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Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

Norwegian crown princess' son found guilty of rape

The son of Norway's crown princess has been sentenced to four years in prison for rape.

Honours abound in King's Birthday roll call of service

Honours abound in King's Birthday roll call of service

Honours abound in King's Birthday roll call of service

Honours abound in King's Birthday roll call of service

Almost 1000 Australians are waking up with their service to the nation being recognised with honours in the 2026 King's Birthday list.

Indigenous leader's lifelong drive for justice honoured

Indigenous leader's lifelong drive for justice honoured

Indigenous leader's lifelong drive for justice honoured

Indigenous leader's lifelong drive for justice honoured

"Formidable advocate" and longtime Aboriginal rights campaigner Pat Turner has been recognised for her push to deliver Indigenous-led solutions in communities.

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Artist stitches threads of connection around the world

Artist stitches threads of connection around the world

What began as a teenage pastime has helped a rural artist build a unique international career in embroidery, a craft she says keeps culture and history alive.

At 86, honour roll is a piece of cake for sugar artist

At 86, honour roll is a piece of cake for sugar artist

Making the King's Birthday Honours list is a moment of sweet success for Marian Jones, who has been decorating cakes for 75 years.

Family violence crusader, centenarian in King's Honours

Family violence crusader, centenarian in King's Honours

An ex-premier who fought to reduce family violence is among the Australians recognised for their service to the nation in this year's King's Birthday Honours.

'Mind-blowing': honour for man behind snow sports glory

'Mind-blowing': honour for man behind snow sports glory

Michael Kennedy has been honoured for his lasting impact on snow sports, with the former administrator helping Australia become a winter sports powerhouse.

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UK police consider sex misconduct claims against Andrew

UK police consider sex misconduct claims against Andrew

UK police consider sex misconduct claims against Andrew

UK police consider sex misconduct claims against Andrew

British detectives investigating Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will consider allegations of sexual misconduct in their inquiry into the former prince.

Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to become trade envoy

Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to become trade envoy

Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to become trade envoy

Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to become trade envoy

The UK government has released documents on ‌the hiring of former prince Andrew as a trade envoy, saying ‌it found no evidence of proper vetting for the role.

UK PM's leadership woes overshadow parliament's opening

UK PM's leadership woes overshadow parliament's opening

UK PM's leadership woes overshadow parliament's opening

UK PM's leadership woes overshadow parliament's opening

Not even the pomp and ceremony of a speech by King Charles reopening parliament could distract from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership woes.

UK man arrested after former prince Andrew threatened

UK man arrested after former prince Andrew threatened

UK man arrested after former prince Andrew threatened

UK man arrested after former prince Andrew threatened

A man has reportedly been arrested after allegedly approaching Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor while wearing a balaclava and shouting at the former royal.

King bids farewell to Trump as US state visit ends

King bids farewell to Trump as US state visit ends

King bids farewell to Trump as US state visit ends

King bids farewell to Trump as US state visit ends

The King and Queen have said farewell to the US president and first lady as they near the end of a four-day state visit.

King commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

King commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

King commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

King commemorates 9/11 victims in New York visit

King Charles and Queen Camilla have remembered the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks by laying a floral bouquet at a memorial in New York.

King promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress

King promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress

King promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress

King promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress

King Charles has marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain by praising the nations' enduring alliance in defending democracy.

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King to promote UK-US unity in rare speech to Congress

King Charles will use a speech to Congress to say the story of the UK and US since America’s independence is “one of the greatest alliances in human history”.

King arrives in US for state visit amid war differences

King Charles and Donald Trump will renew Anglo-American relations over a cup of tea after the British monarch arrived in Washington DC.

King jets to US for trip eclipsed by Iran and shooting

King Charles is visiting the US, aiming to strengthen ties despite tensions over the Iran war and concerns over a shooting that likely targeted the president.

Giuffre family urge King to ‘show unity with survivors’

Britain's King and Queen are due to arrive in the US on Monday for a four-day visit during which they will meet President Donald Trump.

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King's US visit could mend special relationship: Trump

US President Donald Trump says a state visit from the King and Queen could mend relations with the United Kingdom.

Royal tour to celebrity circuit: Harry, Meghan evolve

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s recent trip has been a stark contrast to their 2018 royal tour, swapping royal duties for reality TV-style appearances.

Ruff treatment for royals during day in the Sydney sun

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have rounded out their time in Australia with a super-exclusive event, a game of rugby and a cuddle with an affectionate dog.

'It killed my mum': Prince Harry reveals royal turmoil

The Duke of Sussex has spoken candidly about the death of his mother and his struggles in his early life as a royal during his final appearance in Melbourne.

Prince Harry honours veterans during solo tour day

The Duke of Sussex has paid tribute to the power of sport in helping veterans overcome trauma, as his wife Meghan made a surprise return to television.

Crowds abuzz for former royal couple's Australian visit

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have received a warm welcome on their return to Australia as they toured charity organisations and a children's hospital.

Harry, Meghan prepare for a very different royal visit

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's four-day trip Down Under is expected to present a stark contrast to their triumphant 2018 trip as working royals.

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