This sense of optimism comes not in spite of, but because of the King’s emotional year. The events of 2024 have taken more than a physical toll, with Charles admitting to shedding ‘a few tears’ behind the scenes. ‘The King is an emotional man,’ a palace source told The Times. ‘As he has said himself, there have been a few tears this year — not out of self-pity, but in response to the kindness or courage of others.’
And with a new outlook, the public has seen a new side to the…

