Tearful crowds sing ‘God Save the Queen’ at Buckingham Palace

LONDON --- Thousands of people gathered outside Buckingham Palace in London, shedding tears and singing "God Save the Queen" in an impromptu show of emotion as news emerged that Queen Elizabeth had died. A double rainbow arched over the London skyline shortly before well-wishers fell into stunned silence as the palace lowered its Union Jack flag to half-staff, signifying the death of the monarch. "We've grown up with her always being there," said consultant Margaret Parris, tears welling up in her eyes. She had traveled 20 miles (32 km) to the palace after hearing earlier in the day that the queen had fallen ill. Elizabeth died peacefully at her home in Scotland, aged 96....

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