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Ninety Years of Grace: the most famous royal wedding dress of all?

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1st November 2019
It is perhaps the most talked about royal wedding dress of them all. When Grace Kelly, Oscar winning actress and Hollywood superstar, married Prince Rainier III of Monaco on April 19th 1956, she did it in a gown for the history books. The outfit became an instant classic and remains an icon to this day. [getty src=”2628819″ width=”443″ height=”594&#8243…
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Ninety Years of Grace: the story of a princess

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1st November 2019
She was the ultimate fairytale princess whose royal story fascinated the world and nine decades on, she continues to captivate. Grace of Monaco, film star turned consort, became a 20th century icon. And her tale began nine decades ago this month. Grace Patricia Kelly was…
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The Queen's role in politics as the UK looks set for a General Election

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30th October 2019
It looks as if the UK is headed to the polls on December 12th 2019 after the House of Commons backed the call from the government of Boris Johnson for a General Election. It will be the first time British voters have cast their ballots in December for almost a century. And it also raises questions over how the traditional royal Christmas will affect this very unusual political turn of events.
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Tales of Tudor Ghosts: Catherine Howard

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30th October 2019
As Hallowe’en approaches, ghost stories abound. The nights are drawing in, darkness is falling and amidst the swirling mists of late autumn evenings come tales of mystery. This Hallowe’en, Royal Central is taking a look at some of the best known tales of regal…
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The Royal Central Podcast: do monarchies need to modernise more?

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29th October 2019
On this week’s Royal Central podcast, Deputy Editor Brittani Barger argues in favour of modernising monarchies as she gives her take on the enthronement ceremonies of Emperor Naruhito in Japan. And Assistant Editor, Moniek Bloks, and Desk Editor, Lydia Starbuck, discuss how ruling houses can refresh their images. Plus – do you think it’s time to drop the curtsies? [soundcloud…
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Princess Elisabeth's coming of age to be broadcast live on Belgian TV

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22nd October 2019
The first woman to be in line to rule Belgium in her own right will turn 18 later this week and her big moment will be shared across her country. For the coming of age celebrations of Princess Elisabeth, Duchess of Brabant will be broadcast live on Belgian TV. The official ceremonies marking the 18th birthday of the heir start at 11am on October 25th 2019 at the Royal Palace in Brussels. Her…
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