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The world prepares to farewell Queen Elizabeth II

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Thousands of people have queued in London to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II, ahead of her funeral

Over the weekend, lines extended along the Thames beyond Tower Bridge, as mourners came from far and wide.

Thousands of police, hundreds of troops and an army of officials made final preparations for the state funeral.

It will also be the biggest gathering of world leaders for years.

Joe Biden arrives

U.S. President Joe Biden and other dignitaries are in London for the funeral, to which around 2000 royals, heads of state and heads of government from around the globe have been invited.

From across the UK, and around the world, they came to say goodbye.

The queue stretching along the Thames, as far as the eye could see, so they could see their beloved monarch, one last time.

From the common man, to the sportsman, David Beckham joining the queues and shedding a tear by the coffin.

World leaders arrive

Britain’s airports were busy too, as thousands of foreign dignitaries arrived in London.

President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden arrived, their motorcade speeding through London’s streets to Westminster Hall .. to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth.

They signed a condolence book at Lancaster House.

The First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, was in tears as she visited Westminster Hall.

She them met with the Princess of Wales at Buckingham Palace.

Other distinguished Heads of States, including the President of France, Bulgaria, Singapore and Nigeria, plus Prime Ministers from across the commonwealth, entered Westminster Hall to pay their respects to the monarch.

They arrived at Buckingham Palace by bus for a diplomatic reception hosted by the new King.

Earlier, the queen’s eight grandchildren, led by heir to the throne Prince William, circled the coffin and stood with heads bowed during a silent vigil.

The miles-long queue was closed to new arrivals late Sunday so that everyone in line can file past the coffin before the funeral.

This is the first state funeral in London since Winston Churchill died in 1965. And with thousands of world leaders in attendance, it’s a necessary, but security nightmare for the British security services.

But this is a well rehearsed plan, and London has had years to prepare.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan says it one of the first things he was prepared for when he took the top job.

“If you think about the London marathon, the carnival, previous royal weddings, the Olympics – it’s all that in one.”

The size of the crowds turning out to farewell the queen is impossible to predict, but with unprecedented crowds lining for almost a day to view her coffin, police aren’t taking any chances.

An estimated 4 billion people are expected to watch the funeral on television, as the eyes of the world turn to London.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.


In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.


Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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Trump eyes Middle East visit as Gaza ceasefire talks advance

Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.

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Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.


President Trump may visit the Middle East this weekend as Jared Kushner and envoy Steve Witkoff push for a Gaza ceasefire.

Recent Egypt talks and cooperation from Israel and Hamas raise hopes for a deal, with Turkey confirming progress.

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