Britain feels anxious, with traditional loyalties cracking. A fifth election in five years has cleaved the country into Leave and Remain, and raised questions about whether the United Kingdom can remain united.
Tag: Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain
In Prince Andrew Scandal, Prince Charles Emerges as Monarch-in-Waiting
After a public-relations debacle stirred questions about the role of Queen Elizabeth II, the Prince of Wales is asserting a newfound authority in British royal affairs.
Prince Andrew’s Friendship With Epstein Joins a List of Royal Scandals
A highly scorned televised interview by the prince was only the latest upheaval to befall Britain’s royal family over the past century.
1969: Queen’s Horses Sold for Slaughter
News that horses used in British state ceremonies were being sold to slaughterhouses after they retired sparked fury from animal lovers.
Queen Elizabeth II Will Go Fur Free (Sort Of)
The monarch’s choice to wear mostly faux fur comes as a number of fashion labels have opted to forgo real fur.
The Best Movies and TV Shows New on Netflix Canada in November
New additions include “The King,” staring Timothée Chalamet, Martin Scorsese’s “The Irishman” and “The Crown: Season 3”
The Queen Speaks, but Is Overshadowed by Brexit
By tradition, the queen’s speech is when the governing party lays out its legislative agenda. But Parliament is preoccupied with other matters just now.
A Guide to the Queen’s Speech: Crown Jewels, Black Rod and a Mace
Proceedings in the British Parliament on Monday are a nod to hundreds of years of history. But Brexit loomed over the ceremonies.
Brexit Turmoil Intensifies as Court Rebukes Boris Johnson
In a major blow to the prime minister, the court ruled unanimously that Parliament is still in session, whatever Mr. Johnson might think.
How the U.K. Supreme Court’s Rebuke to Boris Johnson Remakes British Law
In ruling a suspension of Parliament “unlawful,” some scholars argue that the court brought an American style of judicial review to Britain, with all that entails.