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Prince William gives keynote speech at oceans conference

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9th June 2025
The Prince of Wales has given a keynote speech at a major conference on the future of the oceans – with two other heirs to thrones in the audience to listen.Prince William was at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco which was hosted by the country’s Sovereign, Prince Albert II, as part of a wider focus on supporting ocean life and protecting it for the future.During his…
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The importance of a royal hat: new play highlights why Queen Elizabeth II's clothes mattered

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4th June 2025
Author Daisy Goodwin’s new play, By Royal Appointment, opens this week in Bath with a close look at a special royal relationship.Goodwin’s stage play, By Royal Appointment, is a new play exploring the close relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and her friend and dresser, Angela Kelly.Running at the Theatre Royal Bath from 5 to 14 June, the show looks at possible moments…
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The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II: an iconic and historic day

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2nd June 2025
One of the most recognisable and iconic moments in The Queen’s historic 70-year reign was her 1953 Coronation. It was the first televised Coronation and was watched by 27 million people in the United Kingdom, with millions more watching from around the world.Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne upon her father’s death on 6 February 1952. King George VI had only reigned for fifteen…
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The poignant message in the pearls and diamonds worn by Queen Camilla in Canada

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28th May 2025
Queen Camilla wore a distinctly Canadian piece of jewellery for her first visit to the country as Queen. For the Throne Speech on May 27, she chose a personal gem that highlighted her own connections with Canada. Queen Camilla wore her Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada brooch. The piece is a diamond and silver version of the regiment’s bugle horn cap badge, a gift from the regiment in…
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