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How Beth the rescue dog won a place on one of the most historic royal gowns of the 21st century

Beth, the rescue dog of Queen Camilla, has died. Buckingham Palace announced the loss of the much loved pet and shared photos of the terrier with her royal owners. But Beth lives on in another way. For this Jack Russell, brought to the Palace from Battersea Dogs Home, has a place in Coronation history. When Queen Camilla commissioned Bruce Oldfield to make her Coronation gown, she wanted…
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Royal News

King Charles comes face to face with Gladiators!

Gladiators abound! King Charles had a solo night out at the Gladiator II premiere Wednesday evening, meeting the much-hyped film’s stars and director ahead of a special showing at the Odeon in Leicester Square. Among the stars were Academy Award-winner Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal, Joseph Quinn, and Connie Neilsen. Director Ridley Scott also shook hands with the…
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Denmark

Danish Royal Family to phase out royal warrants

The Danish Royal Family is phasing out their royal warrants in a bid to modernise their monarchy. “It is the Royal House’s opinion that a scheme that means that individual companies can claim special recognition from the Royal House for a number of years is no…
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The Princess of Wales will highlight love and empathy at Together at Christmas carol service

The Princess of Wales is leading with love and empathy as she brings back her Together at Christmas carol service this December. Catherine’s annual carol service will take place on 6 December at Westminster Abbey and will “reflect upon the importance of love and empathy, and how much we need each other, especially in the most difficult times of our lives.” The theme may be of…
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The princess who refused to consider marrying a prince

Louisa Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter and sixth child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, led one of the most colourful royal lives. Born 18 March 1848 as the daughter of the sovereign, Louise would also serve as the vice-regal consort of Canada when her husband served as Governor General, and devoted her public causes to the arts, higher education for women, and feminist…
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