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Are French and English secularist traditions that far apart?

Those who watched the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023 would be forgiven for thinking that the United Kingdom is the very opposite of a secular country. In Westminster Abbey the new head of state received his mandate from the Archbishop of Canterbury and thus became head of…

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Kate and William joined by children at Westminster Abbey carol service

The Princess of Wales hosted her Together At Christmas event at Westminster Abbey

Evening Standard

Kate Middleton steps out in striking all-white outfit walking hand-in-hand with George, Charlotte, and Louis for 2023 Together at Christmas Carol Service

Princess of Wales and her family attended the "Together At Christmas" Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on 8 December

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The divine journey of South African soprano Pretty Yende

Born in South Africa during apartheid, Pretty Yende grew up singing hymns with her grandmother on the way to church. This past May she dazzled Westminster Abbey at the coronation of King Charles, cementing her status as one of the world's most sought-after sopranos. Yende says her journey is proof…

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Westminister Abbey's Christmas tree is a surprising source of holiday decor inspiration this year – and it doesn't use any ornaments

Kate Middleton's Christmas decor in Westminster Abbey proves that simple decoration can feel warm and traditional. Here's why this look is trending

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Watch live: South Korean president Yoon visits Westminster Abbey after meeting King

Watch live as South Korea’s president Yoon Suk Yeol visits Westminster Abbey in London on Tuesday, 21 November, as he begins a three-day state visit.

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Kate Middleton's latest announcement delights fans – and how she’s paying subtle tribute to King Charles

The Princess of Wales will once again host a Christmas carol service

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In Pictures: Past sacrifices remembered at anniversary events

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak viewed Remembrance Crosses outside Westminster Abbey while London mayor Sadiq Khan held a multi-faith event.

The Independent UK

Queen Camilla's tribute to the fallen ahead of Armistice Day

Camilla attends ceremony to open the 95th year of the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey

Evening Standard

Camilla pays tribute to nation’s war dead ahead of Remembrance Day

The Queen paid tribute and recognised the sacrifices of those who died for their country in her first visit to Westminster Abbey since the coronation.

The Independent UK

Violence rages in Gaza, but a meeting of Jewish and Muslim women has given me hope

We met in a space within Westminster Abbey, and agreed that both religious communities must fight for safety and empathy, says journalist and broadcaster Remona Aly

The Guardian - UK

Britain’s first black voter honoured by Westminster Abbey

Peep Show actor Paterson Joseph said Charles Ignatius Sancho’s story is a ‘seminal’ part of British history.

The Independent UK

John Bradbury obituary

Other Lives: Sculptor who carved a life-sized figure of William Caxton in Westminster Abbey and won awards for his work on Cambridge colleges

The Guardian - UK

Westminster Abbey: Abseilers survey building's Portland stone

Specialist abseilers Adam Garre and Lewis Head have conducted an inspection of the West Towers at Westminster Abbey in London.

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I toured Westminster Abbey's Cosmati pavement in my socks – here's what I saw

In the months before King Charles III was crowned on May 6 2023, Westminster Abbey announced that the public would be able to see its fabled Cosmati pavement up close – in their socks.

Belfast Live

Northern Ireland company make carpet for King Charles

Last year they became one of the final companies to receive a Royal Warrant from Queen Elizabeth II

The National (Scotland)

BBC issues correction after major error about Scottish royalty

THE BBC has issued a correction after it excluded the history of Scottish royalty from a news report ...

The Independent UK

NHS lauded as ‘cornerstone of national life’ at Westminster Abbey ceremony

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer both read lessons during the service.

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The Independent UK

Rayner hits out at Sunak for missing PMQs: ‘They really have given up’

Mr Sunak skipped his weekly grilling in the Commons for the NHS 75th Anniversary service in Westminster Abbey.

Daily Mirror

Bizarre Scottish Coronation traditions explained - unworn crown, giant swords, tiny horse

Today, King Charles and Queen Camilla will be presented with the Honours of Scotland - the Scottish Crown Jewels - during a celebration at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh today, and it will see several bizarre customs take place

Evening Standard

NHS turns 75: So many lives saved but such a task ahead

Record numbers of staff quitting and waits for treatment overshadow service at Westminster Abbey to mark milestone

Daily Mirror

Scottish Coronation: Stone of Destiny's role and wild attempt to steal it back

The Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone, is a rarely seen ancient artefact that was controversially moved from Edinburgh to London for King Charles' Coronation in May - and today it's set to be on display once again as he celebrates his crowning in Scotland

The Independent UK

Two months after Charles III's coronation, Scotland hosts its own event to honor the new monarch

Two months after the lavish coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey in London, Scotland is set to host its own event to mark the new monarch’s accession to the throne

The Independent UK

Edward and Sophie to attend service to mark 75 years of the NHS

Health workers and royalty will rub shoulders at the service in Westminster Abbey.

The National (Scotland)

Accommodation, overtime, brass padlocks: bill for Stone of Destiny move revealed

THE cost of moving the Stone of Destiny from Scotland to Westminster Abbey for the coronation of King Charles has been revealed.

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