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Skeletal remains of Queen Elisenda, one of the most powerful rulers in medieval Europe, unearthed in Barcelona — along with several others who bore unexplained stab wounds

In honor of the 700th-anniversary founding of the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria Pedralbes in Barcelona, scientists opened eight 14th-century graves and studied the 25 people found inside, including a queen.

LiveScience

Dukes, treachery and the long arm of the law

Letters: Peter Wardley and Tom Moore remind us of historical royal troubles. Plus letters from Agama Cunningham, Chris Edwards, Ian Reader and Derrick Cameron

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Why is Andy Burnham such a threat to Keir Starmer? Everyone likes him

Labour may have successfully blocked the mayor of Greater Manchester from running for parliament, but this definitely hasn’t solved their problems, writes Zoe Williams

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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

Ill-fated Monmouth rebellion remembered 340 years on in Somerset

Exhibition opens this week in Taunton Castle, where mass death sentences were infamously issued during Bloody Assizes

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Lawlessness and disorder: The hypocrisy of Donald Trump’s exile threats after the Jan. 6 pardons

In 2020, in response to the riots that followed the murder of 46-year-old Black man George Floyd, Donald Trump declared himself the “president of law and order.” During the same speech, he threatened to use the military to suppress the civil unrest that erupted after a police officer killed Floyd.

The Conversation

I’m obsessed with a historic shipwreck: it’s murky and dangerous but diving in the Thames, I feel like a detective

When exploring wrecked warship the London I can barely see six inches ahead, but I’ve dived 500 times to document and save the secrets of this vessel built by Oliver Cromwell

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Secrets and lies: spies of the Stuart era played a dangerous game in the shadows of an unstable Europe

Stuart monarchs were repeatedly challenged by dangerous threats – a gunpowder plot, a civil war and political revolution. As a result, by the restoration of Charles II in 1660, the English government had come to rely on a shadowy trade of secrets for gathering domestic and international intelligence.

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Calls for reparations for Britain's slave trade are rooted in dark legacy

A debate about reparations for Britain’s role in the slave trade overshadowed a summit in Samoa of the Commonwealth, many of whose member nations were once British colonies

The Independent UK

Actions of some over Twelfth bring ‘shame on us all’ – Beattie

Scores of parades took place across Northern Ireland as Protestant loyal orders celebrated the Twelfth of July this week.

The Independent UK

Excitement building ahead of 2023 Kirkcudbright Riding of the Marches

The principals are looking forward to leading the cavalry round the boundaries of Kirkcudbright as referred to in the charter granted by King James II in 1455

Daily Record

What was the Battle of the Boyne, and why is it only a bank holiday in one part of the UK?

The bank holiday has historic roots that continue to divide the country

Evening Standard

S. Ct. Will Review Whether Second Amendment Allows Disarming of People Subject to Civil Restraining Orders

The Supreme Court just announced that it will consider this issue, in U.S. v. Rahimi; this is unsurprising, since the Court is generally inclined to review cases where a court held that a federal statute was unconstitutional, and where the federal government asks for review. Here's my post from February,…

Reason

What is parliamentary privilege and does it give Australian MPs total freedom of speech?

Lidia Thorpe’s right to make accusations without fear of legal repercussions starts with a Dutch prince invading Britain in 1688

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London scholars to be first commoners to hail King Charles at Coronation

A group of central London schoolchildren are rehearsing for a “small yet significant” part of the ceremony rooted in hundreds of years of history.

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Charles III’s coronation: why a spoon and not a crown carries more weight

Most items of regalia used for coronation are at most 350-years-old, but there is one notable exception

The Guardian - UK

The British kings and queens who supported and profited from slavery

From Elizabeth I to William IV, over a period of 270 years monarchs had links to the slave trade

Evening Standard

The Van de Veldes: Greenwich, Art and the Sea at the Queen’s House review - a clear view to the horizon

Assuming you have a high tolerance for maritime pictures this exhibition is a fascinating look at two artists who entranced the English court with their images of the sea

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Fifth Circuit Holds People Can't Be Disarmed Just Based on Civil Restraining Order

Judge James Ho concurs, adding "I write separately to point out that our Founders firmly believed in the fundamental role of government in protecting citizens against violence, as well as the individual right to keep and bear arms—and that these two principles are not inconsistent but entirely compatible with one…

The Guardian - UK

Nell’s king, dragon flags, and a cute film groundhog’s name – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Harry Christophers’ Sixteen choir and orchestra review – music for turbulent times

Purcell’s Welcome Songs and music written for the coronation of James II provided a pertinent lesson

The National (Scotland)

The striking parallels between Scottish history and the House of the Dragon

HOUSE of the Dragon has brought the world of Westeros back to the silver screen in fiery form. The epic tale of dynastic ambition, destructive…

Daily Mirror

Where are past monarchs buried – from Queen Victoria to King George VI

The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II is taking place today, September 19, where she will go to her final resting place. Other Royal Family members have been buried at various locations – here is everything you need to know

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Charles is the third King Charles. These were the ones before him

King Charles III shares a name with two kings whose rules were marked by bloodshed and scandal. Here's a brief guide to the reigns of those who came before him.

Daily Record

What is the new line of succession as King Charles III takes the throne?

There is a new heir to the throne and now more children in the top eight than adults

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