King Charles III, a life of service

[hollydolly]

Holly, you have to understand that this thread was created, mainly for us "Yanks and Colonists", who are not tired of hearing it. To try to interest our UK members, would be like "preaching to the choir". We get very little of this in from our US media. Cut us some slack, thank you.

yes but surely you'd also be interested in knowing what the British public's opinion on these things are too.....ok..I'll say nothing more about OUR king on this thread.. even when it's erroneous...

 

[Jamala]

The beautiful gardens at Highgrove are well worth a visit. The gardens are open to the public certain months of the year and my favourite is the Cottage Garden.

 

[Meanderer]

yes but surely you'd also be interested in knowing what the British public's opinion on these things are too.....ok..I'll say nothing more about OUR king on this thread.. even when it's erroneous...

Thanks, Holly. I knew you would understand.

 

[Meanderer]

September 10, 2022

The future of the monarchy now rests with William and Kate, the Prince and Princess of Wales.Getty Images

"Meanwhile, Princess Kate — who, as Princess of Wales, takes on the title last held by the beloved Princess Diana — “has been a hugely important factor in him coming to terms with his destiny,” a royal source close to the couple told the outlet."

"As a friend said: “Marriage maketh the man. Catherine’s groundedness has been the critical anchor.”

"William now takes over the family business of running the Duchy of Cornwall, a 130,000-acre estate that rakes in about $24 million a year — cash used to fund the royal family’s official work."

The couple are tipped to move into Windsor Castle as King Charles settles into Buckingham Palace.Getty Images

"In November, the new Prince and Princess of Wales will visit the US to champion the Earthshot Prize, a ten-year global environmental initiative they see as their “legacy project.”

“He knows the future [of the monarchy] rests on his, Catherine’s and his kids’ shoulders,” a friend said. “He is going to step up and deliver.”

 

[Meanderer]

Kate Middleton and Prince William Tap into Their Sporty Sides at London's Olympics Park
Monique Jessen - Thursday

"Kate Middleton and Prince William are going back to their sporty roots! The Prince and Princess of Wales visited the Copper Box Arena in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in East London on Thursday to support Coach Core, a program celebrating its 10th anniversary that trains young people to become coaches and encourages the next generation of athletes."

"Kate and Prince William, both 40, are no strangers to getting a little competitive on royal outings, from joining different teams in sailing races to facing off in a sprint on a track. The royal couple got involved with several young people associated with the charity and got a taste of some of the sports sessions offered. Prince William was spotted taking hits at a boxing bag and kicking a soccer ball, while Kate played a round of seated bocce ball."

 

[Meanderer]

Bring on the punching bag.....!

 

[Jamala]

King Charles sends NTAs into a frenzy with unexpected appearance over hit soap

"In the video King Charles said: "I am delighted to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Emmerdale and, I’m afraid I remember when it was called Emmerdale Farm, owned by the Sugdens."

"It is a testament to all the hard work of the production team that it has since become such an important British institutions and a major British export with hundreds of thousands of fans from Scandinavia and New Zealand, all keen to follow the fortunes of what’s left of the Sugdens and their new neighbours."

"King Charles also praised the soap for its environmental contributions. He said: "What makes Emmerdale so special is that it has kept true to original writer, Kevin Laffan, who wanted to demonstrate farming as not just a job, it’s a whole way of life."

Queen Elizabeth was also fond of Emmerdale. I used to watch it when it was known as Emmerdale Farm. Here she is visiting Emerdale a few years ago.

 

[Meanderer]

King Charles bucks tradition and won’t call the Palace home

"King Charles III is giving a royal snub to Buckingham Palace. The 73-year-old monarch — who ascended to the throne when Queen Elizabeth II died in September after 70 years of rule— has no plans to move into his mother’s longtime home. King Charles and his wife, Queen Consort Camilla, currently reside at Clarence House, which is a short walk from Buckingham Palace."

"While the Palace will remain the operational headquarters for the King, there are doubts that it will ever be his primary residence — even after its 10-year renovation project is completed in 2027. And, bucking the tradition of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, the Royal Standard will fly over both Buckingham Palace and Clarence House."

“I know he is no fan of ‘the big house,’ as he calls the palace,” said one source. “He doesn’t see it as a viable future home or a house that’s fit for purpose in the modern world. He feels that its upkeep, both from a cost and environmental perspective, is not sustainable.”

 

[Meanderer]

Vanessa Redgrave receives damehood from the Prince of Wales

"Acclaimed actor Vanessa Redgrave has said receiving her damehood at Buckingham Palace was a “unique” moment in her career."

"Dame Vanessa, 85, has been nominated for six Academy Awards, winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 1977 for her role in Julia, in which she starred alongside Jane Fonda.
The actress said she was “very happy” after picking up her damehood from the Prince of Wales on Thursday for services to drama."

Dame Vanessa told the PA news agency: “I was thrilled when I heard that the Prince of Wales was doing the investitures today. “He gave me my British Academy Fellowship in Covent Garden Opera House in 2010.” Dame Vanessa told of speaking to William about how she’s still working, telling him “we’re all in it together”.

She went on: “You don’t compare going for an investiture at Buckingham Palace with any other achievement, whatever it is. “It is unique.”

 

[Meanderer]

Opinion: "King Charles III and my 1958 manhood ritual"
Paul Keane Oct. 17, 2022

"America may be a democracy, but it has royalty, too, fake royalty: the Queen of Daytime Television, the King of Pop, Prince and The Artist Formerly Known as Prince, and The Duke, both the cowboy duke and the jazz duke."

A promotional still from the American television series “Dallas” shows members of the Ewing family as they pose in front of their television home, the Southfork Ranch, Dallas, Texas, 1979.

"Here’s the American connection to royalty with “Dallas” and it is a connection pregnant with 1776 monarchy relationship history."

"When Larry Hagman, the actor playing J.R. Ewing on “Dallas,” was introduced to the 80-year-old queen-mother in Britain earlier in November 1980, even the queen-mother asked him “Who shot J. R.?” He replied politely “I’m sorry. I can’t tell you ma’am.”

"Luckily, no second revolution ensued from this polite American rebuff of British royalty. The queen-mother would have to wait like every other ordinary citizen. Television had become a democratizing instrument more powerful than Yankee muskets."

"I used to think of Queen Elizabeth’s son, who was four years younger than me. I’d grumble under my breath: “I’ll bet that kid will never push a lawnmower in his life.” And I was probably right.
In 2022, I can wish Prince Charles well as King Charles III at age 73. I still push my own lawnmower at age 77 up here on my Vermont hillside. I’d recommend it to His Majesty some time. It’s a great equalizer."(Read More)

 

[Jamala]

There are fears an international row could be triggered if Camilla wears the Queen Mother’s coronation crown, which features the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond.
The huge diamond originated from India and was given to Queen Victoria by the last Sikh emperor of India – who at the time was just ten years old.
But the gifting of the diamond is disputed, with both Pakistan andAfghanistan also claiming the jewel as theirs.

So in order to avert a bunfight a little-known crown that was last worn nearly 200 years ago may be used for the Queen Consort's coronation.

The governing party of Indian prime minister Narendra Modi is reported to have expressed concern that if Camilla were to display the diamond at King Charles's coronation next year, it would provide an unwelcome reminder of the British Empire.
But Buckingham Palace is said to be considering the use of other crowns, including the one worn by Queen Adelaide at her husband William IV's coronation in 1831.

Other options are said to include the 1820 Diamond Diadem, which was made for use at the coronation of George IV and was worn by the late Queen Elizabeth II on her way to her coronation in 1953, and then at each State Opening of Parliament. Crowns created for the coronation of Queen Alexandra – the wife of King Edward VII – and King George V's wife Queen Mary are other options that are under consideration.

History of the Koh -i-Noor diamond here:

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/hist...dand-why-british-wont-give-it-back-180964660/

 

[Meanderer]

 

[Meanderer]

Kate Middleton and Prince William won't be out and about over the next few days.

"The new Prince and Princess of Wales, both 40, are expected to take a break from public engagements this week as their three children are off from school. Prince George, 9, Princess Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4, are currently off from classes at Lambrook, where fall half term began last Friday. After the short break, the siblings and their schoolmates will return to the classroom on a favorite childhood holiday — Halloween."

"Prince William and Princess Kate have previously scaled back their schedules during school vacations in order to spend more time with their kids. George, Charlotte and Louis enrolled as new pupils at Lambrook on Sept. 8, the same day their great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth died. Following the shock, the royal parents did all they could to support their grieving children and keep things as 'normal' as possible."

 

[Meanderer]

King Charles III Hold First 'Credentials' Presentation
20th October, 2022

"King Charles met several diplomats including the Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, and the high commissioner of Pakistan to the UK, Moazzam Ahmad."

"Even though UK Prime Minister resigned on Thursday after a series of dramatic events, King of the United Kingdom and the 14 other Commonwealth realms, Charles III held the first 'Credentials' presentation of his reign. During his first-ever credentials presentations, King Charles III met several diplomats including the Ukrainian ambassador to the UK, Vadym Prystaiko, and the high commissioner of Pakistan to the UK, Moazzam Ahmad Khan, at Buckingham Palace."

 

[Meanderer]

 

[Victoria]

Opinion: "King Charles III and my 1958 manhood ritual"
Paul Keane Oct. 17, 2022

"America may be a democracy, but it has royalty, too, fake royalty: the Queen of Daytime Television, the King of Pop, Prince and The Artist Formerly Known as Prince, and The Duke, both the cowboy duke and the jazz duke."

A promotional still from the American television series “Dallas” shows members of the Ewing family as they pose in front of their television home, the Southfork Ranch, Dallas, Texas, 1979.

"Here’s the American connection to royalty with “Dallas” and it is a connection pregnant with 1776 monarchy relationship history."

"When Larry Hagman, the actor playing J.R. Ewing on “Dallas,” was introduced to the 80-year-old queen-mother in Britain earlier in November 1980, even the queen-mother asked him “Who shot J. R.?” He replied politely “I’m sorry. I can’t tell you ma’am.”

"Luckily, no second revolution ensued from this polite American rebuff of British royalty. The queen-mother would have to wait like every other ordinary citizen. Television had become a democratizing instrument more powerful than Yankee muskets."

"I used to think of Queen Elizabeth’s son, who was four years younger than me. I’d grumble under my breath: “I’ll bet that kid will never push a lawnmower in his life.” And I was probably right.
In 2022, I can wish Prince Charles well as King Charles III at age 73. I still push my own lawnmower at age 77 up here on my Vermont hillside. I’d recommend it to His Majesty some time. It’s a great equalizer."(Read More)

LOL!! So who did shoot JR?

Kate Middleton and Prince William won't be out and about over the next few days.

"The new Prince and Princess of Wales, both 40, are expected to take a break from public engagements this week as their three children are off from school. Prince George, 9, Princess Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4, are currently off from classes at Lambrook, where fall half term began last Friday. After the short break, the siblings and their schoolmates will return to the classroom on a favorite childhood holiday — Halloween."

"Prince William and Princess Kate have previously scaled back their schedules during school vacations in order to spend more time with their kids. George, Charlotte and Louis enrolled as new pupils at Lambrook on Sept. 8, the same day their great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth died. Following the shock, the royal parents did all they could to support their grieving children and keep things as 'normal' as possible."

Beautiful picture! I just love British Royalty.

He was a cute kid.

 

[Meanderer]

LOL!! So who did shoot JR?

"Mary Crosby, daughter of legendary actor, Bing Crosby, seen in a 2014 photo, starred as Kristin Shepard, the woman who shot J.R. Ewing on the nighttime series, “Dallas.” As many as 90 million viewers in the U.S. alone tuned to “Dallas,” Nov. 21, 1980, to find out who shot J.R."

 

[Meanderer]

More on Princess Anne's visit to New York​

The ferry’s runs around the clock making a five mile journey across New York Harbor between the boroughs of Manhattan and Staten Island, with ferry boats making the trip in about 25 minutes

Whilst in the borough she visited the National Lighthouse Museum in St. George

The museum is planning at $20 million expansion.

 

[Lewkat]

"Mary Crosby, daughter of legendary actor, Bing Crosby, seen in a 2014 photo, starred as Kristin Shepard, the woman who shot J.R. Ewing on the nighttime series, “Dallas.” As many as 90 million viewers in the U.S. alone tuned to “Dallas,” Nov. 21, 1980, to find out who shot J.R."

What has this to do with King Charles?

 

[Meanderer]

What has this to do with King Charles?

If you go back and read post #693, you will find the connection.

Excerpt:
"Here’s the American connection to royalty with “Dallas” and it is a connection pregnant with 1776 monarchy relationship history."

"When Larry Hagman, the actor playing J.R. Ewing on “Dallas,” was introduced to the 80-year-old queen-mother in Britain earlier in November 1980, even the queen-mother asked him “Who shot J. R.?” He replied politely “I’m sorry. I can’t tell you ma’am.”

"Luckily, no second revolution ensued from this polite American rebuff of British royalty. The queen-mother would have to wait like every other ordinary citizen. Television had become a democratizing instrument more powerful than Yankee muskets."

I was answering (#702)... Victoria's question in the previous post (#701), asking: "LOL!! So who did shoot JR? "

 

[Meanderer]

New King Charles III Salute Match on lineup for Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championship

The 11th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships, presented by Talking Stick Resort, has announced a new match between Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club and the Wales Polo Team to be played at the Nov. 5 championship event.

"The King Charles III Salute Match, featuring Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club and the Wales Polo Team, is joining the lineup at the 11th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Saturday, Nov. 5 at WestWorld."

"His Royal Highness, the former Prince of Wales was the first member of The Royal County of Berkshire Polo Team. The Wales Polo Team additionally has a close connection with King Charles III, who held a “Non-Playing Captain” status as The Prince of Wales."

"King Charles III is the patron of Wales Polo Team, and they play with his insignia as their team badge. The Wales Polo Team will consist of Pete Webb, Ricky Cooper and Niall Donnelly. Both Webb and Cooper have the distinct honor of playing with King Charles III."

 

[Meanderer]

King Charles III playing Polo as a Prince 1992

 

[Meanderer]

Meet the Inner Circle of Friends and Courtiers Advising King Charles III
October 28, 2022

"And as King Charles builds up a new team of advisors to the Crown, he already has a few people at the heart of his inner circle. First things first, let's start with King Charles's main right-hand man—who also happens to be a literal knight. Because yep, in this our year of the lord 2022, the whole "knights of the round table" thing is very real."

Sir Clive Alderton​

"Sir Clive Alderton is King Charles's private secretary and was his and Queen Camilla's principle private secretary before that. So how did he get the job? Clive has a pretty impressive resume; after attending one of the oldest schools in the country (Abingdon), Clive joined the foreign office and held a bunch of diplomatic positions before being appointed deputy private secretary to Charles and Camilla in 2006. Guess he did a good job, because he was promoted to private secretary for foreign and Commonwealth affairs in 2009. He then spent a few years becoming ambassador to Morocco and Mauritania (casual), before becoming Charles and Camilla's principle private secretary in 2015."

He's important enough to Charles that he walked with the royals as they accompanied the Queen's coffin to Westminster Abbey:

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[Meanderer]

King Charles III To Hold Climate Event On Eve Of COP27


"King Charles III announced Sunday he would hold a reception ahead of next month's COP27 climate summit after being advised not to attend by the government. Buckingham Palace said the event on November 4 would gather over 200 "international business leaders, decision makers and NGOs" two days before the summit begins in Egypt."

"The Palace said the event was to mark the end of the UK's hosting of COP26. British PM Rishi Sunak has also decided not to go, instead focusing on domestic issues."

"The UK's COP26 Minister Alok Sharma told The Sunday Times that he was "pretty disappointed that the prime minister is not going", saying attendance would send a signal about the UK's "renewed commitment on this issue".

"The Sunday Times reported earlier that Charles was expected to host an event with Sunak set to make a speech."

 

[Meanderer]

UK warns Mnangagwa over human rights abuses; King Charles III and Ramaphosa likely to discuss Zim during State visit.


"BRITISH parliamentarians have warned President Emmerson Mnangagwa against his continued clampdown on dissent, and disregard for human rights, saying the world was watching."

"Mnangagwa’s human rights record took centre stage in the House of Lords Friday where Lord Zac Goldsmith revealed it could be on the agenda when King Charles III meets South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa next month."

"The meeting, King Charles III’s first State visit announced by Buckingham Palace since his rise to the throne after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth, will come at a time opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activists have spent over 100 days in remand prison."

“My Lords, the Minister (for Africa) will be aware that opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) Job Sikhala and Godfrey Sithole have now been detained without bail for 142 days in Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison and paraded before court in leg irons; that only a week ago, Bulawayo MP Jasmine Toffa was violently assaulted as part of an attack on CCC activists; and that across Zimbabwe political violence is raging in the lead-up to the 2023 general elections,” said Lord Jonathan Oates.

Bulawayo MP Jasmine Toffa in hospital​