Tag: royal

King Charles makes big royal change after years of controversy

At Tuesday’s State Banquet for the visiting Japanese royals, Queen Camilla debuted King Charles’ family order, a portrait of the monarch traditionally worn by female members of the royal family. The tradition dates back to the 1820s in the time of King George IV, and usually these were made out of ivory. However, given the […]

As Royal Ascot kicks off, this is the evolution of racing fashion

Since its inception, race-day fashion has been as integral to Royal Ascot as its horses. The Ascot Racecourse was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne. For decades, it’s been a highlight of the fashion calendar, giving royals and British socialites the opportunity to show off their style. Here’s how the fashion has evolved over the […]

Royal Mail owner accepts £3.57bn takeover offer from Czech billionaire

The owner of the British postal service Royal Mail, International Distribution Services, said it has agreed to a £3.57 billion (€4.2 billion) takeover offer from Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky’s EP Group. The offer would see EP Group buy IDS for 370p per share, while offering a series of “contractual commitments and intentions” to protect public […]

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra indicted for royal defamation

Thai prosecutors have said former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will be indicted for defaming the monarchy, three months after he was freed on parole on other charges. He will not be immediately arrested after filing a postponement request on Wednesday after contracting Covid-19. Prayuth Bejraguna, spokesperson for the Office of the Attorney General, said at […]