Royal News

Prince William wants to be 'royal with a small r' in the future

What will the reign of King William V look like? It’s a question many have asked, and now the man himself has provided insight into what we should expect. Speaking to the royal rota from South Africa, William revealed that he hopes to be a king that leads with empathy, as “I think we could do with some more empathetic leadership around the world.” William said that it was a position…
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The quiet Louise who ended up as Princess Royal

She was the granddaughter of a history making queen and much preferred the quiet life to the glitter of royalty. But this princess got little choice in maintaining the low profile she sought and her life was one of drama and intrigue. For this royal called Louise was born the eldest daughter of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra and ended up as Princess Royal. Born Louise Victoria Alexandra…
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King Charles III

The Duchy of Lancaster came to the Crown in controversy and it's still making headlines today

It was such a valuable title that it led to a tussle for the Crown itself and the Duchy of Lancaster is still making waves over 600 years later. The Duke of Lancaster is a title that is always held by the Sovereign and the Duchy of Lancaster provides an income to the monarch. In recent days, it’s come under scrutiny as a joint investigation from the Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches…
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King Felipe faces an angry crowd in Valencia

Tensions ran high as King Felipe and Queen Letizia paid a visit to the flood-stricken area of Valencia on Sunday afternoon. Protestors, angered at the perceived lack of warning and support from their government leaders, threw mud and insults at the Spanish royals — with…
European Royals

Emeralds and peacocks: how a striking tiara became a star royal jewel

The emerald features in some of the most striking royal tiaras and necklaces currently used by ruling houses around Europe. Among the most historic are the tiaras dominated by that stone which are owned by the Luxembourg Grand Ducal Family. Chaumet Emerald Tiara The Chuamet Emerald Tiara is an Art Deco-style tiara made with intricate diamond-scroll designs and featuring a large central…
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