the throne

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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

The former midwife was formally installed in the historic ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral in southeast England in front of around 2,000 people including heir to the throne Prince William and his wife Catherine.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

The background rhythm of the story still beat in the throne room like a pulse.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia