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Smiles and memories for the Royal Family as it marks Mother's Day

The Royal Family has marked Mother’s Day with one already famous photograph and some rather poignant words. The day was celebrated with a heartfelt message from the Princess of Wales who was seen for the first time since undergoing major surgery in January. As Kensington Palace shared a new image of the Princess with her three children, Catherine wrote ”Thank you for your kind wishes and…
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British Royals

A special honour for the Duke of Edinburgh has he marks a milestone birthday

The Duke of Edinburgh has been given a special honour by The King to mark his 60th birthday. Prince Edward is appointed to the Order of the Thistle, the highest order of chivalry in Scotland. The Duke of Edinburgh is 60 on March 10th 2024 (Photo by Chris Jelf) His Royal Highness is one of four appointments to the order which are made on the sole discretion of The King. The others are…
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The queen’s missing baby who disappeared without trace

Within the walls of one of England’s most picturesque castles, a queen gave birth to her only child and set in motion a chain of events that would become one of Tudor England’s most intriguing mysteries.  The birth had been much anticipated and much talked about.  The baby, a little girl, was immediately taken off to a nursery decked in scarlet and gold where a string of attendants awaited…
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European Royals

The other royal family caught in an unwelcome spotlight after an unexpected health issue

The Royal Family has had to deal with plenty of speculation and questions in the past weeks as The King and the Princess of Wales were both treated in hospital. And their friends and relations in Oslo are experiencing their own issues as the ill health of King Harald led to a situation that caused controversy. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway has said his family will reflect on the situation that…
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