King Charles III

Queen Camilla urges older people to check their risk of osteoporosis - a cause close to her heart

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22nd October 2022
Queen Camilla is warning older people to check their risk of developing osteoporosis – a disease in which bones become so weak and brittle, one could fracture a bone with an act as simple as coughing. Her Majesty said the disease contributed to the deaths of her mother and grandmother as they had it during a time in which it was “seldom discussed” and “rarely…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

William's first speech as Prince of Wales centres on wildlife honouring Queen Elizabeth II

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7th October 2022
Prince William made his first speech as The Prince of Wales, where he campaigned for support for the environment and wildlife and remembered his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. Speaking at the event for United for Wildlife, William spoke of his late grandparents Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, and his father, King Charles, for their part in shaping his passion for conservation.
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Why British monarchs don't wear crowns on coins

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4th October 2022
As the United Kingdom prepares to start issuing coins with His Majesty King Charles III, one might notice a key feature you think would be a staple: the monarch wearing a crown. This isn’t the first time a monarch hasn’t worn a crown on a coin. Previous British kings are known not to wear crowns on coins that feature their portraits. However, if one were to go back through coins…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Star Wars composer and Disney CEO are the last honorary knighthoods approved by The Queen

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29th September 2022
Star Wars composer John Williams and former Disney CEO Bob Iger are the last honorary knights approved by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Ninety-one-year-old Williams was cited for his contributions to the film music industry. As for Iger, he was acknowledged for his contribution to UK and US relations. Williams is considered one of the world’s greatest film composers and has won…
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