coronation

From Corona beer to the coronation, the crown is branding fit for a king

As a fashion statement or piece of art, crowns are distinguished by their beauty, containing rare jewels, precious metals and velvet in deep, rich colours. As a symbol, crowns are…

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King Charles’ coronation: what changes has UK seen under new monarch?

LONDON (Reuters) - From a new face on the country's stamps and coins to a change of words for the national anthem, Britain has seen a number of alterations since…

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A King Charles III coronation commemorative plate, buying into a centuries-old tradition

Mugs and plates celebrating the coronations, marriages and deaths of British royalty are not unusual sights. With the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, such memorabilia cluttering our…

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From caviar to cardboard cutouts, businesses hope for coronation boost

By Marie-Louise Gumuchian LONDON, May 1 (Reuters) - From tins of caviar to a celebration beer, businesses are seeking to entice royal fans with a slew of products marking the…

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Biden’s coronation no-show is no snub – more telling is whom he sends to King Charles’ big day

The fact that first lady Jill Biden, but not her husband, President Joe Biden, is attending King Charles III’s coronation on May 6, 2023, has not gone down too well…

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UPDATED: King Charles III crowned at London’s Westminster Abbey

Coronation ceremony dates back 1,000 years King succeeded his mother Queen Elizabeth in September World leaders gathered in Westminster Abbey Tens of thousands line streets to witness moment of history…

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UPDATED: Florals, hats and robes: colours and tradition at King Charles coronation

By Marie-Louise Gumuchian LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - From traditional robes to statement headpieces, royals and guests wore an array of colourful outfits for the coronation of Britain's King Charles…

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King Charles’ coronation and its significance

By Michael Holden LONDON, May 2 (Reuters) - King Charles will be crowned at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony full of pomp, pageantry and solemn religious significance on Saturday, after…

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King Charles’ coronation: quotes and reaction from crowds in London

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - People from across Britain and the world gathered on Saturday in central London for the coronation of King Charles III. Here is a selection of…

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King Charles’ coronation to blend ancient ritual with modern Britain

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - The coronation of King Charles will seek to blend the ancient ritual of a ceremony that dates back for almost 1,000 years with the modern,…

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Police arrest anti-monarchy protesters ahead of King Charles’ coronation

By Andrew Macaskill LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - Police arrested the leader of the anti-monarchy group Republic hours before King Charles' coronation on Saturday and a number of other protesters…

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What will the royal family do at King Charles’ coronation?

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - All eyes will be on the British royal family this weekend as they are joined by about 100 heads of state and global dignitaries for…

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Australia’s Sydney Opera House won’t light up for coronation to save costs

SYDNEY, May 6 (Reuters) - A decision not to light up the sails of the Sydney Opera House to mark the coronation of King Charles was a cost saving measure,…

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The crowns, jewels, swords and spoon used at King Charles’ coronation

LONDON (Reuters) - The ceremony for King Charles' coronation at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday will involve historic regalia ranging from sceptres and maces to a ring and a…

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King Charles’ coronation schedule

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - Charles will be crowned king on Saturday in a centuries-old ceremony featuring a display of pageantry and military processions. Below is a look at the…

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Key moments in King Charles’ coronation

LONDON, (Reuters) - From the religious symbolism of his anointment to the moment when the crown is placed on his head, what are the highlights to look out for during…

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King Charles settles into life as monarch, after long wait

By Michael Holden and Sarah Mills LONDON (Reuters) - After waiting longer than any British heir to become monarch, King Charles has quietly settled into his new role with little…

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King Charles III coronation: what to expect this coronation weekend

The monarchy is under pressure. Ongoing scandals and waning support from a younger generation suggest an outdated institution with little relevance to the modern era. Enshrined in pomp and pageantry,…

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World leaders gather in London for King Charles’ coronation

King Charles to host reception for world leaders Royal fans gather on The Mall for coronation Across Britain, preparations underway Polls show many apathetic, question cost of lavish event By…

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Republican leaders of Australia and NZ to pledge allegiance to king

By Alasdair Pal and Lucy Craymer SYDNEY/WELLINGTON, May 5 (Reuters) - The leaders of Australia and New Zealand will pledge their allegiance to King Charles at his coronation in London…

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Excitement and apathy ahead of King Charles’ coronation

By Jeevan Ravindran and Natalie Thomas LONDON (Reuters) - Dozens of royal fans have begun camping out in central London ahead of King Charles' coronation on Saturday, but while they…

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UPDATED: ‘Mind the gap,’ King Charles to remind train travellers during coronation weekend

LONDON, May 5 (Reuters) - Passengers travelling on British trains during the weekend of King Charles' coronation will hear a special message recorded by the monarch himself, including a reminder…

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King Charles’ coronation will be an economic boost

LONDON (Reuters) - The coronation ceremony for King Charles on Saturday will be the most glorious display of pageantry seen in Britain for a generation and will provide an economic…

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‘Eco-friendly’ King Charles to reuse historic garments for coronation

Britain's King Charles, who has spent a lifetime campaigning for sustainability and against a throwaway economy, will wear clothing previously worn by his predecessors, including his mother and grandfather, for…

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Pledging allegiance to the King from home is voluntary, says Lambeth Palace after backlash

Lambeth Palace has defended the decision to ask members of the public to pledge allegiance to the King following a backlash on social media. In a significant break with tradition,…

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Britain’s Charles to use crimson and purple robes at coronation once worn by George VI

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles will wear robes of crimson and purple silk velvet at his May 6 coronation which were once worn by his grandfather King George VI at his…

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Heathrow raises forecasts as coronation kick-starts busy summer

First-quarter passenger numbers up 74% Airport wanted King Charles terminal -Times By Sarah Young LONDON, April 26 (Reuters) - Heathrow passenger numbers reached 95% of pre-pandemic levels in the first…

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Pope presents shards from cross of Christ for King Charles’ coronation

LONDON (Reuters) - Pope Francis has gifted fragments believed to be from the True Cross on which Jesus was crucified to form part of a new processional cross which will…

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Vast military procession to mark King Charles’ coronation

LONDON, April 16 (Reuters) - Around 5,000 members of the British armed forces will participate in the coronation of King Charles next month, joined by soldiers from more than 30…

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Prince Harry to attend Charles’ coronation, Meghan to stay in California

By Michael Holden and Sachin Ravikumar LONDON, April 12 (Reuters) - Britain's Prince Harry will attend the Coronation next month of his father King Charles but without his wife Meghan,…

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From holy oil to sceptres and a spoon: King Charles’ coronation ceremony

LONDON (Reuters) - The ceremony for King Charles's coronation at Westminster Abbey in London on May 6 will involve historic regalia ranging from sceptres and maces to a ring and…

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Gold coach procession and new emoji for King Charles’ coronation

LONDON, April 9 (Reuters) - King Charles and his wife Camilla will travel to and from their coronation next month in Britain's oldest and newest royal carriages in a grand…

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King Charles invited Biden for state visit, Biden accepted – White House

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles has invited U.S. President Joe Biden to the United Kingdom for a state visit and Biden accepted, the White House said. The invitation came…

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UPDATED: Coronation invites issued by King Charles and ‘Queen Camilla’; Roles for Prince George, Camilla’s grandchildren

King Charles's grandson Prince George and the grandchildren of the Queen Consort Camilla will play major roles in the coronation of the British monarch next month, Buckingham Palace confirmed on…

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Tourists to get chance to walk in King Charles’ coronation footsteps

LONDON, March 24 (Reuters) - London's Westminster Abbey said visitors will get the chance this summer to follow King Charles' coronation footsteps, getting access for the first time in living…

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Photostory: The coronation of the Thai King

Thai well-wishers hold portraits of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun ahead of his coronation ceremony outside the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand, 05 May 2019. The elaborate three-day traditional coronation…

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