British Royals

The little princess born to be a minor royal who ended up as one of the most famous monarchs of all

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21st April 2025
The birth of a royal baby always attracts interest and almost a century ago, the arrival of a little princess made headlines even if her destiny at that point seemed to be that of a minor royal. Instead, the royal birth announced on April 21 1926 would prove to be the start of the story of one of the most famous monarchs of all.The arrival of a daughter for the then Duke and Duchess of York…
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These royals are all celebrating birthdays on the same date and there are photos to prove it

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16th April 2025
While there are obviously royal birthdays scattered throughout the year, some days seem to attract the celebrations. And it turns out that 16 April is the birthday to have with four royals celebrating. Denmark’s Queen Margrethe is marking her 85th birthday and her royal family shared some striking new portraits for the day. Margrethe was born in 1940 to the future King Frederik IX and…
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European Royals

This king wants you to ask him anything at all - and he's set up a website to make it easier

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15th April 2025
Have you ever wanted to ask a king a question?  You will finally have your chance as King Philippe of the Belgians is taking questions to celebrate his 65th birthday! Well, we think he is. It was actually his four children who made the announcement as their papa marked his big day. Heir to the throne, Princess Elisabeth, along with her siblings, Prince Gabriel, Prince Emmanuel, and Princess…
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The royal wedding present that legend says holds a piece of the True Cross

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12th April 2025
Queen Alexandra is the focus of a new exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace, and one of her most impressive pieces of jewellery will be on display.The Edwardians: Age of Elegance is a new exhibition opening at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace on Friday, 11 April. The exhibition explores the glamour and elegance of the Edwardian age, focusing on Queen Alexandra and…
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