King Charles III, his fascinating life

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"Princess Anne has been taken to the hospital with "minor injuries and concussion" after an incident on her estate, Buckingham Palace announced."

"King Charles III's sister was injured while out walking in her expansive Gatcombe Park Estate and in the vicinity of horses."

"It is not known for sure exactly how she sustained her injuries, though they are thought to be consistent with a blow from a horse's leg or head. Anne was an Olympic-medal winning horsewoman earlier in her life."

"The Princess Royal has sustained minor injuries and concussion following an incident on the Gatcombe Park estate yesterday evening," a statement on Monday read. "Her Royal Highness remains in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, as a precautionary measure for observation and is expected to make a full and swift recovery.

 

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King Charles III welcomes Japanese emperor and empress for state visit.

"King Charles III and Queen Camilla are hosting Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako this week as part of a belated and previously postponed visit originally set for 2020—before being railroaded by the COVID-19 pandemic. Though this event has been years in the making, the British royals were still reportedly forced to "adapt" their plans amid the family's ongoing health woes and the upcoming special election."

Prince William is leading the royal welcome.

"The Prince of Wales, 42, officially kicked off the Emperor and Empress of Japan's state visit to the U.K. on Tuesday, June 25, by welcoming them at their hotel in London on behalf of his father, King Charles."

"Dressed in a black morning suit and red tie, Prince William shook hands with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako during the morning meeting ahead of a busy day of engagements. After the greeting, William traveled with the couple to Horse Guards Parade in London for the ceremonial welcome with King Charles and Queen Camilla."

"The first day of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako's state visit will include military pageantry in London, followed by a carriage ride through the city back to Buckingham Palace, where they'll have lunch and view items from the Royal Collection relating to Japan. The Emperor and Empress will also visit Westminster Abbey to lay a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior and tour the church."

Police lead the procession down The Mall in London during the Japanese state visit on June 25, 2024. PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images

 

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"The King and Queen welcomed Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako in style for a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday night."

"With the Palace decked in peonies and sweet peas, guests including Sir Keir Starmer, Lord Cameron, Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak filed in. The night’s dress code blended white tie with summer colour – a mix of ballgowns and kimonos."

The King and Queen pose with the Emperor and Empress of Japan before Tuesday's state banquet - Kirsty Wigglesworth/PA

The King and Emperor Naruhito seated side-by-side; the royal families of both nations have enjoyed close relations for decades - Jordan Pettitt/PA

 

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UK's King Charles bids farewell to Japan's Emperor Naruhito as state visit concludes

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 27: King Charles and Queen Camilla leave the Palace with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan as they formally bid farewell on the final day of their state visit to the United Kingdom at Buckingham Palace on June 27, 2024 in London, England. Chris Jackson/Pool via REUTERS

"The final meeting between the two royal couples took place at Buckingham Palace and comes towards the end of the 64-year-old emperor and Empress Masako's week long trip to Britain."

"From the Palace, the Japanese pair were due to head to the Young V&A, a museum in east London which celebrates childhood and creativity, and currently has an exhibition called "Japan: Myths to Manga".

"The pair were set to round off the public part of their stay at Britain's famous Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, west London, which is home to the world's largest collection of over 2.4 billion wild plant seeds including species from Japan." MORE

 

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The Princess Royal is "recovering slowly" after she was "thrown off" her horse at Gatcombe Park on Sunday night.

"Princess Anne is "loathing" her sudden thrust into the limelight after being hospitalised during an incident with a horse."

"The Princess Royal has recently been discharged from Southmead Hospital in Bristol, following a five-night stay after suffering a head injury and concussion on Sunday."

"It meant she had to miss King Charles hosting the Emperor and Empress of Japan at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday. And The Sunday Times Royal Editor Roya Nikkah suggests she would have hated taking the limelight away from her brother."

Princess Anne preparing for the 1976 Olympics ( Image:
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"Last night, Buckingham Palace released a new portrait of King Charles in full military regalia. The royal family posted the image of the monarch on social media in honor of Armed Forces Day. The photo was taken back in November of 2023."

 

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The Queen and Edward became members of Order of the Thistle - Scotland's greatest order of chivalry on Day two of Holyrood week.

The King and Queen arrived at St Giles Cathedral around 11 am and received a royal salute from the Guard of Honour, while the Band played the National Anthem.

The Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, was also in attendance at today's ceremony.

Charles is the sovereign of the Order and appointments are his personal gift made independently of Downing Street to those who have public office or have contributed significantly to national life.

Camilla is patron of Maggie's Cancer Care Centres, founded in Edinburgh in 1996, while she is also patron or president of a number of charities based in Scotland and is an honorary member of the local Ballater Women's Institute and the Upper Deeside Art Society.

The Duke of Edinburgh will be formally installed as member of the Order of the Thistle (Image: Getty)

 

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"Sir Keir Starmer met the king at Buckingham Palace, and the monarch took the constitutionally necessary but largely ceremonial step of inviting the Labour Party leader to form a new government, confirming Starmer's role as the new prime minister. Starmer left the palace and headed straight to Downing Street to give his first public address as the country's leader."

King Charles III welcomes newly appointed British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Buckingham Palace, where the monarch formally invited Starmer to form the next British government, on July 5, 2024, the day after Starmer's Labour Party won a general election in a landslide.

 

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King Charles set for 'historic Ireland visit' as he could follow in late Queen's footsteps

"King Charles is poised to make a historic state visit to the Republic of Ireland amid plans for a reset in Anglo-Irish relations. London and Dublin are reportedly keen for the monarch to make the trip, following previous state visits to Ireland by Queen Elizabeth II and George V."

"A senior government source in Ireland told The Sunday Times it was clear Charles "wants to visit" the country and that such a trip would be helpful in helping reset relations. According to a UK Government source, King Charles and Queen Camilla "definitely" want to go, but such a visit would take four to six months to prepare. The monarch's health would no doubt also be a factor in any decision."

"Charles would likely be in Ireland for several days if the visit were to go ahead, and he would likely be attending functions in Dublin and also visiting other parts of the country. When he was Prince of Wales, Charles became the first member of the British Royal Family to visit Ireland since it declared independence from Britain in 1919."

 

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Prince William has chosen to fully support King Charles in making a significant decision

During King Charles' reign, he has prioritized a streamlined monarchy, aiming to prevent Buckingham Palace's balcony from becoming overcrowded with non-working royals and their families as seen in the past.

There is no inclination to introduce additional royals to lighten the load, and this strategy is expected to continue in the future—a direction that former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond views as a positive step. "I still hold to the idea that the slimmed down Royal Family IS indeed the right model for the future," Jennie told OK! "It's in line with most European monarchies and is sensitive to the constant criticism that the royal family cost taxpayers too much."

"So I think the King and William are entirely right to be determined to keep the core of working royals a small, tight unit that can be accountable to the public purse." Jennie's insights follow the revelation that Prince William is set to continue his father's vision of a pared-down monarchy.

 

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King Charles Makes a Donation as Hurricane Beryl Causes Caribbean Devastation

Prince William and Kate have also donated and are said to be following the situation closely. © WPA Pool - Getty Images

"As hurricane Beryl wreaks havoc across the Caribbean, King Charles has sent a message to all those affected. The British monarch—who is head of state in eight Caribbean countries— has also made a substantial donation to the relief effort according to aides."

“My family and I have been profoundly saddened to learn of the dreadful destruction caused by Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean,” the King said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace yesterday. “Above all, we send our heartfelt condolences to the friends and families of those who have so cruelly lost their lives."

"I have seen the extraordinary spirit of resilience and solidarity that people across the Caribbean have shown in response to such destruction – a spirit which has been called upon too often—and so I also send my particular gratitude to the emergency services and volunteers who are supporting the rescue and recovery efforts."

"At this most difficult of times, please know that our most special thoughts and prayers are with all those whose lives, livelihoods and property have been so utterly devastated.”

 

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King Charles hosts West Indies cricketers at Buckingham Palace ahead of clash with England.

"King Charles hosted the team at Buckingham Palace over the weekend. The King participated in a "spud" with two brothers called up for the West Indies, Mikyle and Jeremiah Louis, after being taught some Caribbean hand gestures."

"It appeared that the monarch took such pleasure in meeting the team on Saturday, that he was unsure who to support ahead of the West Indies' first Test match against England on Wednesday.
Team captain Kraigg Brathwaite gave an insight into his conversation with the King: "He said he would probably be supporting the West Indies and we’re very grateful."

 

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King meets innovators as he hails ‘best of British’ business talent

"The King hailed winners of a business prize as representing “the best of British” during a Windsor Castle event staged in their honour."

"Charles welcomed companies recognised for their innovation with the King’s Award for Enterprise to his Berkshire home, and chatted to the entrepreneurs and established executives whose practices and products have earned them praise."

"The awards are one of the most prestigious business accolades in the country, with winners able to use its emblem for the next five years and many report it boosts their profile and access to new markets."

"Among the guests was Jonathan Reynolds, the new Business Secretary, and pointing to the business people Charles told the politician “they represent the best of British”.
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2006... on a two day tour of north England

July 10, 2024
"King Charles III sent a humorous message of congratulation to the England soccer team after it went through to the final of the European championships Wednesday night thanks to a brilliant, last-minute goal."

"For the third time in the tournament, England snatched victory from the jaws of defeat."

"In his message to the team and their coach, the king said: “My wife and I join all our family in wishing you the warmest congratulations on reaching the final of the U.E.F.A. European Championship—and in sending our very best wishes for Sunday’s match."

"“If I may encourage you to secure victory before the need for any last minute wonder-goals or another penalties drama, I am sure the stresses on the nation’s collective heart rate and blood pressure would be greatly alleviated!"

“Good luck, England.” He signed the message “Charles R” for “Charles Rex.”
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"The first red mail pillar box to bear the cypher of King Charles was unveiled on Friday, keeping up a tradition dating back almost 175 years."

"The new box has been installed on the High Street in Great Cambourne, central England, and local school children will get to post the first letters, and missives to the king himself about their interest in the environment."

"The mailbox bears the king's cypher, the monogram that appears on government buildings which consists of the initials 'C' and 'R' - representing Charles's name and "Rex", the Latin for king - alongside a depiction of the crown."
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Princess Royal returns to public duties with visit to horse-riding event in Gloucestershire​

"The Princess Royal has begun her first public engagement since suffering concussion in ahorse-rel ated accident.


"Anne, 73, spent five nights in hospital after she was believed to have been struck by the animal while out walking on June 23. It is understood the visit to the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) National Championships at Hartpury University and Hartpury College in Gloucestershire is the first step in a phased return to public duties as Anne recovers from concussion."

"The association is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year and the princess has a long involvement with the organisation. Anne became patron in 1971 and president in 1986."
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King Charles arrives at Parliament
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King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived at Houses of Parliament.
The monarch is being prepared in his full royal regalia, and will begin the speech at around 11.30.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla arriving for the State Opening of Parliament (Image:
Stephen Lock / i-Images)
King Charles and Camilla spotted in carriage
They're en route to the Houses of Parliament in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach.

 

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Britain's King Charles III reads the King's Speech in the House of Lords.

 

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Happy 77th Birthday to Queen Camilla!

Queen Camilla smiling wearing a diamond encrusted crown and a white dress.

"Once they were able to doff their ermine robes and gem-encrusted crowns - the king's Imperial State Crown is valued at upwards of $700 million - Charles and Camilla were able to relax, but not for long," Andersen continued. "They usually celebrate birthdays by hosting a relatively intimate dinner party for family and close friends at Clarence House. Ironically, Camilla is such a skilled social planner that she invariably winds up making all the arrangements for her own birthday parties."

 

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The GOAT of goats: King Charles III bestows royal title on rare breed

"LONDON, UK — King Charles III has bestowed a royal title on a rare golden goat breed.
From now on, the breed known for its connection to the island of Guernsey will have the special title of Royal Golden Guernsey Goat. The title, bestowed Tuesday during the king's visit to the island in the English Channel, will apply to the livestock breed anywhere in the world."

“Hopefully this will raise awareness for the breed,” said Rebecca Martin, the owner of eight-year-old Summerville Tamsin, the goat chosen to represent the breed.

"As he bestowed the honor, the king petted the small creature and offered a compliment on the shade of its pale blond coat."

"The goats are a rare breed and considered “at risk” on the Rare Breeds Watchlist. Considered friendly and docile, they produce good milk."

"Christopher Price, the chief executive of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, said the honor offers recognition of the breed’s historical significance and its value to biodiversity, the environment and sustainable food production."

“Being choosy in what they eat, their grazing can provide very specific environmental benefits,’’ Price said in a statement. ’’We are extremely grateful to his majesty for his continued, greatly valued support for British rare native livestock and equine breeds.”

 

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I actually feel sorry for the Royals in some ways...the golden handcuffs...etc.

My goal has always been to be 'behind-the-scenes successful'. I tell my own daughters to aspire to this as well. But of course, if they really can't help but being wonderful...then go for it!

I enjoy my day-to-day privacy too much to ever want to become famous or a spectacle.

 

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Kate Middleton & Prince William Are Headed on a Summer Trip

"Royals, they're just like us—even when it comes to taking a break from work. It does make sense after all as being a member of the British royal family is a full-time job. And for this year's break, Kate Middleton and her husband, Prince William, have already chosen a place for an upcoming summer trip."

"According to ELLE magazine, Princess Catherine, 42, Prince William, 42, and their three kids, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, are taking a trip to the Scottish Highlands this summer."

"Most recently, a new source shared that the mother of three will accompany her husband, her kids and other members of the royal fam on a summer getaway to the Scottish Highlands as well.
“It will be a rather low-key affair this year where everyone will meet to just relax and unwind,” the unnamed source told Express."

 

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Happy 11th Birthday Prince George

"Ultimate soccer fan and future British monarch Prince George is celebrating his 11th birthday—but it seems that royal fans like myself are the ones getting a gift."

"In honor of the big day (July 22), Kate Middleton and Prince William shared a brand-new photo of their eldest son on social media. In the black and white photo, taken by Kate Middleton, Prince George looks so grown up sporting a blazer and a button-down shirt."