Tag: royalty

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

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

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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Italy rejects US aircraft to use Sicily base for weapons transport

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

Trump tells allies to “just take” oil from Hormuz

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

Drousiotis names officials in paedophilia and corruption allegations

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

Silicon Valley giant to open Cyprus Innovation Centre

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