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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October 26, 2026 at 10:07

Lythrodontas to host new festival with vintage market, workshops and live music

Check In Cyprus October 26, 2026 at 09:52

Farmers Fest Cyprus will bring a day of shopping,...

Election results in Serbia see student movement bring down Vučić

International October 26, 2026 at 09:37

Vučić concedes defeat after historic vote Serbia's long-standing leader Aleksandar...

Turkey issues NAVTEX linked to gas pipeline to occupied Cyprus

Cyprus October 26, 2026 at 09:35

Turkey has issued a new NAVTEX for subsea surveys...

PHOTO: Fake police officer scams citizens by issuing fines

Cyprus October 26, 2026 at 09:24

Police are investigating reports of a man allegedly posing...