Aussies have helped rescue nine lions from a Ukrainian zoo.

A sketch filmed by the Queen with Paddington Bear was one of the highlights of an epic concert outside Buckingham Palace.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s daughter is spending her first birthday in the UK during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

The adventurer repeated the world-record sailing feat that he first achieved 60 years ago.

The special concert featured many of the globe’s biggest stars, including Elton John, Diana Ross and Alicia Keys, as well as a YouTube clip that will become one for the ages.

As Ukrainian troops tried to claw back territory and stave off a Russian assault along the country’s embattled eastern front, the government also rejected a demand Emmanuel Macron that Moscow not be humiliated

The Queen stole the show in a skit during a star-studded event celebrating her record 70 years on the throne. 

Prince William and Prince Charles paid tribute to the Queen during a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace.

Thousands of people have gathered outside Buckingham Palace for a concert celebrating the Queen's record 70 years on the throne.

Prince Charles' moving speech at the Platinum Party at the Palace.

Elton John has appeared at the Platinum Party at the Palace in a pre-recorded song filmed inside the Red Drawing Room at Windsor Castle.

The Queen has delighted fans with a surprise tea party with none other than Paddington Bear, revealing just what she keeps in her handbag.

The Duke of Cambridge has spoken of Queen Elizabeth's commitment to the environment during a speech at the Platinum Party at the Palace.

Duran Duran pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth and her iconic reign at the Platinum Party at the Palace.

Rod Stewart has performed a selection of hits at the Queen's Platinum Party at the Palace.

Prince William and Kate brought their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte to watch the Queen's Platinum Party at the Palace.

Queen has brought a rock and roll start to the Queen's Platinum Party at the Palace, performing their hit 'We Will Rock You' along with US singer Adam Lambert.