The Queen of England is now the world's longest reiging Monarch alive

the Queen of England was declared the world's longest reigning Monarch just as the world's longest reigning monarch (Ex) Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej has died aged 88, it has been confirmed.

The Thai palace announced his death saying that he passed away peacefully in hospital earlier this morning.

A statement said: 'His Majesty has passed away at Siriraj Hospital peacefully.

'Even though the board of doctors has closely monitored and treated him to the best of its abilities, the king's condition never improved but deteriorated until Thursday.' 

The palace did not give a reason for his death.