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'End of an era': Americans mourn Queen Elizabeth's death
'End of an era': Americans mourn Queen Elizabeth's death
by  AFP

The news Thursday of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96 reverberated across the pond, with US flags lowered to half-staff in response, the Empire State Building illuminated in royal colors, and many Americans reflecting on her legacy.

William and Kate modernise royal family life
William and Kate modernise royal family life
by  AFP

William and Kate have brought a more relaxed and personal approach to royal duties and are raising their children in relatively hands-on fashion, presenting a more modern vision of the monarchy for a new age. Kate and William's children are reportedly being raised to enjoy outdoor pursuits with limited screen time.

Elizabeth II: trouble, strife and family life
Elizabeth II: trouble, strife and family life
by  AFP

As queen, Elizabeth II's family life was far from traditional -- she was often away for long stretches, was frequently occupied by work and had at times complicated relationships with her four children. With Andrew and Edward, who were born when she was 33 and 37, the queen had a more relaxed relationship.

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