Activists cover King Charles statue with cake
Two activists from Britain's Just Stop Oil group covered a waxwork model of King Charles III with chocolate cake and demanded Britain to halt all new oil and gas projects.
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Two activists from Britain's Just Stop Oil group covered a waxwork model of King Charles III with chocolate cake and demanded Britain to halt all new oil and gas projects.
Since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many in the U.K. and around the world are questioning the future of the monarchy. Deputy British Ambassador to the U.S. James Roscoe, who served as the Queen's communications secretary from 2013-2016, joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Britain's Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96. Her eldest son, Charles, is now king. CBS News foreign correspondents Charlie D'Agata and Holly Williams joined CBS News' John Dickerson from London with more on her legacy and what lies ahead.
Queen Elizabeth II endured profound change throughout her 70-year reign on the British throne. She oversaw multiple wars, technological advancement and the fall of the British Empire. Now, her eldest son, King Charles III, has the responsibility to uphold her legacy. Historical journalist Hadley Hall Meares joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss her life.
Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, has died at age 96. CBS News royal contributor Amanda Foreman joined John Dickerson to discuss the queen's reign and the royal family's role in her funeral.
Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96; a look at her most significant encounters with U.S. presidents.
The U.K.'s current banknotes feature Queen Elizabeth II while new ones will welcome the new monarch, King Charles III. These are the changes you can expect.
Queen Elizabeth II is interred in the King George VI Memorial Chapel, which is in St. George's Chapel in Windsor.
As the United Kingdom says goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II, its longest reigning monarch, CBS News' Tanya Rivero takes a look at the Commonwealth King Charles has inherited.
In September 2022, at age 73, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the British throne.
This group of friends waited in line for 16 hours to pay their final respects to the Queen — and they got the opportunity to meet King Charles and Prince William during the wait. Even though they hadn't slept all night, they said the process was an "out of this world experience" and they praised organizers for passing out blankets, tea and sweets for mourners to feel more comfortable.
Prince Charles had a bumpy ride over the years, and so as he assumed the throne he has quickly sought to project warmth and approachability. Correspondent Mark Phillips talks with royal historian Robert Lacey, and with Paddy Harverson, former communications director for the royal family, about the challenges facing King Charles III.
Prince William, now the heir to the throne, stood, his head bowed, at the head of the coffin and Harry at the foot.
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many have wondered about the future of the British monarchy and its line of succession. So, how is it decided and who is next in line?
As King Charles III begins a new chapter, William and Kate have also gotten new titles as Prince and Princess of Wales — but will their star power be an asset for the new generation of the monarchy?
"I don't want to let her go," Monty Roberts said of his longtime friend.
Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state until her funeral Monday. A grand procession took place Wednesday morning with the queen's coffin leaving Buckingham Palace by horse-drawn carriage. Charlie D'Agata shares the details.
King Charles III's reign began immediately after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. What will his era be called?
A formal procession will transport Queen Elizabeth II's coffin from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, where she will lie in state for public viewing until Monday's funeral. King Charles III and other royal family members will accompany the coffin during the procession. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak and Nigel Fletcher, a political historian at King's College London, joined "CBS News Mornings" from London to discuss the day's events and the new king's role.
Camilla, the queen consort, has been by King Charles’ side throughout the mourning period for Queen Elizabeth II, playing a role that many people would have denied her in the past — as public opinion appears to be shifting.
A drum was hit at 75 beats per minute to help the roughly 40-minute procession stay on pace to arrive at Westminster Hall at exactly 3 p.m.
Queen Elizabeth II's remains were returned to Buckingham Palace yesterday. Later today, there will be a procession led by King Charles III to the Palace of Westminster, where his mother will lie in state. Holly Williams reports.
Some are criticizing the British monarchy's colonial past following Queen Elizabeth II's death. Anti-monarchy demonstrators protested outside Parliament on Tuesday with some holding signs saying "not my king." Steven Erlanger, chief diplomatic correspondent in Europe for The New York Times, joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
King Charles III returned to London on Tuesday after visiting Northern Ireland as mourners lined up awaiting the arrival of Queen Elizabeth II's coffin at Buckingham Palace. CBS News' Lana Zak discussed the day's events in London.
As the UK prepares for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral Monday, criticism of the monarchy's colonial past is resurfacing. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak joins "CBS News Mornings" from London to discuss what the queen's death means for the future of the Commonwealth.