Former UK PM Margaret Thatcher dies following stroke

UPDATE:  Former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher has died from a stroke.  According to British government officials she will have a ceremonal funeral with full military honors.  Current Prime Minister David Cameron has cut short his trip to Spain and France when hearing of her death.

Downing Street confirms that Queen Elizabeth II has approved a ceremonal funeral, a step below a state funeral, to be held to honor Thatcher at St. Paul's Cathedral.  It will be follwed by a private cremation.  Officials did not provide further details on the timing of the service, saying only that the arrangement are "in line with the wishes" of Thatcher's family.

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