The King
From Sir Idris Elba to Dame Jayne Torvill, the New Year Honours celebrate Britain's community champions, sporting heroes, and cultural icons The King's New Year Honours List for 2026 has been officially released, recognizing 1,157 individuals from across the United Kingdom who have made outstanding
Crown & Influence
The father of kings who died fighting for a crown that was rightfully his, sparking the Wars of the Roses He had a better claim to the English throne than the man who wore the crown. He was wealthier, more capable, and more popular than King Henry VI. Yet Richard,
The King
King Charles has officially opened the new Guinness Open Gate Brewery in London's Covent Garden – and yes, he pulled his own pint. The visit marked the King's first public engagement since releasing a video message earlier this week sharing "good news" about the positive
Princess of Wales
The Prince and Princess of Wales have released their annual Christmas card, showing the family of five relaxed and smiling among spring daffodils in Norfolk. The photograph, taken by Josh Shinner in April, shows William and Catherine seated on grass with Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis gathered around
Crown & Influence
Edward II's cousin led baronial opposition to the king's misrule, died a traitor's death, and was venerated as a saint by the common people He was the wealthiest and most powerful nobleman in England, cousin to the king, and heir to a tradition of
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King Charles has delivered a rare televised message tonight sharing encouraging news about his cancer treatment—his doctors have advised that his treatment schedule can be reduced in the New Year. The King's message, broadcast during Channel 4's Stand Up To Cancer fundraising night, marks the
Royal Family
In a wide-ranging press conference with the Foreign Press Association in London, the acclaimed royal author shared insights on the King's health, the Harry rift, and the future of the monarchy Royal biographer Robert Hardman has spent over three decades covering the British monarchy, from the tumultuous "
From Sir Idris Elba to Dame Jayne Torvill, the New Year Honours celebrate Britain's community champions, sporting heroes, and cultural icons The King's New Year Honours List for 2026 has been officially released, recognizing 1,157 individuals from across the United Kingdom who have made outstanding
The father of kings who died fighting for a crown that was rightfully his, sparking the Wars of the Roses He had a better claim to the English throne than the man who wore the crown. He was wealthier, more capable, and more popular than King Henry VI. Yet Richard,
Edward II's cousin led baronial opposition to the king's misrule, died a traitor's death, and was venerated as a saint by the common people He was the wealthiest and most powerful nobleman in England, cousin to the king, and heir to a tradition of
King Charles has delivered a rare televised message tonight sharing encouraging news about his cancer treatment—his doctors have advised that his treatment schedule can be reduced in the New Year. The King's message, broadcast during Channel 4's Stand Up To Cancer fundraising night, marks the
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Edward I's younger brother built the foundations of the Lancastrian dynasty while remaining steadfastly loyal to the crown In the turbulent world of medieval royal families, where brothers often became rivals and succession disputes led to civil wars, Edmund of Lancaster stands out as a rare example of
A spectacular new exhibition celebrating more than a century of royal photography is coming to one of Britain’s grandest stately homes. Life Through a Royal Lens will open at Blenheim Palace on 10 July 2026 and run through 27 September, offering visitors an unprecedented look at how the Royal
Windsor Castle has transformed into a festive wonderland, with the world's oldest and largest inhabited castle now dressed in its Christmas finery through 5 January 2026. The centerpiece of this year's display is a magnificent 20-foot Nordmann fir tree in St George's Hall, the
Edward III's fourth son never wore the crown but wielded royal power for decades, founded the Lancastrian line, and shaped English politics through ambition, survival, and strategic marriages He was born a prince but never expected to be king. Yet John of Gaunt became one of the most
In a significant milestone for both her personal recovery and her public role, the Princess of Wales delivered her first in-person speech in two years — and the first since announcing her cancer diagnosis in March 2024. Speaking at the Future Workforce Summit in London, she addressed more than 80 senior
England's most beautiful woman navigated scandal and secret marriages to become Princess of Wales and mother of a king In an age when royal marriages were political transactions and women had little say in their own fates, Joan of Kent did the unthinkable—twice. She married for love,
Royal expert Rob Jobson has released a timely new book examining the remarkable century-long story of the Windsor dynasty, tracing its evolution from 1926 to the present day. He recently gave a press briefing to the Foreign Press Association of London at the Royal United Services Institute in Whitehall (Royaltopia
King Charles Celebrates 77th Birthday with Rain-Soaked Welsh Visit King Charles III marked his 77th birthday on November 14 with a characteristically dutiful visit to south Wales, braving Storm Claudia's wind and rain alongside Queen Camilla to engage with local communities and celebrate Welsh heritage. The King and
Art lovers in Scotland have a rare opportunity to view some of the finest paintings from the Royal Collection, as eight masterpieces from Buckingham Palace have gone on display at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. The temporary exhibition, titled Italian, Dutch & Flemish Paintings: Highlights from Buckingham Palace, opened
As the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's birth approaches in 2026, the Royal Collection Trust has launched a stunning new range of official chinaware and homeware inspired by the late monarch's most iconic wardrobe pieces. The Queen Elizabeth II Centenary range went on sale November
In a poignant echo of royal history, Prince William has followed in the footsteps of his late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, by visiting the world-famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. Standing against the bright blue Brazilian sky, the Prince of Wales paused for a quiet moment
A new portrait celebrating King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s 2024 visit to Jersey has been officially unveiled by the Princess Royal during a ceremony in St Helier. Painted by Jersey artist Jason Butler, the artwork captures the royal couple walking through Royal Square amid heavy rain, warmly greeting