<p>The UK government has cautioned festivalgoers about an unusual shift in the drug market resulting&nbsp;in a rapid and potentially hazardous spike of fake ecstasy drugs due to a combination of Brexit, and Covid lockdowns. The police have begun a crackdown targeting supply chains.</p>

<p>However, last year, criminologists and chemists discovered that over half of the MDMA sold at festivals in England did not contain any of the drugs.</p>

<p>According to the Guardian, a report&nbsp;published in the journal Drug Science, Policy and Law, predicts&nbsp;a shift in the UK drugs between 2019 and 2021. It further added that “adulteration poses additional unknown risks to the health of people who use illicit drugs.”</p>

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<p>The experts suggest that any of the pills sold at the festivals were made of chemicals like cathinones, a new psychoactive drug (NPS), and caffeine. Some of its users later observed panic, insanity and persistent insomnia.</p>

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<p>Michael Pascoe, a research associate at Cardiff University and a co-lead author of the study, told the UK newspaper, “This is the first peer-reviewed article that confirms there was an unprecedented shift in the quality of UK ecstasy following Brexit and the lockdowns. As well as noticing this effect at festivals, the study also presents wider UK data that confirms the same effect was seen across the whole country."</p>

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<p>The researchers further discovered that 45 per cent of the compounds advertised as MDMA contained none of its substances and were made of cathinones and caffeine. A&nbsp;probe conducted in 2019 during festivals&nbsp;found that only 7 per cent of the tablets examined did not contain MDMA. It also mentions studies from the harm reduction organisation Wedinos, which discovered that nearly 15 per cent of the MDMA products tested in the year 2021 had only cathinones and only 14 per cent had caffeine.</p>

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The UK government has cautioned festivalgoers about an unusual shift in the drug market resulting in a rapid and potentially hazardous spike of fake ecstasy drugs due to a combination of Brexit, and Covid lockdowns.

The UK government has cautioned festivalgoers about an unusual shift in the drug market resulting in a rapid and potentially hazardous spike of fake ecstasy drugs due to a combination of Brexit, and Covid lockdowns. The police have begun a crackdown targeting supply chains. However, last year, criminologists and chemists discovered that over half of the MDMA sold at festivals in England did not contain any of the drugs. According to the Guardian, a report published in the journal Drug Science, Policy and Law, predicts a shift in the UK drugs between 2019 and 2021. It further added that “adulteration poses additional unknown risks to the health of people who use illicit drugs.” Also read | How Brexit created political instability in Britain The experts suggest that any of the pills sold at the festivals were made of chemicals like cathinones, a new psychoactive drug (NPS), and caffeine. Some of its users later observed panic, insanity and persistent insomnia. Watch | Post-Brexit Northern Ireland trade agreement unviable, says UK PM Boris Johnson Michael Pascoe, a research associate at Cardiff University and a co-lead author of the study, told the UK newspaper, “This is the first peer-reviewed article that confirms there was an unprecedented shift in the quality of UK ecstasy following Brexit and the lockdowns. As well as noticing this effect at festivals, the study also presents wider UK data that confirms the same effect was seen across the whole country." Also read | British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's pro-Brexit father Stanley becomes French The researchers further discovered that 45 per cent of the compounds advertised as MDMA contained none of its substances and were made of cathinones and caffeine. A probe conducted in 2019 during festivals found that only 7 per cent of the tablets examined did not contain MDMA. It also mentions studies from the harm reduction organisation Wedinos, which discovered that nearly 15 per cent of the MDMA products tested in the year 2021 had only cathinones and only 14 per cent had caffeine. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Even as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson struggles to find supporters in his country in the wake of lockdown party scandals, the Conservative leader seems to have an admirer across the border in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv city where a bakery has created and named a pastry in honour of Johnson and his unruly hairdo.</p>

<p>Cafe Zaertailo said they came up with the fabulous pastry as they were “inspired by the English apple pie and the charming haircut of Boris Johnson.”</p>

<p>“Boris Johnson is not just a prime minister but is also now a croissant,” announced Cafe Zaertailo on Instagram Monday, June 6.</p>

<p>The café added that this dish “dedicated to our British friends in tribute for their support in the war against Russia.”</p>

<p>The pastry is described as “a croissant pastry crust, with custard vans, baked apples, Italian meringue and the final touch – a vat of old school ice cream on gumballs. And a charismatic croissant!”</p>

<p>The cake, which costs 97 hryvnias (3 euros), has caught the attention of many online followers, with one commenting, “Now Boris Johnson just has to come to visit you for a croissant.”</p>

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<p>Another follower echoed said, “Boris is just simply obliged to come and try one of your croissants”.</p>

<p>The Telegraph newspaper reported that the popular pastry had already sold out.0</p>

<p>Notably, the cake naming is not the first time that Johnson praise by Ukrainians. In April, a small town near Odesa in southern Ukraine decided to rename one of its roads after him, reports the Independent.</p>

<p>The admiration of the UK PM stems from the fact that UK has helped Ukraine in war against Russia by supplying weapons for its soldiers. The Ukrainian armed forces have been posting videos on their social media channels describing the success they received after using these weapons.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Johnson secured a narrow win in a no-confidence vote&nbsp;on Monday over revelations that he and his staff held parties that broke the COVID-19 lockdown rules their government imposed across the UK.</p>

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Even as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson struggles to find supporters in his country in the wake of lockdown party scandals, the Conservative leader seems to have an admirer across the border in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv city where a bakery has created and named a pastry in honour of Johnson and his unruly hairdo.

Even as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson struggles to find supporters in his country in the wake of lockdown party scandals, the Conservative leader seems to have an admirer across the border in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv city where a bakery has created and named a pastry in honour of Johnson and his unruly hairdo. Cafe Zaertailo said they came up with the fabulous pastry as they were “inspired by the English apple pie and the charming haircut of Boris Johnson.” “Boris Johnson is not just a prime minister but is also now a croissant,” announced Cafe Zaertailo on Instagram Monday, June 6. The café added that this dish “dedicated to our British friends in tribute for their support in the war against Russia.” The pastry is described as “a croissant pastry crust, with custard vans, baked apples, Italian meringue and the final touch – a vat of old school ice cream on gumballs. And a charismatic croissant!” The cake, which costs 97 hryvnias (3 euros), has caught the attention of many online followers, with one commenting, “Now Boris Johnson just has to come to visit you for a croissant.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Завертайло. (@zavertailo.kyiv) × Another follower echoed said, “Boris is just simply obliged to come and try one of your croissants”. The Telegraph newspaper reported that the popular pastry had already sold out.0 Notably, the cake naming is not the first time that Johnson praise by Ukrainians. In April, a small town near Odesa in southern Ukraine decided to rename one of its roads after him, reports the Independent. The admiration of the UK PM stems from the fact that UK has helped Ukraine in war against Russia by supplying weapons for its soldiers. The Ukrainian armed forces have been posting videos on their social media channels describing the success they received after using these weapons. Meanwhile, Johnson secured a narrow win in a no-confidence vote on Monday over revelations that he and his staff held parties that broke the COVID-19 lockdown rules their government imposed across the UK. (With inputs from agencies)

Kyiv bakery names cake after UK PM Boris Johnson in honour of his unruly hair

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<p>On the day UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson averted being forced to give up work in the prime ministerial office, more than 33000 workers from 70 firms in the country started four-day work week trial. The trial, which would involve these workers working just four days out of the seven-day week will not see a pay cut due to reduced working hours.</p>

<p>This pilot scheme will last for six months. The workers taking part in the trail range from those working in local fish and chips shop to large financial companies.</p>

<p>This trial is being organised by not-for-profit 4 Day Week Global, a think tank, and 4 Day Week UK Campaign in partnership with researchers from Cambrisge University, the Oxford University and Boston College.</p>

<p>The aim is to be more productive. The staff will get full pay for 80 per cent of the usual hours they clock in.</p>

<p>As millions of employees worldwide switched to remote work during the Covid pandemic, calls to shorten work week increased. Researchers have said that a trial of four-day work week in Iceland became an 'overwheming success'.</p>

<p>These trials took place between 2015 and 2019. The workers were paid in full even when the working hours were less. The 4 Day Weel Campaign said in a press release that government-backed trials are due to take place in Spain and Scotland later this year.</p>

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On the day UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson averted being forced to give up work in the prime ministerial office, more than 33000 workers from 70 firms in the country started four-day work week trial.

On the day UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson averted being forced to give up work in the prime ministerial office, more than 33000 workers from 70 firms in the country started four-day work week trial. The trial, which would involve these workers working just four days out of the seven-day week will not see a pay cut due to reduced working hours. This pilot scheme will last for six months. The workers taking part in the trail range from those working in local fish and chips shop to large financial companies. This trial is being organised by not-for-profit 4 Day Week Global, a think tank, and 4 Day Week UK Campaign in partnership with researchers from Cambrisge University, the Oxford University and Boston College. The aim is to be more productive. The staff will get full pay for 80 per cent of the usual hours they clock in. As millions of employees worldwide switched to remote work during the Covid pandemic, calls to shorten work week increased. Researchers have said that a trial of four-day work week in Iceland became an 'overwheming success'. These trials took place between 2015 and 2019. The workers were paid in full even when the working hours were less. The 4 Day Weel Campaign said in a press release that government-backed trials are due to take place in Spain and Scotland later this year. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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The fate of Prime Minister Boris Johnson will be decided sooner than anyone thought it has been confirmed that tory MPs will hold a no-confidence motion against Johnson today.

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<p>UK PM Boris Johnson has won the crucial confidence vote in British Parliament. The vote was triggered by his own Conservative Party over the 'partygate'; alochol fuelled parties organised at Johnson's Downing Street residence when much of Britain was under strict Covid lockdown. The partygate had caused great backlash against Boris Johnson. The British premier had to repeatedly apologise to the parliament.</p>

<p>Johnson got support from 211 MPs while 148 MPs said that they did not have confidence in him.</p>

<p>Johnson's position appeared perilous in the run up to the vote as several Conservative MPs had submitted letters calling on Johnson to resign from the position of prime minister. However, he appears to have averted the danger to his post.</p>

<p>A total of 180 votes were enough to ensure survival of Johnson.</p>

<p>Reuters had reported in the run up to the vote that Johnson enjoyed support from 145 Conservative MPs.</p>

<p>Things looked tough for Johnson as 'partygate scandal' had tarnished his public image. He was booed at a ceremony two days ago during celebrations of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee.</p>

<p>Johnson had tried to keep a brave face in the run up to the confidence vote</p>

<p>A spokesperson for Johnson's Downing Street office had said the vote would "allow the government to draw a line and move on" and that the prime minister welcomed the opportunity to make his case to lawmakers.</p>

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UK PM Boris Johnson has won the crucial confidence vote in British Parliament. The vote was triggered by his own Conservative Party over the 'partygate'; alochol fuelled parties organised at Johnson's Downing Street residence when much of Britain was under strict Covid lockdown.

UK PM Boris Johnson has won the crucial confidence vote in British Parliament. The vote was triggered by his own Conservative Party over the 'partygate'; alochol fuelled parties organised at Johnson's Downing Street residence when much of Britain was under strict Covid lockdown. The partygate had caused great backlash against Boris Johnson. The British premier had to repeatedly apologise to the parliament. Johnson got support from 211 MPs while 148 MPs said that they did not have confidence in him. Johnson's position appeared perilous in the run up to the vote as several Conservative MPs had submitted letters calling on Johnson to resign from the position of prime minister. However, he appears to have averted the danger to his post. A total of 180 votes were enough to ensure survival of Johnson. Reuters had reported in the run up to the vote that Johnson enjoyed support from 145 Conservative MPs. Things looked tough for Johnson as 'partygate scandal' had tarnished his public image. He was booed at a ceremony two days ago during celebrations of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee. Johnson had tried to keep a brave face in the run up to the confidence vote A spokesperson for Johnson's Downing Street office had said the vote would "allow the government to draw a line and move on" and that the prime minister welcomed the opportunity to make his case to lawmakers. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

UK PM Boris Johnson wins confidence vote, 'partygate' fails to oust him

<p>At least 145 British lawmakers from Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party had publicly indicated support for him ahead of a confidence vote over his leadership on Monday, a Reuters tally showed.</p>

<p>A total of 180 votes would be enough to ensure he survives the leadership challenge. The ballot will be secret and there is no guarantee lawmakers will vote in line with their public statements.</p>

<p>The vote is due to commence at 6 p.m. (1700 GMT), with a result expected at 9 p.m.</p>

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<p>Johnson, who scored a sweeping election victory in 2019, has been under increasing pressure after he and staff held alcohol-fuelled parties in his Downing Street office and residence when Britain was under strict lockdowns due to COVID-19.</p>

<p>Should he lose the vote, a leadership contest would follow to decide his replacement, which could take several weeks.</p>

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<p>In what might concern Johnson's team, he said he was not aware of "any orchestrated campaign" to oust the prime minister, which suggests a more spontaneous rebellion than ones that have felled leaders in the past.</p>

<p>A spokesperson for Johnson's Downing Street office said the vote would "allow the government to draw a line and move on" and that the prime minister welcomed the opportunity to make his case to lawmakers.</p>

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At least 145 British lawmakers from Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party had publicly indicated support for him ahead of a confidence vote over his leadership on Monday, a Reuters tally showed.

At least 145 British lawmakers from Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party had publicly indicated support for him ahead of a confidence vote over his leadership on Monday, a Reuters tally showed. A total of 180 votes would be enough to ensure he survives the leadership challenge. The ballot will be secret and there is no guarantee lawmakers will vote in line with their public statements. The vote is due to commence at 6 p.m. (1700 GMT), with a result expected at 9 p.m. Check out the LIVE updates here Johnson, who scored a sweeping election victory in 2019, has been under increasing pressure after he and staff held alcohol-fuelled parties in his Downing Street office and residence when Britain was under strict lockdowns due to COVID-19. Should he lose the vote, a leadership contest would follow to decide his replacement, which could take several weeks. Also Read | How Boris Johnson suffered a stunning political reversal In what might concern Johnson's team, he said he was not aware of "any orchestrated campaign" to oust the prime minister, which suggests a more spontaneous rebellion than ones that have felled leaders in the past. A spokesperson for Johnson's Downing Street office said the vote would "allow the government to draw a line and move on" and that the prime minister welcomed the opportunity to make his case to lawmakers. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Prince Charles and his son Prince William honored the past and looked to the future Saturday as they paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at a star-studded concert outside Buckingham Palace celebrating the monarch's 70 years on the throne.</p>

<p>Diana Ross, rock band Queen, Duran Duran, Alicia Keys and others performed in front of some 22,000 people gathered on the Mall for the open-air Party at the Palace,&nbsp;which rounded up the third day of a four-day holiday weekend dedicated to celebrating the queen's Platinum Jubilee.</p>

<p>The 96-year-old monarch did not attend the concert, but she delighted the crowds when she appeared in a surprise video recorded with an animated version of another British national treasure: Paddington Bear.</p>

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<p>The queen revealed she shared Paddington's love of marmalade sandwiches in a comedy skit that was shown to open the concert, which culminated in speeches by the monarch's son and grandson.</p>

<p>Charles opened his short speech by addressing the queen as "Your Majesty, mummy,&nbsp;then paid tribute to her lifetime of selfless service."</p>

<p>The queen's eldest son and heir recalled the ever-growing list of world leaders Elizabeth has met and the endless stacks of state papers she has reviewed during a reign that has now stretched from the early days of the Cold War to the information age.</p>

<p>But he also highlighted his mother's role as a symbol of stability, unifying the UK&nbsp;And the Commonwealth as they negotiated this rapidly changing world.</p>

<p>"You have met us and talked with us. You laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us, for these 70 years,"&nbsp;Charles said as scenes from the queen's life were projected on the palace walls. "You pledged to serve your whole life&nbsp;you continue to deliver. That is why we are here. That is what we celebrate tonight."</p>

<p>William preceded his father with remarks that underscored the queen's long-time commitment to the environment as he highlighted the need to combat climate change.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Queen's platinum jubilee celebrations: St Paul's hosts thanksgiving service</strong></p>

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<p>Recalling the queen's 1989 Christmas message, in which she called on all nations to work together to protect the earth for "our children and children's children," William said: "It's my firm hope that my grandmother's words are as true in 70 years' time as they are tonight, that as nations we come together in common cause, because then there is always room for hope."</p>

<p>The queen has not attended any of the festivities since Thursday due to what the palace describes as episodic mobility issues. But her absence at the concert didn't dampen the party atmosphere among the crowds.</p>

<p>"It's a magical experience ... (This is) never again going to happen in our lifetime, and it's just absolutely incredible to be a part of this,"&nbsp;said Sam Ahcquoim, from Cornwall in southwestern England. "I've been really, really excited and just can't wait to get in there now and start dancing."</p>

<p>The monarch also opted not to attend the Epsom Derby earlier Saturday, and was represented at the prestigious annual horse race by her daughter, Princess Anne.</p>

<p>The queen is widely known as an avid horse lover, and she has only missed the Epsom Derby a handful of times.</p>

<p>On Saturday, five of her former racehorses were paraded, and 40 jockeys who have ridden for the queen formed a guard of honour before the national anthem was played.</p>

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<p>"She's been breeding horses for over 60 years. She knows all the blood lines and she's won lots of races and she's very knowledgeable," Frankie Dettori, who lined part of the course with fellow jockeys, told the BBC.</p>

<p>"I'm sure today she'll find a TV and she's going to watch it live, because she loves the Derby so much,"&nbsp;he added.</p>

<p>It was the second time in as many days that the queen's mobility issues have robbed crowds of a chance to see her.</p>

<p>On Friday, the queen skipped a special service of Thanksgiving in her honor at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. Palace officials said she had experienced 'some discomfort'&nbsp;at events the day before, which included waving to huge crowds from Buckingham Palace.</p>

<p>Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, were among nearly 50 members of the royal family who gathered Friday at St. Paul's Cathedral to honor the absent head of state. It was the couple's first public appearance in the UK&nbsp;Since they stepped back from royal duties and moved to California two years ago.</p>

<p>Apart from attending Friday's service, the couple has so far stayed out of the limelight.</p>

<p>Their two children, Archie and Lilibet, who turned one Saturday, haven't yet made an appearance during this trip. A spokesperson for the couple said they were spending the day privately&nbsp;and were not joining some 30 other royals at Saturday's concert.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, members of the royal family travelled to Wales and Northern Ireland as part of celebrations across the UK.</p>

<p>William and his wife Kate brought two of their three children 8-year-old Prince George and 7-year-old Princess Charlotte&nbsp;to Cardiff Castle in Wales before a separate concert in the castle grounds in honour of the queen.</p>

<p>The queen's youngest son, Prince Edward, and his wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex, visited a 1950s-themed seaside funfair in Belfast. Edward tried his hand at pulling a pint of Guinness at a diner, while Sophie took in a 50s and '60s dance demonstration.</p>

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Prince Charles and his son Prince William honored the past and looked to the future Saturday as they paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at a star-studded concert outside Buckingham Palace celebrating the monarch's 70 years on the throne.

Prince Charles and his son Prince William honored the past and looked to the future Saturday as they paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at a star-studded concert outside Buckingham Palace celebrating the monarch's 70 years on the throne. Diana Ross, rock band Queen, Duran Duran, Alicia Keys and others performed in front of some 22,000 people gathered on the Mall for the open-air Party at the Palace, which rounded up the third day of a four-day holiday weekend dedicated to celebrating the queen's Platinum Jubilee. The 96-year-old monarch did not attend the concert, but she delighted the crowds when she appeared in a surprise video recorded with an animated version of another British national treasure: Paddington Bear. Also read | In pics: All the hits & misses from Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebration The queen revealed she shared Paddington's love of marmalade sandwiches in a comedy skit that was shown to open the concert, which culminated in speeches by the monarch's son and grandson. Charles opened his short speech by addressing the queen as "Your Majesty, mummy, then paid tribute to her lifetime of selfless service." The queen's eldest son and heir recalled the ever-growing list of world leaders Elizabeth has met and the endless stacks of state papers she has reviewed during a reign that has now stretched from the early days of the Cold War to the information age. But he also highlighted his mother's role as a symbol of stability, unifying the UK And the Commonwealth as they negotiated this rapidly changing world. "You have met us and talked with us. You laugh and cry with us and, most importantly, you have been there for us, for these 70 years," Charles said as scenes from the queen's life were projected on the palace walls. "You pledged to serve your whole life you continue to deliver. That is why we are here. That is what we celebrate tonight." William preceded his father with remarks that underscored the queen's long-time commitment to the environment as he highlighted the need to combat climate change. Watch | Queen's platinum jubilee celebrations: St Paul's hosts thanksgiving service Recalling the queen's 1989 Christmas message, in which she called on all nations to work together to protect the earth for "our children and children's children," William said: "It's my firm hope that my grandmother's words are as true in 70 years' time as they are tonight, that as nations we come together in common cause, because then there is always room for hope." The queen has not attended any of the festivities since Thursday due to what the palace describes as episodic mobility issues. But her absence at the concert didn't dampen the party atmosphere among the crowds. "It's a magical experience ... (This is) never again going to happen in our lifetime, and it's just absolutely incredible to be a part of this," said Sam Ahcquoim, from Cornwall in southwestern England. "I've been really, really excited and just can't wait to get in there now and start dancing." The monarch also opted not to attend the Epsom Derby earlier Saturday, and was represented at the prestigious annual horse race by her daughter, Princess Anne. The queen is widely known as an avid horse lover, and she has only missed the Epsom Derby a handful of times. On Saturday, five of her former racehorses were paraded, and 40 jockeys who have ridden for the queen formed a guard of honour before the national anthem was played. Also read | Climate activists crash Queen Elizabeth's Jubilee celebrations, protest against Crown's climate inaction "She's been breeding horses for over 60 years. She knows all the blood lines and she's won lots of races and she's very knowledgeable," Frankie Dettori, who lined part of the course with fellow jockeys, told the BBC. "I'm sure today she'll find a TV and she's going to watch it live, because she loves the Derby so much," he added. It was the second time in as many days that the queen's mobility issues have robbed crowds of a chance to see her. On Friday, the queen skipped a special service of Thanksgiving in her honor at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. Palace officials said she had experienced 'some discomfort' at events the day before, which included waving to huge crowds from Buckingham Palace. Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, were among nearly 50 members of the royal family who gathered Friday at St. Paul's Cathedral to honor the absent head of state. It was the couple's first public appearance in the UK Since they stepped back from royal duties and moved to California two years ago. Apart from attending Friday's service, the couple has so far stayed out of the limelight. Their two children, Archie and Lilibet, who turned one Saturday, haven't yet made an appearance during this trip. A spokesperson for the couple said they were spending the day privately and were not joining some 30 other royals at Saturday's concert. Also read | Queen Elizabeth greets Jubilee crowds, but will miss Friday service Meanwhile, members of the royal family travelled to Wales and Northern Ireland as part of celebrations across the UK. William and his wife Kate brought two of their three children 8-year-old Prince George and 7-year-old Princess Charlotte to Cardiff Castle in Wales before a separate concert in the castle grounds in honour of the queen. The queen's youngest son, Prince Edward, and his wife Sophie, Countess of Wessex, visited a 1950s-themed seaside funfair in Belfast. Edward tried his hand at pulling a pint of Guinness at a diner, while Sophie took in a 50s and '60s dance demonstration. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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British Queen's Platinum Jubilee is a glamour's dream coming alive. Showcasing a surprise comic sketch of the Queen opening the pop concert. The live concert outside Buckingham palace attracts 22,000 people. Performers like Brian May, Rod Stewart, and George Ezra perform live. Prince Charles and Prince William pay an emotional tribute to the Queen.

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The 96-year-old queen is the first British monarch in history to reach a Platinum Jubilee, which marks 70 years on the throne. Celebrations over four days will include parties, parades and public holidays.

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<p>UK's Queen Elizabeth on Thursday (June 3) waved at the cheering crowds from the famous balcony of the Buckingham Palace. Her platinum jubilee celebrations will see four days of &nbsp;pomp, parties and parades. Queen Elizabeth has been British monarch for 70 years, longer than any of her predecessors. However, the queen will skip Service of Thanksgiving on Friday. The palace has said that this is due to "episodic mobility issues" the queen is facing.</p>

<p>The 96-year-old monarch was accompanied on the balcony by her family.</p>

<p>"The Queen greatly enjoyed today’s Birthday Parade and Flypast but did experience some discomfort," the palace said.</p>

<p>"Taking into account the journey and activity required to participate in tomorrow’s National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, Her Majesty with great reluctance has concluded that she will not attend."</p>

<p>Tens of thousands of royal supporters lined the streets of London for a military parade.</p>

<p>Queen Elizabeth was holding a walking stick. She was wearing a ducky dove blue outfit that she also wore for an official Jubilee photograph. She was joined on the balcony by her son and heir Prince Charles (73) and other senior royals.</p>

<p>While the family waved to the crowds and enjoyed a Royal Air force fly-past, Louis - Prince William's 4-year-old son - covered his ears and howled as the planes roared overhead. He later jumped up and down as Red Arrow jets released red, white and blue smoke trails.</p>

<p>Elizabeth has been on the throne for longer than any of her predecessors, and is the third-longest reigning monarch ever of a sovereign state. Opinion polls show she remains hugely popular and respected among British people.</p>

<p>World leaders including U.S. President Joe Biden, France's Emmanuel Macron, Pope Francis and former British prime ministers were among those sending messages of goodwill.</p>

<p>"Thank you to everyone who has been involved in convening communities, families, neighbours and friends to mark my Platinum Jubilee, in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth," the queen said in a statement as the festivities got under way.</p>

<p>"I continue to be inspired by the goodwill shown to me."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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UK's Queen Elizabeth on Thursday (June 3) waved at the cheering crowds from the famous balcony of the Buckingham Palace. Her platinum jubilee celebrations will see four days of pomp, parties and parades.

UK's Queen Elizabeth on Thursday (June 3) waved at the cheering crowds from the famous balcony of the Buckingham Palace. Her platinum jubilee celebrations will see four days of pomp, parties and parades. Queen Elizabeth has been British monarch for 70 years, longer than any of her predecessors. However, the queen will skip Service of Thanksgiving on Friday. The palace has said that this is due to "episodic mobility issues" the queen is facing. The 96-year-old monarch was accompanied on the balcony by her family. "The Queen greatly enjoyed today’s Birthday Parade and Flypast but did experience some discomfort," the palace said. "Taking into account the journey and activity required to participate in tomorrow’s National Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral, Her Majesty with great reluctance has concluded that she will not attend." Tens of thousands of royal supporters lined the streets of London for a military parade. Queen Elizabeth was holding a walking stick. She was wearing a ducky dove blue outfit that she also wore for an official Jubilee photograph. She was joined on the balcony by her son and heir Prince Charles (73) and other senior royals. While the family waved to the crowds and enjoyed a Royal Air force fly-past, Louis - Prince William's 4-year-old son - covered his ears and howled as the planes roared overhead. He later jumped up and down as Red Arrow jets released red, white and blue smoke trails. Elizabeth has been on the throne for longer than any of her predecessors, and is the third-longest reigning monarch ever of a sovereign state. Opinion polls show she remains hugely popular and respected among British people. World leaders including U.S. President Joe Biden, France's Emmanuel Macron, Pope Francis and former British prime ministers were among those sending messages of goodwill. "Thank you to everyone who has been involved in convening communities, families, neighbours and friends to mark my Platinum Jubilee, in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth," the queen said in a statement as the festivities got under way. "I continue to be inspired by the goodwill shown to me." (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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The Queen has suddenly pulled out of her Jubilee thanksgiving service at St Paul’s Cathedral after being stricken with pain during Buckingham Palace parade. Britain is celebrating Queen Elizabeth's 70-year reign.

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