New Zealand: Maori king dies after 18 years on the throne – DW – 08/30/2024
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New Zealand's Maori King Tuheitia has died only days after celebrating 18 years of his rule. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Britain's King Charles were among those who expressed sorrow.

New Zealand’s Maori King Tuheitia has died only days after celebrating 18 years of his rule. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Britain’s King Charles were among those who expressed sorrow.

  • Balthazar@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 month ago

    TIL the title “Maori king” is misleading. He was the king of certain Maori tribes, not the king of all Maori.

    • Grabthar@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      1 month ago

      TIL the title of this article is similarly misleading. He didn’t spend 18 years on the crapper either.