King Charles III, a life of service

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King Charles arrives at Parliament
07/17/24
King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived at Houses of Parliament.
The monarch is being prepared in his full royal regalia, and will begin the speech at around 11.30.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla arriving for the State Opening of Parliament (Image:
Stephen Lock / i-Images)
King Charles and Camilla spotted in carriage
They're en route to the Houses of Parliament in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach.

 

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Britain's King Charles III reads the King's Speech in the House of Lords.

 

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The GOAT of goats: King Charles III bestows royal title on rare breed

"LONDON, UK — King Charles III has bestowed a royal title on a rare golden goat breed.
From now on, the breed known for its connection to the island of Guernsey will have the special title of Royal Golden Guernsey Goat. The title, bestowed Tuesday during the king's visit to the island in the English Channel, will apply to the livestock breed anywhere in the world."

“Hopefully this will raise awareness for the breed,” said Rebecca Martin, the owner of eight-year-old Summerville Tamsin, the goat chosen to represent the breed.

"As he bestowed the honor, the king petted the small creature and offered a compliment on the shade of its pale blond coat."

"The goats are a rare breed and considered “at risk” on the Rare Breeds Watchlist. Considered friendly and docile, they produce good milk."

"Christopher Price, the chief executive of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust, said the honor offers recognition of the breed’s historical significance and its value to biodiversity, the environment and sustainable food production."

“Being choosy in what they eat, their grazing can provide very specific environmental benefits,’’ Price said in a statement. ’’We are extremely grateful to his majesty for his continued, greatly valued support for British rare native livestock and equine breeds.”

 

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I actually feel sorry for the Royals in some ways...the golden handcuffs...etc.

My goal has always been to be 'behind-the-scenes successful'. I tell my own daughters to aspire to this as well. But of course, if they really can't help but being wonderful...then go for it!

I enjoy my day-to-day privacy too much to ever want to become famous or a spectacle.

 

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Kate Middleton & Prince William Are Headed on a Summer Trip

"Royals, they're just like us—even when it comes to taking a break from work. It does make sense after all as being a member of the British royal family is a full-time job. And for this year's break, Kate Middleton and her husband, Prince William, have already chosen a place for an upcoming summer trip."

"According to ELLE magazine, Princess Catherine, 42, Prince William, 42, and their three kids, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6, are taking a trip to the Scottish Highlands this summer."

"Most recently, a new source shared that the mother of three will accompany her husband, her kids and other members of the royal fam on a summer getaway to the Scottish Highlands as well.
“It will be a rather low-key affair this year where everyone will meet to just relax and unwind,” the unnamed source told Express."

 

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Happy 11th Birthday Prince George

"Ultimate soccer fan and future British monarch Prince George is celebrating his 11th birthday—but it seems that royal fans like myself are the ones getting a gift."

"In honor of the big day (July 22), Kate Middleton and Prince William shared a brand-new photo of their eldest son on social media. In the black and white photo, taken by Kate Middleton, Prince George looks so grown up sporting a blazer and a button-down shirt."

 

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"Sharing a birthday photo has become something of a tradition for the Wales fam. For example, earlier this year we got a pic of Princess Charlotte (who was recently spotted at Wimbledon with her mom) on her ninth birthday."

 

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Queen Camilla Receives Rare Royal Honor to Celebrate Her 77th Birthday

"The Queen, who spent her birthday at the State Opening of Parliament with King Charles, had her big day commemorated throughout London."

"Queen Camilla's birthday called for a special celebration, and Westminster Abbey commemorated the special occasion by ringing its bells."

"The Abbey bells are ringing out to celebrate the birthday of HM The Queen," the London landmark captioned a video of the musical tribute on X, adding the hashtag "#HappyBirthdayYourMajesty."

"After Queen Elizabeth died, Westminster Abbey announced that the bells would ring for the birthdays of King Charles and Queen Camilla, as well as Prince William and Princess Kate, the new heir to the throne and his wife."

"Westminster Abbey most recently rang out for Prince William's 42nd birthday on June 21."

"Queen Camilla's birthday bells coincided with the State Opening of Parliament in London the same day, which was noted on the church's bell-ringing calendar and where she began her birthday with King Charles."

 

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"The Duchess of Edinburgh sent a vital message through her clothing at a recent garden party, according to an expert."

"Earlier this month during the annual Royal Week, King Charles and Queen Camila hosted guests at a garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. They were joined by Duke Edward (the King's youngest sibling) and Duchess Sophie Wessex of Edinburgh for the event at the King's official Scottish residence."

"Body language expert Darren Stanton said that Sophie “wanted to show her authority” and “highlight her presence.” He said that her off-white outfit during the engagement showed that the Duchess wanted to come across as “dominant,” whilst adding that the colour of her outfit was important because it represented “purity, honesty and calmness.” The expert claimed that the outfit and the colour show Sophie’s level of comfort in the environment and emphasises her commitment to the King and monarchy wanting people to know that she’s proudly carrying out her Royal duties."

 

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King Charles Is Prepared to Change the Balmoral Schedule for These Royals

"August is here, and for the British royal family, that means heading to Balmoral Castle. This year, however, King Charles III’s niece, Zara Tindall, may not make it to Aberdeenshire, Scotland, to close out the summer. The reason? A potential scheduling conflict. But the king’s prepared to change the schedule around so the Tindalls don’t miss one of the royal family’s Balmoral traditions."

Mike Tindall, Zara Tindall, and their daughters | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

"That same weekend, the royal family is planning their annual church service at Crathie Kirk near Balmoral Castle. King Charles is said to be eager to have Zara, 43, and her husband, Mike Tindall, as well as their children, Mia, Lena, and Lucas, in Scotland—so much so that he may change things around to accommodate his niece’s potential scheduling conflict."

King Charles III and Zara Tindall | Chris Jackson/Getty Images

King Charles “really wants Zara and the family to join him on the last Sunday in August for the bank holiday service,” an insider said. “But he understands that her horse competitions are extremely important to her.”

 

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King Charles braved the rain on Saturday as he attended the Mey Highlands Games, kicking off his summer break in style.

The monarch braved the rain for the event

"The event was first held in 1970 to commemorate the birthday of the late Queen Mother, with the King's grandmother enjoying the event so much that she encouraged organisers to make them a yearly event."

"Despite the wet weather, the monarch arrived at the event on Saturday wearing a traditional kilt. The King also wore a tan coat, a tartan tie and a pair of knee-high socks to keep the cold weather away. As he exited a car, the monarch was also seen with an umbrella."

"Charles clearly enjoyed the event, as the royal was seen laughing at several occasions and he grinned as he shook hands with members of the crowd, including a young baby."

 

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King Charles Sports a Kilt in Scotland for a Day of Dance and Sports Ahead of Summer Break

"A wonderful day at the Mey Games!"

"The monarch awarded the tug of war trophy to the winning team and looked especially delighted by a group of young dancers."

"The sovereign, who is chieftain of the games, also watched traditional Highland sports including the hammer throw, sheaf toss and stone put. The finale of the event was the tug of war competition, and King Charles presented the trophy to the winning team."

"A wonderful day at the Mey Games!"

 

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It’s good to be the Queen Mother!



RAF created no-fly zone at Castle of Mey to save Queen Mother’s naps

 

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King Charles Releases New Statement with Special Signature on IG

"The Paris 2024 Olympics have officially come to a close—and now, King Charles has a special message for Team Great Britain."

"In case you missed it, Team GB scored a total of 65 medals, including 14 gold, 22 silver and 29 bronze. This puts them in seventh place for the most medals won by a country, and King Charles wasted no time in celebrating their efforts."

"On Instagram, the 75-year-old monarch shared an Olympics-themed graphic and wrote, "My wife joins me in sending our warmest congratulations to the competitors and their support teams from @teamgb and across the whole Commonwealth, for their many outstanding successes at the Olympic Games in Paris. "

"Your achievements, across so many disciplines, were forged from that invaluable combination of raw talent, true grit and hard toil over many years, burnished these past weeks by sportsmanship and team spirit in the finest tradition of the Games."

 

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King Charles has been officially welcomed to Balmoral by a guard of honour, as he begins his summer break at the famous Scottish castle.

King Charles III inspects the Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (Image: PA)

"In a small ceremony outside the Castle gates, the King inspected the Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland. The 75-year-old monarch wore his beloved tartan kilt, long red socks and a matching brown waistcoat and jacket. The Royal Regiment of Scotland's mascot, Shetland Pony Corporal Cruachan IV, was also present at the ceremony."

 

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Princess Anne to Represent King Charles on Overseas Trip

Princess Anne to Represent King Charles WPA Pool - Getty Images
"Just two months ago, Princess Anne was forced to cancel official duties after an incident involving a horse on her Gatcombe Park estate left her with head injuries. But it’s clear that the stalwart Princess is now firmly back in the saddle, as it has just been announced that she will travel overseas on behalf of the King this fall."
"Princess Anne, 74, will visit the Netherlands for commemorations to mark 80 years since the battle of Arnhem on September 21 and 22. The trip will see her join those remembering the events of the Second World War battle, which was part of Allied military offensive Operation Market Garden. The battle took place in the banks of the Rhine in 1944. “Although it ultimately failed to achieve its objectives, the determination and courage shown by the airborne troops and the units that assisted them made Market Garden one of the Second World War’s (1939-45) most famous battles,” the UK’s National Army Museum notes."
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King Charles III to visit Australia and Samoa in a test of stamina after cancer diagnosis

Britain’s King Charles III smiles during his visit to the Forsinard Flows Visitor Centre in Forsinard, Highland, Scotland, July 31, 2024. (Jane Barlow/Pool Photo via AP, File)
"LONDON (AP) — King Charles III has announced plans to visit Australia and Samoa next month on a trip that will span a dozen time zones and test the monarch’s stamina as he recovers from cancer treatment."

"The Oct. 18-26 tour, which Buckingham Palace outlined Tuesday, marks a watershed moment for the 75-year-old king."

"Charles is slowly returning to public duties after taking a break following his cancer diagnosis in early February. The decision to undertake such a long journey will be seen as a sign of his recovery."

"The trip will begin in Australia before the king and Queen Camilla travel to Samoa for the Commonwealth heads of government meeting, which takes place every two years."

 

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William steps in for Charles as he attends graduation ceremony at RAF Cranwell
"The Prince of Wales spent time with his aunt Lady Sarah McCorquodale as he hosted an RAF officer graduation ceremony."

"William is believed to have invited his mother’s sister to the event at RAF Cranwell, where relatives proudly watched as more 50 cadets graduated, officially becoming officers at the stroke of midnight."

"The future King acknowledged the royal salute of more than 50 new officers on the parade ground and told them the country would be relying on them to deal with “future threats” during the present “time of change and uncertainty”.

"It is understood Lady Sarah, who lives locally, heard her nephew would be attending the ceremony in Lincolnshire and wanted to see him and lend support."

 

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King Charles and Queen Camilla are remembering Dame Maggie Smith. On Sept. 27, the King released a statement following the distinguished British actress' death at age 89.

"My wife and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Dame Maggie Smith. As the curtain comes down on a national treasure, we join all those around the world in remembering with the fondest admiration and affection her many great performances, and her warmth and wit that shone through both on and off the stage," the King said in a statement.

 

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King Charles Speaks Publicly with Stunning Speech

"Today, The King spoke of his family’s deep affection for Scotland and the enduring relationship between the Parliament, the Crown and the people of Scotland during his address to the Scottish Parliament to mark its 25th anniversary."

“We are all, at the end of each day, united by our love of Scotland. Because of its natural beauty, of course, but also because of its strength of character, based as it is on the extraordinary diversity of its peoples, whose range of ideas, skills, energy, passions, and frequently deeply-held beliefs, never cease to inspire me.

From the central belt, to the North Highlands, across the islands, in Ayrshire, in the Borders, the cities, towns, and villages, or the coastal communities, who, I wonder, could not fail to be moved by this complex Caledonian Kaleidoscope?”

 

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King Charles Makes Surprising Decision to ‘Pause’ Cancer Treatment

"King Charles III is to “pause” his cancer treatment, understood to be a weekly regimen, for 11 days as he undertakes his high-profile royal tour of Australia next week."

"The king, 75, was diagnosed with cancer in February this year and has been receiving treatment on a weekly basis ever since. The palace have not said what form the therapy is taking and have not specified the type of cancer the king is suffering with."

"However the Daily Mail reported Monday that the monarch, 75, has been told by doctors that he can take 11 days off his treatment when he and Queen Camilla leave for Australia on October 18, accompanied by a traveling doctor."

"The tour will see the king visit Sydney and Canberra, and then Charles will travel on to the South Pacific nation of Samoa, where he will attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)."

"The Mail said the king would “continue with his ongoing cancer treatment right up until he flies” and would “pick up” his treatment “as soon as he returns to the U.K.” after the 30,000 mile round trip." MORE

 

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"King Charles has officially made history. He and Queen Camilla have just touched down in Sydney, Australia, for his first visit to the nation since becoming monarch. The king, 75, and his wife, 77, are kicking off a royal tour that includes several days in Australia and Samoa."

"Today (or "tonight" in Australia), King Charles stepped off the plane at Sydney International Airport with Queen Camilla staying dry under one of the signature royal umbrellas. And as cameras snapped and heads of state (including the Australian Prime Minister) shook hands, there was an even grander greeting taking place."

Projected upon the world famous Sydney Opera House were giant photographs of the king and queen from previous visits to Australia. Talk about rolling out the red carpet.

"Just hours before their arrival (and likely while they were mid-flight), King Charles and Queen Camilla shared a personal message on social media, calling out their excitement for the royal tour."

"Their message read, "Ahead of our first visit to Australia as King and Queen, we are really looking forward to returning to this beautiful country to celebrate the extraordinarily rich cultures and communities that make it so special. See you there!"

 

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"King Charles was gifted an entire pig, took part in a kava-drinking ceremony and was named “high chief” as he took part in a traditional Samoan welcoming ceremony."

 

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"APIA (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla flew out of Samoa on Saturday, after a visit in which the monarch acknowledged the Commonwealth's "painful" history, amid a push for former colonial powers to pay reparations for their role in transatlantic slavery."

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla react during a farewell ceremony on the final day of the royal visit to Australia and Samoa, in Siumu village, Samoa, October 26, 2024. Aaron Chown/Pool via REUTERS © Thomson Reuters
"Representatives of 56 countries, most with roots in Britain's empire, are attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting that began in Samoa on Monday, with slavery and the threat of climate change emerging as major themes."

"On Saturday, the meeting's final day, Charles and Camilla left Samoa about 12 p.m. local time on a Royal Australia Air Force jet, waving farewell as they boarded the plane at Apia's Faleolo International Airport."

 

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"For the first time since announcing his cancer diagnosis—and for the first time as monarch—the king took part in an overseas tour to Australia and Samoa for eight days of royal duties. But during one of his stops in Sydney, the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence, a special photo was sitting on display waiting for him—and it featured none other than his eldest son, William."

"The photograph, which sits in a well-worn frame, shows a much younger Prince of Wales from a previous visit to Australia. Though the throwback image isn't dated, it is most likely from his 2010 stopover in Sydney."

"In 2010, after spending three days in New Zealand for his first-ever official overseas visit, Prince William hopped over to Australia with the goal of learning more about the indigenous community. It's likely during this appearance that the newly resurfaced image was snapped."