Prince & Princess of Wales

William and Catherine learn the ropes on a trip to Wales

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28th April 2023
The Prince and Princess of Wales took a leap into the future as they spent time with the Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team by abseiling a cliff.William and Catherine shared on social media: “It was great to spend time learning the ropes with these wonderful volunteers.”The royal couple, notoriously competitive at sporting engagements, abseiled down a cliff at Brecon Beacons. William…
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Spain

After three Oscars, Meryl Streep wins a Leonor

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26th April 2023
She’s one of the most critically lauded actresses of all time, and now Meryl Streep will add another award to her numerous trophies: a Princess of Asturias Award.The Princess of Asturias Foundation has announced that Streep is the recipient of this year’s Princess of…
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The gems and history of the Crown Jewels

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23rd April 2023
The Crown Jewels are the most sacred and special jewellery and regalia at the disposal of the monarch, and they are stored permanently at the Tower of London unless otherwise needed for state occasions, such as a coronation.In total, there are 142 objects with over 23,000 gemstones that make up the Crown Jewels, from crowns, sceptres, and orbs to swords, maces, and trumpets that are never…
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British Royals

The first garden parties of the reign of King Charles III are announced

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20th April 2023
The first garden parties of King Charles’s reign have been announced by Buckingham Palace.Two garden parties will take place at Buckingham Palace on 3 May and 9 May in celebration of the coronation on 6 May. A third garden party will take place at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on 4 July.King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to attend all three, and will be accompanied by…
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Denmark

Crown Prince Frederik shows off medal for Royal Run

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20th April 2023
Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark revealed the design for this year’s Royal Run medals, and they’re sustainable.In an Instagram post shared to the Danish Royal Family’s official account, the Crown Prince holds a medal in his hand—a white base with the words ‘Royal Run ‘23’ in blue. The caption states: “For this year’s Royal Run [the] medal is made from recycled acrylic…
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