Tag: royalty

New research adds to pressure on British monarchy over historical ties to slavery

International August 11, 2025 at 16:55

New research shows that Britain's King George IV, who ruled for a decade until 1830, personally profited from enslaved labour on Grenadian plantations, a...

ON THIS DAY: Henry VIII ascends to the English throne

On this Day April 22, 2025 at 17:00

22 April 1509 On this day in 1509, Henry VIII became King of England at the age of just 17, following the death of his...

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ON THIS DAY: Eiffel Tower officially opens in Paris (1889)

March 31, 2026 at 16:44

Italy rejects US aircraft to use Sicily base for weapons transport

International March 31, 2026 at 16:36

Sigonella base restricted by treaty Italy has denied US military...

Trump tells allies to “just take” oil from Hormuz

International March 31, 2026 at 16:28

US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting...

Drousiotis names officials in paedophilia and corruption allegations

Cyprus March 31, 2026 at 16:18

Controversial social media post targets politicians and judges Writer and...

Silicon Valley giant to open Cyprus Innovation Centre

Cyprus March 31, 2026 at 16:10

Major step for Cyprus as regional innovation hub Silicon Valley...