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'Long Live the King!' The best moments from King Charles' historic coronation
Fp Staff •After a long wait, King Charles and Camilla were coronated in a dazzling ceremony. This is the first coronation in Britain in 70 years and only the second to be televised. If you missed it, here's a recap of the best moments from the event
King Charles Coronation Updates: King Charles III formally crowned
Fp Staff •Following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, Charles III instantly became King
No uniform, no balcony appearance: How Harry was snubbed at coronation
Fp Explainers •It will be one of the most talked-about photos of the day. After the coronation, the Royal Family appeared on the famous Buckingham Palace balcony. But Prince Harry was not seen standing next to his father King Charles and his brother Prince William. Why?
Coronation and Celebrations: Indians at the historic ceremony
Fp Explainers •As King Charles was coronated, some famous Indians were invited to London. Representing the Indian government was Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who was accompanied by his wife Sudesh. The UK First Lady Askhata Murty was at Westminster Abbey; actor Sonam Kapoor will attend the coronation concert
Inside Westminster Abbey, the heart of British monarchy, and site of King Charles’ coronation
Fp Explainers •King Charles’ coronation at Westminster Abbey follows tradition. The church has been the site of 16 royal weddings, the resting ground of 18 monarchs and has served as the venue for 39 coronations. It is the place where Queen Elizabeth II was crowned as well as where her funeral was held
Breaking Tradition: Why Kate Middleton might ditch the tiara for King Charles' coronation
Fp Explainers •For the coronation of King Charles III, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton could go against tradition and skip the tiara in favour of something far more casual. She could favour petals over jewels 'setting a particular tone and showing the King’s reverence for nature'
Explained: The who's who at King Charles' coronation and the role they will play
•The coronation of King Charles III will feature a vast array of characters, each with roles steeped in history — some of which have been tweaked to fit the 21st Century
Mumbai’s dabbawalas are gearing up for King Charles’ coronation: How this friendship has blossomed over years
Fp Explainers •King Charles III has a strong connection with Mumbai, one he has not forgotten. The city's famous dabbawalas have received an invitation to the 6 May coronation in London. They will go bearing gifts: a Puneri Pagadi and a shawl for their royal (and loyal) friend
Long Live the King: Behind-the-scene moments as Britain readies for King Charles’ grand coronation
Fp Staff •Eight days before the historic coronation ceremony of King Charles III, the final preparations have started at Westminster Abbey, London. Staff members set up the chairs inside, add any necessary hangings and decorations, and construct the dais that serves as the coronation theatre
King Charles III's coronation is less than a month away: Here's what we know
•The early May coronation weekend will feature a star-studded concert, nationwide 'big lunch' and volunteering initiative, as well as the traditional ceremony and royal processions