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Will Camilla wear a diamond stolen from India for her coronation?

The Koh-i-noor was stolen by the British Empire from India in the 19th century. It's now at the centre of a debate as to whether Camilla should wear it.

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King Charles III to be crowned on May 6th 2023

King Charles III will be crowned at Westminster Abbey on May the 6th next year - in a ceremony that Buckingham Palace says will be "forward-looking"

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Christmas: Stay at an ancient nature retreat for the ultimate recharge

With rich traditions, beautiful nature and stunning snowy scenery, this region of Romania offers an alternative winter break destination.

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Royal Mint unveils first coins to feature King Charles III portrait

Britain's historic Royal Mint has unveiled the first coins to feature the portrait of King Charles III. They will gradually enter circulation from December this year.

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English duke who organised Queen's funeral gets driving ban

Edward Fitzalan-Howard's lawyer reportedly argued he needed his licence to organise King Charles III's coronation.

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This is the new royal monogram of King Charles III

It will eventually replace the "EIIR" stamp of Queen Elizabeth who died earlier this month after 70 years on the throne.

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Who are the living heirs of Europe's abolished monarchies?

While the UK is celebrating its new king, many other European countries haven't had a monarch in over 100 years. But all of them do have people with claims to the throne.

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Is King Charles III going to see the end of the Commonwealth?

One of the key features that will define King Charles III's reign will be how Britain's place in the world changes. Is it time for the 14 Commonwealth nations to drop him as their head of state?

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Why did King Charles III pick the name 'Charles'?

Every monarch has their name, and every name has a history. The first two King Charles's to sit on the throne set quite a precedent.

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In pictures: The story of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

The key images from a momentous day in British history.

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Queen Elizabeth laid to rest at Windsor Castle

Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest in an intimate ceremony away from prying cameras in Windsor, where she was reunited with her late husband and her parents.

People

Rare Scots dialect among all the languages the Queen could speak

As representatives of the country, the Royal Family use their language skills in a number of different ways.

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Thousands gather as the Queen lies in state at Westminster Hall

The Queen will now lie in state at the Palace of Westminster until her funeral on 19 September.

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Hundreds of thousands expected to pay last respects to Queen in London

There will be a solemn procession through the streets of London from Buckingham Palace to Westminster when the coffin is moved.

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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace

The late sovereign's casket arrived in London on a flight from Edinburgh earlier on Tuesday, marking the Queen's final trip from her beloved Scotland.

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Belfast remembers queen, ahead of new king's visit

Preparations were underway in Belfast on Monday ahead of King Charles III's first visit as monarch in a national tour during his first days on the throne.

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Chelsea veterans bid farewell to Queen Elizabeth II

The Chelsea Pensioners traded their famous scarlet tunics for somber navy blue on Tuesday as the old soldiers bid farewell to their commander in chief, Queen Elizabeth II.

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King addresses Westminster condolence meeting

King Charles III pledged Monday to follow his late mother’s example of “selfless duty”.

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No private jets or plastic flowers: The eco rules around Queen’s death

Mourners have been asked to stop leaving Paddington Bears at Buckingham Palace, as plans for the floral tributes are unveiled.

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Thousands line up overnight to pay respects to Queen in Edinburgh

The coffin has been laying in state at St. Giles' Cathedral in the Scottish capital, before it is taken to London later on Tuesday.