Who Was The First Prince Of Wales?
For decades, the world knew the U.K.'s King Charles III as the Prince of Wales. That title has now been given to Prince William. But who held it first?
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British Royal Houses Explained
Stretching back to the Middle Ages, Britain's royal houses have been a source of fascination for millions. These are the British royal houses explained.
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14 Types Of Raptor Dinosaurs Explained
Fast, intelligent predators -- you would not have wanted to be on the wrong side of a raptor's claw. Here is a look at some of these nimble Cretaceous killers.
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London Just Got A Lot More Toilets Thanks To The Queen's Death
The number of people who will queue in line to pay respects to Queen Elizabeth II is estimated by some to reach 750,000, and officials have made accommodations.
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The Line To See The Queen's Coffin Is Much Longer Than You Think
Since Wednesday when Westminster Hall was opened so the public could pay their respect to the queen, the queue has only continued to grow and grow — by miles.
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Fainting Among The Queen's Guard Is More Common Than You Think
Being a member of the military and serving in highly public, stylized, scrutinized roles has its own challenges. Add to that the possibility of passing out.
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Who Was The Only English King To Be Named A Saint?
England broke with the Catholic church centuries ago, but one British King was named a saint. Here is the only English king to be canonized.
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The British Military Guards Must Follow Proper Protocol Even While Fainting
British military guards must follow proper protocol while fainting, which means fainting forward with their arms at their sides, while no one helps them.
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Why Is There A Ping Pong Ball In King Charles' Old Crown?
The British royal family owns vast wealth and jewels, so why is there a ping pong ball in King Charles' old crown?
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Europe's Biggest Witch Trial In Their History That You Probably Never Heard About
Tragically, history is full of those moments when one group of people successfully blamed another group for a misfortune they had nothing to do with.
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The Controversial History Of The Cullinan Diamond Used In The Queen's Coffin Crown
The controversial history of the Cullinan diamond used in the queen's coffin crown and funeral involves the legacy of British Imperialism.
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The Unique US Highway That Plays A Tune When You Drive The Speed Limit
Route 66, one of the most popular and beautiful highways in the US, plays a patriotic tune when you drive it going the speed limit. Here's how it works.
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Small Details You Missed In Vincent Van Gogh's Most Famous Paintings
Vincent van Gogh made a career of producing vibrant, dappled, swirling, and primitive artwork. That said, he left plenty of intriguing details in his artwork.
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Princess Anne's Relationship With Nephews William And Harry Explained
Some people are fortunate enough to be born into a family that includes older generations who are genuinely caring and concerned for those younger.
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The Significance Of The Prayer The Queen Received Upon Arrival At Westminster Hall
Queen Elizabeth II's casket is lying in state at Westminster Hall. There is significance to the prayer the queen received upon arriving there.
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The Real Reason British Guards Wear Bearskins
British guards famously wear bearskins as hats, in what has become a signature staple of their uniform. Here's why the guards wear bearskins.
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Who Pays For A British Royal Funeral?
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom engaged in a lengthy period of public pageantry mixed with mourning. It all comes with a price tag.
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The Unexpected Role Rod Stewart's Wife Will Play At Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
British rocker Rod Stewart's wife will play an unexpected role at Queen Elizabeth's funeral on September 19.
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Why Queen Elizabeth II's Catafalque Holds Great Significance
With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, all manner of ceremonial tradition is being utilized to celebrate her service to her nation. Some items can seem obscure.
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Here's Why 38 Rounds Were Fired During The Queen's Funeral Procession
Centuries of tradition have come into play with the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with special ceremonies, processes, and procedures falling into place.
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The Truth About The Royal Welsh Goat
History is filled with stories of the connections made between soldiers and animals -- dogs and horses especially. One group of Welsh soldiers cherishes a goat.
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The Creepy Way Queen Elizabeth II's Death Was Predicted On Twitter
It turns out someone on Twitter predicted Queen Elizabeth II's death on September 8, 2022, and what's more, the person made another royal prediction as well.
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What Princess Anne's Last 24 Hours With Her Mother Queen Elizabeth Were Like
Princess Anne spent time with her mother before she died.
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The Long And Storied History Of Garden Gnomes
Garden gnomes have a long, bizarre history that spans ancient statues of deities, real-life human beings, and the modern iteration of the gnome.
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What Will The Era Of King Charles III Be Called?
The New Elizabethan Age came to an end when Queen Elizabeth II died.
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Why Prince Andrew Holds The Power Over Princess Anne To Step In For King Charles III
In 2013, anticipating the birth of Prince William's first child, the late Queen Elizabeth II passed a new law removing male royal primogeniture.
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The Real Reason British Guards Wear Bearskin Hat Straps Below Their Lips
Known as the queen's foot guards, these special soldiers come from several regiments in the British Army, and they wear bearskin hat straps below their lips.
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