<p>Katy Perry knows how to take jokes well. Over the weekend, a video of Perry looking lost, trying to find a seat for herself at King Charles III's coronation went viral. Several memes ensued on social media. As fans had a field day discussing the viral clip, Perry decided to address the moment herself.&nbsp;<br />
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The viral video had the 38-year-old pop star seen scanning the audience in an elegant, all-lavender outfit at the coronation.</p>

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<p>"don't worry guys i found my seat," she wrote on Twitter responding to the viral video. In an Instagram video showing off her outfit, she played into the fun and captioned it as"#lavenderlostgirl."</p>

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<p>She wrote the same hashtag in a previous post, where user loveofhuns commented, "Seat found and slay x."<br />
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Perry and fellow American Idol judge Lionel Richie headlined&nbsp;the coronation concert on Sunday. Perry was also part of the coronation ceremony where King Charles and Queen Camilla were crowned at Westminster Abbey on Saturday.<br />
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For Sunday's concert, which took place at Windsor Castle, Perry chose a dramatic gold ballgown for her stage performance. She sang hits like <em>Roar</em> and <em>Firework.</em><br />
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Perry also tuned into Idol Live from inside the castle along with Richie to explain their absence. The video also had King Charles and Queen Camilla make a surprise visit.</p>


Katy Perry knows how to take jokes well. Over the weekend, a video of Perry looking lost, trying to find a seat for herself at King Charles III's coronation went viral.

Katy Perry knows how to take jokes well. Over the weekend, a video of Perry looking lost, trying to find a seat for herself at King Charles III's coronation went viral. Several memes ensued on social media. As fans had a field day discussing the viral clip, Perry decided to address the moment herself. The viral video had the 38-year-old pop star seen scanning the audience in an elegant, all-lavender outfit at the coronation. Katy Perry spotted looking for her seat at the #Coronation of King Charles III. pic.twitter.com/m2JmrCtNIg — Pop Base (@PopBase) May 6, 2023 × "don't worry guys i found my seat," she wrote on Twitter responding to the viral video. In an Instagram video showing off her outfit, she played into the fun and captioned it as"#lavenderlostgirl." don’t worry guys i found my seat — KATY PERRY (@katyperry) May 6, 2023 × View this post on Instagram A post shared by KATY PERRY (@katyperry) × She wrote the same hashtag in a previous post, where user loveofhuns commented, "Seat found and slay x." Perry and fellow American Idol judge Lionel Richie headlined the coronation concert on Sunday. Perry was also part of the coronation ceremony where King Charles and Queen Camilla were crowned at Westminster Abbey on Saturday. For Sunday's concert, which took place at Windsor Castle, Perry chose a dramatic gold ballgown for her stage performance. She sang hits like Roar and Firework. Perry also tuned into Idol Live from inside the castle along with Richie to explain their absence. The video also had King Charles and Queen Camilla make a surprise visit.

Katy Perry reacts to her viral video from coronation, assures fans she 'found' her seat

<p>There has been a last-minute change to King Charles' Coronation. The change was made after the Palace received severe backlash over the controversial 'Homage of the People' element of the service. It has now been toned down and the change has been approved by King Charles himself.&nbsp;<br />
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The change was made after a string of commentators and members of the public criticised the new addition as divisive.<br />
Broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby - and a friend of Charles who wrote the King's authorised biography - said the monarch would find the Homage of the People "abhorrent".<br />
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Post the change, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will "invite" a show of support from the congregation rather than a "call" to those in the Abbey to swear allegiance to the King.<br />
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Charles will be crowned at Westminster Abbey by the Archbishop of Canterbury during a Coronation ceremony dating back centuries. Nearly 2000 guests have been invited from the world over to witness the ceremony.&nbsp;<br />
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The last king who ruled Britain was George VI, Queen Elizabeth's father. After the death of King George VI, Elizabeth II became queen, reigning over the UK for more than 70 years, until her death on September 8, 2022. After the death of his beloved mother, King Charles became king. He will be the 40th monarch to be crowned at the Abbey.</p>

<p>Catch all the live action of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/king-charles-iiis-coronation-live-updates-589428">King Charles's coronation ceremony here</a></p>

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There has been a last-minute change to King Charles' Coronation. The change was made after the Palace received severe backlash over the controversial 'Homage of the People' element of the service.

There has been a last-minute change to King Charles' Coronation. The change was made after the Palace received severe backlash over the controversial 'Homage of the People' element of the service. It has now been toned down and the change has been approved by King Charles himself. The change was made after a string of commentators and members of the public criticised the new addition as divisive. Broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby - and a friend of Charles who wrote the King's authorised biography - said the monarch would find the Homage of the People "abhorrent". Post the change, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will "invite" a show of support from the congregation rather than a "call" to those in the Abbey to swear allegiance to the King. Charles will be crowned at Westminster Abbey by the Archbishop of Canterbury during a Coronation ceremony dating back centuries. Nearly 2000 guests have been invited from the world over to witness the ceremony. The last king who ruled Britain was George VI, Queen Elizabeth's father. After the death of King George VI, Elizabeth II became queen, reigning over the UK for more than 70 years, until her death on September 8, 2022. After the death of his beloved mother, King Charles became king. He will be the 40th monarch to be crowned at the Abbey. Catch all the live action of King Charles's coronation ceremony here

King Charles approves last-minute change in coronation ceremony after facing backlash

<p>After a lot of buzz, Prince Harry finally attended the coronation ceremony of his father, King Charles III. But as was expected, there was a bit of awkwardness in his appearance. The Duke of Sussex&nbsp;attended the historic event alone, without his wife Meghan Markle and their two kids, Archie and Lilibet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Harry walked into the ceremony wearing a dark black suit pinned with his military medals. The Duke&nbsp;seated&nbsp;two seats behind his brother William, who was sitting in the front row with his wife Kate Middleton and two children, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. However, after the coronation ended at Westminster Abbey and the family left with the newly crowned King and Queen on the procession back to Buckingham Palace, Harry was left alone.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per ET, Harry, the&nbsp;youngest son of King Charles, was&nbsp;spotted waiting for almost 10 minutes alone outside Westminster Abbey for his car. He didn't join the King and Queen in the Golden Carriage procession, and he was also absent from the Buckingham Palace balcony when the newly-crowned King and Queen waved at the crowd present outside the palace.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Harry entered the Abbey with his cousins, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, and their husbands, Jack Brooksbank and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. In the pictures from the ceremony, Harry can be seen having fun with the royal members, giggling and having a chat with them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Harry, who left his royal duties in March 2020, did not play any formal role in the historic event as he's not a working royal member.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If reports are to be believed, Harry left for the USA just after the ceremony ended for his son Archie's birthday, who turned four. A source told Page Six that Harry intended to make "every effort to get back in time for Archie's birthday".<br />
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After a lot of buzz, Prince Harry finally attended the coronation ceremony of his father, King Charles III. But as was expected, there was a bit of awkwardness in his appearance.

After a lot of buzz, Prince Harry finally attended the coronation ceremony of his father, King Charles III. But as was expected, there was a bit of awkwardness in his appearance. The Duke of Sussex attended the historic event alone, without his wife Meghan Markle and their two kids, Archie and Lilibet. Harry walked into the ceremony wearing a dark black suit pinned with his military medals. The Duke seated two seats behind his brother William, who was sitting in the front row with his wife Kate Middleton and two children, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. However, after the coronation ended at Westminster Abbey and the family left with the newly crowned King and Queen on the procession back to Buckingham Palace, Harry was left alone. As per ET, Harry, the youngest son of King Charles, was spotted waiting for almost 10 minutes alone outside Westminster Abbey for his car. He didn't join the King and Queen in the Golden Carriage procession, and he was also absent from the Buckingham Palace balcony when the newly-crowned King and Queen waved at the crowd present outside the palace. However, Harry entered the Abbey with his cousins, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, and their husbands, Jack Brooksbank and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. In the pictures from the ceremony, Harry can be seen having fun with the royal members, giggling and having a chat with them. Harry, who left his royal duties in March 2020, did not play any formal role in the historic event as he's not a working royal member. If reports are to be believed, Harry left for the USA just after the ceremony ended for his son Archie's birthday, who turned four. A source told Page Six that Harry intended to make "every effort to get back in time for Archie's birthday".

Prince Harry leaves Westminster Abbey alone as other royals join King's carriage procession

<p>The historic coronation of King Charles III took place yesterday (May 6) at Westminster Abbey. In the presence of around 2,000 guests, the King and his wife, Queen Camilla, were crowned in keeping with royal customs and traditions dating back to 1,000 years. Continuing with the celebration, on Sunday, the palace is hosting a big concert, which will witness performances from an array of A-listers like Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, among others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In addition to the performances, the musical event will also see the presence of Hollywood actor Tom Cruise, Dame Joan Collins, and Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, who will also appear on stage to deliver a spoken word performance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Produced by&nbsp;BBC&nbsp;Studios, the concert will celebrate the new chapter of the nation's history and will have 'themes of love, respect, and optimism, celebrating the four nations, their communities and the Commonwealth."<br />
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<p>Apart from the newly-crowned King and Queen, Prince William, and Kate Middleton are expected to grace the occasion with their presence. As per the reports, William will give a speech dedicated to his father and the King of Britain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As we gear up for the big night, here are all the details about the starry night, from timing to where you can stream the event live.</p>

<p><strong>What's the venue?</strong></p>

<p>The concert is being hosted at the residence of the royal family, Windsor Castle. Located in the English county of Berkshire, the centuries-old castle is on the outskirts of London.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The concert will feature a Union Jack-shaped stage, and around 20,000 people are expected to attend the event.&nbsp;</p>

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<strong>What's the timing and where to watch it?</strong></p>

<p>The concert will start around 8 pm in London, which is around 12 am, midnight in India. It will stream on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.</p>

<p><strong>Who is hosting?</strong></p>

<p><em>Downton Abbey</em> star Hugh Bonneville will host the King's Coronation Concert. Reacting to his hosting gig, he said, per the BBC, that he was ''delighted'' to be part of this event.&nbsp;<br />
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"In true British style, come rain or shine, it will be a night to remember."</p>

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<strong>Who is performing?</strong><br />
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Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, DJ Pete Tong, and Lucy, winner of<em> The Piano</em>, will light up the stage with their performances. In addition to them, the other stars who will perform are Olly Murs, Nicole Scherzinger of The Pussycat Dolls, and Chinese pianist Lang Lang.&nbsp;<br />
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British singer-songwriter Steve Winwood&nbsp;will perform at the starry ceremony. The veteran singer said in a statement that this will be the second coronation he'll witness in his lifetime.<br />
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"I was alive and just about remember the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and I, together with millions and millions of other people all around the globe, am a lifelong monarchist," the rocker said, as per the BBC statement.<br />
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<em>Sex education</em> star Ncuti Gatwa will also perform at the concert.</p>

<p><strong>Message for the King</strong><br />
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The <em>Mission Impossible</em> star, Tom Cruise, Disney character Winnie the Pooh will appear alongside Joan Collins, singer Tom Jones, adventurer Bear Grylls, and dancer Oti Mabuse in a series of pre-recorded sketches in which they will reveal "little-known facts about the King."<br />
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The historic coronation of King Charles III took place yesterday (May 6) at Westminster Abbey. In the presence of around 2,000 guests, the King and his wife, Queen Camilla, were crowned in keeping with royal customs and traditions dating back to 1,000 years.

The historic coronation of King Charles III took place yesterday (May 6) at Westminster Abbey. In the presence of around 2,000 guests, the King and his wife, Queen Camilla, were crowned in keeping with royal customs and traditions dating back to 1,000 years. Continuing with the celebration, on Sunday, the palace is hosting a big concert, which will witness performances from an array of A-listers like Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, among others. In addition to the performances, the musical event will also see the presence of Hollywood actor Tom Cruise, Dame Joan Collins, and Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, who will also appear on stage to deliver a spoken word performance. Produced by BBC Studios, the concert will celebrate the new chapter of the nation's history and will have 'themes of love, respect, and optimism, celebrating the four nations, their communities and the Commonwealth." Apart from the newly-crowned King and Queen, Prince William, and Kate Middleton are expected to grace the occasion with their presence. As per the reports, William will give a speech dedicated to his father and the King of Britain. As we gear up for the big night, here are all the details about the starry night, from timing to where you can stream the event live. What's the venue? The concert is being hosted at the residence of the royal family, Windsor Castle. Located in the English county of Berkshire, the centuries-old castle is on the outskirts of London. The concert will feature a Union Jack-shaped stage, and around 20,000 people are expected to attend the event. What's the timing and where to watch it? The concert will start around 8 pm in London, which is around 12 am, midnight in India. It will stream on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Who is hosting? Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville will host the King's Coronation Concert. Reacting to his hosting gig, he said, per the BBC, that he was ''delighted'' to be part of this event. "In true British style, come rain or shine, it will be a night to remember." Who is performing? Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, DJ Pete Tong, and Lucy, winner of The Piano, will light up the stage with their performances. In addition to them, the other stars who will perform are Olly Murs, Nicole Scherzinger of The Pussycat Dolls, and Chinese pianist Lang Lang. British singer-songwriter Steve Winwood will perform at the starry ceremony. The veteran singer said in a statement that this will be the second coronation he'll witness in his lifetime. "I was alive and just about remember the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and I, together with millions and millions of other people all around the globe, am a lifelong monarchist," the rocker said, as per the BBC statement. Sex education star Ncuti Gatwa will also perform at the concert. Message for the King The Mission Impossible star, Tom Cruise, Disney character Winnie the Pooh will appear alongside Joan Collins, singer Tom Jones, adventurer Bear Grylls, and dancer Oti Mabuse in a series of pre-recorded sketches in which they will reveal "little-known facts about the King."

King Charles' Coronation Concert: Who is performing, how to watch and everything to know about the night

<p>Britain on Sunday celebrates the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla with street parties around the country and a concert at Windsor Castle. Following Saturday's glittering ceremony at London's Westminster Abbey featuring royalty and leaders from around the world, the emphasis shifted to a chance for the public to mark the "Carolean" age after Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign.</p>

<p>The medieval majesty of the coronation ceremony has its roots in the England of 1066 but the "Big Lunch" parties look to bring 21st-century Britain's diverse communities closer together. Monday has been declared a public holiday -- meaning people can let loose on Sunday without having to worry about a hangover.</p>

<p>Charles and Camilla hope the long weekend "will provide an opportunity to spend time and celebrate with friends, families and communities", Buckingham Palace said.</p>

<p>After the post-World War II hardships, street parties were a major feature of Elizabeth's coronation in 1953 -- and a memorable part of celebrations for her long reign in 1977 and last year. The Big Lunch is an attempt to keep alive that more neighbourly spirit.</p>

<p><strong>'Celebration and friendship'</strong></p>

<p>"From a cup of tea with a neighbour to a street party, a Coronation Big Lunch brings the celebrations to your neighbourhood and is a great way to get to know your community a little better," Buckingham Palace said.</p>

<p>It is likely to see multiple hit-and-miss attempts at making Coronation Quiche -- the specially created baked savoury tart featuring spinach, broad beans and tarragon.</p>

<p>The king's sister, Princess Anne, was due to attend a community street party in Windsor, west of London, while his nieces Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie -- Prince Andrew's daughters -- will attend a big lunch in the same royal town.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will host a lunch at his 10 Downing Street office and residence, inviting in community volunteers and Ukrainian refugees.</p>

<p>"People are marking this momentous occasion in the spirit of unity and hope for the future," he said.</p>

<p><strong>Stars and lights</strong></p>

<p>Take That, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry are among the stars performing on the East Lawn at Windsor Castle, with 20,000 people set to attend.</p>

<p>The show will hark back to the June 2022 Platinum Jubilee celebrations to mark Elizabeth's record 70 years on the throne, just three months before her death at the age of 96.</p>

<p>Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel -- who sang during the coronation service -- will also be performing, along with Chinese pianist Lang Lang, Andrea Bocelli, Paloma Faith and Nicole Scherzinger.</p>

<p>Hollywood star Tom Cruise, actress Joan Collins, adventurer Bear Grylls and singer Tom Jones will appear via video message.</p>

<p>The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal College of Music and the Royal College of Art will come together for a one-off performance.</p>

<p>Buckingham Palace said the centrepiece would be "Lighting up the Nation", in which well-known locations across Britain will be lit up using projections, lasers, drone displays and illuminations.</p>

<p>They include the seafront at Blackpool, Sheffield's Peace Gardens, the Eden Project nature park in Cornwall and the Tyne Bridge in Newcastle.</p>

<p><strong>Ancient symbolism&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Charles was crowned monarch of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms on Saturday, during a ceremony steeped in a millennium of ritual and spectacle.</p>

<p>After a lifetime as the heir to Queen Elizabeth, the 74-year-old became the oldest sovereign ever crowned at Westminster Abbey.</p>

<p>Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, placed the solid gold Saint Edward's Crown on Charles's head as a sacred and ancient symbol of the monarch's authority.</p>

<p>Welby also crowned Queen Camilla, the king's wife of 18 years. Cries of "God Save the King" rang out from the 2,300-member congregation.</p>

<p>Trumpet fanfare sounded along with gun salutes across Britain and beyond.</p>

<p>Returning to Buckingham Palace in the day's second horse-drawn parade, the royal family appeared on the balcony to applause and more chants of approbation from tens of thousands of well-wishers braving a spring downpour.</p>

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Britain on Sunday celebrates the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla with street parties around the country and a concert at Windsor Castle. Following Saturday's glittering ceremony at London's Westminster Abbey featuring royalty and leaders from around the world, the emphasis shifted to a chance for the public to mark the "Carolean" age after Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign.

Britain on Sunday celebrates the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla with street parties around the country and a concert at Windsor Castle. Following Saturday's glittering ceremony at London's Westminster Abbey featuring royalty and leaders from around the world, the emphasis shifted to a chance for the public to mark the "Carolean" age after Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign. The medieval majesty of the coronation ceremony has its roots in the England of 1066 but the "Big Lunch" parties look to bring 21st-century Britain's diverse communities closer together. Monday has been declared a public holiday -- meaning people can let loose on Sunday without having to worry about a hangover. Charles and Camilla hope the long weekend "will provide an opportunity to spend time and celebrate with friends, families and communities", Buckingham Palace said. After the post-World War II hardships, street parties were a major feature of Elizabeth's coronation in 1953 -- and a memorable part of celebrations for her long reign in 1977 and last year. The Big Lunch is an attempt to keep alive that more neighbourly spirit. 'Celebration and friendship' "From a cup of tea with a neighbour to a street party, a Coronation Big Lunch brings the celebrations to your neighbourhood and is a great way to get to know your community a little better," Buckingham Palace said. It is likely to see multiple hit-and-miss attempts at making Coronation Quiche -- the specially created baked savoury tart featuring spinach, broad beans and tarragon. The king's sister, Princess Anne, was due to attend a community street party in Windsor, west of London, while his nieces Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie -- Prince Andrew's daughters -- will attend a big lunch in the same royal town. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will host a lunch at his 10 Downing Street office and residence, inviting in community volunteers and Ukrainian refugees. "People are marking this momentous occasion in the spirit of unity and hope for the future," he said. Stars and lights Take That, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry are among the stars performing on the East Lawn at Windsor Castle, with 20,000 people set to attend. The show will hark back to the June 2022 Platinum Jubilee celebrations to mark Elizabeth's record 70 years on the throne, just three months before her death at the age of 96. Welsh bass-baritone Bryn Terfel -- who sang during the coronation service -- will also be performing, along with Chinese pianist Lang Lang, Andrea Bocelli, Paloma Faith and Nicole Scherzinger. Hollywood star Tom Cruise, actress Joan Collins, adventurer Bear Grylls and singer Tom Jones will appear via video message. The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal College of Music and the Royal College of Art will come together for a one-off performance. Buckingham Palace said the centrepiece would be "Lighting up the Nation", in which well-known locations across Britain will be lit up using projections, lasers, drone displays and illuminations. They include the seafront at Blackpool, Sheffield's Peace Gardens, the Eden Project nature park in Cornwall and the Tyne Bridge in Newcastle. Ancient symbolism Charles was crowned monarch of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms on Saturday, during a ceremony steeped in a millennium of ritual and spectacle. After a lifetime as the heir to Queen Elizabeth, the 74-year-old became the oldest sovereign ever crowned at Westminster Abbey. Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, placed the solid gold Saint Edward's Crown on Charles's head as a sacred and ancient symbol of the monarch's authority. Welby also crowned Queen Camilla, the king's wife of 18 years. Cries of "God Save the King" rang out from the 2,300-member congregation. Trumpet fanfare sounded along with gun salutes across Britain and beyond. Returning to Buckingham Palace in the day's second horse-drawn parade, the royal family appeared on the balcony to applause and more chants of approbation from tens of thousands of well-wishers braving a spring downpour. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, looked stunning in a white ensemble at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. The momentous day was celebrated with great aplomb in London where nearly 2000 guests from across the world marked their attendance as King Charles III was formally crowned as the new monarch.&nbsp;<br />
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The day was also a life-changing day for William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales. Kate put her best foot forward in terms of style and was a vision in white in an Alexander McQueen gown. The outfit was made of embroidered ivory silk crape. Over her stunning dress, she wore the ceremonial coronation robe in blue and red.&nbsp;<br />
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Her hair was worn in a neat&nbsp;tied in an updo hairstyle. It was her hair accessory that became a talking point as she wore a stunning silver dual-layered leaf-patterned headpiece, made by Jess Collett and Alexander McQueen.</p>

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<p>Her accessories came from the pearl drop earrings in her ears which perhaps once belonged to her mother-in-law Princess Diana. She kept her make-up minimal.&nbsp;</p>

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She was accompanied to the event by her husband William the first in line to the throne after Charles now. The couple's three children, Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte were also part of the ceremony. Kate's daughter Charlotte matched her mom in a stunning white cape-style Alexander McQueen dress and also wore a dazzling crystal silver leaf headpiece from the same milliner across her hair, which was braided in a bun hairstyle.</p>

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Prince Harry was also in attendance at the coronation of his father King Charles III. However, his wife Meghan Markle skipped the function and stayed back in the USA as the event coincided with their son Prince Archie's birthday today when the young one turns four.&nbsp;<br />
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Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, looked stunning in a white ensemble at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. The momentous day was celebrated with great aplomb in London where nearly 2000 guests from across the world marked their attendance as King Charles III was formally crowned as the new monarch.

Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, looked stunning in a white ensemble at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. The momentous day was celebrated with great aplomb in London where nearly 2000 guests from across the world marked their attendance as King Charles III was formally crowned as the new monarch. The day was also a life-changing day for William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales. Kate put her best foot forward in terms of style and was a vision in white in an Alexander McQueen gown. The outfit was made of embroidered ivory silk crape. Over her stunning dress, she wore the ceremonial coronation robe in blue and red. Her hair was worn in a neat tied in an updo hairstyle. It was her hair accessory that became a talking point as she wore a stunning silver dual-layered leaf-patterned headpiece, made by Jess Collett and Alexander McQueen. Here at Westminster Abbey for the #Coronation of King Charles III pic.twitter.com/hF704nBtsK — The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) May 6, 2023 × Her accessories came from the pearl drop earrings in her ears which perhaps once belonged to her mother-in-law Princess Diana. She kept her make-up minimal. She was accompanied to the event by her husband William the first in line to the throne after Charles now. The couple's three children, Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte were also part of the ceremony. Kate's daughter Charlotte matched her mom in a stunning white cape-style Alexander McQueen dress and also wore a dazzling crystal silver leaf headpiece from the same milliner across her hair, which was braided in a bun hairstyle. Prince Harry was also in attendance at the coronation of his father King Charles III. However, his wife Meghan Markle skipped the function and stayed back in the USA as the event coincided with their son Prince Archie's birthday today when the young one turns four. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>King Charles III's enduring case of puffy fingers has captivated the attention of royal watchers and the general public alike. The distinct appearance of his fingers, resembling swollen sausages, has sparked widespread speculation regarding the underlying cause of this peculiar physical condition. Shedding some light on the matter, a medical expert has weighed in on the possible explanation. Dr. Chun Tang, the Medical Director at Pall Mall Medical in Manchester, recently spoke to The Daily Mail, stating, "There are numerous reasons a person may suffer with 'sausage' fingers. Often, puffy fingers are a symptom of water retention, which can be caused by various health conditions. Medically, this condition is referred to as dactylitis."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, "This condition arises due to inflammation and can be a result of arthritis, multiple bacterial infections or even TB. Other possibilities include high salt levels, allergic reactions, medicinal side effects, injury and autoimmune diseases. Treatment for this condition can be determined when the underlying cause is identified. A blood test should be carried out to determine the underlying issues."</p>

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<p>We hope whatever the condition that is afflicting King Charles III is, he gets better soon. He is all set to be officially crowned the monarch of United Kingdom today (May 6).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Charles ascended to the throne on September 8, 2022. Now, he will formally cement his position as the king of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. The coronation ceremony, deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism, revolves around an Anglican service of Holy Communion.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is an occasion of great significance, showcasing the monarch's spiritual role and secular responsibilities. As part of the ritual, Charles will be anointed, bestowed with the coronation regalia, and ultimately crowned.&nbsp;</p>

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King Charles III's enduring case of puffy fingers has captivated the attention of royal watchers and the general public alike. The distinct appearance of his fingers, resembling swollen sausages, has sparked widespread speculation regarding the underlying cause of this peculiar physical condition.

King Charles III's enduring case of puffy fingers has captivated the attention of royal watchers and the general public alike. The distinct appearance of his fingers, resembling swollen sausages, has sparked widespread speculation regarding the underlying cause of this peculiar physical condition. Shedding some light on the matter, a medical expert has weighed in on the possible explanation. Dr. Chun Tang, the Medical Director at Pall Mall Medical in Manchester, recently spoke to The Daily Mail, stating, "There are numerous reasons a person may suffer with 'sausage' fingers. Often, puffy fingers are a symptom of water retention, which can be caused by various health conditions. Medically, this condition is referred to as dactylitis." He added, "This condition arises due to inflammation and can be a result of arthritis, multiple bacterial infections or even TB. Other possibilities include high salt levels, allergic reactions, medicinal side effects, injury and autoimmune diseases. Treatment for this condition can be determined when the underlying cause is identified. A blood test should be carried out to determine the underlying issues." We hope whatever the condition that is afflicting King Charles III is, he gets better soon. He is all set to be officially crowned the monarch of United Kingdom today (May 6). Following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Charles ascended to the throne on September 8, 2022. Now, he will formally cement his position as the king of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. The coronation ceremony, deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism, revolves around an Anglican service of Holy Communion. It is an occasion of great significance, showcasing the monarch's spiritual role and secular responsibilities. As part of the ritual, Charles will be anointed, bestowed with the coronation regalia, and ultimately crowned. The ceremony will be attended by dignitaries from across the globe, who will gather to pay their respects and witness the moment. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>There is an Indian connection at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. Lord Indarjit Singh, a British Sikh peer, will be handing over a key item of the regalia to the King during the coronation ceremony a few hours from now. Lord Singh's presence is part of the multi-faith note at the traditional Christian ceremony. The coronation ceremony will be taking place in London on May 6. &nbsp;<br />
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Lord Singh, 90, will form part of a procession of peers who walk up to the altar before he hands over the Coronation Glove, which is a demonstration of the Sovereign as an advocate and challenger for the protection and honour of the people. It also bears a second meaning, as a reminder of holding power, symbolised in the royal Sceptre, gently in a gloved hand.<br />
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"It's a great honour for myself, but much more for the wider Sikh community, in this country, in India and further afield wherever Sikhs are across the globe. It's a recognition of the King's view of inclusivity," said Lord Singh to the news agency PTI ahead of the historic ceremony.<br />
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He will be joined by Lord Syed Kamall, 56, of Indo-Guyanese heritage. He will represent the Muslim faith and present the Armills or a pair of bracelets. Lord Narendra Babubhai Patel, 84, will represent the Hindu faith and hand over the Sovereign's Ring. Baroness Gillian Merron, 64, who is Jewish, will carry the Robe Royal to the King.<br />
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"It is something like the story of the three kings [from the Bible], now it's been inflated by faith inflation to four people bearing gifts," said Singh.<br />
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"As far as the procession goes, that is fairly usual and normal. It's always there on a Commonwealth Day service. The unusual element is the presentation of the gifts, that we go in turn to the King who is seated on a throne on a platform and offer him - in my case, it will be the Coronation Glove," he explains.<br />
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Singh is the founder of the Network of Singh Organisations (NSO) and was honoured with a CBE by the late Queen Elizabeth II for services to interfaith harmony. He has known Charles personally for many years.&nbsp;<br />
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"I have known King Charles for many years, we met on many occasions, seminars, and presentations, and I admire the work he is doing against global warming, care of the environment and so on. But I admire his attitude to religion even more," said the community leader and prominent interlocutor on the Sikh faith in the UK.<br />
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"He invited some of us faith leaders to Buckingham Palace on the weekend of the Queen's funeral to stress that he is the Head of the Church of England, but he will show total respect for other faiths. And, in all the years that I've known him, I've seen this to be true," he said.</p>

<p>Singh is confident that the new monarch is on course to make a huge contribution to further not only interfaith relations but to make religion, often regarded as a cause of conflict, a force of good.<br />
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There is an Indian connection at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. Lord Indarjit Singh, a British Sikh peer, will be handing over a key item of the regalia to the King during the coronation ceremony a few hours from now.

There is an Indian connection at King Charles III's coronation ceremony. Lord Indarjit Singh, a British Sikh peer, will be handing over a key item of the regalia to the King during the coronation ceremony a few hours from now. Lord Singh's presence is part of the multi-faith note at the traditional Christian ceremony. The coronation ceremony will be taking place in London on May 6. Lord Singh, 90, will form part of a procession of peers who walk up to the altar before he hands over the Coronation Glove, which is a demonstration of the Sovereign as an advocate and challenger for the protection and honour of the people. It also bears a second meaning, as a reminder of holding power, symbolised in the royal Sceptre, gently in a gloved hand. "It's a great honour for myself, but much more for the wider Sikh community, in this country, in India and further afield wherever Sikhs are across the globe. It's a recognition of the King's view of inclusivity," said Lord Singh to the news agency PTI ahead of the historic ceremony. He will be joined by Lord Syed Kamall, 56, of Indo-Guyanese heritage. He will represent the Muslim faith and present the Armills or a pair of bracelets. Lord Narendra Babubhai Patel, 84, will represent the Hindu faith and hand over the Sovereign's Ring. Baroness Gillian Merron, 64, who is Jewish, will carry the Robe Royal to the King. "It is something like the story of the three kings [from the Bible], now it's been inflated by faith inflation to four people bearing gifts," said Singh. "As far as the procession goes, that is fairly usual and normal. It's always there on a Commonwealth Day service. The unusual element is the presentation of the gifts, that we go in turn to the King who is seated on a throne on a platform and offer him - in my case, it will be the Coronation Glove," he explains. Singh is the founder of the Network of Singh Organisations (NSO) and was honoured with a CBE by the late Queen Elizabeth II for services to interfaith harmony. He has known Charles personally for many years. "I have known King Charles for many years, we met on many occasions, seminars, and presentations, and I admire the work he is doing against global warming, care of the environment and so on. But I admire his attitude to religion even more," said the community leader and prominent interlocutor on the Sikh faith in the UK. "He invited some of us faith leaders to Buckingham Palace on the weekend of the Queen's funeral to stress that he is the Head of the Church of England, but he will show total respect for other faiths. And, in all the years that I've known him, I've seen this to be true," he said. Singh is confident that the new monarch is on course to make a huge contribution to further not only interfaith relations but to make religion, often regarded as a cause of conflict, a force of good. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Fashion designer Priyanka Mallick, a 29-year-old resident of the Indian state of West Bengal's Hooghly district, has created a dress for Queen Camilla and a brooch for King Charles III. Her designs have received appreciation from the Royal family, and she has been invited to attend the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London as well. Despite her excitement and gratitude for the recognition, Mallick will not be able to attend the ceremony due to health reasons. However, she may attend a function organised by the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata on the same day. Mallick had approached the Royal family representatives to say that she wanted to design a dress for the Queen, and upon their approval, she received a letter of appreciation.</p>

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<p>She told the news agency PTI, "It was an incredible feeling when I came to know that the queen and the king appreciated my designs of the dress and brooch. When I received the letter of appreciation, I was thrilled. One email or letter from Buckingham Palace means a lot more to me."</p>

<p>Having pursued her passion for fashion since completing her education, Mallick holds an impressive track record. She graduated in fashion design from Milan University in Italy, where she also obtained her master's degree. Her dedication and hard work have earned her notable accolades, including winning the International Fashion Designer Marathon in Milan in 2019, being named Fashion Stylist of the Year in Milan in 2020, and receiving the Real Super Women Award in India in 2022.</p>

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<p>While Mallick's achievements have garnered recognition and praise from the Royal family, she shared that her village community seemed unaware of her remarkable accomplishment.</p>

<h2><strong>King Charles III's coronation</strong></h2>

<p>Following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Charles ascended to the throne on September 8, 2022. Now, he will formally cement his position as the king of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. The coronation ceremony, deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism, revolves around an Anglican service of Holy Communion. As part of the ritual, Charles will be anointed, bestowed with the coronation regalia, and ultimately crowned.&nbsp;</p>

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Fashion designer Priyanka Mallick, a 29-year-old resident of the Indian state of West Bengal's Hooghly district, has created a dress for Queen Camilla and a brooch for King Charles III.

Fashion designer Priyanka Mallick, a 29-year-old resident of the Indian state of West Bengal's Hooghly district, has created a dress for Queen Camilla and a brooch for King Charles III. Her designs have received appreciation from the Royal family, and she has been invited to attend the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London as well. Despite her excitement and gratitude for the recognition, Mallick will not be able to attend the ceremony due to health reasons. However, she may attend a function organised by the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata on the same day. Mallick had approached the Royal family representatives to say that she wanted to design a dress for the Queen, and upon their approval, she received a letter of appreciation. She told the news agency PTI, "It was an incredible feeling when I came to know that the queen and the king appreciated my designs of the dress and brooch. When I received the letter of appreciation, I was thrilled. One email or letter from Buckingham Palace means a lot more to me." Having pursued her passion for fashion since completing her education, Mallick holds an impressive track record. She graduated in fashion design from Milan University in Italy, where she also obtained her master's degree. Her dedication and hard work have earned her notable accolades, including winning the International Fashion Designer Marathon in Milan in 2019, being named Fashion Stylist of the Year in Milan in 2020, and receiving the Real Super Women Award in India in 2022. Also Read: King Charles III's Coronation LIVE UPDATES! While Mallick's achievements have garnered recognition and praise from the Royal family, she shared that her village community seemed unaware of her remarkable accomplishment. King Charles III's coronation Following the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Charles ascended to the throne on September 8, 2022. Now, he will formally cement his position as the king of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms. The coronation ceremony, deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism, revolves around an Anglican service of Holy Communion. As part of the ritual, Charles will be anointed, bestowed with the coronation regalia, and ultimately crowned. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>King Charles's coronation is set to take place in a few hours from now. Every event of the British royal family is watched and followed with great interest the world over. This ceremony is no different even though it has been heavily downsized to about 2000 guests compared to the 8000s guests who attended Queen Elizabeth's coronation ceremony in 1953.<br />
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Royal events are typically attended by not just members of the royal family but by prominent celebrities and world leaders from the world over. Here's a look at everyone who is expected to not attend King Charles's coronation.</p>

<p><strong>Meghan Markle</strong></p>

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<p>Prince Harry, Charles' younger son, will be attending his father's coronation ceremony minus his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Archie and Lilibet. Markle will remain in California. The move comes months after Meghan and Harry's Netflix documentary was released where the two spoke candidly about their strained relationship with the royal family. "Buckingham Palace is pleased to confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on May 6th," the palace said in a statement a few weeks earlier.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Joe Biden</strong></p>

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The White House confirmed that President Joe Biden will not be attending the coronation. However, his wife, First Lady Jill Biden will be there. During a phone call with King Charles, President Biden congratulated the King on his coronation and said that he hopes to meet with him in the United Kingdom in the future, according to a White House readout of the call. Interestingly, no sitting President of the US has ever attended a coronation ceremony in Britain.&nbsp;<br />
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Charles' former sister-in-law and Prince Andrew's ex-wife Sarah Ferguson will not be attending the coronation ceremony. Ferguson and Prince Andrew have been divorced since 1996 but Ferguson still retains her title as the Duchess of York. She also still lives with Prince Andrew at Royal Lodge, which they were recently asked to vacate. Andrew, himself, will not participate in the ceremony although he is expected to attend it.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Lady Pamela Hicks</strong></p>

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Owing to the downsizing of the event, several British aristocrats and politicians have been snubbed from the ceremony. Lady Pamela Hicks is one of them as it is being reported that the Palace did not extend an invitation to the former lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Hicks is also the first cousin of Charles later, the late Prince Philip. Her daughter, India, revealed on Instagram that her mother didn't mind. In fact, she found it to be sensible to base invitations on meritocracy, not aristocracy, and said she plans to "follow with great interest the events of this new reign."</p>

<p><strong>Sir Elton John</strong></p>

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Sir Elton John has had a long-standing relationship with the royal family. He was known to be close to Princess Diana, King Charles's former wife. Elton John is also known to be close to Harry and Meghan. Reports state that the 'Rocket Man' singer was asked to perform at the King's coronation. His team confirmed to Rolling Stone that he declined due to a scheduling conflict.</p>

<p>Several news agencies have also reported that leaders from Russia, Belarus, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Syria, Venezuela, and Iran have also been not inviting and hence will not be attending. Leaders from North Korea and Nicaragua were "offered the chance to attend at a diplomatic level," but would not be attending.&nbsp;<br />
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King Charles's coronation is set to take place in a few hours from now. Every event of the British royal family is watched and followed with great interest the world over.

King Charles's coronation is set to take place in a few hours from now. Every event of the British royal family is watched and followed with great interest the world over. This ceremony is no different even though it has been heavily downsized to about 2000 guests compared to the 8000s guests who attended Queen Elizabeth's coronation ceremony in 1953. Royal events are typically attended by not just members of the royal family but by prominent celebrities and world leaders from the world over. Here's a look at everyone who is expected to not attend King Charles's coronation. Meghan Markle Prince Harry, Charles' younger son, will be attending his father's coronation ceremony minus his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Archie and Lilibet. Markle will remain in California. The move comes months after Meghan and Harry's Netflix documentary was released where the two spoke candidly about their strained relationship with the royal family. "Buckingham Palace is pleased to confirm that The Duke of Sussex will attend the Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on May 6th," the palace said in a statement a few weeks earlier. Joe Biden The White House confirmed that President Joe Biden will not be attending the coronation. However, his wife, First Lady Jill Biden will be there. During a phone call with King Charles, President Biden congratulated the King on his coronation and said that he hopes to meet with him in the United Kingdom in the future, according to a White House readout of the call. Interestingly, no sitting President of the US has ever attended a coronation ceremony in Britain. Sarah Ferguson Charles' former sister-in-law and Prince Andrew's ex-wife Sarah Ferguson will not be attending the coronation ceremony. Ferguson and Prince Andrew have been divorced since 1996 but Ferguson still retains her title as the Duchess of York. She also still lives with Prince Andrew at Royal Lodge, which they were recently asked to vacate. Andrew, himself, will not participate in the ceremony although he is expected to attend it. Lady Pamela Hicks Owing to the downsizing of the event, several British aristocrats and politicians have been snubbed from the ceremony. Lady Pamela Hicks is one of them as it is being reported that the Palace did not extend an invitation to the former lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth II. Hicks is also the first cousin of Charles later, the late Prince Philip. Her daughter, India, revealed on Instagram that her mother didn't mind. In fact, she found it to be sensible to base invitations on meritocracy, not aristocracy, and said she plans to "follow with great interest the events of this new reign." Sir Elton John Sir Elton John has had a long-standing relationship with the royal family. He was known to be close to Princess Diana, King Charles's former wife. Elton John is also known to be close to Harry and Meghan. Reports state that the 'Rocket Man' singer was asked to perform at the King's coronation. His team confirmed to Rolling Stone that he declined due to a scheduling conflict. Several news agencies have also reported that leaders from Russia, Belarus, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Syria, Venezuela, and Iran have also been not inviting and hence will not be attending. Leaders from North Korea and Nicaragua were "offered the chance to attend at a diplomatic level," but would not be attending.

Meghan Markle to Joe Biden: These celebrities are not attending King Charles' coronation ceremony

<p>In less than 24 hours, King Charles III will officially take over as the British king. On May 6&nbsp;(Saturday), the United Kingdom will crown the King. Even as dozens of royal fans have started camping out in Central London ahead of King Charles III's coronation, not everyone is excited about the upcoming event. Multiple polls conducted recently have found that the excitement levels are subpar at best.</p>

<p>For some Britons, Saturday's event is a "once in a lifetime" event, for others it is a welcome occasion for the day off from work it comes with. However, for many, the huge event and the royal family are akin to a vampire sucking the blood of its victim.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Talking to Reuters, Philip Nash, a street sweeper in Whitechapel, a more run-down area of east London, said, "They (the royals) just take everything from me. They never do a day's work."</p>

<p>"I'd like to see one of them come out here, come sweep this street. Have you known any of them to do a day's work? They are like vampires, sucking my blood," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His sentiments are shared by many Britons who believe that a spectacular ceremony for the royals seemed inappropriate when many are dealing with high inflation that has topped 10 per cent and has sent the cost of energy and food soaring.</p>

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<p>A YouGov poll published on May 4&nbsp;found that only about one-third or 35 per cent of those asked about the coronation cared about it. A whopping 62 per cent were&nbsp;divided between caring 'not at all' and 'not very much'.</p>

<p>Another YouGov poll conducted last month found that around 48 per cent of those surveyed were not likely to participate in the coronation or even watch it on TV.</p>

<p>Yet another poll found that King Charles III's approval ratings have taken a dip. The poll by Ipsos released in April found that the British King's approval rating fell from 61 per cent in September 2022, to 49 per cent in April 2023.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Compared to him, Kate, the Princess of Wales — who came out on top, her husband and heir to the throne, Prince William, "any of the king's grandchildren", and Charles's sister Princess Anne emerged as the public's favourite royals.</p>

<p>A Mirror UK poll found that the support for monarchy as an institution has also declined from 62 per cent to 58 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another survey from the National Centre for Social Research found that while 55 per cent of the British public consider the monarchy to be important, those who say that its retention is “very important” stood at just 29 per cent, the lowest proportion on record.</p>

<p>The origins of the coronation on Sunday date back around 1,000 years and it is slated to be the biggest ceremonial event since the one staged for King Charles' mother Queen Elizabeth in 1953. The event as per Reuters, will include a display of pageantry and a huge military procession.</p>

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In less than 24 hours, King Charles III will officially take over as the British king. On May 6 (Saturday), the United Kingdom will crown the King. Even as dozens of royal fans have started camping out in Central London ahead of King Charles III's coronation, not everyone is excited about the upcoming event.

In less than 24 hours, King Charles III will officially take over as the British king. On May 6 (Saturday), the United Kingdom will crown the King. Even as dozens of royal fans have started camping out in Central London ahead of King Charles III's coronation, not everyone is excited about the upcoming event. Multiple polls conducted recently have found that the excitement levels are subpar at best. For some Britons, Saturday's event is a "once in a lifetime" event, for others it is a welcome occasion for the day off from work it comes with. However, for many, the huge event and the royal family are akin to a vampire sucking the blood of its victim. Also read | King Charles' coronation: Jamaica, Belize eye ditching Britain's monarchy Talking to Reuters, Philip Nash, a street sweeper in Whitechapel, a more run-down area of east London, said, "They (the royals) just take everything from me. They never do a day's work." "I'd like to see one of them come out here, come sweep this street. Have you known any of them to do a day's work? They are like vampires, sucking my blood," he added. His sentiments are shared by many Britons who believe that a spectacular ceremony for the royals seemed inappropriate when many are dealing with high inflation that has topped 10 per cent and has sent the cost of energy and food soaring. Watch | King Charles III Coronation: London to witness coronation ceremony after 70 years A YouGov poll published on May 4 found that only about one-third or 35 per cent of those asked about the coronation cared about it. A whopping 62 per cent were divided between caring 'not at all' and 'not very much'. Another YouGov poll conducted last month found that around 48 per cent of those surveyed were not likely to participate in the coronation or even watch it on TV. Yet another poll found that King Charles III's approval ratings have taken a dip. The poll by Ipsos released in April found that the British King's approval rating fell from 61 per cent in September 2022, to 49 per cent in April 2023. Also read | King Charles 'defender of faith' to include peers from Jew, Hindu, Muslim & Sikh faiths in his coronation Compared to him, Kate, the Princess of Wales — who came out on top, her husband and heir to the throne, Prince William, "any of the king's grandchildren", and Charles's sister Princess Anne emerged as the public's favourite royals. A Mirror UK poll found that the support for monarchy as an institution has also declined from 62 per cent to 58 per cent. Another survey from the National Centre for Social Research found that while 55 per cent of the British public consider the monarchy to be important, those who say that its retention is “very important” stood at just 29 per cent, the lowest proportion on record. The origins of the coronation on Sunday date back around 1,000 years and it is slated to be the biggest ceremonial event since the one staged for King Charles' mother Queen Elizabeth in 1953. The event as per Reuters, will include a display of pageantry and a huge military procession. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>On Saturday (May 6), King Charles III will be wearing heavy golden robes for the moment of crowning. Prince William will assist his father and help him place the ceremonial robes. The monarch's investiture attire will consist of the Supertunica, the Imperial Mantle, and the Royal Stole along with the St Edward's Crown.</p>

<p>Supertunica is a long shimmering gold-sleeved coat created for George V in 1911. It has been worn by monarchs at successive coronations, including the late Queen Elizabeth II. It weighs about two kilogrammes and is made of gold silk threads, wrapped in thin pieces of gold or silver gilt metal. Its best feature is stylised arabesque embroidery and floral motifs.</p>

<p>On top of Supertunica, Britain's monarch will wear a floor-length cloak called the Imperial Mantle. It fastens across the chest with a golden eagle clasp.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The priest-like mantle was made for George IV in 1821 and weighs about 3 to 4 kg.&nbsp;It is embellished with beautiful motifs like&nbsp;fleur-de-lis and imperial eagles along with national floral emblems of red-pink roses, blue thistles and green shamrocks.&nbsp;Queen Elizabeth II also wore it during her&nbsp;coronation in 1953.</p>

<p>During the crowning&nbsp;ceremony,&nbsp;the Archbishop of Canterbury will place the 2 kg St Edward's Crown on Charles'&nbsp;head. And,&nbsp;that will be&nbsp;the first and only time he will wear that crown, in line with royal traditions that reserve the crown exclusively for the occasion.</p>

<p>It was originally made for the coronation of Charles II in 1661 and later worn by Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953.</p>

<p>Monarchs in the modern era have consciously opted to reuse&nbsp;some garments, just as Charles has. However, going a step further, he has decided to reuse the coronation sword belt and glove, which are usually made new for every ceremony.</p>

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<p>The&nbsp;move is aimed at making the event more sustainable. He will be reusing the belt and glove worn by his grandfather George VI — the last male monarch.</p>

<p>"It was the King's personal decision,"&nbsp;Caroline de Guitaut, deputy surveyor of the King's Works of Art at the Royal Collection Trust told CNN, adding that the items remain in "remarkable condition".</p>

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On Saturday (May 6), King Charles III will be wearing heavy golden robes for the moment of crowning. Prince William will assist his father and help him place the ceremonial robes.

On Saturday (May 6), King Charles III will be wearing heavy golden robes for the moment of crowning. Prince William will assist his father and help him place the ceremonial robes. The monarch's investiture attire will consist of the Supertunica, the Imperial Mantle, and the Royal Stole along with the St Edward's Crown. Supertunica is a long shimmering gold-sleeved coat created for George V in 1911. It has been worn by monarchs at successive coronations, including the late Queen Elizabeth II. It weighs about two kilogrammes and is made of gold silk threads, wrapped in thin pieces of gold or silver gilt metal. Its best feature is stylised arabesque embroidery and floral motifs. On top of Supertunica, Britain's monarch will wear a floor-length cloak called the Imperial Mantle. It fastens across the chest with a golden eagle clasp. Also read: The sustainable King? Charles III to wear previously worn regalia at coronation The priest-like mantle was made for George IV in 1821 and weighs about 3 to 4 kg. It is embellished with beautiful motifs like fleur-de-lis and imperial eagles along with national floral emblems of red-pink roses, blue thistles and green shamrocks. Queen Elizabeth II also wore it during her coronation in 1953. During the crowning ceremony, the Archbishop of Canterbury will place the 2 kg St Edward's Crown on Charles' head. And, that will be the first and only time he will wear that crown, in line with royal traditions that reserve the crown exclusively for the occasion. It was originally made for the coronation of Charles II in 1661 and later worn by Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation in 1953. Monarchs in the modern era have consciously opted to reuse some garments, just as Charles has. However, going a step further, he has decided to reuse the coronation sword belt and glove, which are usually made new for every ceremony. Also read: Prince William will honour King Charles with special vow during coronation The move is aimed at making the event more sustainable. He will be reusing the belt and glove worn by his grandfather George VI — the last male monarch. "It was the King's personal decision," Caroline de Guitaut, deputy surveyor of the King's Works of Art at the Royal Collection Trust told CNN, adding that the items remain in "remarkable condition". "And it's in keeping with this idea of sustainability and efficiency to reuse these pieces," she added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery.</p>

<p>King Charles’ coronation is scheduled for next week, May 6&nbsp;to be exact. To cash in on the festivities surrounding the coronation, opportunistic brands across the United Kingdom have launched marketing campaigns offering freebies to the royal couple’s namesakes.</p>

<p>These freebies range from free coffee to a mini break at fancy resorts. Winners just have to share the name Charles or Camilla and in some instances, even variations of the names will do.</p>

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<p>Butlin’s, a company with “a chain of large seaside resorts”, is offering the Charles (s) and Camilla (s) of the UK a free mini break at the resort of their choice. Not only this, this experience comes with a package deal of premium dining and the chance to see ‘The Masked Singer,’ a reality singing show live. Don’t fret if your name isn’t Camilla or Charles. As per the Guardian, this “prize” is also available for people named Charlie, Charli, Charl, Kamilla or Cammie.</p>

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<p>Another free vacation, or rather stay-cation, has been made available for the royal couple’s namesakes by Warner Holidays. They are offering a two-night staycation “fit for a king,” to people named Charles and Camilla. No variations of the names are allowed here.</p>

<p>Don’t have time for a vacation but you enjoy food? “Eat like a king” with HelloFresh, which is offering recipe boxes with a special menu to mark the event, this comes with “pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards.”</p>

<p>Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, famed for housing secret British code-breaking activities during World War II, is offering free entry to the historic site. Tickets here cost £25.50 or $32.06 a pop for adults.</p>

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P.S. To honour the Coronation of Their Royal Majesties, anyone with the first name Charles or Camilla, or any derivative of, will receive free entry for the day!<a href="https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V">https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V</a> <a href="https://t.co/YDP1mC4WuX">pic.twitter.com/YDP1mC4WuX</a></p>
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<p>However, as per marketing experts, even as brands jump on the bandwagon, not all the offerings are “fit for a king”.</p>

<p>Talking to the Guardian Catherine Shuttleworth, chief executive of Savvy Marketing remarked, “We are seeing brands jumping on the bandwagon, but not everything has a natural or an obvious fit.” She pointed the finger at Tesco, which made headlines for its “let’s celebrate the king’s coronation” signs next to sanitary products.</p>

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<p>Tesco’s sign left the internet in splits with netizens cracking puns like: “Menstruation for the Coronation,” and “Not what’s typically meant by ‘bleeding for King and Country’ but fair play.”</p>

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With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery.

With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery. King Charles’ coronation is scheduled for next week, May 6 to be exact. To cash in on the festivities surrounding the coronation, opportunistic brands across the United Kingdom have launched marketing campaigns offering freebies to the royal couple’s namesakes. These freebies range from free coffee to a mini break at fancy resorts. Winners just have to share the name Charles or Camilla and in some instances, even variations of the names will do. Also read | Tom Cruise, Sonam Kapoor will participate in King Charles' starry coronation concert 👑 Make your extra bank holiday a Royal affair 👑@The_CosyClub is toasting the Coronation with special menu items, music and games! Even receive a FREE cocktail if you are called Charles, Camilla or King (surname)! For more: https://t.co/WGVj6W2kcC#worcestershirehour pic.twitter.com/RQ7KqtDIRk — Worcester BID (@WorcesterBID) April 20, 2023 × Butlin’s, a company with “a chain of large seaside resorts”, is offering the Charles (s) and Camilla (s) of the UK a free mini break at the resort of their choice. Not only this, this experience comes with a package deal of premium dining and the chance to see ‘The Masked Singer,’ a reality singing show live. Don’t fret if your name isn’t Camilla or Charles. As per the Guardian, this “prize” is also available for people named Charlie, Charli, Charl, Kamilla or Cammie. The Coronation of King Charles III is almost here, so to celebrate we’re giving away THREE free breaks to three royally lucky winners with names linked to the new King & Queen Consort! 👑 To find out more and enter, head here 👉 https://t.co/xIzQLGPLrF #Competition #Coronation pic.twitter.com/veW8Ff1ity — Butlin's (@Butlins) April 18, 2023 × Another free vacation, or rather stay-cation, has been made available for the royal couple’s namesakes by Warner Holidays. They are offering a two-night staycation “fit for a king,” to people named Charles and Camilla. No variations of the names are allowed here. Don’t have time for a vacation but you enjoy food? “Eat like a king” with HelloFresh, which is offering recipe boxes with a special menu to mark the event, this comes with “pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards.” Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, famed for housing secret British code-breaking activities during World War II, is offering free entry to the historic site. Tickets here cost £25.50 or $32.06 a pop for adults. 1 week to go until the #Coronation! Why not celebrate this historical day at Bletchley Park? P.S. To honour the Coronation of Their Royal Majesties, anyone with the first name Charles or Camilla, or any derivative of, will receive free entry for the day!https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V pic.twitter.com/YDP1mC4WuX — Bletchley Park (@bletchleypark) April 29, 2023 × Also read | King Charles coronation: A timeline of key events from monarch's life However, as per marketing experts, even as brands jump on the bandwagon, not all the offerings are “fit for a king”. Talking to the Guardian Catherine Shuttleworth, chief executive of Savvy Marketing remarked, “We are seeing brands jumping on the bandwagon, but not everything has a natural or an obvious fit.” She pointed the finger at Tesco, which made headlines for its “let’s celebrate the king’s coronation” signs next to sanitary products. Tesco really making us celebrate the Kings coronation … 😂 pic.twitter.com/O5Js0nINtu — Lord Melbury (@BottomLineLord) April 21, 2023 × Tesco’s sign left the internet in splits with netizens cracking puns like: “Menstruation for the Coronation,” and “Not what’s typically meant by ‘bleeding for King and Country’ but fair play.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Almost three decades since the-then prince Charles' proclamation that he is more of a "defender of&nbsp;faith" than "the faith," Britain's King as per a Times report is all set to incorporate other religions into his coronation ceremony.&nbsp;As per the report, "Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Jewish peers will present the King with four key pieces of coronation regalia during the ceremony at Westminster Abbey."</p>

<p>This is the first involvement of non-Christian figures in the crowning of a British monarch. Four members of the House of Lords will be part of the main ceremony; members of the Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Jewish communities, will represent their faiths.</p>

<p>As per the reports, while these clerics will most probably not be given the chance to speak or even read out blessings, they will form a "faith procession."</p>

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<p>This move is also significant because it highlights the important role of the House of Lords in official royal events.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Times, the inclusion of representatives from different faiths in the coronation ceremony reflects the changing demographics of the United Kingdom, which has become increasingly diverse in recent years. It also acknowledges the important role that religion plays in the lives of many British citizens.</p>

<p>However, as per a Daily Mail report, Church leaders are resisting the role of other faith leaders in King Charles' coronation ceremony. The ceremony is traditionally an Anglican ceremony and is also a constitutional event. As per the publication, a compromise might be required. This could mean that the King holds a separate ceremony in which other faith leaders would play an active role.</p>

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<p>According to the Bill of Rights Act 1688, which was modified by the Accession Declaration Act of 1910, the Monarch, who serves as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, must declare during his Coronation or at the first State Opening of Parliament that he is a loyal Protestant and will guarantee the Protestant succession. Furthermore, under the Coronation Oath Act of 1688, the monarch, in this case, the king is obligated to declare that he will uphold the established Anglican Protestant Church.<br />
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Almost three decades since the-then prince Charles' proclamation that he is more of a "defender of faith" than "the faith," Britain's King as per a Times report is all set to incorporate other religions into his coronation ceremony.

Almost three decades since the-then prince Charles' proclamation that he is more of a "defender of faith" than "the faith," Britain's King as per a Times report is all set to incorporate other religions into his coronation ceremony. As per the report, "Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Jewish peers will present the King with four key pieces of coronation regalia during the ceremony at Westminster Abbey." This is the first involvement of non-Christian figures in the crowning of a British monarch. Four members of the House of Lords will be part of the main ceremony; members of the Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and Jewish communities, will represent their faiths. As per the reports, while these clerics will most probably not be given the chance to speak or even read out blessings, they will form a "faith procession." Also read | King Charles breaks coronation tradition: Monarch to be anointed with animal cruelty-free oil This move is also significant because it highlights the important role of the House of Lords in official royal events. As per Times, the inclusion of representatives from different faiths in the coronation ceremony reflects the changing demographics of the United Kingdom, which has become increasingly diverse in recent years. It also acknowledges the important role that religion plays in the lives of many British citizens. However, as per a Daily Mail report, Church leaders are resisting the role of other faith leaders in King Charles' coronation ceremony. The ceremony is traditionally an Anglican ceremony and is also a constitutional event. As per the publication, a compromise might be required. This could mean that the King holds a separate ceremony in which other faith leaders would play an active role. Also read | 10 things named after King Charles III According to the Bill of Rights Act 1688, which was modified by the Accession Declaration Act of 1910, the Monarch, who serves as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, must declare during his Coronation or at the first State Opening of Parliament that he is a loyal Protestant and will guarantee the Protestant succession. Furthermore, under the Coronation Oath Act of 1688, the monarch, in this case, the king is obligated to declare that he will uphold the established Anglican Protestant Church. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

King Charles 'defender of faith' to include peers from Jew, Hindu, Muslim & Sikh faiths in his coronation

<p>King Charles III on Thursday encountered a group of anti-monarchy activists while on walkabout in the city of Milton Keynes north of London.</p>

<p>A group of protesters held up distinctive yellow placards with the message "Not my king", joining a crowd waving Union Jack flags.</p>

<p>The demonstration was organised by "Republic", a group calling for an end to the monarchy and an elected head of state in Britain.</p>

<p>Local newspaper the Milton Keynes Citizen reported that Charles "ignored the small banner-waving group" of 20 or so protesters.</p>

<p>Republic's leader Graham Smith wrote on Twitter: "I asked Charles why he's wasting money on the coronation. He didn't want to answer."</p>

<p>"We're determined to get the message across that it's OK to protest against the royals," he added.</p>

<p>Republic has announced it will hold a protest at the coronation on May 6.<br />
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The death of Elizabeth II in September has prompted questions over the future of the royals under Charles and his queen consort Camilla, as the family has been rocked by criticism from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and sex crime allegations against Prince Andrew.</p>

<p>Since the queen's death, several anti-royal protesters have been arrested for holding solo pickets, after legislation on protests was made tougher. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Charles was attending a reception at a church to mark Milton Keynes becoming a city as part of celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee.</p>

<p>He also visited a food bank.</p>


King Charles III on Thursday encountered a group of anti-monarchy activists while on walkabout in the city of Milton Keynes north of London. A group of protesters held up distinctive yellow placards with the message "Not my king", joining a crowd waving Union Jack flags.

King Charles III on Thursday encountered a group of anti-monarchy activists while on walkabout in the city of Milton Keynes north of London. A group of protesters held up distinctive yellow placards with the message "Not my king", joining a crowd waving Union Jack flags. The demonstration was organised by "Republic", a group calling for an end to the monarchy and an elected head of state in Britain. Local newspaper the Milton Keynes Citizen reported that Charles "ignored the small banner-waving group" of 20 or so protesters. Republic's leader Graham Smith wrote on Twitter: "I asked Charles why he's wasting money on the coronation. He didn't want to answer." "We're determined to get the message across that it's OK to protest against the royals," he added. Republic has announced it will hold a protest at the coronation on May 6. The death of Elizabeth II in September has prompted questions over the future of the royals under Charles and his queen consort Camilla, as the family has been rocked by criticism from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and sex crime allegations against Prince Andrew. Since the queen's death, several anti-royal protesters have been arrested for holding solo pickets, after legislation on protests was made tougher. Charles was attending a reception at a church to mark Milton Keynes becoming a city as part of celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. He also visited a food bank.

King Charles faces 'not my king' protest on walkabout