King Charles is among just three royals
in the world who can travel internationally without a passport. The
King is joined by Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, who
benefit from special arrangements allowing them to travel overseas
without the documents required by ordinary travellers. Picture:
“New Passport has arrived” by Chris Fleming, CC BY-SA 2.0 While
passports…
The discovery of Uranus in 1781
transformed our understanding of the Solar System, but the planet
could have carried a very different name – one honouring a British
king. When astronomer William Herschel identified the previously
unknown planet, he proposed calling…
Can an unelected Prince really overrule an elected parliament in 2026? The answer will surprise you
23rd October 2026
Prince Alois of Liechtenstein has blocked
abortion law reform despite parliamentary approval and a public
campaign for change. It may be lawful but, I have to say, for me
that does not make it democratically defensible. What is the point
of a parliament if one unelected…
Prince Alois exercises controversial veto for first time to abruptly halt abortion law reform
23rd October 2026
Liechtenstein’s hereditary Prince Alois
has blocked proposed changes to the country’s abortion laws,
bringing a parliamentary effort to liberalise access to
terminations to an abrupt halt. The decision marks the first time
during his reign as regent that Alois has formally exercised his
veto against legislation, despite the reform having received
parliamentary approval following a public…
‘It wouldn’t hurt’: Commonwealth chief weighs in on calls for King Charles to apologise for slavery
23rd October 2026
The Commonwealth’s secretary-general has
said an apology from the King for slavery “wouldn’t hurt”, as calls
for discussions about reparations for the transatlantic slave trade
continue. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey made the comments in an
interview with Sky News…
The Prince of Wales surprised audiences
with an unexpected appearance on The Graham Norton Show as the BBC
programme dedicated a special edition to the Earthshot Prize. The
future King joined host Graham Norton on the sofa alongside
Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett…
Zara Tindall had the perfect response when Prince William asked this awkward question
22nd October 2026
Zara Tindall has offered a glimpse into
her close relationship with the Prince of Wales after sharing a
humorous response to an awkward question he once asked during an
equestrian competition. Zara and William are cousins, having grown
up together as part of the wider Royal Family. Their relationship
has remained close into adulthood, with Zara often appearing
alongside the Prince and Princess…
A tiny gold ring worn by Queen Victoria
during her infancy will be among the remarkable royal treasures
going on display at Buckingham Palace next year. Known as Queen
Victoria’s first ring, the delicate piece of jewellery features
five emeralds arranged as the petals…
A deeply personal mourning ring
commissioned by Queen Victoria following the death of her beloved
husband, Prince Albert, will be among the remarkable royal
treasures displayed in a landmark exhibition at Buckingham Palace
next year. The ring, which contains a tiny…
The royal jewels you’ve never seen before: Buckingham Palace announces landmark exhibition
22nd October 2026
More than 300 pieces of royal jewellery,
including historic treasures worn by generations of monarchs, will
go on display in a landmark exhibition at Buckingham Palace next
summer. Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes will open at
The King’s Gallery in June 2027, marking the first exhibition to
explore 500 years of British royal jewellery. Around two thirds of
the pieces on display…
