Queen elizabeth II News

The traditional 'birthday honours', bestowed by Queen Elizabeth each June, have seen actors and sports personalities dominate the list.

Queen Elizabeth II resisted asking about the identity of the person playing the Twelfth Doctor when she opened the BBC's newly rebuilt Broadcasting House yesterday.

Leicester - Thanks to the discovery of the last Plantagenet king -- Richard III, and the first jubilee visit by Queen Elizabeth II, Leicester Cathedral has enjoyed a resurrection of public interest.

London - British fashion designer Stella McCartney was awarded an Order of the British Empire award at Buckingham Palace in London Tuesday.

London - Yesterday, the Queen visited Baker Street Station to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the London Underground. Should she still be doing this sort of thing at her age?

London - Following an overnight stay at King Edward Vll hospital after a bout of gastroenteritis and some time off of the throne to recover, the beloved monarch returns to her regular duties next week.

London - A happy and smiling Queen Elizabeth was released from the King Edward Vll hospital Monday afternoon where she graciously thanked the staff and caregivers who had helped her recover from gastroenteritis.

London - Queen Elizabeth ll has been hospitalized with symptoms of gastroenteritis and Buckingham palace has reported that all of her activities for next week have been cancelled.

The appointment of a UK Information Commissioner, and introduction of the Freedom of Information Act, have resulted in many 'secrets' being made public. The latest revelations relate to Prince Charles and the Queen, with regard to the royal veto.

The UK New Years honors list, containing awards officially integrated by the Queen, has been announced . Heading the list are Olympians, along with actors and comedians.