Shocking news! In the final days of his life, King Charles decided to release a video extracted from security cameras showing the entire incident involving Princess Diana that night. He wept, saying, “I’m sorry, please forgive me… See more

Seventeen months after King Charles III rose from the title of world’s longest-waiting heir to a throne, now comes news that Britain’s monarch has cancer – and it’s not just royal watchers who care.

King Charles III may occupy a post that’s almost entirely devoid of political power, but even in the 21st century, a monarch is still a head of state.

Through ritual and manner, he personifies a nation, and in this case, a Commonwealth.

We ask about his decision to quickly go public with his ailment, how he has left his mark in his short reign so far, and what has changed on his watch since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

We also ask: what is the general mood as the UK heads into its second post-Brexit general election campaign?