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GOODNIGHT MA'AM The Queen dies aged 96 after 70 years of remarkable service...
• The SunTHE Queen has tragically died aged 96 - marking an end to her historic reign and sparking an outpouring of grief around the world.
In a sombre statement, Buckingham Palace today confirmed Her Majesty Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history, had passed away - making her son, Charles, King.
Buckingham Palace announced in a statement tonight: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.
"The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."
Charles gave a sombre statement after his mother's death tonight.
The new King said: "The death of my beloved mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family.