If you’ve been looking for a compendium of Prince Philip’s gaffes and quips, then Prince Philip, Wise Words and Golden Gaffes is the perfect book for your shelf.
The Duke of Edinburgh, who recently announced his retirement after 70 years of dedicated service to the Commonwealth and his wife, the Queen, has made headlines for just as long – some good, some bad. But one thing you can count on…
New Film Victoria and Abdul to Explore Colonialism and Islamophobia
24th September 2017
The upcoming film Victoria and Abdul will shine a light on the controversial friendship between Queen Victoria and her servant, Abdul Karim, focusing on the colonialism and Islamophobia of the time.
Abdul Karim became a servant to the Queen in 1887, alongside another Indian…
Prince William attracted some controversy earlier this week when he asked whether drugs should be legalised while on a visit to Spitalfields Crypt Trust.
“Can I ask you a very massive question – it’s a big one – there’s obviously a lot of pressure growing in areas…
Out-going Canadian Governor-General, The Right Honourable David Johnston, gave an interview to Canadian magazine Maclean’s as he prepares to wrap up a historical seven-year term in the post.
Johnston spoke about his time working with the diametrically opposed governments of Prime Minister Steven Harper and current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau before shifting to talk about Queen Elizabeth II and…
The Most Noble Order of the Garter is considered to be the most prestigious chivalric order in Great Britain, so let’s take a look at the history behind it.
Founded in 1348 by King Edward III, who was “so inspired by the tales of King Arthur and the chivalry of the…
Lady Sarah McCorquodale, eldest sister of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, spoke about her sister in the BBC’s documentary Diana, 7 Days, and questioned why she hadn’t been wearing her seatbelt.
“She was religious in putting on her seatbelt,” said Lady Sarah.
Prince William and Prince Harry Speak About Diana's Death and Funeral for BBC Documentary
29th August 2017
Princes William and Harry spoke about their mother’s funeral in a BBC documentary called Diana, 7 Days.
Rumours have persisted for two decades that it was their grandfather, Prince Philip, who ultimately convinced the boys to walk behind the casket. The brothers cleared the air about whose decision it was.
“It wasn’t an easy decision, and it was a collective family decision to do that,”…
When the Royal Danish House announced late last week that Prince Henrik did not wish to be buried next to his wife, Queen Margrethe, he drew global condemnation, and a poll of Danish television viewers echoed this sentiment.
According to TV2, 54 percent of respondents were…
Apology for Princess Eugenie after professor says she only got into school due to status
21st July 2017
Newcastle University found itself in the midst of controversy after one of its senior history lecturers spoke at an anti-monarchy rally and told the crowds that Princess Eugenie had only been offered a place at the school when officials learned who she was.
“We are…
Britain’s littlest diplomat was on the charm offensive Wednesday morning at the Berlin Airport.
Princess Charlotte, the youngest child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, landed in Berlin early Wednesday for the first day of the royal visit to Germany along with her parents and older brother, Prince George.
After their plane landed on the tarmac, the foursome stepped out of the plane and…
