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Russian accused of killing Alexander Litvinenko reportedly dies from Covid-19

Russian accused of killing Alexander Litvinenko reportedly dies from Covid-19

Russian accused of killing Alexander Litvinenko reportedly dies from Covid-19

04 June 2022

Dmitri Kovtun was one of two men who a UK inquiry ruled had laced the former Russian spy’s tea with a rare radioactive substance in 2006.


Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

Brian May hopes to do ‘something epic’ at Platinum Party at the Palace

04 June 2022

The special concert celebrating the Queen’s 70-year Jubilee will be broadcast live on BBC One on Saturday evening.


Kate visits children and families unable to take part in Jubilee celebrations

Kate visits children and families unable to take part in Jubilee celebrations

Kate visits children and families unable to take part in Jubilee celebrations

04 June 2022

The Duchess of Cambridge was seen at the bedside of seven-day-old Florence Charlotte Rose Clements.


At least 20 easyJet flights cancelled as travel misery continues for passengers

At least 20 easyJet flights cancelled as travel misery continues for passengers

At least 20 easyJet flights cancelled as travel misery continues for passengers

04 June 2022

The budget airline confirmed ‘a small portion’ of flights were cancelled on Saturday from Gatwick and Schiphol aiports.


Animal activists taken away by police after running on track at Epsom Derby

Animal activists taken away by police after running on track at Epsom Derby

Animal activists taken away by police after running on track at Epsom Derby

04 June 2022

Pro-vegan climate group Animal Rebellion said six women entered the area wearing sashes reading ‘Animal Justice’.


Excited Anne cheers and applauds in Queen’s absence at Epsom Derby Day

Excited Anne cheers and applauds in Queen’s absence at Epsom Derby Day

Excited Anne cheers and applauds in Queen’s absence at Epsom Derby Day

04 June 2022

The monarch did not attend the major sporting event on Saturday, opting to view it on television from Windsor Castle.


Rail trespasser in Potters Bar delays 101 trains on main line out of London

Rail trespasser in Potters Bar delays 101 trains on main line out of London

Rail trespasser in Potters Bar delays 101 trains on main line out of London

04 June 2022

The number of cancelled trains is expected to rise.


More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

More than 70 corgis gather at Balmoral for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

04 June 2022

Dozens of Cardigan Welsh corgis and Pembroke Welsh corgis were brought to the event.


Man in critical condition after being pulled from River Thames

Man in critical condition after being pulled from River Thames

Man in critical condition after being pulled from River Thames

04 June 2022

The Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards is investigating the incident.


George and Charlotte impress at Jubilee concert rehearsals in Cardiff

George and Charlotte impress at Jubilee concert rehearsals in Cardiff

George and Charlotte impress at Jubilee concert rehearsals in Cardiff

04 June 2022

The Prince and Princess took to the stage to have a go at conducting and operating the lighting and sound system.


WI asked nation not to overwork the Queen 70 years ago – ‘but she didn’t listen’

WI asked nation not to overwork the Queen 70 years ago – ‘but she didn’t listen’

WI asked nation not to overwork the Queen 70 years ago – ‘but she didn’t listen’

04 June 2022

Tributes on the Platinum Jubilee weekend came from a recreated 1950s street where a Coronation-style party was held.


Royals out in force for star-studded Jubilee concert but no Harry and Meghan

Royals out in force for star-studded Jubilee concert but no Harry and Meghan

Royals out in force for star-studded Jubilee concert but no Harry and Meghan

04 June 2022

More than 30 members of the Queen’s family will attend the BBC’s Platinum Party at the Palace.


Queen watching Epsom Derby Day in ‘comfy clothes’ at Windsor – Zara Tindall

Queen watching Epsom Derby Day in ‘comfy clothes’ at Windsor – Zara Tindall

Queen watching Epsom Derby Day in ‘comfy clothes’ at Windsor – Zara Tindall

04 June 2022

The monarch did not attend the major sporting event in Surrey on Saturday.


Passengers told to avoid Tube on Monday during 24-hour RMT strike

Passengers told to avoid Tube on Monday during 24-hour RMT strike

Passengers told to avoid Tube on Monday during 24-hour RMT strike

04 June 2022

Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union are walking out over jobs and pensions.


Hundreds dress in Dickensian period costume to mark Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Hundreds dress in Dickensian period costume to mark Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Hundreds dress in Dickensian period costume to mark Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

04 June 2022

This year’s Dickens Festival in Rochester was timed to coincide with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.


Public booed Boris Johnson because they are fed up of his Government – Starmer

Public booed Boris Johnson because they are fed up of his Government – Starmer

Public booed Boris Johnson because they are fed up of his Government – Starmer

04 June 2022

The Labour leader said the reaction to the Prime Minister was due to his ‘inaction’ over the cost-of-living crisis.


George and Charlotte make surprise appearance in Cardiff ahead of concert

George and Charlotte make surprise appearance in Cardiff ahead of concert

George and Charlotte make surprise appearance in Cardiff ahead of concert

04 June 2022

The Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge will take to the stage to pay tribute to the Queen later.


Police name man who died after party stabbing

Police name man who died after party stabbing

Police name man who died after party stabbing

04 June 2022

Police said Lamar Jackson, 39, of Hackney, died after suffering from stab wounds.


Children celebrate Platinum Jubilee with re-enactment of Queen’s coronation

Children celebrate Platinum Jubilee with re-enactment of Queen’s coronation

Children celebrate Platinum Jubilee with re-enactment of Queen’s coronation

04 June 2022

Members of the local Cubs, Scouts and Guides groups recreated the event on Saturday as part of day-three jubilee celebrations.


In Pictures: George and Charlotte in Cardiff while Anne goes to the races

In Pictures: George and Charlotte in Cardiff while Anne goes to the races

In Pictures: George and Charlotte in Cardiff while Anne goes to the races

04 June 2022

Members of the royal family visited the nations on day three of the Jubilee celebrations.


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