The Only Place Outside Of Britain That Queen Elizabeth Ever Called Home
Queen Elizabeth II lived for 96 years before her death in 2022. This is the only place outside of Britain that she ever called home.
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Journalist Spy Revealed The Queen Had Some Charmingly Common Daily Habits
As the world transitions from the death of Queen Elizabeth II and into the reign of King Charles III, tributes and memories are pouring in from far and wide.
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Mourners In Britain Have Been Ordered Not To Leave These Weird Tributes For The Queen
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022, people in the U.K. and around the world have responded in a host of different ways.
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Why Everyone Is Talking About King Charles III's Hands
King Charles III is even more the subject of intense, global public scrutiny now that he has taken the throne, and that includes observations about his health.
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The Curious Coronation Of Charles I Explained
Charles I began bucking tradition from the very start of his reign, well before his infamous execution. This is the curious coronation of Charles I explained.
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What Anne Frank Left For Her Friend Before Going Into Hiding
Hailing from a Jewish family, the home Anne Frank was born into quickly became anything but amidst the rise of Nazism and Adolf Hitler's anti-Semitic wrath.
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UFC Fans Have Intense Reaction Over The Queen's Death
The crowd at UFC 279 jeered and booed during a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
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The Real Reason People Wear Black At Funerals
Wearing black at funerals seems like a no-brainer choice, right? Why do we really do it, though?
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Charles' Official Proclamation As King Had A Jarring Response In Scotland
Scotland is currently a part of the United Kingdom, but In the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death, popular support for an independent Scotland is growing.
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The Cure's Robert Smith Had A Creepy Prediction About The Queen's Death
The Cure frontman Robert Smith once made a prediction about when Queen Elizabeth II would die, and it has turned out to be disturbingly accurate.
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Katharine Hepburn's Time On The African Queen Set Was More Dangerous Than You Thought
At one point during the filming process of The African Queen, Hepburn and a good part of the film crew endured some pretty harrowing physical ramifications.
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The Only Two English Monarchs Who Weren't Crowned In Westminster Abbey
For decades, the rulers of the United Kingdom have been crowned in Westminster Abbey. Only two weren't crowned the historic London church and here is why.
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How The Succession Of The Crown Act Of 2013 Changed The British Line Of Succession
The line of royal succession has a long, complex history and the Crown Act of 2013 upended who would inherit the throne after Queen Elizabeth's death.
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Why You'll Rarely Hear The Phrase 'Rest In Peace' In Judaism
Rather than saying "rest in peace," though, there are a variety of more traditionally Jewish phrases to say when speaking of the dead.
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Who Taught Leonardo Da Vinci?
Leonardo da Vinci may seem like he was born to create masterworks and bring forth invention, but da Vinci needed a teacher, too. Here's who that person was.
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The Royal Beekeeper Just Made A Bizarre Announcement Following The Queen's Death
Besides their human subjects, the United Kingdom's monarch also has a connection to the royal honeybees, to whom are extended certain courtesies.
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Who Is The Garter King Of Arms?
Charles III met with the so-called Privy and Accession Councils, after which time the Garter King of Arms was called into duty. What is he Garter King of Arms?
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One Ceremony In The Proclamation Of The King That Hasn't Changed In Centuries
On September 10, a wholly anachronistic tradition was on full display across the realm following the proclamation of Charles III as king.
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Why Is Everyone Talking About Royal Cyphers After The Queen's Death?
Symbolism is important to a nation, and the traditional symbols of office are especially noteworthy, especially for the United Kingdom's royal family.
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King Charles' Proclamation Was A Historic Event For This Unexpected Reason
Charles III became king upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The public proclamation of that news was a unique event in world history.
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How Nostradamus' Prophecies Were Used As Conflicting WWII Propaganda
Down through the ages, various individuals have laid claim to the gift of prophecy, an ability to predict future events. At the top of the list is Nostradamus.
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One Step Of Queen Elizabeth's Former Nighttime Routine Might Surprise You
As the UK's longest-reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II lived until age 96, and she reportedly — surprisingly — did so in spite of a certain nightly routine.
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Johnny Rotten's Surprising Tribute To Queen Elizabeth
Tributes have streamed in from all corners of the globe in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96, including one from Johhny Rotten.
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Queen Elizabeth's 1970 Visit To New Zealand And Australia Forever Changed Royal Customs
Queen Elizabeth II was a stalwart of British culture but she also broke norms. On her trip to the antipodes, she changed the way the royals did things forever.
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There Were Only 2 Senior Royals To Ever Be Cremated
Funerals for the British royal family are formal ceremonies, and like other official occasions, they are steeped in tradition and follow strict rules.
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Here's How Buckingham Palace Officially Signaled The Queen's Death
Buckingham Palace has been home to many members of English royalty since it was opened in 1837. Here's how it officially signaled the queen's death.
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British Mourners Have Strict Rules To Follow If They Want To Leave Flowers For The Queen
The leader of a nation often holds a special place in the hearts of the citizens. When death comes, many want to express their sorrow over the country's loss.
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