British Royals

The King appoints new Black Rod in ceremony at Windsor Castle

The King received two distinguished visitors at Windsor Castle on Tuesday evening in a quiet yet significant ceremonial transition at the heart of Britain’s constitutional life. Sarah Clarke, who has served as Lady Usher of the Black Rod since 2018, was received by The King upon relinquishing her appointment.  During the audience, she formally delivered the Insignia of Office, bringing to…
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The King welcomes the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea to Highgrove House

The King welcomed the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, James Marape, to Highgrove House on Monday. His Majesty received the Prime Minister in audience at his tranquil Gloucestershire residence – away from the hustle and bustle of London. The private meeting between The King and Prime Minister marks the ongoing relationship between  the UK and Papua New Guinea – a close Commonwealth…
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The King quietly scraps long-standing Buckingham Palace tradition

The King has quietly scrapped a long standing tradition behind the closed walls of Buckingham Palace. According to the Sunday Times, His Majesty has removed the long-standing all-white dress code at the private tennis courts of Buckingham Palace. For decades, the palace courts – which are located in the gardens of the palace – have upheld an unwritten rule echoing the more famous grass…
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How The Duchess of Kent reunited a Wimbledon Champion with her mother

She is best remembered by tennis fans for her graceful presence on Centre Court, a quiet figure in a pale suit handing out trophies at Wimbledon with a reassuring smile. But behind the scenes, the Duchess of Kent was much more than a ceremonial figure. In a remarkable display of kindness and quiet diplomacy, she once played a key role in reuniting tennis legend Martina Navratilova with her mother…
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