Royal Household

Malaysia’s ruling Malay party Umno faces a controversy ahead of Johor’s election after a veteran member accused the state’s royal household of influencing the timing of a snap election. The incident occurs as Umno attempts to defend Johor, a key stronghold, amid a sensitive political climate.

King Charles will publish his personal tax bill, making him the first UK head of state to do so. Buckingham Palace stated the move aims to increase transparency and accessibility of the monarchy’s finances through a new report.

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has undergone a successful lung transplant and is recovering, according to a statement from the royal household. The procedure was confirmed by the royal family in a public announcement.

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit underwent a successful lung transplant and is recovering, according to a royal household statement. She was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018 and placed on a waiting list for a transplant by Oslo University Hospital on June 5.

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit is on a lung transplant waiting list due to a deteriorating lung condition that causes breathing difficulties, according to the royal household.

The Royal Household plans to spend £3 million on a new finance system to replace one that is over 15 years old. The household received £86.3 million in taxpayers' money in 2024-25 and generated a further £21.5 million from activities. The new finance system will cover the household and affiliated organizations.