When William Herschel discovered the
seventh planet from the Sun in 1781, it marked a historic moment in
astronomy. But what is less well known is that Uranus was almost
named Georgium Sidus – or “George’s Star” – in honour of King
George III, a gesture reflecting the royal patronage that supported
Herschel’s work. According to NASA, Herschel initially proposed
Georgium Sidus as the…
Sometimes we overlook the figures
operating behind the scenes – those who made key decisions and were
involved in some of the more questionable episodes in English
history. Here are a few notorious individuals who left their mark
for all the wrong reasons. Queen…
With King Charles III now firmly
established on the throne, attention is beginning to shift toward
the generations to come – and, inevitably, toward Prince George,
the second in line to the throne. While it is widely assumed he
will one day become King George VII, royal…
How Queen Elizabeth II's Ladies-in-Waiting said an emotional goodbye to their mistress and friend
14th August 2025
When Queen Elizabeth II made her final
journey to Westminster Hall in September 2022, a familiar group of
women stood waiting in silent tribute. Dressed in black, heads
bowed, they were not just royal aides or ceremonial figures. They
were the Queen’s Ladies-in-Waiting – her most trusted confidantes
and, in many cases, her dearest friends. For decades, they had
moved quietly behind the…
It sounds like the plot of a historical
drama rather than a modern monarchy concern: a reigning monarch
dies suddenly, leaving behind a pregnant consort and a kingdom
unsure of who the next sovereign will be. Yet this precise scenario
has long been anticipated within the…
Canada, Bosnia, and Beyond: What Sophie’s 2025 Royal Tour Calendar Says About the Future of the Monarchy
12th August 2025
While the royal spotlight often drifts
toward palace drama or the headline-grabbing antics of its more
outspoken members, a quiet revolution is underway within the House
of Windsor – and its architect is not a king, a prince, or a future
queen. It’s Sophie – the…
All praise the Duchess of Edinburgh - a royal who doesn't need a Netflix deal to stay relevant
12th August 2025
While some royals have dominated
headlines with drama or disappeared into the background entirely,
one woman has been quietly redefining what modern royal duty should
look like – and finally, she’s getting the recognition she
deserves. Step forward the Duchess of Edinburgh: the monarchy’s
most trusted ambassador, and the King’s not-so-secret weapon on the
world stage. In the span of…
Britain’s favourite and least favourite royals revealed - and one score is shockingly low
8th August 2025
Prince William has been crowned the
nation’s favourite royal once again – while Prince Andrew
languishes at the very bottom with a staggering 87 per cent
disapproval, according to a new YouGov poll. The survey, conducted
on 5–6 August, shows the Prince of Wales…
Princess Beatrice of York turns 37 today,
and while she has grown into her royal role with grace, discretion
and a passion for causes ranging from dyslexia awareness to
children’s welfare, there is one fashion moment from her past that
still captures the public imagination…
The King will deliver a solemn message to
the nation next week as Britain marks the 80th anniversary of
Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, a significant milestone in the
commemoration of the Second World War. On the morning of 15 August,
His Majesty will record an address paying tribute to the veterans
and families affected by the Far East conflict, reflecting on the
enduring significance of the day.
