British Royals

Why Prince William’s presence at the Euro Final really matters

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24th July 2025
This Saturday, as the Lionesses take to the pitch in Basel for the final of UEFA Women’s Euros, they’ll be cheered on not just by a nation, but by a future king. Prince William’s decision to attend the match against Spain is more than ceremonial. For that evening he won’t be heir to the throne, but a football fan watch in his nation (hopefully) storm to victory.In his role as president…
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'I don't forgive you' - how one beloved horse racing commentator managed to annoy The Queen

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21st July 2025
Britain’s longest serving racecourse commentator, Derek Thompson, retires on Tuesday after a career behind the microphone spanning 60 years.Ahead of his final night of commentary at Wolverhampton Racecourse, Tommo (as he is affectionately known), has recalled some of his favourite racing memories – including how he managed to get on the wrong side of Queen Camilla.The anecdote goes…
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Princess Anne 'avoiding meetings' with royal aides over birthday disagreement

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19th July 2025
The Princess Royal has reportedly been ‘avoiding meetings’ with her aides over a disagreement about how to celebrate her 75th birthday.It is believed that aides and courtiers are keen for the milestone event to be celebrated with official portraits and media interviews.However, according to GB News, the King’s sister has refused every suggestion put forward, and has…
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How Sir Tim Laurence was an unintended victim of Prince Andrew's downfall

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19th July 2025
When the late Queen Elizabeth II turned her mind to marking two milestone birthdays in 2020, she reportedly intended to bestow on them both a significant naval honour.Her second son, the Duke of York, was due to turn 60 in February, and her son-in-law, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, would reach 65 in March. According to royal sources, both men were to be promoted to the rank of Admiral in…
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