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 it Georgium Sidus, meaning
“George’s Star”, in tribute to King George III. The suggestion
reflected the close…
First ever showing for jewellery belonging to King Charles I and worn on the morning of his execution
23rd October 2026
For the first time ever, the jewellery
worn by King Charles I on the day he was executed is to be shown in
public. The cufflinks used by the king on January 301649 are part
of a brand new exhibition just announced by Buckingham Palace. The
show’ ‘Royal…
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…
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 of a flower, surrounding a
single ruby at its centre. The ring is one of more than 300 pieces
of jewellery spanning five…
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…
Rare appearance for special jewel as the Princess of Wales picks historic gem for major event
20th October 2026
The Princess of Wales has chosen an
historic gem with an intriguing story for an appearance at major
royal event. As Kate joined Prince William to welcome the Sultan of
Oman to the UK on a State Visit, she choses an eye catching jewel
in an unusual setting. The Prince…
Prince William and Kate defy the rain for one of the year's biggest royal occasions
20th October 2026
The Prince and Princess of Wales joined
King Charles and Queen Camilla in Windsor as the Royal Family
welcomed the Sultan of Oman for a historic State Visit, with the
senior royals braving wet weather for a spectacular carriage
procession. William and Kate travelled in the third carriage
alongside Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, Oman’s Deputy Prime
Minister for Economic Affairs…
This is how Queen Mary made her mark on Denmark's royal image with three unusual jewels
20th October 2026
Queen Mary has just debuted another
unseen royal jewel at a major event as she uses gems to freshen up
Denmark’s regal image. As she welcomed the President and First Lady
of Vietnam to a glittering State Banquet in Copenhagen, Queen Mary
wore a sapphire and diamond…
OPINION: Harry and Meghan are building a shadow royal family - and it’s about time someone asked why
15th October 2026
There was a time when a royal visit meant
something. It came with a purpose, an official framework and a
clear understanding of who was representing the Crown. Then there
is Harry and Meghan in Nottingham. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
swept into the city on Thursday…
A restaurant where a king entertained
some of his many mistresses is now protected for future generations
after it was donated to the National Trust. Rules, in Covent
Garden, is the oldest restaurant in the country and has been
entertaining diners since the end of the 18th century. Opened in
the reign of King George III, it became a favourite of his great
grandson, Edward VII, who used to…
