Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1249, Coronation of Alexander III as King of Scots. In 1399, Peter Parler, German architect, designed St. Vitus Cathedral and Charles Bridge (born 1330) passed away. In 1807, Henry Benedict Stuart, Italian cardinal, pretender to the British throne and last member of the House of Stuart (born 1725) passed away. In 1927, Mimar Kemaleddin Bey, Turkish architect and academic, designed the Tayyare Apartments (born 1870) passed away. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 1985, Vice President George H. W. Bush becomes the Acting President for the day when President Ronald Reagan undergoes surgery to remove polyps from his colon. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 2016, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron resigns, and is succeeded by Theresa May. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Renovated Buckingham Palace will be a very royal office building

The Washington Post

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July 13, 2026

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Since Queen Victoria made it her official residence in 1837, every British sovereign has lived there. King Charles III, born at the palace, is the first to opt out.

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Knewz

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· Jun 26, 2026

 King Charles ends nearly 200 years of royal tradition by rejecting Buckingham Palace as home

King Charles and Queen Camilla are reportedly unlikely to return to Buckingham Palace as their primary residence after its major refurbishment, known as the Reservicing Programme, worth £369 million, is completed in March next year, following a decade of work. The project, reportedly the largest renovation of the palace in decades, was launched because much...

Hindustan Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles won’t live in Buckingham Palace, reveals taxes

Buckingham Palace — the center of the British monarchy for nearly 200 years – has been the British monarch's primary London residence for nearly two centuries.

DNyuz

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla unlikely to ever live in Buckingham Palace again despite nearly $500K revamp

King Charles III and Queen Camila are unlikely to ever live in Buckingham Palace again after the royal headquarters underwent 500,000 in renovations. The royals were scheduled to return to the London estate in March 2027 when the revamp was completed, but will instead continue to stay at the nearby Clarence House, Privy Purse James []

ArcaMax

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· Jun 26, 2026

King and Queen won't live at Buckingham Palace after 369m refurb

A British monarch may never use Buckingham Palace as their main home again, after it was confirmed King Charles and Queen Camilla won't move back to the royal residence following a £369 million refurbishment.

Global News

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· Jun 26, 2026

How 24 Sussex compares to official residences in other G7 countries

The planned restoration of 24 Sussex Drive has renewed hope that the prime minister's official residence will once again be on par with those of other world leaders.

NDTV

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· Jun 21, 2026

King Charles To Publicly Disclose Personal Tax Bill In Historic First For British Monarchy

Buckingham Palace said the decision is part of a broader effort to modernise the British Monarchy and improve public understanding of Royal accountability.

The Daily Beast

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· Jun 25, 2026

King Charles Dramatically Breaks With Biggest Royal Tradition

Photo Illustration by Thomas Levinson/The Daily Beast/ReutersKing Charles and Queen Camilla have made a bombshell announcement. They have formally declared that they will never move into Buckingham Palace—an end of 189 years of official royal residence at one of the world’s most famous buildings.The announcement, made as part of a financial statement the couple’s aides published Thursday, may confirm what has been an open secret to insiders for years, but is a seismic moment which upends a tradition started by Queen Victoria, his great-great-great-grandmother.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jun 27, 2026

Charles to leave Buckingham Palace

The decision by King Charles and Queen Camilla not to live at Buckingham Palace once a costly, 10-year refurbishment is complete has raised questions about the future of this emblem of the British monarchy and stirred criticism. The central London palace – one of the world’s most recognisable buildings – has served as the official [] The post Charles to leave Buckingham Palace appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Vanity Fair

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· Jul 9, 2026

Royal Feuds at Kensington Palace and Beyond

And her greatest pet peeve? Princess Diana.

Associated Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment

King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after the completion of a 10-year, 369 million-pound refurbishment program as the monarchy seeks to increase public access to the historic building that has been the center of royal life for almost 200 years. (Produced by Elaine Carroll) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

CBC News

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· Jun 25, 2026

King Charles won't live in Buckingham Palace after completion of £369M renovation

Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after the completion of a 10-year, 369-million-pound (692 million Cdn) refurbishment program as the monarchy seeks to increase public access to the historic building that has been the centre of royal life for almost 200 years.

The Jerusalem Post

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles to stay at Clarence House after Buckingham Palace refurbishment ends next year

Neither Charles nor the late Queen Elizabeth had stayed overnight at the palace since 2019. The king will maintain private rooms there that could be used as accommodation.

Daily Mail

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· Jul 3, 2026

'Weary, wary' Palace braced for Prince Harry's UK trip 'with King still in the dark about his plans'

'Weary, wary' Palace braced for Prince Harry's UK trip 'with King still in the dark about his plans'

Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 26, 2026

End of an era: King Charles will not move into Buckingham Palace after £369m renovation

He will continue to reside at Clarence House, his long-time residence in London - The palace will continue to serve as a venue for official and ceremonial events, including state visits The post End of an era: King Charles will not move into Buckingham Palace after £369m renovation appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jul 6, 2026

Buckingham Palace, Prince Harry Dispute Conflicting Claims over London Stay

Buckingham Palace and Prince Harry have offered conflicting accounts over accommodation arrangements during the Duke of Sussex's visit to London, after the palace said he would not be staying at a royal residence despite his team previously announcing that he had accepted an invitation.

Hello Magazine

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· Jul 5, 2026

Prince William and Kate Middleton's 'barrel vaulted' hallway at Forest Lodge is so grand

The Prince and Princess of Wales live in their 'forever home' with their three children - check out their very grand hallway

Al Bawaba

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles ditches Buckingham Palace as permanent home, reveals £12.9 million tax bill

ALBAWABA - King Charles will remain at Clarence House after Buckingham Palace renovation ends.King Charles will no longer live at Buckingham Palace when its 10-year makeover is completed next year, royal officials announced on Thursday, marking the end of nearly two centuries of the central London landmark serving as the British monarch's primary residence...

Foreign Policy Journal

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles III To Stay At Clarence House As Buckingham Palace Remains Ceremonial Hub

King Charles III will not take up residence at Buckingham Palace once its decade-long renovation is completed next year, royal officials confirmed Thursday. The king and Queen Camilla will continue living at Clarence House, his longstanding London home situated near the palace. James Chalmers, the king’s treasurer and keeper of the privy purse, confirmed the [] The post King Charles III To Stay At Clarence House As Buckingham Palace Remains Ceremonial Hub appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

ABC7 New York

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment

King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after the completion of a 10-year, 369 million-pound (487 million) refurbishment program

Times of India

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· Jul 6, 2026

Prince Harry to stay at Buckingham Palace as Meghan, children skip London trip

The Duke of Sussex will stay at the royal residence during his London trip ahead of the Invictus Games, while uncertainty remains over a possible reunion with King Charles and his grandchildren.

Business Today

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· Jul 6, 2026

How Ahmed Khan Transforms Mumbai Living Into A Millionaire’s Dream

Explore Ahmed Khan's Mumbai mansion featuring Versace-themed interiors, MF Husain art, a luxury Batmobile, panoramic balcony views, designer closet, and an opulent dining area.

People.com

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· Jul 6, 2026

How Prince Harry’s U.K. Return Exploded Into a Standoff with the Palace

As Prince Harry prepares to return to London alone, competing narratives have emerged over royal accommodation and what really happened behind palace doors

BBC News

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· Jun 27, 2026

Harry and Meghan accept offer to stay at royal estate during UK visit

The royal residence the pair will use has not been made public, but they will also be staying in private accommodation during the trip.

OneIndia

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· Jul 7, 2026

Delhi state guest house plan for Flagstaff Road bungalow used as Arvind Kejriwal official residence

Delhi government plans to convert the former CM bungalow at Flagstaff Road into a state guest house for travelling ministers and officials.

The i Paper

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· Jun 22, 2026

I went to Eton on a scholarship – it broke my mental health

Kensington Palace have announced that Prince George will attend the college from September, and a former student has some words of warning

Cosmopolitan

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· Jun 26, 2026

Why the Royals Will Never, Ever Live in Buckingham Palace Again

They are never, ever, ever getting back together.

Loonie Politics

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· Jun 26, 2026

A brief history of 24 Sussex, the former — and future — home of prime ministers

OTTAWA — The federal government has announced a plan to restore the official residence of the prime minister at 24 Sussex Drive in Ottawa through a national design competition and fundraising campaign. Here is a short history of the storied building. 1867-68: 24 Sussex Drive is built by Joseph Merrill Currier, a lumber baron and [] The post A brief history of 24 Sussex, the former — and future — home of prime ministers appeared first on Loonie Politics.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 25, 2026

UK’s King Charles breaks tradition to reveal US$17 million tax bill

King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year refurbishment finishes next year, royal officials said on Thursday, ending nearly two centuries of the central London landmark serving as the British monarch’s primary residence. Officials at the same time disclosed the king paid £12.9 million (US17.04 million) in tax in 2024/25 – the first time the figure has been made public – placing him among Britain’s ‌top 100 taxpayers. Members of the royal family have promised greater...

Vanguard News

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· Jun 27, 2026

Prince Harry, wife, kids to stay at royal residences on UK visit

The BBC reported the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be guests of King Charles III at an unspecified royal estate during the visit. The post Prince Harry, wife, kids to stay at royal residences on UK visit appeared first on Vanguard News.

Reuters

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles will no longer live at Buckingham Palace

King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace after its 10-year refurbishment finishes next year, royal officials said, ending nearly two centuries of the London landmark serving as the British monarch's primary residence. Chief correspondent Michael Holden says it will likely be more a symbolic loss than a major change. #king #kingcharles #royal #buckinghampalace #london 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Legit.ng

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles III breaks tradition by choosing Clarence House over Buckingham Palace after $487 million refurbishment

King Charles III confirmed he would not live at Buckingham Palace after its 487m refurbishment, choosing Clarence House while expanding public access.

The Standard

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles slammed by London Labour grandee for not living in Buckingham Palace after £370 million upgrade

Baroness Margaret Hodge said it was a ‘problem’ that the Monarch will not reside at Buckingham Palace after such a large sum of public money was spent on refurbishments

Irish News

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· Jul 8, 2026

‘The story of this building is the story of Belfast’: Work to restore historic Assembly Rooms begins ahead of Fleadh celebrations

The iconic building in the heart of the city was purchased by the council in September 2025 and forms part of wider regeneration efforts

UrduPoint

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· Jul 11, 2026

Historic London home once occupied by Imran Khan, Jemima Khan listed for £25m

Historic London home once occupied by Imran Khan, Jemima Khan listed for £25m

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 9, 2026

Anambra Aerotropolis Targets Industrial Growth, Investment

The Anambra State Government says its proposed Aerotropolis at the New Anambra Industrial Park will strengthen industrialisation, attract investment and position the South-East as a major logistics and commercial hub in Nigeria. Governor Charles Soludo’s media aide, Mr. Daniel Ezeigwe, said in a statement that the airport-centred economic city was designed to attract manufacturers, logistics [] The post Anambra Aerotropolis Targets Industrial Growth, Investment appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Yardbarker

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· Jun 21, 2026

Serena Williams aiming to make audacious comeback at Wimbledon

The Queen of the Court is aiming to reclaim her throne at the 2026 edition of Wimbledon.

CNN

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· Jul 9, 2026

New scaffolding is up at the White House, here's why

New renovations are underway at the White House, where a large tarp, designed to look like it's not even there, is now covering the North Portico of the building. CNN's Kaitlan Collins reports.

9 News Australia

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· Jun 26, 2026

King Charles signals end of Buckingham Palace era | 9 News Australia

Buckingham Palace may never again serve as the London home of the British monarch, with the King and Queen confirming they won't move in once renovations finish. Instead, King Charles is pushing to open more of the palace to the public as part of a broader shift toward a more transparent, accessible modern monarchy. | *Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9* *Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6* FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #9News #BreakingNews #NineNewsAustralia #9NewsAU

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 6, 2026

Prince Harry loses Buckingham Palace stay ahead of UK visit

Prince Harry loses Buckingham Palace stay ahead of UK visit

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