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Buckingham Palace statement in full announcing the death of the Duchess of Kent

Buckingham Palace has announced the death of the Duchess of Kent at the age of 92. A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said the Duchess died peacefully at Kensington Palace surrounded by her family. The statement reads: “It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent. “Her Royal Highness passed away peacefully last…
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British Royals

Princess Anne ‘swiftly mounted’ – Clare Balding left red-faced over live commentary

Clare Balding has admitted to an awkward on-air gaffe during her live BBC coverage of King Charles III’s Coronation, after a comment she made about Princess Anne was unexpectedly interpreted in a humorous light. The seasoned broadcaster, known for her extensive work in sports coverage – particularly horse racing – was part of the BBC’s commentary team during the historic state…
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Royal News

Explained: What is the Royal Victorian Order, and why was Sir Tim Laurence just promoted?

When Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence was quietly invested with the insignia of a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order at Balmoral Castle last week, the moment was a personal one – a private ceremony, no speech, no photographs, just a subtle note in the Court Circular. But it was also a reminder of one of the more discreet yet highly significant honours in the British honours system…
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Royal News

Two new major overseas tours announced for Edward and Sophie

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will carry out major overseas visits to Papua New Guinea and Japan next month, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince Edward will travel to Papua New Guinea from 14 to 17 September to represent King Charles III at events marking the country’s 50th anniversary of independence from Australia. His programme will include attending a dawn flag-raising…
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