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Queen Elizabeth II is dead, Buckingham Palace announces

Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the UK for 70 years, passed away at Balmoral at the age of 96. After worries about her health grew early on Thursday, her family…

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Doctors are concerned about Queen Elizabeth II’s health

On Thursday, concerns for Queen Elizabeth II increased as Buckingham Palace announced that her doctors were "concerned" for her health and advised that she continue to be under medical monitoring.…

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Royal Family responds to the Barcelona terror attack

The Royal Family has sent their condolences to the victims of the Barcelona attack that has left 14 dead and several others injured. The sequence of events: Van crashes into…

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Queen Elizabeth to receive £6m pay rise

Queen Elizabeth is to receive an 8% increase in income from public funds, after the Crown Estate's profits rose by £24 million. The Sovereign Grant, which pays for the salaries…

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. KADUNA DECLARATION: OSINBAJO MEETS WITH 36 STATES GOVERNORS Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, met with State Governors, as part of the…

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Queen Elizabeth removes her crown to give her speech for the first time in 43 years (WATCH)

Theresa May had her first Queen's speech this morning and some viewers were more focused on the Queen's colourful look, as it is the first time she is giving a…

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. COURT ORDERS DSS TO RELEASE IFEANYI UBAH WITHIN 24 HOURS The High Court sitting in Lagos, has on Thursday, ordered the…

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Queen Elizabeth pays surprise visit to young victims of Manchester attack (PHOTOS)

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II paid a surprise visit to the children's hospital where young victims of the terror attack on a Manchester Arena concert on Monday night. Online magazine,…

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Queen Elizabeth visits victims of the Manchester terror attack

Queen Elizabeth II, has on Thursday, visited the victims of the Manchester terror attack at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital today. The Queen had earlier released a statement after the terror…

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Ọọ̀ni of Ifẹ̀ Oba Adéyeyè Ògúnwùsì (Òjàjà II) pays historic visit to UK

The Ooni of Ife His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, President of Ghana, His Excellency, Nana Akufo-Addo and Former Prime Minister of Barbados Arthur Owen are expected…

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From Nigeria to Turkey, here are the top 10 photos of the past week

From Theresa May's lovely curtsy for the Queen of England to the terrifying truck attack in Nice, France, here are the top 10 photos from around the world this past week:…

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Annie Leibovitz captures the Queen of England in 8 powerful photos for Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair contributing photographer Annie Leibovitz captures Queen Elizabeth II in a series of portraits to mark her 90th birthday. The resulting portfolio—which includes two photos exclusive to Vanity Fair—captures the Queen in…

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From a little princess to ruler of the British Empire; life of Queen Elizabeth in photos

Today is the 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth - the world's oldest reigning monarch. Born April 21, 1926, in London, to the Duke and Duchess of York, Queen Elizabeth started…

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Idris Elba to receive royal title from Queen of England

Hollywood star Idris Elba is set to be awarded an OBE for his service to drama by the Queen Elizabeth of England later today at Buckingham Palace. The British-Ghanaian actor tweeted…

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#NelsonMandela: Beverly Osu, Derenle Edun, others pay last respect to Madiba in Soweto (See Photos)

by Oke Efagene Former Big Brother Africa (BBA) contestant and model, Beverly Osu and media personality, Derenle Edun, showed up in South Africa to pay their last respect to late…

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Emeka Anyaoku: A tribute to the Mandela I knew

by Emeka Anyaoku In Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, South Africa finally found the man who gave the lead to the people of South Africa in all their “human varieties” to resolve…

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#NelsonMandela: Footballers, Drogba and Eboue penalized for paying tribute to late icon

by Adeola Balogun Following the death of late South African anti-apartheid icon, Nelson Mandela, millions of supporters paid tribute in any way they could. This included former Chelsea striker, Didier…

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Ochereome Nnanna: Is a Nigerian Mandela possible?

by Ochereome Nnanna So, we return to our question: Is Nigerian Mandela possible? Looking at our history, your answer is likely to be: No. The British colonialists did not lay…

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Queen Elizabeth will be absent at Mandela’s funeral, 140 heads of state to attend

The Queen will not attend Nelson Mandela's funeral after being advised to scale back on long haul travel, it has been reported. Instead Prince Charles will represent the British monarchy…

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Opinion: Nelson Mandela – Only the deep can call the deep

by Adeolu Ademoyo Yes, it is good that you declared three-day mourning period for Mandela in Nigeria. Will it not be a good way to honor Mandela’s memory if the…

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A British queen & 3 kings in waiting: The first photograph to show 4 sovereigns together since the Victorian period

The dress code was lounge suits, the protocol low-key. But if Prince George’s christening hardly smacked of a state occasion, it will certainly be regarded as a momentous one by…

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Ondo monarch makes history by being first black person to buy 2014 Bentley worth about $235,000 (PHOTO)

by Akan Ido What does it feel to drive in a 2014 Bentley? For now, only the Olugbo of Ubgo Kingdom in Ondo State can tell us. The traditional ruler…

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Timeless Beauty: We can’t believe this woman is 107 (LOOK)

Mary Snelling has celebrated her 107th birthday and swears the secret to long life is simple - just start the day by eating an apple. The extraordinary woman was born…

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Opinion: …What are you doing about Gresham’s Law? The world needs an answer yesterday!

by Chinonso Ogbogu Every human being carries two monies in life known as: weakness (bad money) and strength (good money). And how he gives value to these two monies respectively…

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Photo of the Day: What’s on the Queen’s mind these days?

The caption for this photo would win any caption writing contest any day. Just brilliant. A reader sent it in.

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Spectacular Britian: Photos from the London Olympics opening ceremony

by Seyi Lawal The long awaited London Olympics was declared open yesterday by Queen Elizabeth. Billions of spectators watched the ceremony worldwide and the organizers wasted no time in showcasing…

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Prince Philip to Olusegun Obasanjo: “You look like you’re ready for bed!” – and other gaffes, as he turns 90

The United Kingdom's Daily Mirror relives 90 of the gaffes of the monarchy's Prince Philip, famous for saying exactly what he thinks, as he turns 90. Enjoy it! 1 After…

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