Full coverage: Britain's Queen Elizabeth II dies; Charles becomes king
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Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and a rock of stability across much of a turbulent century, has died. She was 96. Elizabeth spent more than seven decades on the throne.
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Queen Elizabeth II was a constant presence, the only monarch most Britons have ever known as the country rebuilt from war, lost an empire, transformed its economy, and much more.
Queen Elizabeth II was the only monarch most Britons have ever known. Now her son Charles faces an enormous challenge: Building the same affection that characterized the relationship between his mother and the British public.
🎧 Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, has died. She was 96. Listen to this special episode of our daily podcast for more details.
King Charles III has been officially announced as Britain's monarch in a ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted on British banknotes and coins for decades. So what happens next after her death?
King Charles III will be taking a shortcut and a smoother ride to Westminster Abbey, trimming the procession route his mother took in 1953 as he aims for a more modest coronation that will include some modern touches.

