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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
King Charles Marks Royal First Amid Cancer Battle as Queen Camilla Receives New Title
marked a major royal first amid his cancer battle as received a new title. On May 25, the British monarchs embarked on a trip to Canada—King Charles' first since taking over the throne after his mother, , died in 2022. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Originally, King Charles was set to travel to the Great White North in 2024. His trip was postponed, however, after he was diagnosed with cancer. "His Majesty has visited Canada 19 times previously, and Her Majesty five times, although this is The King's first visit as Sovereign," a May 21 Instagram update read. On May 26, the royal family's official Instagram account shared a photo from King Charles and Queen Camilla's Canada trip—specifically, the moment Camilla was honored with a new title amid her husband's health journey. "This afternoon, The Queen was sworn in as a member of the Canadian Privy Council," the post revealed. "In the presence of The King, the Governor-General and the Prime Minister, The Queen participated in a private ceremony." The update explained, "The Privy Council is a group of people who advise The King on issues of importance to Canada." In the comments, royal fans reacted to the news. One Instagram user wrote, "Huge congratulations to Her Majesty ❤️." Another shared, "Congratulations and God Bless you to Queen Camilla, lovely picture of all of them 😍😊." Meanwhile, someone else commented, "Wonderful- Queen Camilla deserves this 💕." Next: King Charles Marks Royal First Amid Cancer Battle as Queen Camilla Receives New Title first appeared on Parade on May 27, 2025
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
King Charles Arrives in North America amid Ongoing Rift with Prince Harry
King Charles and Queen Camilla touched down in Ottawa as they begin a two-day royal visit It is Charles' first trip to Canada as Sovereign since ascending the throne in 20222 The visit comes amid ongoing tensions with his son Prince Harry, who lives in CaliforniaKing Charles is kicking off his first visit to North America since becoming Sovereign amid lingering tensions with his son, Prince Harry. The 76-year-old monarch and Queen Camilla, 77, arrived in Ottawa, Canada, on May 26 for a whirlwind visit lasting less than 24 hours as the monarch continues weekly cancer treatments. Just as King Charles touched down on the same continent where his son lives, Harry quietly traveled to Shanghai, China, for a surprise appearance at a global travel and tourism conference. The Duke of Sussex, 40, lives in Montecito, California, with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their two children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Earlier this month, Harry spoke with BBC News just hours after losing a legal challenge over his downgraded U.K. security, which was reduced after he stepped back as a working royal in 2020. "I would love reconciliation with my family. There's no point in continuing to fight anymore," the Duke of Sussex said. "Life is precious. I don't know how much longer my father has," he added, referencing King Charles' cancer diagnosis. "He won't speak to me because of this security stuff, but it would be nice to reconcile." Prince Harry has argued that as head of state, his father could help restore the security he is fighting for — a notion the palace has denied. Unlike previous royal visits, Charles' trip to Canada will be brief. This marks King Charles' twentieth visit to Canada and Queen Camilla's sixth. Given the short timing, Charles has plans to get right to work upon his arrival in Canada, starting with a community event where the couple will meet Canadians representing organizations from across the country. Next, the King will hold an audience with Governor General Mary Simon before meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Later in the day, Queen Camilla was expected to be sworn in as a member of the Canadian Privy Council. No royal visit would be complete without a symbolic tree planting. The couple is set to plant a commemorative tree at Rideau Hall, the official residence of the governor general, near the sugar maple they planted there in 2017. The day concludes with a reception honoring Canada's 10 provincial lieutenant governors and three territorial commissioners. The centerpiece of the visit comes on May 27, when Charles — Canada's Head of State — attends the State Opening of Parliament alongside Queen Camilla. He will then deliver the Speech from the Throne in the Senate Chamber. This marks only the second time a Sovereign has opened Canada's Parliament — following his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, who did so in October 1957. The occasion is being viewed as 'a significant moment between the Head of State and the Canadian people,' as it will be just the third time in history that a King delivers the Speech from the Throne. In doing so, Charles will draw on more than five decades of public service and diplomatic experience. As he delivers the Speech from the Throne, the King must reflect the policies and priorities of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney—demonstrating his solidarity with the government and the people of the nation he serves as Head of State. At the same time, Charles must carefully navigate diplomatic sensitivities to avoid straining the U.K.'s relationship with its other key North American ally — the United States. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent election victory was widely seen as a rejection of President Donald Trump's agenda, particularly his push for higher tariffs and his controversial remarks suggesting Canada could become the '51st state.' Indeed, Carney has said that Canadians were not impressed by the U.K.'s invitation to President Trump for a second state visit, the BBC reported. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! As part of their preparations for the visit, Charles and Camilla visited Canada House in London on May 20, with Charles receiving a key to the building similar to the one given to King George V when Canada House first opened in 1925. Read the original article on People
Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
Charles lands in Canada for whistlestop visit amid country's tensions with Trump
King Charles and Queen Camilla have kicked off their whistlestop trip to Canada, which has been described as a sign of strength and support for the country amid a war of words with Donald Trump. The royal couple landed in Ottawa this evening marking the first time that Charles has been on Canadian soil since he became King and head of state of the country. The King and Queen were greeted by Canadian Mounties and flag waving schoolchildren. The Queen wore a pale pink fringed Anna Valentine coat dress, Chanel shoes and, in a diplomatic nod to her hosts, a diamond maple leaf brooch, which was originally a gift from King George VI to the Queen Mother. Schoolchildren from Ontario and Quebec joined dignitaries including the Governor General, prime minister Carney and representatives of Canada's three indigenous groups, to welcome the King and Queen before they were taken to a local park to kick off a community event. Senior aides at Buckingham Palace said although the visit was indeed short at just two days, the King would hope its impact would be felt deeply by Canadians amid rising tensions with the United States. Later today, the King will hold audiences with Canada's first indigenous Governor General, Mary Simon, the King's representative in Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney, and there will be a short ceremony to swear in Camilla as a member of the Canadian Privy Council. Charles and Camilla's events will conclude today with a short reception for lieutenant governors from Canada's 10 provinces and the territorial commissioners from the three territories. The trip comes in the wake of verbal aggression from US President Donald Trump, who claimed that Canada should become the 51st state of America, prompting outrage. When new when Canadian PM Mr Carney met Trump at the White House in the days after his election victory last month, he told him in no uncertain terms Canada is "not for sale". However, the unprecedented trip, which will be Charles' first to Canada as King, will also see him walk a diplomatic tightrope. He faces the difficult task of balancing his duties as Canada's head of state and his role in Keir Starmer's attempt at maintaining strong relations between the UK and the US. The centrepiece of the trip to Canada will be tomorrow (Tuesday) when Charles and Camilla will attend the state opening of parliament, similar to the UK parliament's opening ceremony but without the formality or royal regalia found in Britain. They will travel to the state openingin the 1902 State Landau carriage, while Charles will sit on a throne carved from a walnut tree from Windsor Great Park. The late Queen was the first sovereign to deliver a speech at the state opening of the Canadian parliament in October 1957, her first visit to the country as head of state. During their two-day trip, Charles will become only the second monarch, after Queen Elizabeth II, to attend the state opening of Canada's parliament and deliver the speech setting out the government's legislative agenda. Charles will be delivering the words of the Canadian government, similar to a UK State opening of parliament, but commentators will be looking for any veiled references to Trump. The King istravelling with his wife less than a month after former Bank of England governor Mark Carney's Liberal Party election victory, fuelled in part by its opposition to the US leader. Mr Carney's rival, populist Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, was in the lead until Mr Trump took aim at Canada with a trade war and threats to annex the country as the 51st state, comments denounced by the ex-governor. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson commenting about the trip has said: "The King and Queen are very much looking forward to the programme, mindful that it is a short visit but hopefully an impactful one." Steven Guilbeault, Canada's minister of identity and culture, said: "His Majesty's delivery of the Speech from the Throne to open the 45th Parliament is a momentous occasion, one that brings Canadians together in celebration of our rich history, our democracy and the institutions that serve us all. "This visit offers an opportunity to showcase the special relationship between Canada and the Crown, while also highlighting the strength, diversity and unity that define us on the world stage." As the royals get back to their normal duties after a difficult year, the Mirror has launched its very own Royal WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news on the UK's most famous family. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. 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ITV News
26-05-2025
- Politics
- ITV News
King Charles makes first trip to Canada as head of state for 'impactful' tour
The King will arrive in Canada later on his first trip to the country as its head of state, for a short but 'impactful' tour with the Queen. During their two-day trip, Charles will become only the second monarch, after Queen Elizabeth II, to attend the state opening of Canada's parliament and deliver the speech setting out the government's legislative agenda. Charles will be delivering the words of the Canadian government, similar to a UK State opening of parliament, but commentators will be looking for any veiled references to US President Donald Trump. The King will be travelling with his wife less than a month after former Bank of England governor Mark Carney's Liberal Party election victory, fuelled in part by its opposition to the US leader. Mr Carney's rival, populist Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, was in the lead until Mr Trump took aim at Canada with a trade war and threats to annex the country as the 51st state, comments denounced by the ex-governor. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson commenting about the trip has said: 'The King and Queen are very much looking forward to the programme, mindful that it is a short visit but hopefully an impactful one.' The visit begins with the King and his wife celebrating the country's cultural heritage and diversity at a community event in the capital Ottawa at Lansdowne Park. Later that day, the King will hold audiences with Canada's first indigenous Governor General Mary Simon, the King's representative in Canada, Prime Minister Mr Carney and there will be a short ceremony to swear in Camilla as a member of the Canadian Privy Council. Events will conclude for Charles and Camilla with a short reception for lieutenant governors, from Canada's 10 Canadian provinces, and the territorial commissioners from the three territories. The centrepiece of the trip falls on Tuesday when the royal couple will attend the state opening of parliament, similar to the UK parliament's opening ceremony but without the formality or royal regalia found in Britain. The late queen was the first sovereign to deliver the speech at the state opening of the Canadian parliament on October 1957, her first visit to the country as head of state. Steven Guilbeault, Canada's minister of identity and culture, said: 'His Majesty's delivery of the Speech from the Throne to open the 45th Parliament is a momentous occasion, one that brings Canadians together in celebration of our rich history, our democracy and the institutions that serve us all. 'This visit offers an opportunity to showcase the special relationship between Canada and the Crown, while also highlighting the strength, diversity and unity that define us on the world stage.'
North Wales Chronicle
26-05-2025
- Politics
- North Wales Chronicle
Charles' visit to Canada to begin with celebration of country's culture and diversity
During their two-day trip, Charles will become only the second monarch, after Queen Elizabeth II, to attend the state opening of Canada's parliament and deliver the speech setting out the government's legislative agenda. Charles will be delivering the words of the Canadian government, similar to a UK State opening of parliament, but commentators will be looking for any veiled references to US President Donald Trump. The King will be travelling with his wife less than a month after former Bank of England governor Mark Carney's Liberal Party election victory, fuelled in part by its opposition to the US leader. Mr Carney's rival, populist Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, was in the lead until Mr Trump took aim at Canada with a trade war and threats to annex the country as the 51st state, comments denounced by the ex-governor. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson commenting about the trip has said: 'The King and Queen are very much looking forward to the programme, mindful that it is a short visit but hopefully an impactful one.' The visit begins with the King and his wife celebrating the country's cultural heritage and diversity at a community event in the capital Ottawa at Lansdowne Park. Later that day, the King will hold audiences with Canada's first indigenous Governor General Mary Simon, the King's representative in Canada, Prime Minister Mr Carney and there will be a short ceremony to swear in Camilla as a member of the Canadian Privy Council. Events will conclude for Charles and Camilla with a short reception for lieutenant governors, from Canada's 10 Canadian provinces, and the territorial commissioners from the three territories. The centrepiece of the trip falls on Tuesday when the royal couple will attend the state opening of parliament, similar to the UK parliament's opening ceremony but without the formality or royal regalia found in Britain. The late queen was the first sovereign to deliver the speech at the state opening of the Canadian parliament on October 1957, her first visit to the country as head of state. Steven Guilbeault, Canada's minister of identity and culture, said: 'His Majesty's delivery of the Speech from the Throne to open the 45th Parliament is a momentous occasion, one that brings Canadians together in celebration of our rich history, our democracy and the institutions that serve us all. 'This visit offers an opportunity to showcase the special relationship between Canada and the Crown, while also highlighting the strength, diversity and unity that define us on the world stage.'
