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The Queen’s final journey, as millions pay tribute
The Queen’s coffin has arrived in Edinburgh, after a six-hour journey from Balmoral Palace through Scotland
The Queen is on her way to her final resting place in London. Thousands of people lined the streets of Scotland to witness the sad but historic moment.
Many farmers formed a guard of honour. Crowds applauded as the Queen’s coffin was slowly driven along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
The coffin will remain at Holyroodhouse overnight and will proceed to St Giles’ Cathedral on Monday afternoon.
The coffin will remain under continuous vigil for 24 hours, with the public able to pay their respects, with viewings around the clock.
Her Majesty’s coffin will then be flown from Edinburgh to London on a Royal air force flight, with her daughter Anne by her side.
From here, the coffin will move from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, and lie in state, until the morning of the funeral on September 19.
King Charles III
Meanwhile, King Charles the third has hosted an audience with Commonwealth General Secretary Patricia Scotland at Buckingham Palace.
The new King met with with representatives from the Commonwealth as he takes on the role as head of the union.
He left Buckingham Palace to cheers from the crowds.
On Monday he will visit Westminster Hall, where both Houses of Parliament will meet to express their condolences.
Tributes to Her Majesty
The Archbishop of Canterbury paid his respects to the late Monarch.
“[People were] always struck by her ability to make them feel as though they were the most important, the only person in the room, the only person in the street, in the crowd…
Both Her late Majesty and His Majesty treat others as special because, for both, their faith is built on the same rock – the rock of Christ…
This is a moment of deep grief, indeed. As Her Majesty said herself, grief is the price we pay for love.”
ARChbishop of canterbury, Justin welby
In Wales, Welsh politicians have also stopped to reflect on the life of their Queen.
First Minister Mark Drakeford says the monarch’s “personal commitment to Wales and its democratic institutions” was extraordinary.
The reflection follows a proclamation ceremony in Cardiff, with the proceedings beginning with a minute’s silence.
Drakeford says the Queen lived a “remarkable life” with an “overriding sense of duty”.
Meanwhile, a number of sporting champions have also paid their respects to Her Majesty.
Golfer Rory McIlroy recalled the last time her met with her, saying it was a ‘wonderful’ moment.
If there’s one thing the Queen is good at its bringing people together.
Prince William and Harry reunited to show their respects and greet well-wishers outside Windsor Castle.
Alongside their wives Catherine and Meghan, it is the first time the couples have been seen together in months.
In a show of solidarity, they spent time thanking the people who loved their grandmother.
It follows Prince William pledging his support to King Charles.
Marmalade farewell
And you might remember that time when Paddington Bear met the Queen. Well-wishers have left a marmalade sandwich amongst the flowers for the Queen’s final trip.
There are more heavy hearts than you could ever count, as thousands pay their respects.
At London Bridge, Musician, Anna Lapwood, spontaneously stopped at the station organ to play for the Queen, when security guard, Marcella, asked to join in.
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OpenAI prepares first consumer device amid revenue boom
OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.
OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its first-ever consumer hardware device in late 2026. The product is expected to be a screenless smart speaker, signalling the tech giant’s move beyond software and into the world of physical devices.
The device comes after OpenAI acquired a promising hardware startup to accelerate development.
The company is also pushing a strategy to strengthen domestic manufacturing, working closely with U.S. manufacturers to secure efficient production of essential components.
Despite the progress, technical hurdles remain, especially around the device’s listening capabilities, which could delay the rollout.
This development comes on the heels of OpenAI reporting an annualised revenue of over $20 billion in 2025, representing a staggering 233% increase from the previous year. The combination of massive revenue growth and expansion into hardware marks a new era for the AI pioneer.
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Putin invited to Trump’s Gaza Peace Board
Putin invited to U.S.-led ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza amid ceasefire efforts and reconstruction debates.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly received an invitation to join the U.S.-led ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza, according to the Kremlin. The council, created by President Donald Trump, is designed to maintain a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas while overseeing the region’s reconstruction.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow will review the details of the invitation before responding. The board has already extended invitations to several world leaders, with some nations confirming their participation.
The proposal has sparked debate because the Trump administration reportedly requires participating nations to pay $1 billion to secure a permanent seat. Putin’s potential involvement also raises concerns, given his ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
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Trump escalates Greenland standoff as Europe weighs retaliation
Denmark boosts Greenland troops as Trump pushes U.S. control, prompting European leaders to seek diplomatic solutions amidst rising tensions.
Denmark boosts Greenland troops as Trump pushes U.S. control, prompting European leaders to seek diplomatic solutions amidst rising tensions.
Denmark has deployed additional troops to Greenland after President Donald Trump renewed his push for U.S. control of the island, linking the issue to what he claims cost him a Nobel Peace Prize.
The move has raised alarm across Europe, with leaders scrambling to prevent a fresh transatlantic crisis.
Trump has warned of tariffs against countries opposing American control of Greenland, calling the territory vital to U.S. security interests. Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has privately raised concerns with Trump, while EU officials assess potential coordinated countermeasures.
Despite the rhetoric, European leaders remain cautious. With U.S. influence deeply embedded in Europe’s defence and security framework, the bloc is keen to avoid further escalation as diplomatic negotiations continue behind the scenes.
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