Monarchy

Nepal

Two killed in Nepal as pro-monarchy protesters clash with police

The country officially abolished the monarchy in 2008, two years after King Gyanendra Shah was ousted.

28/03/2025

Art

Caught on canvas: King Charles' first official painting unveiled

The first official portrait painting of Britain's King Charles III has been revealed by Buckingham Palace. Artist Jonathan Yeo says the painting, like the subject, has evolved over time.

15/05/2024

World News

Britain's King Charles appears in public at Easter Sunday service

The Prince and Princess of Wales did not attend, as Catherine continues her cancer treatment.

31/03/2024

United Kingdom

New Charles III banknotes on display at Bank of England exhibition

The new currency is being shown at a museum before entering circulation on 5 June.

28/02/2024

United Kingdom

Princess of Wales is recovering in hospital after planned surgery

Kensington palace says she will remain at the London Clinic for up to two weeks following her planned abdominal surgery.

17/01/2024

Culture news

Why is King Charles III's official portrait causing a stir in the UK?

The UK Cabinet Office has defended a monarch portrait project which has been labelled "a shameful waste of money" by critics.

17/01/2024

Denmark

Frederik X proclaimed new king of Denmark as his mother abdicates

The long-reigning monarch handed over the role of sovereign to her son, who becomes the nation's new sovereign.

14/01/2024

Culture news

Prince Harry wins €165,000 in battle against the British tabloids

Britain's Charles III youngest son said the ruling was “vindicating and affirming” and should serve as a warning to other news media that used similar practices.

15/12/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: Why does King Charles III have two birthdays?

On this day: King Charles III celebrates his 'real' birthday. But why does he have two?

14/11/2023

Norway

Norway’s King Harald V tests positive for COVID

The king has faced recurring health issues in recent years, and his son Crown Prince Haakon will replace him while he recovers.

23/10/2023

United Kingdom

Charles III greeted by protesters and fans at Edinburgh ceremony

Anti-monarchy activists and royal enthusiasts stood unhappily side-by-side at the king's Scottish coronation celebration

05/07/2023

United Kingdom

Scores arrested at coronation, in 'heavy-handed' police operation

London police confirmed a total of 64 arrests during coronation weekend, sparking concerns over a crackdown on free speech.

08/05/2023

United Kingdom

Fans of the British monarchy delighted by coronation day

To the crowds gathered under rainy skies — thousands of whom had camped overnight —the coronation was a chance to be part of a historic occasion.

06/05/2023

United Kingdom

London police under fire over coronation protest arrests

At least 19 environmentalists and six anti-monarchy protesters were detained, including the leader of the Republic republican movement, Graham Smith, as they tried to demonstrate alongside the procession.

06/05/2023

United Kingdom

King Charles III and Queen Camilla crowned in Westminster

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have been crowned in a service at Westminster Abbey in the first Coronation service for nearly 70 years.

06/05/2023

Culture news

Royal Romps: A brief history of royal affairs

When fairy-tale weddings reveal badly-behaved royals. Before the coronation this weekend, Euronews Culture explores the modern history of royal romantic scandals and affairs.

05/05/2023

Culture news

Inclusive or tone-deaf? Coronation watchers asked to pledge allegiance

The British monarchy wants to usher in a fresh new era with King Charles III’s coronation. But a planned pledge of allegiance has struck a false note.

01/05/2023

Culture news

Poll shows that British support for the monarchy is at an all time low

A recent poll conducted by the National Centre for Social Research shows that support for the monarchy is at an all time low.

28/04/2023

Culture news

Who is behind the anti-royalty #NotMyKing hashtag campaign?

The anti-monarchy group Republic have accused the BBC of lacking impartiality in royal coverage ahead of the May coronation. Who are Republic?

17/04/2023

United Kingdom

Crowns and carriages: New details of Charles and Camilla's coronation

The King and Queen Consort will take a carriage procession through the streets of London - but on a much shorter route than Queen Elizabeth II when she was crowned.

10/04/2023