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Excitement builds as The King & Queen's horse becomes a St Leger hope

Excitement is building across racing and racing circles following the success of The King and Queen’s horse, Desert Hero, at Glorious Goodwood on Thursday. The three-year-old colt, who in June provided Their Majesties with their first Royal Ascot winner, followed up in taking fashion when winning the Group 3 Gordon Stakes at the Goodwood Festival. Desert Hero is now being backed for…
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Does The King really own all the swans?

Does King Charles III own all the swans in the United Kingdom? The short answer is yes. His Majesty specifically owns any unclaimed mute swan in open water in both England and Wales in a ceremonial fashion. This has been a law since medieval times. His ownership is…
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First British passports issued in the name of King Charles III

The first British passports in the name of King Charles III have been issued, the government has announced. The last time a king’s name appeared on passports was in 1952 as the reign of King George VI ended. A slow process to change, in 2023, the government noted that five million passports have already been issued in the name of the late Queen Elizabeth II. The UK government decided…
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Despite his 'Scottish Coronation', The King might be one step closer to losing the first realm of his reign

King Charles III could soon be losing one of the countries of which he is Head of State. The Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness, has instructed his country’s ministers to “move ahead with speed” on bringing about the steps that would see the country move from being a constitutional monarchy to a republic. It is understood that conversations are currently taking place constantly, with…
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A poignant moment for Charles III as he returns to HMY Britannia as King

The King appeared emotional as he toured the Royal Yacht Britannia, the first time he has returned to the ship since his accession. His Majesty took a tour of the yacht which is now in permanent dock in Edinburgh. The visit came at the start of Holyrood Week, the traditional summer visit by the Monarch to Scotland. It is Charles III’s first since he became King and the stay will also…
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