Date: 30 August 2026 Tags: Royal Family, Caribbean, Commonwealth, Politics Summary: Antigua and Barbuda has removed the requirement for newly appointed officials to swear allegiance to King Charles III. Officials will instead pledge allegiance to Antigua and Barbuda, its constitution and legal framework. The legislative change was enacted in May following Gaston Browne’s re-election as prime minister. Attorney General Steadroy Benjamin described ending the royal oath as a lon

Date: 28 August 2026 Tags: Norway, Royal Family, Health Summary: Norway’s Royal Court says King Harald’s health is now “very serious” following a deterioration in his condition. Crown Prince Haakon and Queen Sonja have cancelled planned official engagements following the announcement. Crown Prince Haakon and Martha Louise reportedly travelled to Oslo University Hospital to be with the King. Harald, 89, was admitted to hospital on 17 August and initially given two weeks of sic