The Independent – The final farewell
The front page uses a full-length image of the Queen’s coffin being carried into Westminster Abbey for her state funeral. King Charles III and Camilla are seen walking behind the coffin. The front page says “a family and a nation lay the Queen to rest,” noting the final service – the burial – took place at 7:00 pm away from the cameras and was attended only by close family and friends.
Today's Headlines - Summarised
Ukraine war – live: Russia submarines retreat from Crimea as Kyiv targets Luhansk region
The Independent says Moscow’s submarines have retreated from Crimea to Krasnodar in southern Russia amid a local security threat, the British defence ministry said today.
Madeleine McCann’s parents lose court case against Portugal detective
The Independent says Madeleine McCann’s parents have lost a court battle over a former Portuguese detective’s suggestions that they were responsible for their daughter’s disappearance.
California legalises controversial ‘human composting’ burial method
The Independent says California has legalised a burial process known as “human composting,” which advocates say will help cut down on the carboon footprint of funerals.
Judge in Florida school shooter case refuses to step down
The Independent says The judge overseeing the penalty trial of Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz refused to step down Monday, rejecting a motion by his attorneys who accused her of being biased against their client and prejudicing the jurors who will decide if he should die for murdering 17 people four years ago.
Beyonce calls Cardi B ‘hard-working, beautiful and talented queen’ in handwritten note
The Independent says Cardi B says she has received a handwritten note from Beyoncé thanking her for her support.
The Independent – The final farewell
The front page uses a full-length image of the Queen’s coffin being carried into Westminster Abbey for her state funeral. King Charles III and Camilla are seen walking behind the coffin. The front page says “a family and a nation lay the Queen to rest,” noting the final service – the burial – took place at 7:00 pm away from the cameras and was attended only by close family and friends.
