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India's Prime Minister highlights The Queen's place in history in his tribute

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared a poignant memory of the late Elizabeth II, adding to the chorus of tributes pouring in from world leaders. Recalling one of his visits to the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Modi recalled how “During one of the meetings she showed me the handkerchief Mahatma Gandhi gifted her on her wedding. I will always cherish that gesture.” He added…
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The Archbishop of Canterbury calls on bishops to pray for The Queen and her successor, King Charles III

The Archbishop of Canterbury has asked for bishops to pray for Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III in a new letter published Thursday. The Most Reverend Justin Welby wrote his letter to the Primates of the Anglican Communion and Moderators of the United Churches following the death of Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Speaking of the late Queen Elizabeth II’s faith, the…
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Which royals will we see at Belgium's royal wedding?

Belgium is braced for another royal wedding and now we know more about who’s invited and how the day will unfold for Princess Maria Laura, eldest daughter of Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz, and her groom William Isvy. For the civil wedding ceremony at Brussels City Hall, only close family members will be present. This is likely to include only Princess Astrid, Prince Lorenz, and Maria…
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The Prince of Wales highlights Natasha's Law

The Prince of Wales joined leading scientists for a global symposium on allergies at Dumfries House this week. Prince Charles was said to be “moved beyond words” by the news of 15-year-old Natasha Ednan-Laperouse’s death in 2016 from anaphylactic shock caused by the mislabelling of a prepackaged sandwich that contained an ingredient to which she was severely allergic. After inquests…
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