British Royals

Man arrested at Buckingham Palace

A man has been arrested outside Buckingham Palace after throwing suspected gun cartridges into its grounds. A controlled explosion also took place. The man was detained around 7pm on May 2nd 2023. Police say he had a suspicious bag which is now being examined. He was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon. A cordon was put in place at the Palace. It’s…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales gets behind the lens for Princess Charlotte's birthday photo

The Princess of Wales has gotten back behind the lens for her daughter’s eighth birthday photo. Kensington Palace released a new photo of Princess Charlotte ahead of her eighth birthday on 2 May that was taken by Catherine this past weekend in Windsor. On social media, the palace said: “Wishing Princess Charlotte a very happy birthday! 8 tomorrow.” The Princess is seen…
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King Charles III

King Charles turns to his grandfather, King George VI's robes, for the Coronation

King Charles III will wear the Robe of State and Robe of Estate belonging to his grandfather at his Coronation. His Majesty will use the same robes worn by George VI at his own Coronation in 1937. The decision is a nod to his beloved grandfather – The King was extremely close to his grandparents. It is also in keeping with Charles III’s desire to make his reign and his Coronation as…
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King Charles III

The King to pray aloud in Westminster Abbey in a Coronation first

The King has chosen to pray aloud at his Coronation service – a first in the 1,000 year history of the crowning ceremony. In what is expected to be a unique moment, His Majesty will pray aloud, using words specially written for the occasion. It is expected that the prayer will reflect the duty and privilege of the Sovereign to serve all communities. One of The King’s many…
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