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This is the incredible but sad royal record held by the Duke of Kent

The Duke of Kent is the holder of an incredible royal record that’s unlikely to be broken and which began with deep sadness. Prince Edward, who turns 90 today, has been a royal duke longer than any other person. Edward, who is a cousin of King Charles, became Duke of Kent on August 1942 when he was just six years old. It was a title that came through tragedy. For Edward automatically…
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Queen Camilla wishes an eternity of 'impossibly handsome men' for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88

The Queen has wished for an eternity of ‘impossibly handsome men’ for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88. In a very personal and fulsome tribute to the best selling author, Queen Camilla said she hoped her ”hereafter” would also contain devoted dogs. The two were friends for many years and were last seen together at The Queen’s Reading…
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Gala banquet is sparkling showcase end to the day Luxembourg got a new ruler

The new ruler of Luxembourg has raised a toast to friendship as he oversaw a glittering gala banquet to end the day of his accession. Grand Duke Guillaume and his wife, Grand Duchess Stephanie, welcomed kings, queens, princesses and presidents to the Grand Ducal Palace in the heart of Luxembourg city for the glittering evening which brought to an end hours of ceremony marking the start of his…
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Luxembourg's royals get ahead of history as they switch up their website before throne is handed over

The royal family of Luxembourg got ahead of history as the country’s throne changed hands. Grand Duke Henri abdicated in favour of his eldest son, Guillaume, at 10am on October 3 2025. However, at least five minutes before he signed the document marking the end of his reign, the modern chronicle of his royal dynasty had moved on. The official webpage of the Grand Ducal Court placed…
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