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Donald Trump claims that Article 2 of the Constitution gives him the right ‘to do whatever I want as President.’ A constitutional law scholar says ‘Not so.’
Even Louis XIV of France, the epitome of absolute monarchy, did not stand above the law. Kings have always been defined and constrained by legal precedent.
The story of the ‘royal malady’ highlights the growth of the press and how it has shaped how the British public perceives the royal family.
News of King Charles III’s cancer is unexpected: it is unusual for the royal family to release details of medical conditions to the public.
In the 18th century, managing public perceptions of the king’s fitness were as much about the health of the monarchy as they were about the health of monarch.
Thanks to detailed menu records from Kew Palace kitchens, we have a fascinating picture of the Christmas foods that were popular in the royal palaces.
Humans have attempted to understand and treat mental illness for centuries – from ancient Greek medicine, Middle Ages exorcisms and the rise of asylums, to modern medical breakthroughs.
There are many areas in the show where historical fact is sacrificed on the altar of artistic license, but glimmers of the real Queen Charlotte shine through.
A scholar of early US history celebrates the country’s birthday with six under-appreciated ideas about the founding document.
Satire can skewer a pompous or corrupt politician. But history shows it can also popularise its targets.
The Framers of the Constitution knew their history, and sought to learn from it – and only to repeat the parts they liked.
The doctor had many interests – and was a champion of the poor.
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