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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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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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