Diamond jubilee's boats and bunting: expect showers but enjoy the reign - The Guardian

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Diamond jubilee's boats and bunting: expect showers but enjoy the reign The Guardian Final preparations are under way for the diamond jubilee celebrations, with a dawn rehearsal held on Friday for the ceremonial carriage procession that will be the climax of the bank holiday events. Members of the armed forces and Household Division ... Diamond Jubilee weather: bring the brolly and be part of history, organisers pleadTelegraph.co.uk Final preparations under way for the Queen's Jubilee concertBBC News Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary party gets under wayReuters Christian Science Monitor -CNN -Washington Post all 4,002 news articles »

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Final preparations under way for the Queen's Jubilee concert - BBC News

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Final preparations under way for the Queen's Jubilee concert BBC News The Queen's Diamond Jubilee concert will take place on Monday 4 June at Buckingham Palace. The event will include performances from Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Sir Elton John. It will also feature a special song - sung by 200 people from ... Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary party gets under wayReuters On Diamond Jubilee's eve, diverse Britain seeks unity in Queen ElizabethChristian Science Monitor Day at the races begins celebrationThe Press Association Washington Post -National Post -Wall Street Journal all 3,984 news articles »

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Diamond Jubilee: Massive London security operation planned - BBC News

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Diamond Jubilee: Massive London security operation planned BBC News The Metropolitan Police have planned a security operation for the Diamond Jubilee weekend which is larger than that for last year's royal wedding. Up to 6000 extra police officers will be on duty throughout the events and celebrations in London. Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary party gets under wayReuters Scott Stinson in London: Diamond Jubilee a royal bash fit for a queenNational Post Queen Elizabeth II to make horses part of JubileeSalt Lake Tribune Sydney Morning Herald -Washington Post -Christian Science Monitor all 3,850 news articles »

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Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary party gets under way - Reuters

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Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary party gets under way Reuters By Michael Holden | LONDON (Reuters) - Queen Elizabeth gets four days of celebrations to mark her 60 years on the British throne under way on Saturday with one of her favorite pastimes, a trip to the horse races, as tributes to the long-serving monarch ... A royal absence: Do Americans miss out by not having a queen?Washington Post Britain celebrates Queen Elizabeth II's 60 yearsSan Francisco Chronicle Reasons for Americans to Hail the QueenWall Street Journal BBC News -Christian Science Monitor all 3,811 news articles »

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Syria conflict: Russia's Vladimir Putin stands firm - BBC News

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Syria conflict: Russia's Vladimir Putin stands firm BBC News Russia's President Vladimir Putin has resisted diplomatic pressure from Western nations to support tougher action against Syria's government. Mr Putin, an ally of Syria, called for more time to be given to the peace plan of envoy Kofi Annan. President Putin Says Russia's Goal is Peace in SyriaRIA Novosti Sec. Clinton: Russia's Support of Syria 'Has Strengthened the Assad Regime'WTMA Russian Church Is a Strong Voice Opposing Intervention in SyriaNew York Times Bloomberg -The Associated Press -Reuters all 1,056 news articles »

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A royal absence: Do Americans miss out by not having a queen? - Washington Post

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A royal absence: Do Americans miss out by not having a queen? Washington Post She's tiny, wears extraordinary hats and travels everywhere with a purse slung just-so over her arm. (What's IN there, anyway?) She's Queen Elizabeth II, who's about to celebrate 60 years on the throne, a reign second only to Queen Victoria's 63. Reasons for Americans to Hail the QueenWall Street Journal The Queen's diamond jubilee marked by Google doodleThe Guardian Scotland to mark Queen's Diamond JubileeBBC News Globe and Mail -Times of India -msnbc.com all 3,748 news articles »

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Has Canadian porn star 'cannibal' killer fled to Britain? Manhunt for ... - Daily Mail

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Has Canadian porn star 'cannibal' killer fled to Britain? Manhunt for ... Daily Mail By Peter Allen In Paris and Daniel Bates A man who filmed himself chopping up his lover before posting body parts to politicians was being hunted across Europe last night. Luka Magnotta, who is suspected of cannibalism, flew from Canada to France a day ... Porn actor pursued over body parts sent in mailIrish Times Manhunt for porn star accused of dismembering ex-lover starts in FranceThe Independent British tabloid warned police of murder suspectCTV.ca The Associated Press -Toronto Sun -Vancouver Sun all 2,423 news articles »

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Diamond jubilee: writers reflect on growing up Elizabethan - The Guardian

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Diamond jubilee: writers reflect on growing up Elizabethan The Guardian Aged three or four, I paraded our back yard in what I called "my Prince Charles coat," double-breasted and knitted in canary-yellow. Somewhere I must have seen a similar item worn by the heir to the throne, and coveted it. Holiday shots released to mark the Diamond Jubilee show Charles and Anne ...Daily Mail Footage shows the Queen hours after succeeding to the throneBBC News On Diamond Jubilee's eve, diverse Britain seeks unity in Queen ElizabethChristian Science Monitor Toronto Star -Detroit Free Press -NPR all 3,721 news articles »

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Diamond Jubilee: first footage of Queen after father died released for first time - Telegraph.co.uk

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Diamond Jubilee: first footage of Queen after father died released for first time Telegraph.co.uk Gazing pensively ahead, her face etched with sadness, this is the first picture taken of the Queen following the unexpected death of her father, King George VI. By Victoria Ward Just hours after being told the devastating news, the monarch, ... Footage shows the Queen hours after succeeding to the throneBBC News On Diamond Jubilee's eve, diverse Britain seeks unity in Queen ElizabethChristian Science Monitor Queen's 'Jubilee' Friendlier Than Past CelebrationsNPR Pakistan Daily Times -Voice of America -USA TODAY all 3,678 news articles »

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On Diamond Jubilee's eve, diverse Britain seeks unity in Queen Elizabeth - Christian Science Monitor

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On Diamond Jubilee's eve, diverse Britain seeks unity in Queen Elizabeth Christian Science Monitor Some say monarchy is a rare unifier in a land absorbing large numbers of immigrants. 'She will become my queen, too,' says newly minted Briton Youssef Siblini. By Ben Arnoldy, Staff writer / June 1, 2012 An office building by the river Thames in London ... Britain Prepares for Jubilee CelebrationsVoice of America Prince Charles remembers 'mama' the queenUSA TODAY Diamond Jubilee: Get in touchBBC News Telegraph.co.uk -Daily Mail -Toronto Star all 3,713 news articles »

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Diamond Jubilee: We won the lottery with Elizabeth II - Telegraph.co.uk

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Diamond Jubilee: We won the lottery with Elizabeth II Telegraph.co.uk Even as a young princess, the Queen showed remarkable dedication to the idea of service â€" and Britain is the greater for her self-sacrifice. The Queen is not a cynic. During her long reign, her country may have moved from instinctive deference to ... Britain marks Queen's Diamond JubileeFox News Royal home videos released to celebrate the Diamond JubileeNew York Daily News Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee: Calendar of eventsCBS News The Associated Press -The Guardian -msnbc.com all 3,675 news articles »

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China official held on suspicion of spying - Financial Times

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China official held on suspicion of spying Financial Times A Chinese state security official has been arrested on suspicion of spying for the US, sources said, in a case both countries have kept quiet for several months as they strive to prevent a fresh crisis in relations. The official, an aide to a ... China 'arrests high-level US spy' in Hong Kong - reportsBBC News Chinese official found spying for the CIATelegraph.co.uk EXCLUSIVE - China arrests security official on suspicion of U.S. spying - sourcesFirstpost National Post all 56 news articles »

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UN rights body condemns Syria over Houla massacre - The Associated Press

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UN rights body condemns Syria over Houla massacre The Associated Press By FRANK JORDANS, AP Writers â€" 1 minute ago GENEVA (AP) â€" The UN's top human rights body harshly condemned Syria on Friday for the massacre last week of more than 100 civilians, apparently at the hands of government troops and pro-regime thugs. Putin leaves Britain out in the cold over TNK-BPThe Guardian Vladimir Putin rejects assertions of propping up Syria as West seeks ...CBS News Germany's Merkel presses Putin on democracy in Russia as he returns to ...The Republic Reuters -BusinessWeek all 935 news articles »

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China 'arrests high-level US spy' in Hong Kong - reports - BBC News

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China 'arrests high-level US spy' in Hong Kong - reports BBC News A Chinese security ministry official has been arrested on suspicion of spying for the US and passing on state secrets, Hong Kong media reports say. The man, who was private secretary to a vice-minister in the security ministry, was arrested earlier ... China official held on suspicion of spyingFinancial Times Chinese official found spying for the CIATelegraph.co.uk China faces worst security breach in decades as official arrested on suspicion ...National Post Daily Mail all 50 news articles »

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Canada police: Body parts victim a Chinese student - USA TODAY

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Canada police: Body parts victim a Chinese student USA TODAY MONTREAL (AP) â€" The man killed in a videotaped attack that was discovered after body parts were mailed to Canada's top political parties was a Chinese student, police said Friday, as authorities in France searched for the suspect, a Canadian porn actor ... Canadian police reveal identity of victim in grisly body parts killingCNN International French hunt for 'killer' porn actor Luka Rocco MagnottaBBC News Luka Rocco Magnotta, Canadian porn star and suspect in dismember slay, may be ...CBS News National Post all 1,969 news articles »

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Merkel presses Putin on Russian democracy - The Associated Press

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Merkel presses Putin on Russian democracy The Associated Press BERLIN (AP) â€" German Chancellor Angela Merkel pressed Vladimir Putin on Friday to allow "democratic diversity" to develop in Russia as he made his first trip abroad since returning to the presidency. Putin and his United Russia party have faced high ... Russia security chief says foreign sites foment protestsReuters Merkel Tells Putin Germany Doing Everything to End Euro CrisisBloomberg Putin warns of Syria civil war but rules out forceAFP New York Times all 811 news articles »

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Queen Elizabeth II's influential reign - CBS News

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Queen Elizabeth II's influential reign CBS News (CBS News) This year marks the 60th anniversary of the queen's ascension to the British throne. For more than half a century, Her Majesty has reigned over the United Kingdom and its commonwealth realms with a sure and steady hand that has not only ... Queen's home movies show woman beneath crownAFP Prince Charles shares home moviesgulfnews.com Can love affair with UK royals outlast Elizabeth II?Reuters Brisbane Times -The Guardian all 269 news articles »

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Suu Kyi calls for 'healthy skepticism' on Burma - USA TODAY

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Suu Kyi calls for 'healthy skepticism' on Burma USA TODAY BANGKOK (AP) â€" Burma's opposition leader and former political prisoner Aung San Suu Kyi urged the international community Friday to exercise "healthy skepticism" toward her country's reform process as it sheds a half-century of military rule. Myanmar president cancels Thailand visitReuters Suu Kyi Gets Ovation at International SpeechTIME Suu Kyi gets ovation at first international speechThe Associated Press MiamiHerald.com -Voice of America all 1,274 news articles »

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Long Live the Queens and Kings - New York Times

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Long Live the Queens and Kings New York Times In the early 1990s, soon after Estonia regained its independence from the Soviet Union, its small royalist party sent a message to Britain's Prince Edward inviting him to come and be their king. “Your background as an actor and television producer ... Labour voters 'back King William'The Press Association Can love affair with UK royals outlast Elizabeth II?Reuters Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Her Majesty's 60 year reign in videoTelegraph.co.uk Stuff.co.nz -The Guardian -CNN all 227 news articles »

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Bunting and flags fly for four days of royal pomp - Reuters UK

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Bunting and flags fly for four days of royal pomp Reuters UK By Michael Holden | LONDON (Reuters) - Britain embarks on four days of pomp, pageantry and patriotism on Saturday to mark Queen Elizabeth's 60th year on the throne, with the monarchy's popularity surging and celebrations bringing cheer to a nation ... Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Her Majesty's 60 year reign in videoTelegraph.co.uk Can love affair with UK royals outlast Elizabeth II?Reuters Queen Elizabeth II: how will our age be remembered?The Guardian CNN -BBC News -Radio Times all 209 news articles »

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Kim Catrall starts Diamond Jubilee fun run in New York - Telegraph.co.uk

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Kim Catrall starts Diamond Jubilee fun run in New York Telegraph.co.uk New Yorkers, British expatriates and anglophiles were out en masse in Central Park on Thursday to participate in a race celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Hosted by the British Consul-General in New York, The Great British Run was billed as a ... Diamond Jubilee: Your photos of royal encountersCBC.ca Can love affair with UK royals outlast Elizabeth II?Reuters Guernsey Diamond Jubilee service 'for all faiths'BBC News Daily Mail -MarketWatch -The Press Association all 2,522 news articles »

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Britain prepares for left-field Diamond Jubilee - Telegraph.co.uk

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Britain prepares for left-field Diamond Jubilee Telegraph.co.uk Bunting, sausage rolls and teacakes may be traditional Jubilee fare, but a raft of more quirky products are flying off retailers' shelves as Britain is gripped by Diamond Jubilee fever. By James Hall, Consumer Affairs Editor Jelly moulds of the Queen's ... Guernsey Diamond Jubilee service 'for all faiths'BBC News Dawn rehearsal for State ProcessionThe Press Association Nation's granny: Diamond Jubilee marks Queen Elizabeth II's extraordinary 60 ...Washington Post The Associated Press -Reuters India all 2,498 news articles »

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Nation's granny: Diamond Jubilee marks Queen Elizabeth II's extraordinary 60 ... - Washington Post

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Nation's granny: Diamond Jubilee marks Queen Elizabeth II's extraordinary 60 ... Washington Post LONDON â€" The patriotic bunting is ready, the golden carriage on standby, the boats freshly painted, the shops filled with royals souvenirs. The normal ebb and flow of British life gives way in the next four days to a series of street parties, ... Diamond Jubilee: Britain marks Queen's reignThe Associated Press Can love affair with UK royals outlast Elizabeth II?Reuters India Jubilee dress rehearsal outside palaceBBC News Telegraph.co.uk all 2,461 news articles »

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Syrian rebel group says it kidnapped 11 Lebanese - Seattle Post Intelligencer

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Syrian rebel group says it kidnapped 11 Lebanese Seattle Post Intelligencer BASSEM MROUE, AP In this citizen journalism image taken on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 and provided by Edlib News Network ENN, Syrians gather around a UN observers vehicle during a demonstration in Kfarnebel, Idlib province, northern Syria. Boy 'survived Houla massacre by playing dead' as mother killedBBC News Clinton: Russian Stalling Could Push Syria into Civil WarVoice of America Hillary Clinton, Susan Rice slam Russia for arms shipments to SyriaThe Australian Reuters -The News International -Christian Science Monitor all 9,321 news articles »

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