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Prince Charles Delivers Queen’s Speech for the First Time

Britain's Prince Charles, Prince of Wales (L), the Imperial State Crown (C), Britain's Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (R) and Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge (rear C) proccess through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, in London, on May 10, 2022. (AFP)
Britain's Prince Charles, Prince of Wales (L), the Imperial State Crown (C), Britain's Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (R) and Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge (rear C) proccess through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, in London, on May 10, 2022. (AFP)
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Prince Charles Delivers Queen’s Speech for the First Time

Britain's Prince Charles, Prince of Wales (L), the Imperial State Crown (C), Britain's Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (R) and Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge (rear C) proccess through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, in London, on May 10, 2022. (AFP)
Britain's Prince Charles, Prince of Wales (L), the Imperial State Crown (C), Britain's Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (R) and Britain's Prince William, Duke of Cambridge (rear C) proccess through the Royal Gallery during the State Opening of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, in London, on May 10, 2022. (AFP)

Britain's heir-to-the-throne Prince Charles and Prince William took center stage at the opening of parliament on Tuesday, replacing the 96-year-old Queen Elizabeth who missed the grand set-piece event for the first time in almost six decades.

With the queen forced to withdraw on Monday due to a recurrence of mobility issues, 73-year-old Charles arrived at the Palace of Westminster to read out the government's legislative agenda.

Charles, who had attended the opening of parliament alongside his mother in recent years, started reading out each bill by saying: "Her majesty's government will...".

The State Opening of Parliament is an event of huge pomp and pageantry which traditionally sees the queen traveling to the assembly in a State Coach, escorted by mounted soldiers in ceremonial uniform, while the Imperial State Crown and other regalia travel ahead in a carriage of their own.

The monarch dons the Robe of State before leading a procession to the House of Lords upper chamber where she sits on a throne and formally opens a new session of parliament, reading a speech written by the government outlining its legislative plans.

The queen has missed the occasion only twice during her 70-year reign - in 1959, and 1963, when she was pregnant with sons Andrew and Edward.

The queen, who has missed a number of public engagements since she was hospitalized for a night last October for an unspecified illness, had to issue a 'Letters Patent' to authorise Charles and William to carry out her role at the constitutional event.

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Saudi Arabia to Witness Longest Lunar Eclipse in Years on September 7

Saudi Arabia to Witness Longest Lunar Eclipse in Years on September 7
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Saudi Arabia to Witness Longest Lunar Eclipse in Years on September 7

Saudi Arabia to Witness Longest Lunar Eclipse in Years on September 7

Skies over Saudi Arabia are expected to witness a total lunar eclipse on Sunday that will be fully visible in the Kingdom as well as in Asia, Africa, and parts of Australia and Europe, lasting around 83 minutes and making it one of the longest in recent years, SPA reported.

The partial eclipse is scheduled to begin at 7:27 p.m. Saudi time, with the total eclipse starting at 8:30 p.m. and ending at 9:53 p.m. The entire event will conclude at 11:57 p.m.

King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) Professor Dr. ‏Zaki Al-Mostafa‏ explained that a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is positioned between the sun and the moon, causing the moon to pass into the Earth's shadow.

This phenomenon is safe to view with the naked eye and can be seen from anywhere on the night side of the Earth.

As a national laboratory, KACST monitors astronomical phenomena like solar and lunar eclipses, new moons, and meteor showers.

The city uses advanced astronomical equipment in both fixed and mobile observatories and has qualified scientific personnel, solidifying its position as a national reference in this field. KACST also promotes public astronomical awareness through educational and interactive events.

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King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Launches Three Major Environmental Projects

The third project involves the construction of protective barriers, gates, and signboards in the Khafs and Noura meadows to better manage visitor traffic and preserve these areas - SPA
The third project involves the construction of protective barriers, gates, and signboards in the Khafs and Noura meadows to better manage visitor traffic and preserve these areas - SPA
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King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Launches Three Major Environmental Projects

The third project involves the construction of protective barriers, gates, and signboards in the Khafs and Noura meadows to better manage visitor traffic and preserve these areas - SPA
The third project involves the construction of protective barriers, gates, and signboards in the Khafs and Noura meadows to better manage visitor traffic and preserve these areas - SPA

The King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority has announced the launch of three new environmental projects that mark a significant step in its conservation efforts.

These initiatives aim to protect natural resources, develop vegetation and wildlife, and create a sustainable environment for research and eco-tourism.

The first project involves a large-scale reforestation effort to rehabilitate over 2,000 hectares of the reserve. To date, 270,000 native trees and shrubs have been planted, with an additional 30,000 allocated to local associations, SPA reported.

The second project focuses on creating semi-natural oases in the Tanhat meadow. This initiative, covering 2,450 square meters, includes the creation of a pond and the planting of native trees to provide safe habitats for migratory birds and enhance local biodiversity.

The third project involves the construction of protective barriers, gates, and signboards in the Khafs and Noura meadows to better manage visitor traffic and preserve these areas.

These projects align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative, reinforcing the reserve's role as a model for sustainable environmental development and a prominent tourist destination.

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Osaka Says Plush Toy for US Open Final Would've Been Osaka Herself

Naomi Osaka, of Japan, walks on the court with a Labubu doll hanging from her bag before playing against Amanda Anisimova, of the United States, during the women's singles semifinals of the US Open tennis championships, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Naomi Osaka, of Japan, walks on the court with a Labubu doll hanging from her bag before playing against Amanda Anisimova, of the United States, during the women's singles semifinals of the US Open tennis championships, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
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Osaka Says Plush Toy for US Open Final Would've Been Osaka Herself

Naomi Osaka, of Japan, walks on the court with a Labubu doll hanging from her bag before playing against Amanda Anisimova, of the United States, during the women's singles semifinals of the US Open tennis championships, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Naomi Osaka, of Japan, walks on the court with a Labubu doll hanging from her bag before playing against Amanda Anisimova, of the United States, during the women's singles semifinals of the US Open tennis championships, Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Naomi Osaka's last Labubu as the US Open was going to be Osaka herself.

For Osaka, that was the real bummer about losing one match short of the final.

“Oh, don’t make me cry, man,” the four-time Grand Slam champion said during her press conference early Friday morning after her 6-7 (4), 7-6 (3), 6-3 semifinal loss to Amanda Anisimova. “Oh my God, the most devastating question.”

Osaka had been toting a different version of the popular plush toy attached to her racket bag to each of her matches in Flushing Meadows. She gave them catchy names like Billie Jean Bling (for Billie Jean King), Althea Glitterson,” (a tribute to Althea Gibson ) and Arthur Flashe (as in Arthur Ashe, for whom the main US Open stadium is named.)

Had she been playing in Saturday's final, Osaka said the Labubu would have been patterned after the green skirt she wore last year at the tournament she won in 2018 and 2020, which included a green bow over the white jacket she entered the court wearing.

“I would have had the bow, and I’m sick about it,” The Associated Press quoted Osaka as saying. “Oh, my God, that’s like the worst thing. Honestly, I’m fine losing, but don’t ask me about this Labubu, man. Yeah, it would have been me.”