Queen Elizabeth updates: State funeral ends 11 days of ceremonies

Queen Elizabeth was buried with her husband, Prince Philip.

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Last Updated: September 19, 2022, 3:52 PM EDT

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II "died peacefully" on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Balmoral Castle, the British royal family's estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace. She was 96.

Elizabeth was Britain's longest-reigning monarch. She ascended to the throne in 1952 and, in June, celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years as queen.

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Sep 09, 2022, 1:17 PM EDT

'Thank you for your love and devotion,' King Charles III remembers the queen

In his first address, King Charles III ended his address thanking his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, for her lifetime of service and her love and devotion.

"To my darling mama, as you begin your gray last journey to join my dear late papa, I want simply to say this. Thank you. Thank you for your love and devotion to our family, and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years," King Charles III said.

The king also expressed his gratitude for the "condolences and support" that his family has received after the passing of the queen.

Drinkers in Deacon Brodies Tavern in Edinburgh watch a televised address from Britain's King Charles III, made from the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace in London on Sept. 9, 2022.
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Sep 09, 2022, 1:10 PM EDT

King Charles III expresses 'profound grief' after death of the queen

King Charles III delivered his first address as monarch Friday, in remembrance of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, saying her death has brought him "profound sorrow" and "great sadness."

"Throughout her life, her majesty, the queen, my beloved mother, was an inspiration. An example to me and to all my family. And we owe her the most heartfelt debt any family could owe to their mother for her love, affection, guidance, understanding and example," King Charles said.

The king said the queen's affection, admiration and respect were a hallmark of her reign.

"I pay tribute to my mother's memory and I honor her service," he later added.

Sep 09, 2022, 12:25 PM EDT

Prime Minister Liz Truss meets with king

British Prime Minister Liz Truss met with King Charles III Friday, shortly after he arrived at Buckingham Palace.

Britain's King Charles III during his first audience with Prime Minister Liz Truss at Buckingham Palace, London, on Sept. 9, 2022, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday.
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British Prime Minister Liz Truss walks outside 10 Downing Street, following the passing of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, in London, Sept. 9, 2022.
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Sep 09, 2022, 11:13 AM EDT

English Premier League postpones weekend matches

England's top soccer league has postponed its slate of matches this weekend in tribute to the queen's death.

"We and our clubs would like to pay tribute to Her Majesty’s long and unwavering service to our country," Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said in a statement. "As our longest-serving monarch, she has been an inspiration and leaves behind an incredible legacy following a life of dedication."

He continued, "This is a tremendously sad time for not just the nation, but also for the millions of people around the world who admired her, and we join together with all those in mourning her passing."

The queen never made her "football" allegiances clear over her reign, but the new king, Charles III, has been public about his support for Burnley Football Club. With the postponements, he'll have to hold off on watching their next match against Norwich City.

The EPL said it would announce any further postponements, such as on the day of the queen's funeral, "in due course."

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