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Fury after Sky News Australia leaks The King's first Christmas broadcast TEN hours early

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25th December 2022
There was anger on Christmas morning after The King’s Christmas broadcast was leaked online ten hours before it was due to air in the United Kingdom. His Majesty’s address is aired across the Commonwealth, with countries in the South Pacific and Australasia showing the message many hours before the UK due to the time difference. However, Commonwealth broadcasters agree not to…
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The Dancing King celebrates Chanukah

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17th December 2022
King Charles is keeping a busy schedule in the lead-up to the holiday break. On Friday, he visited JW3 for a Chanukah reception and to meet with community members.  JW3, also known as the Jewish Community Centre London, was founded by Dame Vivien Duffield DBE and opened in October 2013. Open to members of any faith, the arts and culture centre also features educational and social…
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A new mural honours King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II

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11th December 2022
A new mural in Northampton commemorates Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and her son and successor, King Charles III. Funded by the council, it has been described as a “fitting to mark such an historical occasion with a visual tribute” by Councillor Jane Birch in a statement posted to the town’s website. Birch said: “It was with great sadness that we heard of the passing of Queen…
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When to see royal Christmas speeches around Europe

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7th December 2022
Several monarchs share a holiday message to mark Christmas and the New Year. Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands delivered the first royal Christmas message via radio in 1931, and King George V of Great Britain delivered his first Christmas message in 1932 to launch what would become the BBC World Service. Now, it’s a well established festive tradition. If you are interested, you can now…
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