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Throughout Europe, the new king’s name has been translated (or not) in many different ways.
As Prince of Wales, Charles was patron over hundreds of charities through his Prince’s Trust.
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While ‘patron’ is a position with no formal power, it’s an important role for members of the royal family.
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As words go, grief feels inadequate for describing public sentiment in the wake of the Queen’s death.
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The now King Charles is a man of contradictions.
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Queen Elizabeth’s eldest son has waited a long time to be king. Now, he is charged with holding the popular imagination after the death of his beloved mother.
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Britain has gone through unimaginable change culturally and politically during Elizabeth’s 70-year reign.
Elizabeth II: Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.
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Elizabeth II was a safe pair of hands for the British monarchy in a turbulent and changing era.
A quarter of a century after the Paris car crash, conspiracy theories about Diana’s death persist.
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Conspiracy theories help people make sense of chaos and tragedy by finding a ‘reason’ behind the coincidences.
Scrapbooks made for the coronation in 1953 atop other scrapbooks made for royal events throughout the 20th century.
Scrapbooks on the Royal Family are more meaningful objects for our families, and our own communities, than we might first expect.
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An expert on the royal family’s finances explains how they still benefit from historical connections to slavery and empire.
The prince is often said to be the Queen’s favourite child.
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The agreement is not an admission of guilt or a finding of innocence, but the outcome of this case still has implications for the royal family.
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From how Prince Andrew will pay for the settlement, to what’s next for the Epstein case - an expert answers all your questions about the latest development.
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Souvenirs celebrating royal events have been a staple since the 17th century.
George IV was regularly lampooned in the media for his lifestyle.
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The monarchy has seen highs and lows of popularity over the past 200 years, an expert explains.
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We’re likely to see a lot less of Andrew, and a lot more damage control in the form of positive headlines.
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The prince may be be staying at Balmoral with the queen, but there is no easy way to escape a new civil claim from Virginia Giuffre.
Sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley photographs his sculpture of Princess Diana.
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Reactions to the new figure embody the problems that come with recreating the images of modern icons
Princess Diana’s 80s fashion was faithfully recreated in season four of The Crown.
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The costumes in period dramas are opulent and highly memorable, shaping how we think of the royal family beyond the screen.
The Land Rover Defender is one of the world’s most iconic vehicles – as much for its functionality as its style.
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The Defender’s modifications were partially designed by the duke himself.
Tributes to Prince Philip have focused on his life of service.
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Obituaries tend to play down any negative aspects of character. Over time, they reveal what we value in life.