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As Charles becomes king, Britain's new order of succession

Friday, 9 September 2022, 09:05 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

With Charles becoming Britain’s king, his sons and grandchildren are next in succession for the monarchy. Here are the first 15 people in order of succession: 1. Prince William,...

'A stalwart': World mourns Britain's Queen Elizabeth II

Friday, 9 September 2022, 06:27 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

Condolences poured in from around the world Thursday after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who became a global icon of calmness and fortitude through decades of political upheaval and social...

After a lifetime of preparation, Charles takes the throne

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 21:53 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

Prince Charles has been preparing for the crown his entire life. Now, at age 73, that moment has finally arrived. Charles, the oldest person to ever assume the British throne, became King Charles...

Live updates: Queen Elizabeth II has died, tributes pour in

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 21:10 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

U.S. presidents past and present expressed their condolences over the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden said in a statement that...

10 things to know about Queen Elizabeth II’s life

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 20:01 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

Ten things to know about the life of Queen Elizabeth II: BRITAIN'S LONGEST-REIGNING MONARCH Elizabeth, who marked 70 years on the throne this year, is the oldest and longest-reigning monarch...

Formal steps after instant shift from UK queen to king

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 19:57 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

The British monarchy’s rules state that “a new sovereign succeeds to the throne as soon as his or her predecessor dies.” That means Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest son, Prince...

European Central Bank makes largest-ever interest rate hike

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 16:32 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

The European Central Bank made its largest-ever interest rate increase Thursday, following the U.S. Federal Reserve and other central banks in a global stampede of rapid rate hikes meant to...

Queen Elizabeth II under medical care amid health fears

Thursday, 8 September 2022, 15:20 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

Queen Elizabeth II has been placed under medical supervision because doctors are “concerned for Her Majesty’s health," Buckingham Palace said Thursday, as members of the royal family...

Is Covid-19 winding down? Scientists say no

Tuesday, 6 September 2022, 21:21 Last update: about 5 years ago Associated Press

Is the coronavirus on its way out? You might think so. New, updated booster shots are being rolled out to better protect against the variants circulating now. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control...

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