This is amazing.
We are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with all the Royal Family at this deeply sad time. Out of respect the Resort will be closed tomorrow. If you're due to visit you will receive an email about your booking. pic.twitter.com/5vJlqUgIXv— LEGOLAND Windsor (@LEGOLANDWindsor) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:08 (one year ago) link
is it better to be honest about feelings with meltish acquaintances and come off as a callous monster or hold my tongue and wish I was dead for the next few weeks
― Left
flame away, I sure am
― sleeve, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:09 (one year ago) link
keep existing black and white logo as is | stick a fucking candle on itsuperhero sweating
― nashwan, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:10 (one year ago) link
pic.twitter.com/EhNiafmfSX— GrieveWatch (@GrieveWatch) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:10 (one year ago) link
Lockheed Martin also posted a tribute tweet but that's rather more fitting, I guess.
― emil.y, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:24 (one year ago) link
People used to send actual flowers, now a performative dashed-off tweet will suffice
― Andy the Grasshopper, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:26 (one year ago) link
Worth clicking the link:
I Maybe Be Died, But My LEgacty Will Live On Insode Computetr” (by Queen Elizabeth II) https://t.co/GqP4kw8N3Y— ClickHole (@ClickHole) September 8, 2022
― but also fuck you (unperson), Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:27 (one year ago) link
The "Hamilton" Crew kind of misses the point of Alexander Hamilton
― Andy the Grasshopper, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:27 (one year ago) link
annoying we never actually found out the sizes
― mark s, Thursday, 8 September 2022 21:36 (one year ago) link
xp last night on HistoryTV (CSPAN 2), a Jefferson scholar mentioned that TJ clashed w Ham in part because the former into early (pre-guillotine) French Revoloo, latter big on Brits, as this from American Diplomacy journal site lays out:
Hamilton’s approach to economic and foreign policy was based on his belief and hope that the United States could emerge as a great empire, rivaling, and someday surpassing, the empire of Great Britain. Indeed, Great Britain was his model for shaping U.S. economic policies and institutions. Hamilton greatly admired the British Empire for its unparalleled financial and commercial power and its preeminent global position. As Treasury Secretary he generously borrowed British financial practices and encouraged trade with our former colonial masters and wartime antagonist. As chief foreign policy advisor to President Washington, he counseled cooperation with Britain, focused on the common security interests of Britain and the United States, and advocated the development of strong U.S. naval power.In 1795, Hamilton described his country as the “embryo of a great empire.”
In 1795, Hamilton described his country as the “embryo of a great empire.”
(Then again, sometimes I wonder if America and the world wouldn't have been better off we'd stayed in the Empire-to-Commonwealth, with no American Civil War and room for our own sep. imperialist adventures? Would not eliminate racism, classism etc,, but maybe not so much freakish homegrowth...would still have to deal with French, Spanish possessions in North America, but might have worked out better than it did, again without too much room and resources for US romping all over)
― dow, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:15 (one year ago) link
pic.twitter.com/lBSVAkvnOe— Poundland (@Poundland) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:21 (one year ago) link
Rest in peace Queen Elizabeth II ✨ pic.twitter.com/vpbNI2MyeC— Poppers Aromas (10K) (@AromasContact) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:23 (one year ago) link
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge Her Majesty the Queen's passing. For 70 years, she stewarded us through our darkest and brightest days. Thank you Your Majesty. RIP https://t.co/uxF192OlSR pic.twitter.com/iuHGVw55Jb— British Kebab Awards (@KebabAwards) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:27 (one year ago) link
We're deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. We send our deepest condolences to The Royal Family.As a mark of respect our shops are closed this evening and will remain closed tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/Ik86Vp3Lcz— William Hill (@WilliamHill) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:30 (one year ago) link
Our condolences, Rest In Peace Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 🕊 https://t.co/PF1FGyJ7BC— Funko (@OriginalFunko) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:31 (one year ago) link
Kinda surprised I haven't received any emails from Kamala Harris or John Fetterman trying to fundraise off this
― Andy the Grasshopper, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:32 (one year ago) link
pic.twitter.com/8nYdhQP1S0— WimpyUK (@WimpyUK) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:37 (one year ago) link
An inspiration for more than seven decades, we’re sorry to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Thank you, Ma'am. pic.twitter.com/CdavahJXR6— Greggs (@GreggsOfficial) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:39 (one year ago) link
As a mark of respect to her majesty and the royal family on this incredibly sad day, we have taken the decision to abandon tonight’s meeting and cancel tomorrow's Friday meeting. pic.twitter.com/zJJz8BbV5u— Monmore Green (@Monmoredogs) September 8, 2022
― calzino, Thursday, 8 September 2022 22:54 (one year ago) link
"The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, has sent his condolences to Britain after the “irreparable loss” of Queen Elizabeth II."
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 23:24 (one year ago) link
Narendra Modi, the prime minister of India, wrote on Twitter: “Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a stalwart of our times.
“She provided inspiring leadership to her nation and people.
“She personified dignity and decency in public life. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and people of UK in this sad hour.”
― xyzzzz__, Thursday, 8 September 2022 23:26 (one year ago) link
Fans in all the right places.
― Buckfast At Tiffany's (Tom D.), Thursday, 8 September 2022 23:27 (one year ago) link
The British Emporium is keeping its door open all night to welcome people who just need to be comforted and talk about their love of ol' Liz (and perhaps by a nice Union Jack throw blanket while you're here).
― papal hotwife (milo z), Thursday, 8 September 2022 23:46 (one year ago) link
#IrishTwitter Tallaght stadium in Dublin tonight pic.twitter.com/FhHtoVGT1L— Dublin Bhoy (@dublincelticfan) September 8, 2022
― calzino, Friday, 9 September 2022 06:20 (one year ago) link
How long is the football cancelled for? I thought it was just this weekend but many people are saying it could be at least two weeks?
― anvil, Friday, 9 September 2022 07:25 (one year ago) link
“A determination regarding the remainder of this weekend's scheduled fixtures will be made following a review of the official mourning guidance, in addition to further consultation with DCMS and other sports on Friday morning," said an EFL statement.
I don't know about the prem but the EFL have had a review of "official mourning guidance". When her dad choked it football fixtures went ahead 2 days later.
― calzino, Friday, 9 September 2022 07:39 (one year ago) link
they were made of sterner stuff in those days
plus i think people would've legit rioted
― seo layer (Noodle Vague), Friday, 9 September 2022 08:34 (one year ago) link
tbf i think the moment any of this bullshit personally inconveniences me i'm gonna throw an absolute shitfit
― seo layer (Noodle Vague), Friday, 9 September 2022 08:35 (one year ago) link
So do American ex-presidents get an invite to the funeral? Can't see why they would but the ultra-traditional 'rules' seem to be made up on the hoof so anything's on at this stage.
― born on the bayeux (Matt #2), Friday, 9 September 2022 08:42 (one year ago) link
RIP sister - no one rocked the hijab like you did pic.twitter.com/BCXd307602— Waqas Tufail (@_WaqasTufail) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 08:49 (one year ago) link
tbf last time there was a coronation most of the commonwealth had to send a representative at gunpoint or the army burnt down half their villages
― seo layer (Noodle Vague), Friday, 9 September 2022 08:50 (one year ago) link
how does everyone in this LOOK privately educated https://t.co/zwJccfSm1q— it's a fuckin emu 🔴 (@adamjamesdavis_) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 08:50 (one year ago) link
Oh my god how is Trump so good at this?!
Nigel Farage inexplicably just had Donald Trump phone in to his GB News show to pay tribute to the late Queen, saying they “had great chemistry” and “spent a lot more time together than people thought.” pic.twitter.com/Jignt4hJWF— Women for Wes (@Women4Wes) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 08:54 (one year ago) link
An inspiration to all generations, young and old. Queen Elizabeth 1926 – 2022 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/pWkfBjzHWD— Peppa Pig Official (@peppapig) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 08:58 (one year ago) link
Iron Maiden are saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II - a British institution and global inspiration for more than 70 years.God Bless you Ma’am. pic.twitter.com/caC91hhUO6— Iron Maiden (@IronMaiden) September 9, 2022
― link.exposing.politically (Camaraderie at Arms Length), Friday, 9 September 2022 09:09 (one year ago) link
Would like to know what the rest of the NWoBHM think about it
― born on the bayeux (Matt #2), Friday, 9 September 2022 09:12 (one year ago) link
Thunderstick is in heavy mourning
https://bravewords.com/medias-static/images/news/2019/5CEC1996-thunderstick-former-samson-iron-maiden-drummer-reveals-new-live-band-lineup-new-shows-confirmed-image.jpg
― seo layer (Noodle Vague), Friday, 9 September 2022 09:39 (one year ago) link
guess my theory: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fb91GM2XwAYMo54?format=jpg
― mark s, Friday, 9 September 2022 09:43 (one year ago) link
I hadn't seen the last screen from Eccleston which he is partially wrong about.
i just know christopher eccleston is having the time of his life rn pic.twitter.com/V8TJcGGkvR— daisy (@mercurysdyke) September 8, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 09:54 (one year ago) link
wrt to their lack of 'real' powers. They definitely have some.
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 09:55 (one year ago) link
There was a story this morning about a chip shop in Scotland being decimated after the owner had posted a 'celebratory' pic. Twitter was furiously angry against her, and basically got a crowd to go round and smash the shop windows etc.
Seems to have disappeared otherwise I'd have posted it here
― Mark G, Friday, 9 September 2022 10:00 (one year ago) link
Eccleston is screenshotting this article
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/tv-radio-web/harry-and-meghan-the-union-of-two-great-houses-the-windsors-and-the-celebrities-is-complete-1.4504502
― Number None, Friday, 9 September 2022 10:26 (one year ago) link
Ah cool.
Paying my respects to Celtic here.
All British Football Clubs turning their logos black and white to honour the passing of Queen Elizabeth.Celtic Football Club: pic.twitter.com/mwgKc1LfGa— JAKE BUCKLEY 🇦🇺 (@TheMasterBucks) September 9, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 10:31 (one year ago) link
hot damn eccles!
― nashwan, Friday, 9 September 2022 10:37 (one year ago) link
Two 4-0 gubbings in a row and the Queen dying, how much more punishment can the poor old Rangers fans take?
― Buckfast At Tiffany's (Tom D.), Friday, 9 September 2022 10:52 (one year ago) link
Hold on why is the Last Night of the Proms cancelled? Could have been an orgy of flag fucking the likes of which have never been seen and never will be again.
― born on the bayeux (Matt #2), Friday, 9 September 2022 10:55 (one year ago) link
It's really weird but it has to do with people enjoying some music.
Like football, it must be binned. Work is good though. No days off.
Please be patriotic in a way that doesn't completely fuck the economy, thanks. pic.twitter.com/BtfYxEon0K— lol (@MediocreDave) September 9, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 10:57 (one year ago) link
Strikes off. Carnival off. What a disgrace.
Regretfully, we have made the decision to cancel Hackney Carnival on Sunday to observe this period of national mourning We’ll be looking at whether it's feasible to hold Carnival later this year, or if we can showcase the artists’ work in another way pic.twitter.com/XeoTgCYAqu— Hackney Council (@hackneycouncil) September 9, 2022
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 11:02 (one year ago) link
All for a woman who protected a pedophile.
― xyzzzz__, Friday, 9 September 2022 11:04 (one year ago) link
this is what real cancel culture looks like
― Left, Friday, 9 September 2022 11:07 (one year ago) link