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UK queen attends service for Westminster Abbey's 750th anniversary

LONDON (Reuters) - Queen Elizabeth attended a service at London's Westminster Abbey on Tuesday to mark 750 years since King Edward the Confessor's original church on the site was rebuilt during the reign of Henry III and consecrated in 1269.

The 93-year-old monarch was accompanied by her daughter-in-law Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, wife of her eldest son Prince Charles.

The Anglo-Saxon abbey, one of Britain's oldest and biggest tourist attractions, was where Elizabeth was crowned in 1953, where her grandson Prince William and his wife Kate were married in 2011 and where 17 British monarchs are buried.

It was originally consecrated in 1065 and mostly demolished by Henry III to build the present Gothic structure. At the start of the service, a bouquet of roses was laid at the Shrine of St. Edward the Confessor on behalf of the queen.

Later, abbey treasures including a fragment of the shroud from the shrine were laid on the High Altar.

(Reporting by Stephen Addison; editing by Michael Holden)

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7 Fall Outfit Ideas From Rachel Green, Rory Gilmore, and Hilary Banks

As much as we love to take trend advice from Anna Wintour, invest in new It bags worn by Meghan Markle, and cop $30 T-shirts from Zendaya, we hold a special place in our hearts for the best-dressed fictional characters of the '90s and early '00s. Can you blame us? In my mind, a trio of shows stands out among the rest: Friends, Gilmore Girls, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Even though these shows have been off the air for years, the outfits are as chic as ever. Fresh Prince's Hilary Banks, played by Karyn Parsons, was a master of impeccable blazers, cute dresses, and badass boots, and her looks are begging to be re-created in 2019 and beyond. Similarly, Rory Gilmore's perfect sweaters aren't just for Stars Hollow denizens, and you might want to scoop up the styles I found for you below. Last but not least, Jennifer Aniston's perennially popular Rachel Green character is also giving me lots of fall outfit ideas, so hurry up and scroll down to shop the looks.

Hilary Banks always looked amazing in skirt suits of all kinds, and she clearly knew her way around the accessory department as well. I'm dying to re-create this pitch-perfect plaid look ASAP.

Amanda Uprichard Winters Blazer ($290)

Madewell Observatory Hoop Earrings ($28)

Rory Gilmore's laid-back student vibe is ripe for copying this fall. Think cozy sweaters, slouchy pants, and minimal makeup. I also don't blame you if you want to reach for some blazers and plaid skirts à la Chilton uniforms.

& Other Stories Cropped Relaxed Fit Turtleneck ($89)

H&M Ankle-Length Cargo Pants ($30)

Madewell x Christy Dawn Ida Maxi Skirt ($168)

No, I don't remember why she's holding a stethoscope here, but that's not the point. A leopard coat contrasted with a red turtleneck is a stellar combination if I've ever seen one.

H&M Faux Fur Jacket ($50)

Leith Dolman Sleeve Sweater ($59)

Agolde Pinch Waist High Rise Kick Jeans ($178)

We could always count on Hilary Banks to serve great miniskirt looks, and this particular one can work for fall because of the exceptional boots. Just add tights if you need extra warmth.

Vince Camuto Moss Crepe Blazer ($149)

Mango Leather High-Leg boots ($250)

Loeffler Randall Gia Tall Boots ($695)

For those of you on #TeamDean, this tender, sweater-filled moment will pull at your heartstrings. In any case, her striped sweater is definitely worth buying right now—you'll just have to find your own version of a turtleneck-clad Dean to pose with.

525 America Lightweight Pullover ($88)

H&M Culotte High Ankle Jeans ($30)

As Rachel Green proves, you can mix different shades of green to great effect. A sleeveless sweater is great for layering, while a plaid skirt is utterly timeless.

Alix NYC Bergen Ribbed Stretch-Modal Bodysuit ($125)

AlexaChung Plaid Twill Mini Skirt ($180)

Mango Plaid Miniskirt ($60)

Jaguar I-Pace
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Battery-electric crossover SUV produced by British automotive company Jaguar Land Rover under their Jaguar marque. The I-Pace was announced in March 2018, and deliveries started in the second half of 2018. It is the first electric SUV from a premium European automaker, and in its first year the I-Pace became one of the most highly decorated production cars ever, winning 62 international awards. In March 2019, the I-Pace won the European Car of the Year award, the first Jaguar to win in the 50-year history of the award. In April 2019, the I-Pace became the 2019 World Car of the Year, also winning Best Design and Best Green Car awards, the first car to ever sweep three categories.

The mystery behind starling flocks explained

The mystery behind the movements of flocking starlings could be explained by the areas of light and dark created as they fly, new research suggests.

The research, conducted by the University of Warwick and published in the journal PNAS, found that flocking starlings aim to maintain an optimum density at which they can gather data on their surroundings. This occurs when they can see light through the flock at many angles, a state known as marginal opacity. The subsequent pattern of light and dark, formed as the birds attempt to achieve the necessary density, is what provides vital information to individual birds within the flock.

The dynamic pattern of light and dark is created by birds within the flock altering the positions and angles at which they fly, causing a change in the amount of light let into the flock. The researchers observed that it was always possible to see areas of light coming through the flock, providing the initial insight that the changing patterns of light and dark had a role to play in the flock’s movement.

This insight led to the development of a computer model in which individual birds with simulated intelligence were attracted to the areas in the flock that could provide the most information on the rest of the flock[1]. When each simulated bird was attracted to the areas in the virtual flock that can provide the most information the result was a cohesive swarm.

The Warwick team then applied the model’s findings to flocks in the wild and established that there was a strong correlation between movements of the virtual and natural birds.

“An individual starling within a flock can see in front of them areas of light and dark created by other birds, forming a dynamic and changing silhouette”, says lead researcher Daniel Pearce from the University’s Department of Physics. “Our research ascertained that the silhouettes we external observers witness were a result of large flocks self-organising to achieve a marginally opaque state at which a bird can still see some of the light sky through gaps in the flock and gather information from other birds.

“When we observe a flock of starlings we are actually seeing a 2D projection of a dynamic, changing 3D environment. By developing this model we have been able to simulate this environment and see that when each bird is attracted to the areas in the flock that can provide the most information the result is a cohesive swarm that resembles a large flock of starlings in the wild”, comments Mr Pearce.

It had previously been thought that co-ordination of a flock was achieved through birds interacting only with neighbouring members but, argues Professor Emeritus and paper co-author George Rowlands, the new research marks “a paradigm shift in our understanding of how birds organise within a flock as it shows that the local interactions between birds are alone insufficient to explain large-scale flock organisation”.

Queen Elizabeth Has Someone to Break In Her Shoes For Her

From Town & Country

Being the Queen of the United Kingdom comes with more than a few perks. In addition to celebrating your birthday twice a year, and, you know, a vault of tiaras, the British monarch has someone to literally break in her shoes, so she doesn't have to.

That person? The Queen's personal assistant and senior dresser, Angela Kelly.

"As has been reported a lot in the press, a flunky wears in Her Majesty's shoes to ensure that they are comfortable and that she is always good to go. And yes, I am that flunky," Kelly writes in her forthcoming memoir titled The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe, according to Hello, which got an exclusive first look at the book.

"The Queen has very little time to herself and not time to wear in her own shoes, and as we share the same shoe size it makes the most sense this way."

Queen Elizabeth personally granted permission to Kelly, who has served as her confidant for 25 years, to write not only about royal fashion, but also about their experience working together.

Per the book's publisher Harper Collins, this marks the first time a current member of the royal household has been given such permission.

"It gives a rare insight into the demands of the job of supporting the Monarch, and we gain privileged insight into a successful working relationship, characterized by humor, creativity, hard work, and a mutual commitment to service and duty," says Samantha Cohen, former assistant private secretary to the Queen.

"Angela is a talented and inspiring woman, who has captured the highlights of her long career with The Queen for us all to share."

Hello also reports that Kelly's book will delve into the replication process for the royal family's Christening gown, the Queen's participation in that famous 2012 Olympics clip with James Bond, and what really happened with Michelle Obama came to London in 2009.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry May Consider Setting Up A "Second Base" Outside the U.K.

It looks like big changes could be coming for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.

With the couple eager to duck the seemingly constant scrutiny from tabloids and the British media, they're considering establishing a "second base" of some sort outside the U.K.

According to People, insider sources note that the pair could be looking to head to the U.S., Canada, or Africa for a place they can get away too.

"It’s not possible for them to be [in the U.K.] like this,” a source told People. "There’s more pressure now. There’s a shift that is happening."

Previously, Meghan opened up about her struggles with being a new mother as well as facing intense pressure from the media during a recent documentary called Harry & Meghan: An African Journey.

"Look, any woman, especially when they’re pregnant, you’re really vulnerable," she said. "So that was made really challenging. And then, when you have a newborn ... especially as a woman, it’s a lot," she said during her emotional interview, noting that "not many people" had actually asked her if she was "OK" throughout it all.

There's no timeline for when this move could potentially happen, nor official confirmation just yet. However, it certainly isn't out of the realm of possibility, as the duke and duchess are already taking a six-week sabbatical for some "much-needed family time" in November.
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The Sunday Times originally reported that they would be bringing baby Archie along with them as they travel to America for their first family Thanksgiving there.

"The duke and duchess have a full schedule of engagements and commitments until mid-November, after which they will be taking some much-needed family time," the Times' source stated.

The trio will be spending the holiday with Meghan's mother Doria Ragland at her California home before heading back to the U.K. for a royal Christmas in Norfolk, England. The family will be spending time with Queen Elizabeth II and the rest of the extended royal family.

While the family takes their time away from the hustle and bustle of the media and other stressors, perhaps they'll have time to consider this possible move. We'll likely hear more about their next steps following their much-needed period of rest.

President Jimmy Carter 'said a prayer' and is 'at ease' with death during church service

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At a church service on Sunday, former President Jimmy Carter reflected on dying and expressed his thoughts on what would truly make American great.

"I assumed naturally that I was going to die very quickly," said Carter, referring to his cancer diagnosis in 2015, during a Sunday school service at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia.

Carter's Sunday message was about belief in resurrection and life after death as a Christian. He recounted his cancer diagnosis after making a trip to monitor elections in Guyana. He said doctors had removed part of his liver and then later found cancer in his brain.

"I said a prayer about it I didn't ask God to let me live, I found that I was absolutely and completely at ease with death," he said at the service.

He did not talk about his recent falls or injuries. Carter suffered a minor pelvic fracture and was hospitalized late last month after falling at his Georgia home. It was the third fall for the nation's 39th president in recent months.

Carter, 95, had to get stitches above his brow after falling at his ranch house earlier in October. And in May, he underwent surgery after falling and breaking his hip while he was leaving to go turkey hunting.

During Sunday’s service he said his only concern about dying was missing his family and loved ones but said that he realized, as a Christian, he would see them again.

He said that when he was younger, he struggled with believing in life after death because as a scientist, he couldn't prove it. Now he feels at peace with his life.

Carter also briefly discussed politics during the service. He said he wished the U.S. could be a superpower in world peace and asked, "Wouldn't it be good if the U.S. could be a super power for the environment or for equal rights?"

He made the congregation promise to reach out to help someone who needs it. He said doing so would make America a better country and told church members it would make "you a better Christian."

"We make hundreds of thousands of decisions every day. Every one of us makes the crucial decision in our life ... that this is the kind of person that I myself chose to be." he said.

Carter is the oldest living former president in U.S. history. He and his wife, Rosalynn, have been married for more than 73 years, making them the longest-married presidential couple.

Despite his recent falls, the former president has kept busy and was spotted last month helping to build homes for Habitat for Humanity.

ABC News’ Morgan Winsor and Samara Lynn contributed to this report.

Nearly Every Working Royal Will Be at the Festival of Remembrance with Queen Elizabeth Tonight

The British royal family has long had strong ties to the country's military. Notably, Prince Philip served in the Royal Navy during WWII, and his grandson, Prince Harry, carried out two tours of duty in Afghanistan during his time in the British Army. Additional members of the family have also served in other ways—for example, Prince William was a helicopter pilot for years in the Royal Air Force—so it only makes sense that the royals take Remembrance Day seriously.

Much like Memorial Day in the United States, Remembrance Day is an annual holiday in the U.K. that pays tribute to those in the military who have died in combat.

Throughout this week, royals have been attending commemorative events, and tonight, nearly every working royal will attend the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, a crowd that is rarely seen in public together aside from the annual gathering on the Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour.

The Queen is expected to be at tonight's event alongside her four children, Charles, Anne, Andrew, and Edward, as well as her daughters-in-law Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall (who has been ill, but is hoping to attend), and Sophie, the Countess of Wessex, and Princess Anne's husband Sir Tim Laurence. The Queen's cousins, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, and the Duke of Kent will also be in attendance, as will Prince Charles's sons and their wives, Meghan and Kate.

Tonight's appearance marks the first time the "fab four" will be photographed together since Prince Harry acknowledged tensions with his older brother Prince William, saying they are on "different paths."

At this point, it's unclear if Prince Philip will be there tonight as he retired from public duties several years ago. The Queen's cousin Princess Alexandra is also not expected to be in the audience this evening.

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Still Riding at 93! Queen Elizabeth Heads Out on Horseback After Remembrance Weekend

Age is just a number for Queen Elizabeth.

The 93-year-old monarch was spotted enjoying a horseback ride around the grounds of Windsor Castle on Monday morning. She wore a long navy coat, headscarf and sunglasses for the outing, where she was accompanied by Head Groom Terry Pendry.

Throughout her life, the Queen has always had a love of horses. She was given her first horse (a Shetland pony) when she was just 4 years old and was seen riding back in April 2018, just after the birth of her great-grandson Prince Louis. The monarch also attends the Windsor Horse Show annually and is known to get rather spirited when watching horse races like Royal Ascot.

Her love for the animals was passed onto the next generations of royals as well. The Queen’s daughter, Princess Anne, became the first royal to compete in the Olympics when she rode in the equestrian three-day event at the 1976 Games in Montreal. Anne’s daughter, Zara, followed in her mother’s footsteps and won a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics as a member of the Great Britain Eventing Team.

Late journalist and diarist Kenneth Rose chronicled the Queen’s love of animals in Who Loses, Who Wins: The Journals of Kenneth Rose, Vol II 1979-2014. In March 1997, Prince Charles told Rose of a time when the head of Wimbledon pondered if the Queen would come open a new tennis court.

“I doubt it,” Prince Philip reportedly replied, “unless there are dogs and horses.”

The Queen’s horseback ride comes after a somber weekend of Remembrance Day services. The monarch was accompanied by Meghan Markle, Kate Middleton and other members of the royal family for the Festival of Remembrance Service on Saturday. They stepped out again the following day at the Cenotaph war memorial in London to pay tribute to fallen soldiers.

12 Quotes About Family And Parenthood From Prince Charles

During his seven-plus decades in the spotlight, Prince Charles has gone from a son and grandson to a father and grandfather.

The British royal now has two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, and four grandchildren ― Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. Over the years, he’s occasionally shared glimpses into his family life.

In honor of his birthday, here are 12 quotes about family and parenthood from the Prince of Wales.

On The Quality He Hopes His Sons Have

“Sensitivity to others, which by any definition is actually called good manners, which I think a lot of people have forgotten ― and also, on the whole, do unto others as you’d have them do unto you, which is not a bad way of trying to operate.”

On Teaching His Kids To Care For The Environment

“You never quite know what influence you’re having or what difference the garden is making, but it’s only years later that people will admit it. I had no idea, for instance, that my own children might have been paying attention to me about rubbish and plastic waste. They suddenly announced that they had actually been listening, but you think you’ve been having no influence at all.”

On Taking Pride In His Sons

“It’s always marvelous just to see them develop and start to get good at some things and develop interests and all that. It gives me enormous pleasure and satisfaction and pride.”

On Co-Parenting In The Spotlight

“We discuss it, but that’s a matter for us, isn’t it? It’s not a matter for other people to decide how our children should be educated or brought up, but you can bet your bottom dollar, they will all interfere and they will all say, ‘It should have been done this way!’ That’s become a national pastime.”

On Watching His Kids Grow Up

“As they get older, the more things perhaps they, being boys, can do with their father. That’s obviously more and more enjoyable. But I’ve always mucked around with them a great deal. When William was tiny, I used to muck around with him as much as I possibly could.”

On Designing A Garden For Children

“Children respond to timelessly intriguing things like small, hidden paths which you never quite know where they’re leading. Or little tunnels and little places that make it exciting and interesting. That’s what I love.”

On Having Sons In The Military

“With two sons currently serving in the Armed Forces, one of whom is with you all out there, I really do have at least some understanding of what your loved ones on the ‘home front’ are going through. They are clearly missing you deeply, particularly at this time of year, and they are constantly thinking and worrying about you.”

On Parent-Child Relationships

“Relationships with fathers can be such complex ones. ... So often, I suppose, one must long to have got on better or to have been able to talk freely about the things that matter deeply but one was too inhibited to discuss.”

On His Newborn Son William

“He has the good fortune not to look like me!”

On His Grandmother, The Queen Mum

“She seemed gloriously unstoppable. And ever since I was a child, I adored her. She was quite simply the most magical grandmother you could possibly have and I was utterly devoted to her.”

On Grandchildren

“[I’m thankful to have them] to look after me when I’m tottering about.”

On Passing Down His Love For Gardening

“We had a tiny bit at the back of the garden where we could grow a few vegetables and tomatoes. That experience is very valuable and I hope my grandchildren can have the same.”