Double rainbow over Buckingham Palace as Queen Elizabeth's death is announced

On a rainy day in London, as the world learned of the passing of England's longest-reigning monarch, a brilliant double rainbow appeared outside of Buckingham Palace.

Most don't know life without Queen Elizabeth II — how will the world cope without her?

“I think this will be an international trauma that’s going to last for probably months and years,” one history professor predicted of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing.

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip: A love story

Queen Elizabeth II wore the British crown for 70 years, but she wore her wedding ring even longer.

Photos: Queen Elizabeth II through the years

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, assumed the throne after the death of her father on Feb. 6, 1952.

Platinum Jubilee: Queen Elizabeth to miss Saturday events

It's the second time in as many days that the queen's mobility issues have robbed crowds of a chance to see her.

Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee: British monarch celebrates 70-year reign

Four days of celebrations honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 years on the throne were underway Thursday with a display of British military traditions stretching from the days of horse and cannon to the jet age.

UK unveils winning pudding for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee

Jemma Melvin’s sunshine bright, sweet and sour concoction topped with whipped cream and crumbled cookies beat 5,000 other recipes.