Queen Elizabeth death LIVE Updates: King Charles III pledges to uphold constitutional principles in his first speech

Prince Harry and Meghan tread delicate path after queen's death

Just before boarding a flight at Aberdeen on Friday, the morning after the death of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry put his arm around the shoulder of an airport worker who had expressed her sympathy while accompanying him across the tarmac. It was a moment of warmth and informality characteristic of Harry, whose approachable persona long made him one of the most popular royals - until his decision to step back from royal duties caused a breach in the family that is far from resolved.

Charles commits to 'lifelong service' in first address as king

Britain's new monarch, King Charles III, addressed a mourning nation and the Commonwealth for the first time Friday, a day after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. "I speak to you today with feelings of profound sorrow. Throughout her life, Her Majesty the Queen -- my beloved Mother -- was an inspiration and example to me and to all my family, and we owe her the most heartfelt debt any family can owe to their mother; for her love, affection, guidance, understanding and example.

I too now solemnly pledge myself to uphold the constitutional principles at the heart our nation, says King Charles.

I pay tribute to my mother's memory and honour her life of service: King Charles

Her death brings great sadness and I share that sense of loss beyond measure: King Charles

It will no longer be possible for me to give so much time and energy to charities I care deeply about: Charles

I shall endeavour to serve you with loyalty, respect and love: King Charles

Queen made sacrifices for duty, says King Charles in his maiden speech as Monarch

Her dedication and devotion never wavered: King Charles

King Charles III addresses the UK for the first time following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II

Crowds mourn 'amazing lady' Queen Elizabeth outside royal residences

The crowd gathered outside Buckingham Palace to pay respects to the late Queen Elizabeth on Friday were rewarded with a surprise that brought cheers on a sombre day when King Charles came to shake hands and talk with dozens of well-wishers.

British King Charles III to address nation for first time, shortly.

The death of Queen Elizabeth II has triggered a series of carefully structured ceremonial and constitutional steps, as Britain undergoes a period of national mourning and heralds the reign of King Charles III.

King Charles III holds first audience with UK PM Truss: palace

UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has arrived at Buckingham Palace for an audience with King Charles III

Queen Elizabeth led an exemplary life of duty and dignity: UK envoy Alex Ellis

Alex Ellis, UK High Commissioner mourned the demise of Queen Elizabeth II and admired the longest serving Queen for leading an exemplary life of strength, duty, hard work and dignity. "For the devotion of Queen Elizabeth during her long life, she will be remembered in UK, India, Common Wealth nations and across the world. We mourn the loss and death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," the envoy said as the world leaders expressed grief following the Queen's demise.

King Charles greets public outside Buckingham Palace

Gun salutes boom in London and at military sites across UK, with 96 rounds being fired to mark Queen Elizabeth II's life (AP)