggy Pop's Experiences During An Infamous Race Riot Inspired One Of David Bowie's Classic Songs
Detroit has also seen its fair share of riots. And one of its more notable inhabitants, rocker Iggy Pop, got an up close and personal look at one of them.
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The First Mourner At The Queen's Procession Has A Surprising Connection To The Royal Family
No question but that individuals around the world are mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II. A fortunate few have been able to express their grief in person.
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The Biggest Theories On Why The Queen's Coffin Moved To Westminster Hall At Exactly 2:22 Pm
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin was moved from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall at exactly 2:22 pm. These are the theories attempting to explain why.
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The Real Reason Members Of The Royal Family Wore Black Veils At The Queen's Coffin Procession
One important piece of mourning attire for royal ladies is black veils worn over the face. Here's the real reason members of the royal family wear them.
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Parts Of The World That May Eventually Be Too Hot To Live In
Here are a few places that could become too hot for humans to inhabit if nothing is done to reverse the trend of climate change. Some are closer than you think.
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The Pearl Earrings On The Queen's Coffin Crown Have A Storied Past
Tucked under the orb and cross at the top of the queen's coffin crown hang four large pearls known as Queen Elizabeth's Earrings. Here's their history.
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This Fascinating History Of The Gun Carriage In Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral
Queen Elizabeth II was carried to Westminster Hall via a gun carriage procession. This is the fascinating history and symbolism behind the gun carriage.
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The Whimsical History Of Westminster's Birdcage Walk
Queen Elizabeth's funeral procession through London will include passing by St. James's Park, site of Birdcage Walk, a bit of street with a long history.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Brendan Fraser
Brendan Fraser has a comeback in 2022 with "The Whale," but over the past two decades, his life has seen a lot of low points, both personal and professional.
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