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Romania sanctuary seeks to save bears as hunting resumes

At a bear sanctuary in the heart of Romania's Carpathians, several cubs believed to have been orphaned have just arrived.

Gautam Adani: Billionaire Indian tycoon facing US bribery charges

Billionaire Indian industrialist Gautam Adani, whose business empire has been rocked by US bribery charges against him, is one of the corporate world's great survivors.

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King Charles III starts reign as mourning begins for late queen

King Charles III on Friday readied to address his mourning subjects on the first full day of his new reign as Britain and the world commemorated the extraordinary life of his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth's death 'great loss' for the world: Japan PM

The death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is a "great loss" for the entire world, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Friday, expressing his "deep sorrow".

William: popular prince becomes heir to the throne

Heir to the throne now that his father has become king, Prince William has stepped up to royal duties after the exit of his brother, Harry, and uncle, Andrew.

The British royal family: who's who?

With Charles now king, who's who among the rest of the senior members of the British royal family?

'Black spider' letters, Diana divorce: Charles's biggest scandals

Charles has been a controversial royal over the years, from his affair while married to Princess Diana, and alleged persistent political interference, to occasional gaffes and scandals involving aides.

Long-reigning British and Thai monarchs shared a bond

Their ancestors were "royal friends by correspondence" but Britain's Queen Elizabeth II and Thailand's King Bhumibol developed a face-to-face bond during their lifetimes.

Suits and signet rings: Charles's fashion through the ages

Whether a bespoke three-piece suit or the waxed jacket of the upper-class rural set, Charles's characteristic style has rarely strayed from the predictable during his decades in the public eye.

'End of an era': Americans mourn Queen Elizabeth's death

The news Thursday of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96 reverberated across the pond, with US flags lowered to half-staff in response, the Empire State Building illuminated in royal colors, and many Americans reflecting on her legacy.

Elderly King Charles III faces 'testing times'

Trained from childhood to be king, Charles III has endured the longest wait for the throne in British history.

Celebs bid fond farewell to 'our greatest Queen'

Celebrities around the world bade a fond farewell Thursday to perhaps the biggest global star of them all, with heartfelt tributes to the late Queen Elizabeth II.

UK sporting events suspended after death of Queen Elizabeth II

Sporting events in Britain scheduled for Friday, including Test cricket and European golf's PGA Championship, have been cancelled as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Queen Elizabeth II: record breaker

Queen Elizabeth II notched up a number of landmarks in her record-breaking 70 years on the throne.

Donkey domestication happened 7,000 years ago in Africa: DNA study

Despite transforming history as beasts of burden essential for transporting goods and people, the humble donkey has long been woefully understudied.

Royal portfolio: where did the queen's fortune come from?

Her collection of jewels and vast estates may have been impressive, but Queen Elizabeth II's wealth paled in comparison with other royals.

The new king: Charles III in dates

Charles III is the longest-serving heir-apparent in British history.

Camilla: from Diana's 'rottweiler' to Charles' Queen Consort

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, becomes King Charles's Queen Consort, in a remarkable journey to public acceptance after she became a hate figure for her perceived role in the break-up of his marriage to princess Diana.

Charles: the outspoken and understated new king

Charles has spent virtually his entire life waiting to succeed his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, even as he took on more of her duties and responsibilities as she aged.

Prince Charles in quotes

From a young age, Charles was widely quoted and often in the spotlight as the son of the most famous woman in the world and heir to the British throne.

Charles to inherit queen's private fortune

King Charles inherits not just the throne after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, but also her private fortune -- without having to pay inheritance tax.

When the UK queen pops in for tea: Elizabeth's public interactions

During her long life of public duty and protocol, Queen Elizabeth II occasionally shared in her subjects' ordinary lives -- often during sneaked or staged encounters.

Coronation chicken, a bridge and a cake: 10 things named after the queen

From a White House bedroom to culinary delights, here are 10 things named in honour of Queen Elizabeth II:

Dogs Save The Queen: the monarch and her corgis

Queen Elizabeth II's corgi dogs were the most loyal of all the monarch's servants, providing domestic companionship during nearly a century in the public glare.

All the queen's kingdoms: where did Elizabeth II reign?

Queen Elizabeth II's reign encompassed to a large degree Britain's declining global influence, from an empire that once bestrode the world to a middle-ranking economy.

Elizabeth II: Queen of the world

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was not just Queen Elizabeth II. She was simply The Queen.

Queen Elizabeth II's top quotes

Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most recognisable people on earth, seen often but not always heard from.

Key moments in Queen Elizabeth II's reign

Here are some of the key moments defining the reign of Queen Elizabeth II:

Queen Elizabeth II dies aged 96

Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history and an icon instantly recognisable to billions of people around the world, died on Thursday. She was 96.

India unveils statue to Nazi-allied independence hero

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled a statue of an independence hero venerated for taking up arms against the British, but controversial for his collaboration with Nazi Germany's war machine.

Royal family gathers as Queen Elizabeth under 'medical supervision'

Queen Elizabeth II's closest family rushed to Scotland on Thursday, after doctors placed the 96-year-old monarch under medical supervision, prompting concern from British political and religious leaders.

Royal family gathers as Queen Elizabeth's doctors sound health alarm

Queen Elizabeth II's closest family travelled to join the 96-year-old monarch on Thursday after doctors placed her under medical supervision, prompting concern from British political and religious leaders.

Fears as Queen's doctors 'concerned' for her health

Fears grew on Thursday for Queen Elizabeth II after Buckingham Palace said her doctors were "concerned" for her health and recommended that she remain under medical supervision.

Queen's doctors 'concerned' for her health: palace