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Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, has died at the age of 96. The Queen reigned for 70 years, celebrating her Platinum Jubilee earlier this year. She was 25 years old when she ascended to the throne in 1952. Her long reign saw Britain transformed from a war-weary declining imperial power into a modern multi-cultural state that rarely looked to its monarch for leadership but still held her in high esteem. Her rule also weathered many storms, both public and personal, as the monarchy tried to keep pace with changing times.

Queen Elizabeth II, who has died age 96 after the longest reign in British history, will be mourned around the globe as one of the last monarchs born to a classic age of European royalty, when kings and queens wielded genuine political power. Elizabeth's death comes seven months after she marked the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne, yet another milestone achievement in the remarkable life of a queen who, though reluctantly thrust into the spotlight at a young age, won almost universal praise for her steadfast dedication to duty. Her long reign saw Britain transformed from a war-weary declining imperial power into a modern multi-cultural state that rarely looked to its monarch for leadership, but still held her in high esteem. And while it witnessed its fair share of joy -- not least the 2011 marriage of the Queen's grandson Prince William to Catherine Middleton, and the birth of their three children -- Elizabeth's rule also weathered many storms, both public ...

 The death of Queen Elizabeth II has been announced by the UK's royal family on Thursday. She died at her Balmoral Castle in Scotland aged 96. Below are some quick facts about her:  1. She's the longest reigning sovereign and world's oldest monarch. 2. The  queen was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor, in Mayfair, London, on 21 April 1926 3. She and her late husband, Prince Philip got married in Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947.6. 4. Her reign spanned 15 prime ministers ending with Liz Truss,  who was appointed by the queen earlier this week. 5. Queen Elizabeth II is survived by her four children, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Follow us for more breaking news and videos

It was Michelle Obama's first visit to the White House since Barack Obama's presidency ended in January 2017. Obama visited in April to help celebrate the anniversary of the major health care law he signed.  Robert McCurdy, the American artist whom Barack Obama selected to paint his official White House portrait, says the "stripped down" style of his works helps create an "encounter" between the person in the painting and the person looking at it.  McCurdy likes to present his subjects without any facial expression and standing against a white background, which is how America's 44th and first Black president will be seen for posterity, in a black suit and gray tie.  The former first lady chose artist Sharon Sprung to do her portrait. She is depicted seated on a sofa in the Red Room, wearing a formal light blue dress.  Recent tradition, no matter political affiliation, has had the current president genially hosting his immediate predecessor for the...

Labour Party Presidential Candidate Mr. Peter Obi has been endorsed by the greatest political movement in the party known as 'Oga Ndi Oga Movement.' The movement, founded by Chief Chukwueloka Godwin Agbasimelo, which has over 100, 000 members, promised to mobilize Nigerians in order to ensure the victory of Peter Obi in the 2023 Presidential Election. Mr. Agbasimelo states that he desires a better Nigeria and believes the agenda of Mr. Peter Obi is in line with it, hence his support for the Presidential Project. The Oga Ndi Oga Movement, aimed at philanthropy, has contributed immensely to the growth of the Labour Party in Anambra State and also simplified campaigns for the party in the State, with the massive support of those who have benefited from its philanthropism. Some of the philanthropic contributions of the Oga Ndi Oga Movement to Anambra State include awarding educational and vocational skill scholarships, entrepreneurial grants with free incentives, building of commu...

Philanthropic woman of grace, Rev. Mother Abimbola Esther Ajayi has prayed for Pastor Israel Ogundele popularly known as Genesis, asking God to touch his heart and talk to him. Rev. Mother Ajayi made the intercessory prayer during the press conference she organised to mark 15th anniversary of her London church and one year thanksgiving of Lagos cathedral opening. "I am too busy a person to loose my focus. Obasanjo coming to preach in my church on Sunday..."she replied when asked for comment on Pastor Genesis outburst. Meanwhile, the woman of God has invited all and sundry to join her in the anniversary celebration of her church, Love of Christ Generation Church, this week end. "On Friday September 2, we are having a 9 hours marathon praise. And on Sunday is the one year thanksgiving of our Lagos cathedral", she announced during the press conference. Gospel singers Adeyinka Alaseyori, Mike Abdul, Big Bolaji, Psalmos, Peterson Okopi, Bidemi Olaoba are among artistes s...

Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier has announced the cancellation of all passenger and cargo flights due to the proposed industrial action by pilots.⁣ The strike by the pilots is expected to begin on Friday, September 2, 2022.⁣ ⁣ In a statement on Thursday, September 1, 2022, the airline said its flights from Frankfurt and Munich would be cancelled.⁣ ⁣ “We hope to get back to negotiations as soon as possible.” the airline said.⁣ ⁣ Earlier, Vereinigung Cockpit, a union representing Lufthansa pilots had demanded a pay rise for the pilots.⁣ The union had recently vowed to stage a walkout if the airline management rejects its demands.⁣ ⁣ The union is reported to be demanding a 5.5 percent pay rise this year for its over 5,000 pilots and an automatic above-inflation increase in 2023.⁣ ⁣ The pilots are also seeking a new pay and holiday structure which the airline acknowledged would increase its staffing costs by about 40 percent, or about £900 million over two years.⁣ Speaking o...