The King and Queen are leading the charge to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day Janine Henni is a Royals Staff Writer for PEOPLE Digital, covering modern monarchies and the world's most famous families. Like Queen Elizabeth, she loves horses and a great tiara moment. The Princess of Wales opted to wear a gold winged RAF brooch for the occasion, thought to be a tribute to a deep family connection to the events. Some saw it as a nod to Kate Middleton's paternal grandfather Peter Middleton, who served as a fighter pilot during the Second World War.  Fergie is rarely seen at official royal engagements, but she joined King Charles and Queen Camilla after an appearance at the family's Easter Sunday celebrations The Princess of Wales with Princess Charlotte He also had his own connection to the royal family; he flew from South America to London Heathrow with Prince Philip on board in October 1966. He acted as co-pilot on a number of flights for the late Duke of Edinburgh during his two-month tour of South America, where he visited British factories, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca. He met Prince William for the first time on his 90th birthday in 2010, dying later that year just days before the Prince and Princess announced their engagement. Meanwhile, Queen Camilla wore the 12th Royal Lancers Brooch, the regiment of her late father Major Bruce Shand, pinned to the lapel of her royal blue coat. Major Shand graduated from Sandhurst, joining the 12th Royal Lancers in 1937. He would later win the Military Cross for valour, with the citation detailing his ‘skill and great daring’ and how, by 'the fearless manoeuvring of his troop, he covered the withdrawal of a column in the face of fire from four enemy tanks'. The 89-year-old Duke of Kent, cousin of the late Queen Elizabeth II, is the oldest working senior British royal. In a recent interview, however, his daughter, Lady Helen Taylor, cautioned royal watchers that the Duke's body is slowing down Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. The royal couple will attend the state opening of Canada’s parliament during their trip I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice The King and Queen are to visit Canada for the first time since their coronation, Buckingham Palace has announced The royal couple will attend the state opening of the nation’s parliament among other highlights Charles is Canada’s head of state and will be travelling to the country with his wife less than a month after former Bank of England governor Mark Carney’s Liberal Party election victory. populist Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre was in the lead until US President Donald Trump took aim at Canada with a trade war and threats to annex the country as the 51st state Buckingham Palace said: “The King and Queen will visit Canada from Monday 26th to Tuesday 27th May “The King, accompanied by the Queen, will attend the state opening of the Parliament of Canada, in Ottawa.” The Prince and Princess of Wales released a new image to celebrate the occasion Charlotte has been pictured sat on a grassy bank with hills in the background, and appears to be taking a break during a hike in Cumbria earlier this year. The princess was snapped on an iPhone by Kate, a keen amateur photographer who regularly takes images of her children to mark official occasions. Cumbria is famed for its Lake District scenery and the young royal is dressed for a day walking in the hills, wearing a camouflage jacket by hunting and shooting brand Jack Pyke and a sturdy rucksack. The image of the smiling princess was posted on William and Kate’s official social media accounts with the words “Happy 10th Birthday Princess Charlotte!” alongside a heart emoji and a picture credit for the Princess of Wales. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies {"adUnitPath":"71347885/_main_independent/gallery","autoGallery":true,"disableAds":false,"gallery":[{"data":{"title":"Royal Tour of Italy – Day Four","description":"Charles and Camilla","caption":"Charles and Camilla will travel to Canada in May Charles and Camilla will travel to Canada in May govt and politics/government/parliament"},{"score":0.702399,"label":"/society/social institution/divorce"},{"score":0.696126,"label":"/law govt and politics/government/heads of state"},{"score":0.620161,"label":"/law They Reveal What Few Know About Queen Camilla | Europa PressNews 'It's Been a...': They Reveal What Few Know About Camilla, Wife of Charles III Over the years, Camilla Parker Bowles has had to face constant public judgment by Another Take04/05/2025 17:12:00h In a moment of personal and family reflection two significant voices from Queen Camilla's closest circle have decided to share their emotions the writer and food critic Tom Parker Bowles has offered a nostalgic look at his childhood a deeply human side by reflecting on his illness and sending a message of hope Both testimonies coincide at a time when the British royal family is undergoing a full transformation Few Know What the Real Camilla Is Like | Europa PressThey Reveal What Few Know About Queen CamillaIn a conversation with presenter Gabby Logan Tom Parker Bowles spoke openly about his relationship with his parents and the passage of time "Your parents matter," he asserted emphatically Camilla's eldest son confessed that he values more than ever what his parents the queen and Brigadier Andrew Parker Bowles "We are also there for them," he commented alluding to the role they now play as adults in their care Parker Bowles also fondly referred to his mother's role in the domestic sphere marked by moments around the table and a present and close mother The Queen's son has surprised by speaking about his mother | Europa Press"She has been a great mother to us," he stated Although he acknowledges that in youth one tends to take parents for granted he now sees himself reflected in his own teenage children "They only call to say: Can you give me money was deeply altered when the relationship between Camilla and the then Prince of Wales came to light Tom remembers those years as a difficult period I remember high-speed chases on the M4 that were incredibly dangerous," he confessed It was a period of great tension for the whole family marked by constant media exposure and the absence of protection Camilla has been heavily criticized her entire life | Europa PressKing Charles III Sends a Message of HopeMeanwhile King Charles III has shared a personal message related to his cancer diagnosis he encouraged patients to draw inspiration from figures like the late activist Dame Deborah James In one of his most emotional reflections to date the monarch thanked healthcare professionals for their work during cancer treatments "That the darkest moments of the illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion," he wrote in the midst of a period of introspection and resilience the British royal family reveals its most human side ➡️ News Prince of Wales on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to view the fly past featuring the Royal Air Force's Red Arrows Queen Camilla and Prince William showcased their affectionate bond as they stood on the Buckingham Palace balcony together during VE Day celebration Queen Camilla and Prince William, Prince of Wales speak as they attend the 2024 Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on March 11, 2024 During the flypast, Camilla and Prince William could be seen exchanging a few words, with the father-of-three leaning in to speak with his stepmother. The royal smiled warmly at the Queen as they spoke, before looking up to watch the flypast side by side. In recent years, the Queen and the Prince and Princess of Wales appear to have grown closer, particularly amidst the King's recent cancer battle. The food writer, who has previously spoken about the dangers of growing up in the public eye, described Queen Camilla as a ‘great mum’ with Jennie Bond saying they had become ‘unlikely allies’ Prince of Wales smile as they attend day two of Royal Ascot 2024 at Ascot Racecourse ‘Their teams will be working more closely to coordinate diaries and cover the engagements that have been planned, and Camilla and William are bound to have been in much closer regular contact.’ The return of the Princess's engagement ring, a touching nod to the Wales children, and a possible gift from Prince William: Kate Middleton's choice of jewellery in the Isle of Mull is a symbolic treasure trove he has tried to keep clear boundaries between the crown and his family has chosen a different path since he left his royal duties Every step they take apart seems to widen the emotional distance between them a new interview with Harry has brought back to public opinion a topic that seemed closed The Duke of Sussex's words have been interpreted by many as a personal reproach the response has been firm and without room for double readings The Distance Between Charles III and Harry Keeps Growing | en.edatv.news STILLFXA Harry Interview That Reopens the WoundHarry publicly lamented the lack of contact with his father "The king doesn't want to talk to me because of this security issue," he declared on the BBC "I don't want to keep fighting with a father I don't know how much time he has left." the stance was clear in response to the repercussion of his words "The king has always considered this a matter that his Government and courts should solve," sources explained to The Sun They added that intervening would be "constitutionally inappropriate." Charles III's discomfort wasn't limited to the institutional level "What has frustrated and disturbed him on a more personal level is that the duke hasn't respected this principle," they stated They also criticize that "his supporters suggest that his father doesn't care about his family." Camilla can't intervene in the relationship between Charles III and Prince Harry | Europa PressReconciliation Increasingly DistantDespite his words of openness Harry doesn't seem to be succeeding in reconnecting with his family Historian Kate Williams opined that the conflict has become deeper "It's full of anger and resentment," she assured in statements collected by The Sun The expert also doubted that the bond will recover soon "I had hoped there could be reconciliation but it's clear that even though Harry says it he doesn't see that he can achieve it now," she said Camilla remains on the sidelines and unable to intervene The official statement makes it clear that the Royal House has closed ranks neither time nor words have been enough to change the course The royal couple's team used some popular emojis Queen Camilla reflected on the war time in a moving conversation with Second World War veteran Douglas Cracknell the British Royal Family took to its official Instagram handle to share a clip from the Queen Consort’s meeting with the WWII hero The Queen sat down with veteran Douglas Cracknell at Clarence House ahead of #VEDay80 commemorations,” the Royals captioned “Douglas was awarded the Legion d’Honneur for his service during the Second World War when he served as a rifleman in the 5th Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry.” Buckingham Palace also revealed that Queen Camilla’s father was a veteran and received the Military Cross twice for his actions at Dunkirk and in North Africa Queen Camilla asked Douglas whether or not he talked about the war after coming back “But I think really it should be talked about,” agreeing to which Camilla said “So that the younger ones know what exactly we went through,” stated the WWII hero King Charles and Queen Camilla kicked off the VE Day celebrations by leading the members of the Royal Family outside Buckingham Palace The Royal Couple was joined by the Prince and Princess of Wales The TimesThe Queen has told a veteran that her father was shot in the face during the Second World War but never spoke about his experiences afterwards who has just been awarded the Légion d’honneur by the French government Camilla said: “My father who was at El Alamein was shot at and the bullet went in one side of his face and came out the other And he was so lucky because it didn’t hit his teeth or his tongue.” The exchange, filmed at Clarence House and broadcast as part of the BBC’s VE Day commemoration coverage, showed the Queen reading a passage from the diary kept by her father, Major Bruce Shand Registered in England No. 894646. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. WATCH NOW: Royal Family to celebrate VE Day. King Charles and Queen Camilla are beginning Royal Family celebrations to mark VE Day today There will be a contingent of Royal Family members based on the Queen Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace to watch a procession down The Mall from Whitehall in honour of those who served during World War Two the Royal Family will return to Buckingham Palace before appearing on the balcony to watch a flypast Veterans will watch the flypast from the gardens of Buckingham Palace with the Prime Minister and other senior guests VE Day: Full list of Royal Family members showing up to support King Charles and Queen Camilla are joining the Royal Family celebrations today to mark VE Day starting with the flypast at Buckingham Palace These specific royals will additionally be joining a tea party at Buckingham Palace later this afternoon The reception will welcome around 50 veterans and people who lived through World War Two – now supported by the Royal British Legion – including British and Commonwealth Armed Forces veterans Special Operations Executives and those who contributed to the war effort on the home front Prince Edward and Sophie will be present at Buckingham Palace today The Marble Corridor of Buckingham Palace will be decorated in bunting made from fabrics recycled from the royal estates It has not yet been confirmed if the Prince and Princess of Wales will be joined by their three children it has not been confirmed if the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will be accompanied by their children Louise is currently a student at the University of St Andrews so she is likely currently prepping for her exams Timothy Laurence and the Princess Royal will support the King and Queen today Non-working royals like Zara Tindall and Princess Eugenie will be absent today The royals present on today's Buckingham Palace balcony appearance will be strictly limited to working members and his daughters were present on Easter Sunday to support the King at church Buckingham Palace balcony appearances have prioritised solely working royals and their children SUPPORT OUR JOURNALISM: Please consider donating to keep our website running and free for all - thank you The King and Queen have led commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by the Royal Family for a spectacular military parade in London as days of events got under way to mark 80 years since World War Two came to an end in Europe Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis joined their parents as they took their seats in a special dais at the Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace where the royals joined WW2 veterans to watch the procession German NATO soldiers marched alongside their British counterparts in the parade King Charles and Queen Camilla led the Royal Family in greeting the veterans as they took their places on the stage Those who had served in World War Two were given front row seats with the Royal Family sitting in between them and chatting with them throughout the procession were there along with the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh The Duke of Kent also joined the royal party with George Charlotte and Louis taking particular care to greet the 88 year old the Royal Family appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to watch a flypast led by the Red Arrows The veterans were invited to take their relations into the gardens of the Palace to see the flypast the Royal Family hosted a tea party for them inside the Palace with Prince George making a surprise appearance chatted happily with the veterans and was heard asking lots of questions VE Day was declared on May 8 1945 as hostilities in Europe came to an end spoke to the nation on VE Day and appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace alongside Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother) and their two daughters The Royal Family just celebrated the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day As the Britain honours the end of World War II King Charles and Queen Camilla marked the significant event of the country alongside close and senior members of the family In the official post on the Instagram account of the family the first picture can be seen as a collage of a throwback picture from the celebration picture of 1945 and a snap from today joined the event and were commended by the royals for putting on a “spectacular flypast.” King Charles and Prince William could be seen dressed in their standard ceremonial military uniforms who was recently diagnosed with cancer but has made significant recovery Kate Middleton also attended the event along with her three children a video was also uploaded on the social media platform providing insights into the celebration of VE Day It featured a march by the members of the military and showed the King waving at the many fans in attendance along with his spouse who wore an elegant royal blue dress with a matching hat The highlights were captioned as: “More from VE Day celebrations at the Queen Victoria Memorial and the balcony of Buckingham Palace” Queen Camilla was visibly moved as she shared a heartfelt sentiment with a veteran speaking of her deep respect and love for those who served to protect their families and nation during World War II The 77-year-old Queen voice trembled slightly during an emotional discussion paying a special tribute to her own father The video of Camilla's heartbreaking admission was shared by the royal family on its official Instagram accounts with a statement The Palace wrote alongside the video: "The Queen sat down with veteran Douglas Cracknell at Clarence House ahead of #VEDay80 commemorations." The statement continued: "Douglas was awarded the Legion d’Honneur for his service during the Second World War when he served as a rifleman in the 5th Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry." was also a veteran and received the Military Cross twice for his actions at Dunkirk and in North Africa." The post comes on the day when the UK marked VE Day 80th anniversary with large crowds and military pomp in London Buckingham Palace served as the centrepiece of Monday’s spectacle before Thursday’s anniversary of Victory in Europe Day tribute was paid with a 1,300-strong military procession other senior royals and prime minister Keir Starmer watching the touching tribute from a dais on the Queen Victoria Memorial They were sitting alongside those who had served in the war and who were wrapped up both in their memories and against the spring chill a Buckingham Palace tea party for 30 second world war veterans aged from 98 to 104 and about 20 evacuees and others who lived through the war The royals also enjoyed a flypast of 23 historical and current aircraft including a Lancaster Bomber from the palace balcony to conclude Monday’s official commemorations The 11-year-old young royal took part in the special tea festivity Jenna Ortega's 'Wednesday' season 2 has been teased by the makers Prince Harry dragged through the mud with Thomas Markle comparison Barry Williams opens up about portraying Greg Brady in 'The Brady Bunch' Blake Lively talks about ongoing controversy at 'Another Simple Favor' promotion 'Beautiful Things' singer Benson Boone shares candid moments from his first-ever 'SNL' appearance Copyright © 2025. The News International, All Rights Reserved | Contact Us | Authors The Prince of Wales is making a rare appearance alongside his father the King to support an important association Janine Henni is a Royals Staff Writer for PEOPLE Digital covering modern monarchies and the world's most famous families WATCH NOW: Royal Family to celebrate VE Day A Buckingham Palace aide has issued a new statement ahead of next week's VE Day celebrations expressing the Royal Family's eagerness to participate in the 80th anniversary events The statement emphasises the importance of honouring those who served in World War Two A Buckingham Palace aide told GB News: "The King Queen and other members of The Royal Family are much looking forward to all the week's VE Day events when they will unite with the rest of the nation and those across the Commonwealth and wider world in celebrating commemorating and giving thanks to the wartime generation." The Palace described the wartime generation's "selfless devotion duty and service" as "an enduring example to us all - and must never be forgotten." King Charles and Queen Camilla relishing leading the nation at major events This year's commemorations are being described as the most prominent in years Senior royals will be out in full force for what is considered the last major "living memory" opportunity to mark the occasion King Charles will lead the nation through the most prominent VE Day celebration in years as the Royal Family participates in nationwide tributes The public is being urged to "not forget" the sacrifices made by Second World War veterans Kate and Prince George with the Royal Family on the Buckingham Palace balcony Landmark buildings across the country will be lit up as events are staged to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of the conflict in Europe The Tower of London will unveil a new installation of nearly 30,000 ceramic poppies a Yeoman Warder who stood guard over the late Queen's coffin highlighted the significance of this commemoration "It's important that our veterans are going to be alive for this last one World War Two veterans will be honoured by the Royal Family The 54-year-old former Armed Forces member added: "This is our time to remember that." The commemorative proceedings will begin with actor Timothy Spall reading extracts from Winston Churchill's renowned VE Day victory speech from 1945 This will be followed by 100-year-old Normandy veteran Alan Kennett who will formally begin Monday's procession Kennett will be handed the Commonwealth War Graves' Torch For Peace before the procession of 1,300 members of the Armed Forces commences A military procession will be among the key events marking the occasion An RAF fly-past over Buckingham Palace is also scheduled as part of the celebrations A concert at Horse Guards Parade will further commemorate the historic anniversary These events form part of nationwide tributes taking place across the country to honour those who served The celebrations represent a significant moment to recognise the wartime generation while veterans are still able to participate The Royal Family's participation in these extensive commemorations underscores their commitment to honouring the wartime generation King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla invited special guests at Buckingham Palace after kicking off the four days of celebrations to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day King Charles and Queen Camilla were in good spirits as they hosted a lavish tea party at the Palace in honour of war veterans The royal family's official Instagram account shared the behind-the-scenes video of the preparations of the tea party The stunning clip was captioned: "All set for our very special guests!" It continued: "Royal Household staff have been working hard behind-the-scenes to put on a celebratory tea party for #VEDay veterans." The Palace added: "As well as traditional teatime treats staff have made unique bunting from off-cuts of fabrics used in Royal residences." Members of the monarchy turned out in force to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day in London on Monday as Britain remembered the end of the Second World War in Europe National commemorations and events began on May 5 with a military procession of 1,300 members of the armed forces King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by Prince William Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis on the Buckingham Palace balcony Other senior royals were also present for the commemorations which included watching a spectacular RAF flypast VE Day 80: Four-day celebrations at glance: -- A military procession from Whitehall to Buckingham Palace followed by a flypast  -- Tea party for veterans at Buckingham Palace -- Street parties were also held around the country -- An installation of ceramic poppies at the Tower of London and historic landmarks across the UK will be lit up -- Service of thanksgiving in Westminster Abbey -- Concert with music and readings at Horse Guards Parade and Queen Camilla joined members of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Assocation for a reception at Windsor Castle on 1 May awards given out for ‘conspicuous bravery’ and ‘acts of the greatest heroism’ Prince William has served as its president since 2024 and seemed moved during his conversation with Major Peter Norton GC during the reception Major Norton lost both of his legs and his arm while serving in 2005 ‘There’s not a lot I can say to that,’ the Prince replied This is my first parade with the VC and GCs This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from William, who had just returned from celebrating with 14th wedding anniversary on the Isle of Mull with the Princess of Wales, also paid tribute to Major Norton’s wife, Kate, adding: ‘You have clearly found happiness. It takes two people to make that happen.’ ‘I am in awe of you,’ Prince William said to Major Peter Norton, who lost three limbs in active service Major Norton then spoke of how important it was to have the royal support for the Victoria Cross and George Cross association they are professionals,’ he said of the royal family ‘I worked as chairman of the association for eight years with the late Queen It was a rare joint engagement for King Charles and Prince William who was last year named President of the Victoria Cross and George Cross assocation This rare joint event for King Charles and Prince William is another sign of their connection, both as father and son and monarch and heir. When William announced that he would be taking a step back from public duties to support the Princess of Wales recuperation following her cancer diagnosis he apparently did so with the King's wholehearted blessing Earlier that day, King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden to Home Park for a ceremonial tree planting As she marks her 31st birthday, Tatler celebrates the Saudi Arabian architect who married Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan and investigates her many links to the Princess of Wales The Windsor Castle reception came after King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden for an official state visit The two royal couples planted a Swedish oak tree in the grounds of Home Park to mark King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Coronation and a twinned tree will also be planted by Crown Princess Victoria back in Stockholm As the sun beamed down on the hottest day of the year Queen Camilla was in characteristically good humour wearing the same emerald green Anna Valentine dress and Celtic knot brooch that she wore in Italy when she and the King celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary So engrossed was King Charles in his conversation with King Carl Gustaf that Camilla had to remind him to hurry up and plant the tree itself King Carl Gustaf made a poignant nod to his great-grandfather at the ceremony using the same spade that Gustavus V used to plant an English oak tree in Windsor Great Park over a century ago the tree is still alive on the Castle grounds to this day Their Majesties are gardening in Windsor Park for the unusual joint duty The pair are pictured here with Tom's father at the Queen's Cup polo at Windsor in 1992 As Queen Camilla reflects on 20 years of marriage to King Charles – and soon to be two years on the throne – her son Tom Parker Bowles has also been looking back opened up to Gabby Logan about his appreciation for Her Majesty’s role ‘Your parents matter,’ he said of his mother and his father, Brigadier Andrew Parker Bowles, on Logan’s podcast, The Mid Point. ‘My parents are getting older. Birth, death and taxes are the definites in life – it matters.’ Parker Bowles then spoke candidly about growing up with Queen Camilla, revealing that Her Majesty has been ‘a great mother’ to him and his sister, Laura Lopes. ‘If my mother asks for something, you try your best,’ he said. ‘She's been a great mother to us.’ Now, the tables have turned somewhat, as Parker Bowles told Logan: ‘We're there for them as well,’ he said of his parents. ‘As they get older, you appreciate what they've done.’ Queen Camilla with her two children, Laura Lopes and Tom Parker Bowles, at the launch of her son's cookery book in September 2024 Theirs has been a great royal love story, but it hasn’t always been described as such. In Tatler’s June issue, Hardman speaks with those closest to the King and Queen, including the Princess Royal and Annabel Elliot, as he delves into their incredible relationship But the author admitted that, when you’re young, you take your parents for granted – my children are that age now,’ he explained with a laugh. ‘They only ring if it’s: “Can I get some money, please, Dad?”’ Parker Bowles shares two teenage children with his ex-wife, the fashion editor Sarah Buys It’s not the first time that Tom Parker Bowles has opened up about growing up with Queen Camilla as a mother. During the release of his cookbook, Cooking and the Crown, he shared some stories of his bucolic family life at the family home – the 8,000-acre Bolehyde Manor in Wiltshire where the family lived between 1973 and 1986 Queen Camilla speaks to Tom Parker Bowles during a reception to mark the launch of the Queen's reading room medal at Clarence House on 25 March, 2025 Charles and Camilla were married in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall on 9 April 2005 When his parents separated in 1995, however, this idyllic pastoral childhood took a more troubled turn after the press caught wind of his mother’s relationship with King Charles, then the Prince of Wales. At that point, Camilla and Tom were abruptly thrust into the public eye garnering the attention of journalists and photographers This newfound connection to royal life quickly became life-threatening for both Tom and his mother – ‘especially in the bad days and she didn't have a network to protect her I remember high-speed chases down the M4 that were incredibly dangerous.’ ‘Nobody likes to be looked at all the time and I sort of rise above it and get on with it.’ The family in 2015 at the Cheltenham Festival King Charles has this week shared a highly personal reflection on the ‘daunting’ and ‘frightening’ experience of his cancer diagnosis His Majesty urged fellow sufferers to take inspiration from the late Dame Deborah James and ‘find a life worth enjoying; take risks; love deeply; have no regrets; and always The King has been more honest about his health battle than any monarch in history and admitted that ‘each diagnosis will be a daunting and at times frightening experience for those individuals and their loved ones,’ as he wrote in a personally penned message to the public His Majesty also paid tribute to those who work in cancer care writing that their work reinforced a lesson he had learned during his own treatment: ‘that the darkest moments of illness can be illuminated by the greatest compassion.’ In a moving addition King Charles wrote: ‘You have my whole family’s deepest admiration and gratitude.’ King Charles and Queen Camilla are leading the royal family in a grand tribute to mark 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe the royal couple arrived at the Queen Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace for the commemorative event alongside Prime Minister Keir Starmer and veterans from the Royal British Legion Military units paraded down The Mall from Whitehall with the royals watching from the palace steps the family will retreat to the Buckingham Palace balcony to view an aerial flypast while veterans enjoy the display from the palace gardens A Buckingham Palace aide previously told GB News Queen and other members of The Royal Family are much looking forward to all the week’s VE Day events.. the royals will host a special tea party at the palace for veterans More events are set to unfold through the week including a poppy installation viewing on May 6 and a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey A striking new portrait of Queen Camilla has been seen for the first time as the Royal Family revealed an historic collection of artwork The image of The Queen is part of the set of paintings drawings and sketches commissioned by The King for their Coronation in May 2023 Five artists were asked to create work on the day of the Coronation to record it for history The pieces were presented to The King and Queen in September 2024 and have just been made public ahead of the second anniversary of the Coronation Among them is a drawing of Queen Camilla by Eileen Hogan which is one of the most striking pieces in the new collection It shows The Queen in contemplative mood and without Queen Mary’s Crown which was used in the ceremony Queen Camilla wears her Coronation dress and the jewels which have been used by every queen since Victoria the sparkling diamonds known as the Coronation necklace and earrings Eileen Hogan started the drawing in Westminster Abbey during the Coronation service She was invited to be the artist at the ceremony by King Charles and is the first woman ever to hold that role Her other sketches include another notable work showing Prince William paying homage to King Charles III The drawing shows the Prince of Wales full on and looking at King Charles who is seen from the back with the Crown of St The art work is now held in the Royal Collection It was revealed just before the unveiling of the official Coronation State Portraits which will be shown for the first time at the time of the second anniversary of the crowning King Charles III and Queen Camilla were crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6th 2023 2025The Royal Family made a major announcement on Instagram the morning of May 2nd: King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Canada later this month Their Majesties are scheduled to attend the State Opening of the Parliament of Canada in Ottawa on May 26th and 27th — it's quite a journey for an overnight trip It’s been a while since the royals last crossed the pond to visit the Great White North when Charles was still the Prince of Wales This upcoming trip will mark the King’s 20th visit to Canada The Toronto Star reported that Prime Minister Mark Carney announced King Charles will visit Canada to deliver a speech from the throne outlining the new government’s priorities Carney invited King Charles and Queen Camilla to open this session of Parliament as a show of sovereignty amid U.S President Donald Trump’s annexation rhetoric "This historic honour matches the weight of our times," the Prime Minister said of the visit @blindsidemike and many others were excited by the news sending a clear message that we are a constitutional monarchy Charles III and Camilla Shocked by This Gesture from William | en.edatv.news, Europa Press LIFESTYLE The Photo of Prince William That Has Outraged Queen Camilla and Charles IIIAn Unexpected Gesture from William That Generates Surprise and Divides Opinions in the British Royal Family03/05/2025 10:25:00h by Angélica Oyarzún Charles III and Camilla, as central figures of the British royal family, know they are watched in every public act. Prince William, as a key figure in the future of the monarchy, is no exception. His steps are closely followed by both experts and millions of followers worldwide. At Pope Francis's funeral, William was the protagonist of a very important moment in his formation as a future king. However, a small gesture ended up capturing more attention than desired. What was supposed to be a day of impeccable representation opened an unexpected debate. Charles III and Camilla have reacted with annoyance to William's choice | en.edatv.news, Europa PressCharles III and Camilla's Reaction: The Wardrobe Choice That SurprisesWilliam attended Pope Francis's funeral wearing a navy blue suit. This choice caused an intense debate among social media users and protocol specialists. For some, black should have been the only acceptable color. On X, several comments showed surprise and even annoyance. "Blue suits bother me. Isn't there a standard for black suits?" wrote one user. Another was more direct: "Blue suit? What a lack of respect!" In favor of the prince, Hello! editor Nichola Murphy clarified that navy blue is also suitable for solemn events. "Black has been associated with funerals, but it's not the only acceptable color," she explained. She even recalled that Prince George wore blue at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral. William, despite the criticism, used one of the allowed colors | Europa PressA Comparison That Didn't Favor WilliamPrince William wasn't the only one criticized for his attire in Rome. Donald Trump also attended the funeral in a blue suit, generating similar comments. Some internet users saw his outfit as a lack of respect for the solemnity of the event. Meanwhile, King Felipe VI of Spain was praised for his impeccable presence. Jack Schlossberg, grandson of John F Kennedy, highlighted his elegance on Instagram: "A very nice suit, the one of the King of Spain." Felipe VI wore a classic black suit and a sober tie. Regarding protocol, the Vatican recommends dark colors but doesn't prohibit other formal tones like navy blue. Even so, for many, the occasion deserved a more traditional choice. This perception might have caused some discomfort in Buckingham. Although for some it was a minor detail, sources claim that Camilla and Charles III didn't look favorably on the choice. Royalty must adhere to protocol because even the choice of a color can generate international echo. William, increasingly visible, knows this better than anyone. King Charles and Queen Camilla have announced they will make a royal visit to Canada later this month The visit will take place between May 26-27 where His Majesty will open the new Parliament in Ottawa following Mark Carney's election victory this week The last time a British monarch attended a Canadian state parliament opening was in 1977 The visit comes just weeks after US President Donald Trump claimed he wished to annex Canada and make it the 51st state of America “Canada only works as a state,” Trump said “It would be one of the great states… this would be the most incredible country.” The King and Queen will attend Canada's opening of parliament Trump went on to claim that without massive US subsidies “Canada ceases to exist as a viable country” Appearing to have put Trump's comments behind him Prime Minister Mark Carney said today he would travel to Washington next Tuesday to meet the US President Trump's annexation claims come as he imposed tariffs on some Canadian goods Carney regularly termed the US actions as a betrayal said he would push for talks on creating new security and defence ties Mark Carney announced in a press conference today that he would travel to Washington to meet Trump is over," Carney told a press conference today "The questions now are how our nations will cooperate in the future and where we in Canada will move on." said his experience in crisis management meant he was the best person to tackle Trump who had trailed badly in the polls as recently as January Carney also says Canada must reduce its reliance on the United States which takes 75 per cent of all Canadian exports Donald Trump has previously claimed he wishes to annex Canada The Royal Family's announcement comes just a day after the King and Queen held a royal engagement with the Swedish monarchs at Windsor Castle. However, in a rather risque moment, cameras caught the 77-year-old Queen tapping the King on the bottom twice in an apparent attempt to move him along during their tree planting ceremony. The cheeky moment occurred as she tried to interrupt her husband's small talk with King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden. The joint engagement with the Swedish monarchs was a rare occasion bringing together two of Europe's most established royal families. writing by Muvija M; Editing by Alistair Smout and Ros Russell Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab , opens new tab Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. , opens new tabScreen for heightened risk individual and entities globally to help uncover hidden risks in business relationships and human networks. © 2025 Reuters. All rights reserved LONDON − Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla briefly greeted onlookers after an Easter service at St an important fixture in the calendar of the monarch who is supreme governor of the Church of England Charles and Camilla Prince Edward and other family members at the 15th-century chapel on the grounds of Windsor Castle Andrew's attendance was notable after he was absent from the royals' Christmas service amid scrutiny of his links with an alleged Chinese spy The scandal-plagued prince was accompanied by his ex-wife Sarah and his daughters Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice New photos: King Charles III, Queen Camilla celebrate 20th wedding anniversary The king's oldest son and heir Prince William and his wife They are spending Easter with their children in Norfolk who was handed a posy of flowers by a young girl wished "Happy Easter" to members of the crowd after the Easter Matins service the king used his annual Easter message to reflect on war human suffering and the heroism of those who risk their lives to help others Latest news: King Charles III makes first statement since recent hospitalization the Easter service was Charles' first appearance at a public event following the announcement that he had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer the previous month Kate was also treated for an unspecified cancer last year She said in January she was relieved in be in remission The actress shares children Hayden and Lucas with husband Matthew Alan Alexandra Schonfeld is a features writer at PEOPLE She has been working at PEOPLE since April 2022 Stefanie Keenan/WWD via Getty; Camilla Luddington/Instagram One of the most expensive pieces came from Camilla’s family’s own collection Carli Norris is pictured at the 2016 British Soap Awards The King and Queen recently celebrated their 20th anniversary Soap star Carli Norris shared the hilarious story in a new interview Norris couldn't quite believe that she'd been invited to sing with other prominent Brits at the end of the celebrations and came up with a hilarious theory about how she ended up on stage Norris appeared in a West End production of the play The Chiltern Hundreds when "Prince Charles came to the show." The actress continued that when the play started she was "lounging in a chaise lounge wearing a pair of hot pants and sandals"—and it got the royal's attention introducing himself to everybody and he came up to me and he shook my hand and he went 'You've got very sexy legs,'" Norris recalled She continued that her co-star Edward Fox "came into work the next day and said someone's made an impression on Charlie!'" Fox had attended a dinner after the show with the royals Prince Charles was going on and on about my legs so much that eventually Camilla slammed her knife and fork down and said 'Oh for goodness sake will you stop going on about that gal's legs?!'" Camilla was so annoyed that she "left the room and stormed out" after the repeated leg comments Reflecting on her Platinum Jubilee invitation that Prince Charles has been following my career and he was the one that wanted me sitting near him for his mummy's Jubilee." Whether Norris gets another palace invite in the future Get exclusive access to fashion and beauty trends Kristin ContinoSenior Royal and Celebrity EditorKristin Contino is Marie Claire's Senior Royal and Celebrity editor She's been covering royalty since 2018—including major moments such as the Platinum Jubilee Queen Elizabeth II’s death and King Charles III's coronation—and places a particular focus on the British Royal Family's style and what it means Kristin is also the published author of two novels, “The Legacy of Us” and “A House Full of Windsor.” She's passionate about travel, history, horses, and learning everything she can about her favorite city in the world, London. The Prince and Princess of Wales arrived in Tobermory on Tuesday. Queen Camilla and Prince William will host a special reception at Windsor Castle on Thursday for members of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association The event will honour recipients of Britain's highest military and civilian gallantry awards Their Majesties and His Royal Highness will welcome holders of these prestigious decorations along with family members and representatives of posthumously awarded recipients The reception recognises the extraordinary bravery and sacrifice of these exceptional individuals The reception will begin with a formal group photograph in St George's Hall Their Majesties and His Royal Highness will then spend time with the award holders and their families in the Grand Reception Room Representatives of posthumously awarded recipients will also be present at this prestigious event The Victoria Cross and George Cross Association was founded in 1956 to represent all living holders of these exceptional honours The Prince of Wales is in Scotland today for a joint royal engagement with the Princess of Wales The Association provides support to recipients and their families while preserving the legacy of these awards King Charles succeeded Queen Elizabeth II as Patron of the Association upon his Accession having previously served as President since 2003 His Majesty followed Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in the role of President King Charles attended Reunion Services at St Martin-in-the-Fields Church and hosted Teas for the Association at St Queen Elizabeth II served as Patron from 1957 until 2022 holding receptions for the Association every four years The Victoria Cross was instituted by Queen Victoria in January 1856 made retrospective to 1854 to include the Crimean War It recognises "most conspicuous bravery or some daring pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy" The George Cross was established by King George VI on 24th September 1940 This primarily civilian award recognises "acts of the greatest heroism or of the most conspicuous courage in circumstances of extreme danger" Military personnel may receive the George Cross for gallantry not in the face of the enemy The upcoming reception marks the first time the Association has been hosted at Windsor Castle since 2006 The last reception for Victoria Cross and George Cross holders was held in May 2018 This rare gathering highlights the continued royal commitment to recognising extraordinary acts of bravery The event continues a tradition of royal patronage that spans decades honouring those who have demonstrated exceptional courage in both military and civilian contexts Apr 24, 2025Queen Camilla might be married to the king but her sister Annabel Elliot still has a hard time thinking of her as royalty 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 has handled her role as queen consort "beautifully," she still "finds it impossible" to curtsy to her own sister she still "can't really believe" her sister is the wife of the reigning monarch "But I think she’s transitioned beautifully and I can’t really believe it." Camilla married Charles in 2005, back when he was still the Prince of Wales under the reign of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. At the time, Camilla didn't take the title of Princess of Wales due to its association with Charles' ex-wife, Princess Diana Camilla was married to Andrew Parker Bowles from 1973 to 1995 The former spouses share two children: Laura Lopes Charles became king in 2022 following the death of Elizabeth, who had previously expressed her wish for Camilla to be known as Queen Consort The King and Queen will lead national commemorations for the 80th anniversary of VE Day The national commemorations will begin on May 5th 2025 when the Royal Family will join veterans to watch a fly past and military procession outside Buckingham Palace The procession will include 1,300 members of the Armed Forces and youth groups who will march down Whitehall through Admiralty Arch and up the Mall towards Buckingham Palace The formal beginning of the procession will come when 100 year old Normandy veteran is handed the Commonwealth War Graves’ Torch For Peace by Air Cadet Warrant Officer Emmy Jones.  Queen Camilla and the Prince and Princess of Wales will stand with former soldiers sailors and air force personnel for the commemorations on a special platform by the Victoria Memorial There will later be a Buckingham Palace balcony appearance by the Royal Family the doors of Buckingham Palace will be opened to veterans and members of the World War Two generation for a special tea party The Queen will visit a new display of ceramic poppies at the Tower of London The flowers are currently being installed as a tribute to those lost in World War Two and in all conflict Buckingham Palace will be among the buildings and landmarks lit up to mark VE Day 80 The Tower of London will also be illuminated as will Cardiff Castle Their Majesties will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on May 8 2025 exactly 80 years after Victory in Europe Day was declared King Charles and Queen Camilla will be joined by the Prince and Princess of Wales the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and the Princess Royal and her husband The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester and the Duke of Kent will also attend The Royal Family will join the nation in a two minute silence at the beginning of the service in memory of the millions killed in the war The King and Queen will lead their family in a tribute at the Innocent Victims’ Memorial outside the West Door of the Abbey where they will lay flowers The memorial was unveiled thirty years ago by Queen Elizabeth II as a tribute to the men women and children who have suffered death torture and oppression throughout the world The 80th anniversary day will also see The King and Queen attend a live concert at Horse Guards Parade The Royal Family will also attend other commemorations around the UK marking other Liberation anniversaries the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester will pay tribute at events marking 80 years since the liberation of Denmark The Duchess was born and grew up in Denmark will commemorate the anniversary of the freeing of the Channel Islands with a visit to Guernsey on May 9th VE Day brought to an end the Second World War in Europe after six years Concern grows around King Charles and Queen Camilla | en.catalunyadiari.com, Europa PressNews Maximum concern for King Charles and Queen Camilla: the worst has been confirmed The alleged bad relationship between King Charles and Queen Camilla with Kate Middleton is revealed by Another Take01/05/2025 10:02:00h All alarms have been raised around King Charles and Queen Camilla after the worst news was confirmed as several British media outlets point out their bond with the Princess of Wales is going through its worst moment has evidently worsened following the recent absence of Prince William and his wife at the well-known Easter service The relationship between the royals and Kate Middleton isn't going through its best moment | en.catalunyadiari.com the British royal family has tried to maintain an image of unity as tensions are increasingly evident in their public appearances According to several British media outlets, the relationship between Kate Middleton, King Charles, and Queen Camilla is very deteriorated and everything indicates that none of the parties is willing to build bridges To this must be added the delicate health condition of the British monarch who is currently continuing with his medical treatment the Princess of Wales remains in remission after her recent illness Since she joined the royal family, there is no doubt that Kate Middleton has won the affection of all Britons she has managed to position herself as one of the most prominent figures within the monarchy Kate Middleton has won the affection of the British people | Europa PressIn fact many see her as the legitimate heir to Princess Diana's legacy A connection between her and the people that was always very uncomfortable for Queen Camilla The current queen consort has not managed to win the affection of public opinion her image remains marked by the controversial role she played during King Charles and Lady Di's marriage So much so that her coronation did not manage to reverse that perception The relationship between Queen Camilla and Kate Middleton is becoming increasingly complicated | Europa PressAlthough she holds the title of queen consort popular affection is clearly on Kate Middleton's side An affection that has been reinforced due to her recent health issues It is precisely this difference that has intensified the friction between the two The relationship between the Princess of Wales and Queen Camilla is more tense than ever, and their estrangement seems definitive. Meanwhile, King Charles remains on the sidelines of these conflicts and doesn't seem interested in intervening in family matters the absence of the Princes of Wales at the Easter service was the turning point as there was no official explanation from the royal family A gesture that sparked rumors of an irreparable break Several British media outlets claim that it was Kate Middleton who made the decision not to attend she doesn't want to continue pretending a unity that she doesn't feel is real She made a few slight modifications to the gown which was first debuted at the couple's civil ceremony in 2005 for the annual distribution of Maundy money after the monarch missed the event last year amid his cancer treatment There's no good vibe between Kate and Camila | en.elcierredigital.com, Europa Press, Khwanchai Phanthong's Images PEOPLE Kate Middleton makes a decision with Queen Camilla and Charles III can't do anything.Kate Middleton and Camilla Parker Bowles: The tension in the Royal Family27/04/2025 12:02:00h by Daniel H The relationship between Kate Middleton and Camilla Parker Bowles What once seemed like a contained rivalry is now an open conflict the Princess of Wales and the Queen Consort no longer hide their differences which has changed the dynamics within King Charles III's closest circle The recent cancer diagnosis of Kate Middleton was the turning point The way the princess faced the illness with dignity and courage moved the public Kate Middleton wants Camilla's crown | en.elcierredigital.com which caused feelings of resentment in her Since Kate Middleton joined the royal family she has been able to connect with the people and her social work have been well received All this has made her the favorite of the British even surpassing King Charles III in popularity Camilla continues to struggle to improve her image YouGov surveys show that Kate is much more popular than Camilla who has even fallen out of the top 5 most beloved members of the royal family This is reflected not only in the numbers but also in events: interactions between Kate and Camilla are increasingly limited The coldness between them can no longer be ignored much more fashionable than Camilla | Europa PressIs Kate ready to take Camilla's place?With her growing popularity many assert that Kate is prepared to assume a more prominent role some say that Kate is eager to take Camilla's place This would not only mean a change in protocol but also an opportunity for Kate to renew the image of the British royal family Kate's figure is consolidating as the emotional heir to Diana of Wales's legacy she seems to be the right person to give the monarchy a new direction continues to struggle with her past and public perception This contrast is fueling Kate's desire to take on a more prominent role it could mark a generational change in the monarchy Many believe that the institution needs more modern and accessible leadership makes her a figure who could transform the British monarchy Camilla could be relegated if she fails to overcome the obstacles of her public image The future of the British royal family could depend on the transition between these two figures with her closeness to the people and her growing popularity could be the one to renew the monarchy's image If Camilla doesn't improve her relationship with the public Don’t Miss a Single Sparkling Moment! Sign up for The Court Jeweller Newsletter The Court Jeweller Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World 04.16.2025 by // Leave a Comment King Charles III and Queen Camilla were traveling through Italy and celebrating their wedding anniversary Queen Camilla wore some spectacular royal brooches and a special turquoise necklace with major sentimental importance was given to the Queen Mother by Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev during his official visit to Britain in April 1956 The main events of the state visit began last Tuesday when President Sergio Mattarella and his daughter officially welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Quirinale Palace in Rome the palace is now the official residence of Italy’s president King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a reception at Villa Wolkonsky which was also attended by members of the British-Italian community With a bright green dress, Camilla wore her gold and diamond coronation earrings, plus another heirloom royal brooch. This emerald and diamond brooch was one of Queen Mary’s wedding presents likely from one of her new husband’s first cousins Wednesday, April 9, was a special day for the royal couple: their twentieth wedding anniversary. While we chatted about the jewels and clothes from the day here at TCJ Queen Camilla brought out one of her wedding day outfits in Italy She wore a reworked version of her civil wedding coat for a visit to the Italian Parliament in Rome Here’s a look at Charles and Camilla on their wedding day in 2005 which Camilla wore with a different dress for their wedding ceremony at the Guildhall appears to have been lengthened significantly Charles and Camilla also made an unannounced stop during Wednesday’s events. They headed to the Vatican for a private audience with Pope Francis, who is still recovering from his recent illness. For the meeting, Camilla wore pearls with the Cartier Ivy Leaf Clips that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II For Wednesday night’s black-tie state banquet Camilla wore a teal lace evening gown with a special selection of diamond and turquoise jewelry On the fourth and final day of the state visit Camilla wore another neutral day ensemble for the visit The beige and white dress is the same one worn earlier in the week for the official anniversary portrait Camilla’s final brooch of the visit was a new one. The brooch was made by an avant-garde Italian jewelry designer, Lucia Odescalchi. The brooch is similar in design to a pair of earrings made by Odescalchi which feature hematite flat cubes with silver Camilla paired the brooch with gold and diamond earrings from her personal collection Categories // united kingdom Enter your name and email address below to subscribe to our weekly newsletter Sign up for my new subscriber-supported community, Hidden Gems, delivered directly to you each Saturday! Copyright © 2025 THE COURT JEWELLER LLC King Charles is Canada's head of state and will be travelling to the country with his wife less than a month after former Bank of England governor Mark Carney's Liberal Party election victory The British King and Queen will visit Canada from May 26-27 will attend the state opening of the Parliament of Canada King Charles and the queen were due to visit Canada last spring, according to Canadian news outlets, but the trip was postponed because of the king's cancer diagnosis. At the end of the king's recent state visit to Italy a palace official said: "He has always supported Canada What could perhaps otherwise be simply be seen as normal expressions of support do seem to be being noticed a little more “But showing support for Canada is something he has always done and that he will continue to do." held his first media briefing on Friday since winning last month's parliamentary elections He said he would meet Mr Trump in Washington next Tuesday their first face-to-face encounter since the vote “It’s important to get engaged immediately And I’m pleased to have the opportunity for quite a comprehensive set of meetings that will take place on Tuesday,” Mr Carney said in Ottawa The annual report by the Community Security Trust, which advises the Jewish community on security , warned on Thursday that anti-Semitic incidents in Britain had reached a record high It found there had been 2,255 anti-Semitic incidents reported in 2021, a rise of 34 per cent from the previous year The report detailed the convictions of a number of people for anti-Semitic crimes, including one man who was jailed for setting up a neo-Nazi group which had encouraged “the eradication of Jewish people” and another who had posted anti-Semitic homemade videos on social media.  Big tobacco believes UAE is 'seriously considering' lifting e-cigarette ban restaurant meals and merchandise with smartphone-readable barcodes — except in Japan as the country’s biggest web companies race to dominate the payments market one Tokyo-based startup says it has a fighting chance to win with its QR app Origami had a head start when it introduced a QR-code payment service in late 2015 and has since signed up fast-food chain KFC Tokyo’s largest cab company Nihon Kotsu and convenience store operator Lawson The company raised $66 million in September to expand nationwide and plans to more than double its staff of about 100 employees which until now relied on direct mail and email newsletters will pay for the ability to reach customers on their smartphones a hair salon using Origami’s payment app would be able to send a message to past customers with a coupon for their next haircut the dotted squares that can be read by smartphone cameras were invented in the 1990s by a unit of Toyota Motor to track automotive parts But when the Japanese pioneered digital payments almost two decades ago with contactless cards for train fares they chose the so-called near-field communications technology convenient ATMs and a culture where lost wallets are often returned have all been cited as reasons why cash remains king in the archipelago accounted for just 20 per cent of total consumer spending in Japan during 2016 compared with 60 per cent in China and 89 per cent in South Korea according to a report by the Bank of Japan Ministry of InteriorMinistry of DefenceGeneral Intelligence DirectorateAir Force Intelligence AgencyPolitical Security DirectorateSyrian National Security BureauMilitary Intelligence DirectorateArmy Supply BureauGeneral Organisation of Radio and TVAl Watan newspaperCham Press TVSama TV a former MEP who won a seat in the House of Commons last year at his eighth attempt and a prominent figure in the campaign for the UK to leave the European Union It was founded in 2018 and originally called the Brexit Party Many of its members previously belonged to UKIP or the mainstream Conservatives the party focused on the reformation of British democracy Former Tory deputy chairman Lee Anderson became its first MP after defecting in March 2024 and had hoped the tech billionaire would make a £100m donation Mr Musk changed his mind and called for Mr Farage to step down as leader in a row involving the US tycoon's support for far-right figurehead Tommy Robinson who is in prison for contempt of court National Editorial: Suleimani has been killed, now we must de-escalate Jack Moore: Why the assassination is such a monumental gamble Matthew Levitt: Iran retains its ability to launch terror attacks Damien McElroy: A CEO tasked with spreading Iran's influence Hussein Ibish: Trump's order on solid constitutional ground Simon Waldman: Cautious Israel keeping a low profile Camilla repurposed her ivory gown and coat for her state visit to Italy with her husband