King Charles III

Canada on Wednesday unveiled a new design for passports with advanced security features including a new series with reference to His Majesty King Charles III, as part of a regular upgrade.

Just Stop Oil marches continue in London after more than 20 protestors were arrested on Wednesday, to show their defiance against the new anti-protest legislation.

Monday was declared a public holiday to mark the final day of celebrations -- meaning people could enjoy Sunday unencumbered.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex also celebrated their son Prince Archie's fourth birthday on May 6 in California.

His Majesty was officially crowned in a ceremony in London's Westminster Abbey on May 6, 2023.

The late Queen Elizabeth would be "very proud" of King Charles on his coronation, his son William said on Sunday as he celebrated his father at a concert at Windsor Castle, and Britons held thousands of street parties in the king's honour.

Saturday's coronation -- the first to be held in Britain in 70 years -- was only the second to be televised, and the first to be shown in colour.

Anti-monarchists on Sunday criticised the policing of the coronation of King Charles as heavy-handed, saying there was no longer a right to peaceful protest in Britain after dozens of protesters were arrested and detained into the night.

In total, officers made 52 arrests for alleged affray, public order offences, breach of the peace and conspiracy to cause a public nuisance.

Monday has been declared a public holiday -- meaning people can let loose on Sunday without having to worry about a hangover.

As the UK prepares for a weekend of celebration and opportunity, SMEs anticipate increased revenue and great customer experience during Royal Coronation weekend.

The Princess of Wales said her children are "very excited" about their grandfather's coronation.

Britain last held a coronation in 1953. Charles's mother Queen Elizabeth II wore an intricately embroidered white satin gown on the day.

Dozens of royal fans have begun camping out in central London ahead of King Charles' coronation on Saturday, but while they and millions more are anticipating the historic event with excitement, at least as many say they do not care.

The singer met with the royals ahead of his performance at the Coronation Concert on May 6.

Security minister Tom Tugendhat told Times Radio that police were "all over" the challenges presented by the coronation.

The upcoming coronation -- the first since 1953 -- has also attracted visitors from abroad.

The Metropolitan Police said officers also conducted a controlled explosion on a suspicious bag the man was carrying "as a precaution."

Amid the cost-of-living crisis and public servants striking for increased wages, the Coronation of King Charles is expected to cost UK taxpayers over £250m.

As the coronation of King Charles III fast approaches, royal preparations are already in full swing with flags and royal emblems hanging above the streets. This is Britain's first coronation in 70 years since Elizabeth II was crowned back in 1953.

The Prince of Wales will pledge his loyalty to His Majesty during "The Homage of the Royal Blood" ceremony.

"You know what you're getting because he's been practising for a bit, and I don't think he'll change," the Princess Royal said.

After waiting longer than any British heir to become monarch, King Charles has quietly settled into his new role with little of the drama some commentators had expected, but with family divisions and some fundamental issues still looming.

From tins of caviar to a celebration beer, businesses are seeking to entice royal fans with a slew of products marking the coronation of Britain's new monarch.

The monarch's will is not made public in the UK, meaning the content of Queen Elizabeth II's will remains private.

Republicans have long been a fringe group in Britain. But their voices have been getting louder since the death of Queen Elizabeth II last year.

The singer will perform in front of 20,000 members of the public and invited guests at the event celebrating the new monarch.

The concert will be broadcasted live from the grounds of Windsor Castle on May 7, 2023.

The duchess' hairstylist talked about the difficult task of "putting the crown on without changing the style."

"The idea that someone from our community is going to be at this event is just extraordinary," says Reverend Matthew Price.