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Prince Andrew’s Comeback Hopes May Have Died With the Queen

Experts say King Charles III is unlikely to rehabilitate his disgraced brother, hoping to draw as little attention to him as possible

Even During Queen Elizabeth II's Reign Violence Was Central to the Empire

From Northern Ireland to Kenya to Malaya, Queen Elizabeth II oversaw violence during her reign across the shrinking British Empire

The British Monarchy Helped Mortgage Our Collective Future

Queen Elizabeth II's death should bring about a reckoning in understanding how the British Empire helped destroy the planet

Jacinda Ardern: No Plans for NZ Republic

New Zealand will not be pursuing any moves toward becoming a republic following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

What to Know About Archie and Lilibet Inheriting Royal Titles

As of Sept. 10, their names on the Royal Family website were still listed as Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor and Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor

Scenes of Mourning After the Queen's Death

People around the world have been paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.

The Dubious History of the Name 'King Charles'

Charles I, born in 1600, endured a stormy reign that ended with his execution. Charles II was remembered mostly for his hedonism and many mistresses. His name lives on in the King Charles Spaniel

Can the Monarchy Survive Without the Queen?

Queen Elizabeth II spent her life trying to preserve the monarchy. Can King Charles III do the same?

What Happens to Royal Symbols After Queen's Death

Currency, stamps and Britain's national anthem stand to change under King Charles III

What King Charles III Means for Scotland’s Future

Many Scots say this change is a boost for the Scottish independence movement.

When Is King Charles III’s Coronation?

The coronation is likely months away—the Queen waited a full 16 months after her accession to the throne.

With Queen Elizabeth's Death, Indians Want Kohinoor Returned

The world's most famous diamond adorned the Queen Mother's crown. Indians say it must now be given back

Countries May Cut Ties With Monarchy After Queen's Death

The Queen's passing may give momentum to republican movements in some of Britain's former imperial possessions

Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral: What We Know So Far

The death of the United Kingdom’s monarch has set off a series of carefully staged protocols that will last for 10 days

Why King Charles III Was an Unpopular Heir

Examining King Charles III's decades of controversy could offer some clues to how he might rule as sovereign.

Mourners Pay Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

"We will never have another quite like her," one mourner told TIME at Holyrood, the Queen’s official residence in the Scottish capital.

Royals React to Queen Elizabeth II's Death

"The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family," King Charles III said in a statement.

Queen Elizabeth II's Death Has Major Implications for Scotland

The fact that the Queen has died in Scotland—rather than in England—adds a new layer of complexity—both for ceremony and politics.

How World Leaders Are Reacting to Queen Elizabeth II’s Death

From Joe Biden to Xi Jinping, here’s how political figures have responded to the news

Watch Live: The World Mourns the Death of Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen's Style Evolution Over the Years

The monarch's time on the throne wasn't just characterized by her impressive reign, but also by her sharp sense of style.

When Did Queen Elizabeth II Become Queen?

Queen Elizabeth II had an unexpected rise to power, as well as an unexpected duration on the throne

Prince Charles Is Now King Charles III

Here's what to know about the succession

Queen Elizabeth II Showed Why Britain Still Has a Monarchy

Her power was not the work of tradition alone. Look back at TIME's coverage

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's Steadfast Monarch, Dies

Queen Elizabeth II remained a stoic, almost timeless figure in the public's eye for 70 years.

Prince Harry Leaves Scotland After Queen's Death

Prince Harry's attendance at the Queen's side comes amid a very public falling out between Harry and Meghan and the rest of the royal family.

Queen Elizabeth II's Health Causes Doctors Concern

The monarch was put under medical supervision at her Balmoral estate in Scotland.

How Princess Diana Is Still Shaping the Royal Family

Princess Diana represented a vision of what the royals could be. That dynamic has only grown stronger since her death in 1997.

Who Is the Longest Reigning Monarch?

Just months before her death, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne

The History of Royal Jubilee Celebrations in Britain

From the grand ceremonies hosted by the royal family, to the community street parties taking place across the nation, Jubilee celebrations are a quintessentially British affair.

Prince William and Kate's Tour Was Meant to Secure the Monarchy in the Caribbean. Instead, It's Raising New Questions About Its Future

The British royal family is facing embarrassment on the international stage this week as protests disrupt Prince William and Kate Middleton’s tour of former British colonies in the Caribbean. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge...

Queen Elizabeth II Has COVID-19. Here's What to Know

Despite her age and recent health complications, the Queen will continue to carry out “light duties” while she has the virus, Buckingham Palace said.

Who's Paying Prince Andrew's Settlement to Virginia Giuffre?

Andrew has agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement but his penchant for luxury living—which earned him the nickname “Air Miles Andy”—has led him to far exceed his income.

Former Princess Mako and Husband Begin New Life in the U.S.

The couple, both 30, landed Sunday at New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport, reports said

Japan's Royal Women and Their History of Mental Stress

The former princess Mako Komuro is not the only Japanese royal to have experienced issues related to mental wellbeing

Princess Mako's Wedding Reignites Succession Debate in Japan

The princess becomes the latest to lose her royal status, shrinking the potential pool of heirs