LIVE Coverage of King Charles III's Coronation: Londoners Express Joy as Procession Passes Through the City
Witness Live : King Charles III's Coronation with 2,000 Distinguished Guests including World Leaders and Royals
On May 6, the much-awaited coronation ceremony of King Charles III and his wife Queen Consort Camilla will be held in the UK. King Charles III, along with his elder son Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton, greeted well-wishers near Buckingham Palace ahead of the event. The ceremony is expected to be a "slimmed-down" affair due to COVID-19 restrictions, with only 2,000 guests, including political leaders, members of the royal family, and celebrities, in attendance.
As the world turns its attention to the British monarchy, many are reflecting on the recent changes that have taken place within the royal family. These changes include Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepping down as senior royals and the passing away of Queen Elizabeth II, the country's longest-reigning monarch. The coronation of King Charles III marks the beginning of a new chapter for the British monarchy, and many are watching with anticipation to see what lies ahead.
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- King Charles coronation ceremony scheduled for May 6
- King Charles greeted well-wishers with Prince William and Kate Middleton
- Ceremony will have 2,000 guests, including political leaders and celebrities
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What is the reason behind King Charles III's coronation?
According to royal historian Alice Hunt, coronation is not a necessary ritual, and no other monarchy in the world has a similar event. However, it has endured as a way to authenticate the monarch publicly.
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King Charles III coronation welcomes Indian-origin chef Manju Malhi as guest chef
Manju Malhi, an Indian-origin chef, is set to attend King Charles III's coronation ceremony as one of the few recipients of the British Empire Medal (BEM) who will be seated at Westminster Abbey in London.
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A Royal Admirer Invites King Charles to Stay Overnight in Her Tent, His Response Surprises Many
During a royal meet-and-greet, a fan from Australia greeted King Charles and thanked him for his visit. King Charles acknowledged the encounter, and then inquired whether she was camping nearby. The fan confirmed that she was, and even invited the king to visit her tent in the night. King Charles laughed heartily at her invitation.
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Jill Biden to represent United States at King Charles' coronation ceremony
During her visit to London to represent the United States at King Charles' coronation, US first lady Jill Biden had the opportunity to meet Akshata Murty, the wife of British PM Rishi Sunak.
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Exploring the Legacy of Coronations: A Historical Overview
Westminster Abbey in London has been the traditional venue for the coronation of every monarch of England and Britain since 1066. The coronation ceremony at the Abbey has remained largely unchanged over the centuries, with kings and queens being crowned in a grand ceremony.
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50 Years of Love and Loyalty: King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla's Enduring Relationship
As the coronation ceremony of King Charles III approaches, the world's attention turns to the royal couple and their enduring relationship that has lasted for over five decades. From their first meeting in 1970 to their private wedding ceremony 18 years ago, Charles and Camilla have withstood public scrutiny and weathered many challenges together. As they embark on this new chapter of their lives, the King and Queen Consort continue to inspire admiration and fascination in people all over the world.