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King begins tour of Caribbean as calls grow for slavery apology

Charles acknowledged the ‘appalling atrocity of slavery’ during the ceremony marking Barbados’ transition to a republic in 2021.

Evening Standard · Oct 27

King Charles heads to the Caribbean as calls grow for slavery apology

Charles previously acknowledged the ‘appalling atrocity of slavery’ during the ceremony marking Barbados’ transition to a republic

The Independent UK · Oct 27

Gilgamesh by Simon Armitage review – an ancient epic is brilliantly translated for our times

The poet laureate’s visceral take on the legendary Mesopotamian hero’s wild adventures is a tour de force

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

In 1664, Dutch surrendered New Amsterdam to British, who renamed it New York, over 360 years later home to Wall Street plays the most important role as U.S. celebrates 250th anniversary of America's declaration of independence from British rule

New York's strategic location was one reason control of the settlement mattered so greatly. Its harbor offered exceptional opportunities for commerce, while its position connected Atlantic shipping with inland trade routes. The English recognized that controlling New York meant gaining an important economic and geographic foothold in North America.

The Economic Times · Sep 8

OPINION - London was warned about the Great Fire of 1666 — this summer is a wake-up call

As Britain faces record-breaking summer heat, historical novelist Jack Jewers reflects on the ignored warnings before the Great Fire of London in 1666—and why history is repeating itself

Evening Standard · Sep 1

PETA Asks King Charles To Drop His Name From Spaniel Dog Breed, Saying It Encourages 'Painful' Breeding

PETA has urged King Charles to remove his name from the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, arguing that the royal association contributes to health issues caused by selective breeding.

International Business Times UK · Aug 22

We’re going to party like it’s 1629… the masques, the music and the mayhem of Banqueting House

What music soundtracked 17th-century England? Ahead of a DJ set in Banqueting House, Georgia Mann looks at the wild, the experimental, the melancholic – and why a theorbo caused a security alert

The Guardian - UK · Aug 13

How the British Royal Family makes money: The Duchy, Sovereign Grant and private wealth explained

The British monarchy's financial foundation is composed of the Sovereign Grant and a series of private estates. King Charles III alongside Prince William has revealed substantial tax contributions. The Sovereign Grant, sourced from Crown Estate profits, finances official royal functions and palace maintenance. Income is also generated through the Duchies…

The Times of India · Jul 9

First pelicans in 360 years hatch in St James’s Park London

Birds have been in the park since the Russian ambassador gave King Charles II two in 1664 – but none ever bred there

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19

Royal family marks King’s official birthday with Trooping the Colour

The Princess of Wales and her children joined the Queen and thousands of spectators at Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall.

Evening Standard · Jun 13