King Charles III- Britain's new monarch: 10 points
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III- Britain's new monarch: 10 points

Hindustan Times  

The eldest son of Britain's longest-reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II - Charles - has taken his mother's place on the throne following her death on Thursday. Britain's King Charles III: Britain's Charles during a ceremony. Here are 10 points on Britain's King Charles III: 1. King Charles III is the first child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

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King Charles attends church prayers on the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death
3 months, 2 weeks ago

King Charles attends church prayers on the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death

India TV News  

London: King Charles III attended church near the royal Balmoral estate in Scotland for prayers and reflection in remembrance of his mother Queen Elizabeth II on Sunday, the second anniversary of her death. Charles and Camilla were seen arriving for the Sunday morning service at the tiny granite church of Crathie Kirk, the royal family's place of worship when they …

King Charles III will not reconcile with Prince Harry because…
6 months, 3 weeks ago

King Charles III will not reconcile with Prince Harry because…

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III is eager to mend his fractured relationship with Prince Harry, but his patience has reached “the end of his tether” as the Duke of Sussex shows no sign of compromise, a royal expert claims. The roots of the father-son feud trace back to Prince Harry’s childhood, leaving King Charles III at a loss to repair their relationship …

King Charles III’s openness about cancer has helped him connect with people in year after coronation
7 months, 2 weeks ago

King Charles III’s openness about cancer has helped him connect with people in year after coronation

Associated Press  

LONDON — King Charles III’s decision to be open about his cancer diagnosis has helped the new monarch connect with the people of Britain and strengthened the monarchy in the year since his dazzling coronation at Westminster Abbey. Britain’s King Charles III, center, walks in the Coronation Procession after his coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London, May 6, 2023. …

Historic film gives inside look at King Charles’ coronation one year ago
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Historic film gives inside look at King Charles’ coronation one year ago

CNN  

Editor’s Note: This is a version of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. London CNN — King Charles III was presented with the historic document that officially records his accession and crowning on Wednesday, as the one-year anniversary of his coronation next week draws closer. Held within it is a detailed …

King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis lays bare pressures at Buckingham Palace
10 months, 2 weeks ago

King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis lays bare pressures at Buckingham Palace

Associated Press  

LONDON — King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis heaps more pressure on the British monarchy, which is still evolving after the 70-year reign of the late Queen Elizabeth II. I mean, who knows what the coming years will bring, but with the best will in the world, Charles III will reign as his mother did, and until the moment of his …

King Charles III makes first public appearance since news of cancer diagnosis
10 months, 2 weeks ago

King Charles III makes first public appearance since news of cancer diagnosis

Hindustan Times  

Britain's King Charles III made his first public appearance on Tuesday since his cancer diagnosis was revealed a day earlier, AFP reported. Britain's King Charles III and Britain's Queen Camilla wave as they leave by car from Clarence House in London on February 6, 2024. King Charles III's estranged son Prince Harry reportedly arrived in London on Tuesday after his …

King Charles III's cancer diagnosis puts monarch's health under cloud just 18 months into reign
10 months, 2 weeks ago

King Charles III's cancer diagnosis puts monarch's health under cloud just 18 months into reign

ABC  

It was just a week ago that King Charles III walked out of a private hospital in London following treatment for a benign prostate condition. Given how much his mother's legacy means to him, any absence from these public duties will be noted and lead to speculation about the king's health and his treatment. Buckingham Palace insists the king will …

King Charles III shows his reign will be more about evolution than revolution after year on the job
1 year, 3 months ago

King Charles III shows his reign will be more about evolution than revolution after year on the job

Associated Press  

LONDON — Don’t rock the boat. A year after the death of Queen Elizabeth II triggered questions about the future of the British monarchy, King Charles III’s reign has been marked more by continuity than transformation, by changes in style rather than substance. Most people seem to have shrugged off Charles’ occasional faux pas — most publicly when he threw …

New king, new challenges: the road ahead for King Charles III
1 year, 7 months ago

New king, new challenges: the road ahead for King Charles III

The Hindu  

In the first coronation in the country in 70 years, a lavish ceremony comprising 2,300 guests including more than 100 heads of state, Charles III has been crowned King of the United Kingdom. While the new king has made a name for himself in the climate and social welfare spaces, he will have to work hard to tackle rifts within …

Prince Harry at King Charles III coronation, looked lonely with a fake smile and ignored by family
1 year, 7 months ago

Prince Harry at King Charles III coronation, looked lonely with a fake smile and ignored by family

Hindustan Times  

At Britain's most prestigious event, something that King Charles III had been waiting for all his life the spotlight was not him, but Prince Harry. Britain's Prince Harry, right center row, looks on as front row from left, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, Kate, Princess of Wales and Edward the Duke of Edinburgh attend the coronation ceremony of King …

Ancient tradition meets modernity as King Charles III takes the throne
1 year, 7 months ago

Ancient tradition meets modernity as King Charles III takes the throne

The Hindu  

Ancient tradition met modernity on Saturday, when Britain’s King Charles III was crowned at Westminster Abbey in a two-hour ceremony that was watched by millions of Britons and many more across the world. Some 70 years later, on a characteristically wet and overcast English spring morning, the king, looking solemn as he travelled with the Queen Consort, Camilla, in a …

Charles III crowned king at first UK coronation in 70 years
1 year, 7 months ago

Charles III crowned king at first UK coronation in 70 years

Deccan Chronicle  

LONDON: Charles III on Saturday finally met his date with destiny after a lifetime as heir to his late mother Queen Elizabeth II, as he was officially crowned king in the first coronation in Britain since 1953. But while many of the intricate rituals and ceremony to recognise Charles as his people's "undoubted king" remained, the king sought to bring …

King Charles children and siblings: Royal family tree from King Henry VIII explained
1 year, 7 months ago

King Charles children and siblings: Royal family tree from King Henry VIII explained

The Independent  

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Charles III crowned as King of United Kingdom at Westminster Abbey in London | WATCH
1 year, 7 months ago

Charles III crowned as King of United Kingdom at Westminster Abbey in London | WATCH

India TV News  

The Coronation: The United Kingdom’s royal family turns the page on a new chapter Saturday with the coronation of King Charles III — a spectacle that echoes medieval times but features modern flourishes. Charles III was crowned as King of United Kingdom at Westminster Abbey in London in a solemn religious ceremony that dates back almost a thousand years. Plans …

Crowned king at long last, Britain’s Charles III formally ascends to the throne
1 year, 7 months ago

Crowned king at long last, Britain’s Charles III formally ascends to the throne

LA Times  

‘God save the king!’ rings out in Westminster Abbey as Britain’s Charles III is crowned amid pomp and pageantry. Chants of “God save the king!” echoed off the ornate walls of Westminster Abbey before the five-pound weight of the jewel-encrusted St. Edward’s Crown, which is used only for coronations, was lowered onto his white-haired head in the culmination of Charles’ …

King Charles III coronation: 10 key dates in the life of Britain's monarch
1 year, 7 months ago

King Charles III coronation: 10 key dates in the life of Britain's monarch

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III is set to be crowned on May 6 at the age of 74 as last year following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth he became the oldest heir apparent in British history to take the throne. Here is a look at key dates in King Charles' life: November 14, 1948 Charles Philip Arthur George was born …

‘King Charles will be inaugurated at a time when Empire is gone’
1 year, 7 months ago

‘King Charles will be inaugurated at a time when Empire is gone’

Al Jazeera  

The differences in the coronations of King Charles and his mother highlight the changing role of Britain’s monarchy. The 39th monarch’s coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey was steeped in religious pomp, symbolism and tradition as millions watched watch Queen Elizabeth II recite an oath, was anointed with holy oil and adorned with riches, robes and royal regalia as she was …

King Charles III's Coronation: The surprising power of pomp and ceremony
1 year, 7 months ago

King Charles III's Coronation: The surprising power of pomp and ceremony

BBC  

King Charles III's Coronation: The surprising power of pomp and ceremony Getty Images The symbolism and pageantry of Royal ceremonies has an additional flamboyance that goes sets it apart from most state rituals The lavish spectacle of a state ritual is far more than gilded carriages and foreign dignitaries. On 6 May, 2023, one of the most spectacular rituals in …

Rare photos show King Charles III from infancy to reign
1 year, 7 months ago

Rare photos show King Charles III from infancy to reign

The Independent  

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How King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday, 1st as Britain's monarch
2 years, 1 month ago

How King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday, 1st as Britain's monarch

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III is celebrating his 74th birthday and his first as Britain's monarch on Monday. King Charles III: Britain's King Charles attends the state funeral and burial of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, in London, Britain. King Charles III's first birthday as monarch will be marked by the Band of the Household Cavalry performing Happy Birthday during the Changing of the …

King Charles felt his mother Queen Elizabeth ‘was cold and aloof’ because…
2 years, 1 month ago

King Charles felt his mother Queen Elizabeth ‘was cold and aloof’ because…

Hindustan Times  

King Charles described his mother late monarch Queen Elizabeth II as ‘cold and aloof’ during his ‘lonely’ childhood, a royal author claimed. Christopher Andersen who has written a new book about the monarch, titled “The King: The Life of Charles III” made the shocking revelations. King Charles III: Britain's King Charles attends the state funeral and burial of Britain's Queen …

King Charles III may amend this law to keep peace in the royal family
2 years, 1 month ago

King Charles III may amend this law to keep peace in the royal family

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III may extend the number of royals who can act as counsellors of state rather than replace Prince Harry and Prince Andrew, a report said. In a move that will help to keep peace in the royal family, the Regency Act is expected to be amended to allow Prince Edward and Princess Anne to take on the roles, …

With ceremonies over, King Charles III faces biggest task
2 years, 3 months ago

With ceremonies over, King Charles III faces biggest task

Associated Press  

LONDON — The cannons have sounded, the bells have rung and the mourners have paid their respects. Now King Charles III faces the task of preserving a 1,000-year-old monarchy that his mother nurtured for seven decades but that faces an uncertain future. Charles will try to “maintain continuity” while also signaling that the royals are prepared to change, said Anna …

What Prince William has inherited after Charles III's ascension to throne
2 years, 3 months ago

What Prince William has inherited after Charles III's ascension to throne

Hindustan Times  

With Charles III's ascension to the throne following the demise of his mother Queen Elizabeth II's death, Charles eldest son received the title of Prince of Wales in addition to his royal title of Duke of Cornwall. With his new title, Prince William also becomes the new owner of a plush estate. Currently, Prince William owns the Duchy of Cornwall …

Queen Elizabeth II paved the way for transition to Charles in final years
2 years, 3 months ago

Queen Elizabeth II paved the way for transition to Charles in final years

Firstpost  

Charles’ increased role began gradually when the queen began cutting back on long-haul flights, resulting in the then Prince of Wales taking her place at a 2013 Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in Sri Lanka London: In retrospect, it seems as if she was preparing us all along. First, she expressed her wish that Charles’ wife, Camilla, be known as …

How Queen Elizabeth was ‘preparing all along’ for transition to Charles III
2 years, 3 months ago

How Queen Elizabeth was ‘preparing all along’ for transition to Charles III

Hindustan Times  

In retrospect, it seems as if she was preparing us all along. First she expressed her wish that Charles’ wife, Camilla, be known as queen consort after her death, and then the future king took center stage during four days of Platinum Jubilee festivities. And that, I think, was partly intentional in that the monarch … wanted her son to …

King Charles surprises huge London queue for Queen's coffin | Check photos
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles surprises huge London queue for Queen's coffin | Check photos

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III and his heir Prince William on Saturday staged an unscheduled London walkabout to the delight of people queueing all night to see Queen Elizabeth's coffin, ahead of her grand state funeral. King Charles surprises huge London queue for Queen's coffin Cries of "God save the king" came from the riverside crowd opposite parliament as the new monarch …

Charles is the third King Charles. These were the ones before him
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles is the third King Charles. These were the ones before him

ABC  

With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her son Charles has become King Charles III. King Charles I died under an executioner's axe on a Whitehall balcony in 1649 after losing the English Civil War. An ensuing second civil war was short-lived, as the now royalist-backed Scottish invasion was swiftly defeated by Oliver Cromwell and Lord Fairfax's New Model Army. …

Charles III to reign ‘more like a Scandinavian monarchy’
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles III to reign ‘more like a Scandinavian monarchy’

The Independent  

The reign of King Charles III will see Britain’s royalty become “more like a Scandinavian monarchy”, former prime minister Gordon Brown has predicted. “He stopped as he entered Buckingham Palace and talked to people in the crowd and that was a signal he was sending that he wanted people to feel he was approachable and he was not going to …

Biggest controversies of King Charles III, new monarch of Britain: Admitting to adultery, divorce and more
2 years, 3 months ago

Biggest controversies of King Charles III, new monarch of Britain: Admitting to adultery, divorce and more

India TV News  

Biggest controversies of King Charles III, new monarch of Britain: King Charles III formally took the throne as the new monarch of England after his beloved mother Queen Elizabeth II's demise on Thursday. Here are the biggest controversies he bared during the old times: King Charles III is the first to admit to extramarital affair While giving an interview to …

Charles practised being King, reveals UK ex-prime minister David Cameron
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles practised being King, reveals UK ex-prime minister David Cameron

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III practised for the day he would become Britain's new monarch and Head of State by holding weekly audiences with the Head of Government, former Prime Minister David Cameron revealed on Sunday as he reflected upon the former Prince of Wales’ “longest apprenticeship in history” as the successor to Queen Elizabeth II. As the new sovereign following the …

Meddle in political affairs or remain neutral: What to expect from the reign of King Charles III?
2 years, 3 months ago

Meddle in political affairs or remain neutral: What to expect from the reign of King Charles III?

India Today  

The news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II marks the beginning of the reign of King Charles III. THE ROLE OF A CONSTITUIONAL MONARCHY While King Charles III is now head of state, that state remains a constitutional monarchy. King Charles III starts his reign as he means to go on. His Majesty The King gives a personal declaration …

Charles is proclaimed king; sons unite to thank the public
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles is proclaimed king; sons unite to thank the public

Associated Press  

LONDON — King Charles III was formally proclaimed sovereign of the United Kingdom on Saturday, as officials unveiled details of the meticulously choreographed ceremonies that will culminate in the state funeral of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Sept. 19. Edward William Fitzalan-Howard, the official in charge of arrangements, said the ceremonies would be “a fitting farewell to one of …

Charles III formally proclaimed King
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles III formally proclaimed King

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The clerk of the council Richard Tilbrook read out the proclamation, declaring that the council’s …

Charles III Proclaimed Britain's New King in Historic Ceremony; Vows to Follow 'Inspiring' Queen Elizabeth
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles III Proclaimed Britain's New King in Historic Ceremony; Vows to Follow 'Inspiring' Queen Elizabeth

News 18  

Charles III pledged to emulate his late mother Queen Elizabeth II and serve for the rest of his life as he was formally proclaimed king at a historic ceremony on Saturday in St James’s Palace, London, UK. The 73-year-old head of state told the Accession Council that he would strive to follow the “inspiring example” of his mother, Queen Elizabeth, …

When will King Charles III's coronation take place: All you need to know
2 years, 3 months ago

When will King Charles III's coronation take place: All you need to know

Hindustan Times  

Following Queen Elizabeth II's death on Thursday, the throne passed to her eldest son and heir Charles, former Prince of Wales, now King Charles III. King Charles III's Coronation: The actual coronation could be months away. In Photos: Accession ceremony of King Charles III, the new monarch of Britain Where will the coronation take place? After the coronation of King …

Deeply aware of duties: Charles III as Britain's new King
2 years, 3 months ago

Deeply aware of duties: Charles III as Britain's new King

India Today  

As Charles III was formally proclaimed the King of Britain at the Accession Council ceremony on Saturday, he said that he was deeply aware of the duties and heavy responsibilities of sovereignty. The 73-year-old head of state told the Accession Council of senior political and religious advisers that he "would strive to follow the inspiring example of his mother, Queen …

King Charles III notes ‘heavy responsibilities’ in accession declaration
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III notes ‘heavy responsibilities’ in accession declaration

The Hindu  

Charles III was formally proclaimed King at a historic, pomp-filled ceremony at St James’s Palace in central London on September 10, 2022. Here is the new King’s declaration to the Accession Council, a centuries-old body of senior British royals, and political and religious leaders: “My Lords, Ladies, and Gentlemen. “I know how deeply you, the entire nation — and I …

King Charles III vows to follow mother's 'inspiring example' at accession
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III vows to follow mother's 'inspiring example' at accession

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III vowed to follow mother's 'inspiring example' in personal declaration at the accession ceremony on Saturday. “I know how deeply you and the entire nation, and I think I may say the whole world, sympathize with me in this irreparable loss we have all suffered," King Charles III said. King Charles III Accession: The ceremony was held at …

King Charles III proclaimed Britain’s monarch in historic ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III proclaimed Britain’s monarch in historic ceremony

The Hindu  

King Charles III was on September 10 proclaimed Britain’s new monarch in a historic ceremony of the Accession Council that was televised for the first time in history. “As the Queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now solemnly pledge myself, throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the constitutional principles at the heart of our …

Live updates: Charles formally proclaimed King
2 years, 3 months ago

Live updates: Charles formally proclaimed King

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Charles automatically became king when his mother, Queen Elizabeth …

Charles III declared Britain's King, ends Queen's reign of 70 years
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles III declared Britain's King, ends Queen's reign of 70 years

India Today  

King Charles III has been formally proclaimed the King of Britain in the first televised Accession Council today at St James's Palace in London. Though Prince Charles Philip Arthur George became the new king after the demise of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, the Accession Council ceremonially announced the name of the new monarch. The senior members of government swore …

King Charles III formally declared Britain's new monarch at historic ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III formally declared Britain's new monarch at historic ceremony

Hindustan Times  

King Charles III was officially proclaimed Britain’s monarch on Saturday in a historic ceremony at St. James' Palace. King Charles III Accession: The ceremony was held at St. James’s Palace, a royal residence in London. King Charles III was accompanied at the ceremony by his wife Camilla, the Queen Consort, and his eldest son Prince William who will now be …

King Charles III set to be proclaimed monarch at historic ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III set to be proclaimed monarch at historic ceremony

Hindustan Times  

Charles III is set to be formally proclaimed king at a historic ceremony at St James's Palace on Saturday as flags were lowered in mourning for Queen Elizabeth II who passed away on Thursday at the age of 96. King Charles III: Britain's King Charles III reacts as he greets the members of the public in the crowd upon arrival …

King Charles III’s message to Harry and Meghan, here’s what he said
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III’s message to Harry and Meghan, here’s what he said

Live Mint  

King Charles III, in his first address to Britain and his Commonwealth realms, expressed love for his younger son Harry and his daughter-in-law Meghan. “Today, I also want to express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas,” the King said in a solemn televised speech. In an interview in March last year as …

Will serve nation with loyalty, respect and love: King Charles ahead of accession ceremony
2 years, 3 months ago

Will serve nation with loyalty, respect and love: King Charles ahead of accession ceremony

India Today  

In his first address to the nation ahead of his accession ceremony, Britain's King Charles paid an emotional tribute to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and vowed to serve the nation with "loyalty, respect and love". Referring to the death of the 96-year-old oldest monarch of the nation on Thursday at her home in Scotland, Charles said her loss brought …

Charles officially proclaimed king as U.K. mourns Queen Elizabeth II
2 years, 3 months ago

Charles officially proclaimed king as U.K. mourns Queen Elizabeth II

LA Times  

King Charles III makes his declaration on Saturday during the Accession Council at St James’s Palace in London, where he is formally proclaimed monarch. Two days after his mother’s death elevated him to the throne, King Charles III was officially proclaimed Britain’s monarch Saturday in a pomp-filled ceremony steeped in tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, …

EXPLAINER: The formal rules around King Charles III's accession
2 years, 3 months ago

EXPLAINER: The formal rules around King Charles III's accession

India TV News  

Charles became king immediately upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday. He was officially proclaimed King Charles III on Saturday during a ceremony at St. James's Palace in London, and many more formal steps will follow until his coronation, which may not come for months. But the accession ceremony for King Charles III was delayed because …

'I shall strive to follow the inspiring example of my mother': King Charles III
2 years, 3 months ago

'I shall strive to follow the inspiring example of my mother': King Charles III

India TV News  

King Charles III's first address : King Charles addressed Britain for the first time after being proclaimed as a new monarchy in the Accession Council on Saturday. "My mother's reign was unequalled in its duration, dedication and devotion," said King Charles III. King Charles proclaimation to the throne Charles III was proclaimed Britain's new monarch on Saturday in a historic …

King Charles III: New monarch gets out of limo and greets people outside Buckingham Palace
2 years, 3 months ago

King Charles III: New monarch gets out of limo and greets people outside Buckingham Palace

Hindustan Times  

Since Thursday, Great Britain has got a new monarch, the 73-year-old, formerly Prince of Wales - Charles. To be known as King Charles III, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II acceded to the throne immediately after she breathed her last aged 96 on Thursday at her summer residence Balmoral Castle in Scotland Britain's King Charles meets with members of …

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