FirstUp: King Charles to deliver ‘Speech from the Throne’ in Canada and other headlines today

King Charles is set to address the opening of Canada’s new parliamentary session today, marking the first time a British monarch has delivered the speech since 1977. The address takes place as US President Donald Trump continues to suggest that Canada could become the 51st American state. Meanwhile, Nicusor Dan will formally assume office as Romania’s new president during a joint session of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate at the Palace of Parliament

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