Who is next in line for the British throne? UK royal succession line explained
Here are brief details of the rules of succession for the British monarch.
Sun Sep 10 2023
South Africans call for UK to return diamonds set in crown jewels
The diamond, which weighs 530 carats, was discovered in South Africa in 1905 and presented to the British monarchy by the colonial govt.
Thu May 04 2023
Helen Mirren: Starring in 'Golda' like playing British monarch
For Helen Mirren, playing Israel's only female prime minister, Golda Meir, was not unlike a role as a British monarch.
Tue Feb 21 2023
Quebec wants to end politicians mandatory oath to King Charles
Canada is a member of the Commonwealth, made up mostly of former empire countries that have or had the British monarch as head of state.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Queen Elizabeth II: The biggest constant in an ever-changing world
For many, Queen Elizabeth II was the only British monarch they have ever known. Now the UK enters a new era with her heir taking the throne.
Fri Sep 09 2022
Malaysia extends condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Malaysia has extended sincere condolences to the British monarch's family, the people and the government of the United Kingdom (UK) on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Fri Sep 09 2022
Queen Elizabeth II: Record breaker
Elizabeth has reigned for 70 years and nearly four months - longer than any other monarch in British history.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Britons party for the Queen - but not the monarchy
The organisers of the Jubilee pageant hope the event will bring the nation together and showcase the country's diverse cultures.
Fri May 20 2022
Queen Elizabeth begins celebrations to mark 70 years on throne
Elizabeth kicks off celebrations of her platinum jubilee, a first for a British monarch.
Sun Feb 06 2022
Platinum jubilee: The British monarchy has been in and out of public favour for 200 years
Fluctuations in the monarchy's popularity, and of individual royals, are often rooted in how the monarch represents the cultural values.
Sat Feb 05 2022
A royal rest: Queen Elizabeth told by doctors to take a break
She had decided to rest for the next few days on advice from doctors and cancelled a planned visit to Northern Ireland.
Wed Oct 20 2021
British 'barbarians' need manners lesson, says China paper in rudeness row
The remarks made headlines worldwide on Wednesday but initially they were largely censored in China, blacked out of BBC World transmissions, according to the British broadcaster.
Thu May 12 2016
Queen calls Chinese delegation 'very rude'
Queen Elizabeth II was caught on camera describing some Chinese officials as "very rude" in a rare diplomatic gaffe by the long-serving British monarch over a state visit that drummed up billions.
Wed May 11 2016
From stuffy to selfies: Elizabeth II tries to change with the times
There's a new kind of creeping respect for the way Queen Elizabeth II has stayed the same, always done her duty, still keeping the show on the road.
Sun Sep 06 2015
Balotelli demands 'kiss' reward from Queen
Italy striker Mario Balotelli joked on Thursday that if his side rescue England's chances of World Cup qualification by beating Costa Rica, he expects a kiss from British monarch Queen Elizabeth II.
Fri Jun 20 2014