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King Charles vows to serve ‘with loyalty, respect and love’ in address to nation

King says Elizabeth II’s was ‘a life well-lived’; names William and Catherine Prince and Princess of Wales; speaks of his love for Harry and Meghan

The Guardian - UK

Reason King Charles III's reign is called the Carolean era

Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the country ushers in a new era in its long history

Liverpool Echo

After end of New Elizabethan age, what era are we in now?

Periods in British history are often referred to using the name of the king or queen who was on the throne at the time

Wales Online

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What is a regnal name and why can new Monarchs change their name?

There had been heavy speculation that King Charles was in favour of ruling as George VII in a tribute to his grandfather and great-grandfather. But in the end, he chose to follow in his mother's footsteps

Daily Mirror

The 'jinxed' history that caused King Charles to consider choosing different regnal name

The two previous Charles's both ruled controversial reigns - one of whom was the only British monarch in history to have faced execution

Daily Mirror

New king will be Charles III - but who were Charles I and II?

The first two monarchs called Charles were on the throne at one of the most turbulant times in British history

Wales Online

King Charles III seen leaving Balmoral with new Queen Consort Camilla

The new king and his queen were pictured in a car together in part of a convoy over the River Dee

Liverpool Echo

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Charles becomes first King Charles since 1600s

Charles III’s historical namesakes oversaw one of the most turbulent periods in British history.

The Independent UK

Republicans see small opening after Elizabeth's passing

LONDON: During Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign, republican rumblings surfaced on occasion, but the affection and respect she enjoyed meant that the movement to do away with the monarchy struggled to make a lasting impression.

Bangkok Post

King Charles to address nation tonight as Queen's grieving son starts duties

At the age of 73, King Charles III has become the oldest monarch to ever ascend the British throne

Daily Record

Charles to make address to the nation TONIGHT as grieving King starts duties

King Charles III is due to start his duties immediately and speak to the nation this evening, after saying his final goodbye to his mother Queen Elizabeth II in Balmoral

Daily Mirror

What will Prince Charles be called and will he change his name when he becomes King?

Reigning as the next King George could also symbolise continuity for the House of Windsor, as Charles' great-grandfather also reigned as King George V

Daily Mirror

Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris review – regicides on the run

In 1660, after the Restoration of the monarchy, two of Oliver Cromwell’s soldiers fled to America to escape execution. Harris is at his best in this fictionalisation of their escape and the quest to find them

The Guardian - UK

Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris review – a master writer leads us on a 17th-century manhunt

This rich and riotous novel, following the search for two of the men who signed Charles I’s death warrant, is also an important book for our own historical moment

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Queen's two birthdays explained - and why Prince Charles might only have one

The Prince of Wales may get to enjoy the same tradition that his mother did thanks to a very British rule which was introduced to give the monarch two birthdays

Daily Mirror

Haunted castle where ghost hunters claim spirit of Henry VIII turned on them

Ghosthunters were left scared after a weird experience at the historic Tudor fortress Hurst Castle. They believe the spirit "could quite possibly be Henry VIII"

Daily Mirror

Prince Charles could be known as King George to avoid bad luck

The Prince of Wales could choose to rule under a different name - and may opt to do so thanks to the bad luck associated with the name Charles

The Guardian - UK

Shakespeare North Playhouse review – a wooden O for the north

Against all the odds, and with backers including Judi Dench and Kim Cattrall, this 470-seat modern twist on a Shakespearean theatre is poised for action, from Bottom to Johnny Vegas

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Evening Standard

Royal property portfolio: Here’s where the Queen and her family call home

A tour of the Royal family’s impressive property portfolio, from working farms to 1,000-room castles.

Daily Mirror

'End of the line near for this medieval relic of hereditary monarchy'

MPs are effectively banned from criticising in Parliament a protected medieval relic although fawning is encouraged, writes Kevin Maguire

The National (Scotland)

What to do in Dunfermline as it becomes Scotland's newest city

IF Dunfermline to you means Amazon, Sky and a sadly recently relegated football team, then it’s time to think again. One of Scotland’s fastest…

The Guardian - UK

Inane and Orwellian: a Queen’s speech to improve the life of Boris Johnson

Prince Charles cut a pathetic figure, selling a flimsy, sinister package designed to protect the prime minister, not to address Britain’s problems, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

The Independent UK

UK Parliament opens with pomp, problems for Boris Johnson

Britain’s Parliament is opening a new year-long session with Prime Minister Boris Johnson trying to re-energize his scandal-tarnished administration and address the U.K.’s worsening cost-of-living crisis

Reason

Audio Books on British History

If you enjoy audio books and you're interested in history, here is the first in a series of recommended books, based on what I have listened to in the past several years. All of these books are, in my opinion, well-narrated and informative. All are available from Audible.com. Favorites Bonnie…

Daily Mirror

Prince Charles may not be known as 'King Charles' when he takes to the throne

In the future, Prince Charles may choose to reign as king under a different name due to the negative connotations surrounding the name 'King Charles' brought on by King Charles I and II

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