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The Pretender by Jo Harkin audiobook review – sprightly historical political skulduggery

This 15th-century royal romp of intrigue and courtly conspiracy is given extra charismatic verve by John Hollingworth’s rambunctious narration

The Guardian - UK

A history of the dukes of York

From New York City to Duke of York Island in Antarctica, the Dukedom of York has a wider cultural resonance than you might immediately realise.

The Conversation

Why are women’s shoes so pointy? A fashion expert on impractical but stylish footwear

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com.

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From The Crown to Blackadder: TV kings and queens – rated bad to best

Who had an accent that could skin a corgi? Who was one of the greatest TV monsters of all time? And who did far too much flashing of their buttocks? We put television monarchs under the microscope

The Guardian - UK

UK 'Princes In The Tower' Murder Probe Clears Richard III

It is one of history's most intriguing "murders" -- the mysterious disappearance over five centuries ago of two young princes from the Tower of London.

International Business Times

The Princes in the Tower: Has Richard III historian finally solved the 500-year-old mystery?

It is perhaps the greatest of all cold cases: who was responsible for the death of the two Princes in the Tower?

The Independent UK

Brooches which copy London palace’s stained glass windows return home

English Heritage said the brooches, depicting a falcon and a white Tudor rose, are going on public display.

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What Shakespeare revealed about the chaotic reign of Richard III – and why the play still resonates in the age of Donald Trump

Written around 1592, William Shakespeare’s play “Richard III” follows the reign of England’s infamous monarch and charts the path of a charismatic, cunning figure.

The Conversation

Lucy Worsley: 'Richard III claims don't stand up to logical scrutiny'

Lucy Worsley says new evidence presented by The Richard III Society is deeply flawed

WhatToWatch

How Princess Kate will change royal history when she becomes Queen

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Medieval England loved rumours, conspiracies and fake news about queens

If you enjoy a good bit of gossiping, England in the 15th century would have been a great place to live. The kingdom was awash with rumours and conspiracy theories, some true, some false. Given the century witnessed several instances of popular unrest and civil war, this is unsurprising since…

The Conversation

Secrets of the Dead: The Princes in the Tower: release date and everything we know

Secrets of the Dead: The Princes in the Tower could rewrite one of the most infamous chapters in English history

WhatToWatch

What do the record books tell us about historical coronations?

National Archives house wealth of documents that reveal meticulous planning and extravagances

The Guardian - UK

The only Australian with a role in King Charles’ coronation is from Wangaratta – where most people don’t know him

Simon Abney-Hastings, the 15th Earl of Loudon, will be the bearer of the great golden spurs on 6 May. But that doesn’t cut much ice in the town where Nick Cave grew up

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People can't get over this Prince George detail from his royal Easter appearance

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Richard Armitage reveals 'new Richard III project' is in the works

Richard Armitage has long held ambitions to correct the record on Richard III's legacy.

Daily Mirror

King Charles 'backs DNA test' for 539-year-old Princes in the Tower murder mystery

Queen Elizabeth II had previously refused permission for testing of the remains, but it seems that King Charles is more receptive to the idea and could back a full inquiry

Daily Record

What is the Royal Vault at Windsor and who is buried there as Queen laid to rest

It's expected that thousands of mourners will show up and watch the Queen's coffin as it travels from London to Windsor.

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What is the Royal Vault at Windsor and who else is buried there as Queen is laid to rest

Thousands of mourners are expected to line the route as the Queens coffin travels from London to Berkshire

The Hindu

Curing the patriarchal mindset of the legal system

Inclusion of feminist jurisprudence in the law curriculum and a sensitisation of legal practitioners must be considered

Daily Mirror

Prince George could be Britain's tallest king thanks to Prince William and Kate

Prince George has clearly inherited the height gene from his parents and is already the same height as his great-grandmother - meaning he could one day become Britain's tallest king

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