the throne

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The property empire spans 128,000 acres across 19 counties and is given to the heir of the throne but there has been a push for a greater focus on "social impact".

From BBC • May 18, 2026

A few months later, faced with military reversals and urban unrest, Nicholas abdicated the throne.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Since ascending to the throne of St. Peter, Leo has frequently clashed with the administration on issues ranging from immigration to foreign policy, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and diplomacy over force.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Reza Pahlavi, the eldest son of the last shah of Iran and pretender to the throne, was a scheduled speaker, and the event was packed with Iranian monarchists.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

But Don Clavijo was only a knight, and Princess Antonomasia was the heir to the throne.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios