British Royals

Prince William speaks out on whether a royal can really help end homelessness

The Prince of Wales has said his only agenda when it comes to tackling homelessness is to try and help.In a new documentary, broadcast on ITV, Prince William is asked whether he is the right person to lead a long term project on ending homelessness.He says ”I think everyone having a right to a safe and stable home benefits us all. I come with no other agenda than desperately trying…
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Norway's King Harald jokes about his own burial - much to the happiness of his queen

King Harald chose a rather unusual topic for his speech to politicians at traditional celebration – he got a big laugh talking about his own burial.The King of Norway had welcomed parliamentarians to the Royal Palace in Oslo for the annual dinner he hosts for members of the country’s Storting. And he began his speech with a surprise – a reference to the tomb that is now being…
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A trio of royal homes that now host weddings

Balmoral Castle could soon open its doors to weddings. The royal residence has put in an application to its local council to be able to host celebrations.The plans would see the Queen’s Building on the estate, not far from the main castle, hosting weddings and…
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The Royal Family's Balmoral home could soon be hosting weddings

The Royal Family’s estate at Balmoral could soon be hosting weddings.Plans have been submitted to turn one of the buildings there into a venue for marriages.The submission, to Aberdeenshire Council, also requests permission to use the space for meetings as well as dinners and ”other events”.The plans are for the Queen’s Building on the estate. It is currently…
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The princess you've probably never heard of who is about to become a royal bride

The new year is still several months away but 2025 already has a lavish royal wedding lined up – however, chances are you may not be too familiar with the princess who will be bride.The Princely House of Liechtenstein has just announced that the only daughter of the royal in charge of this tiny country’s monarchy is about to say ‘I do’.Princess Marie Caroline of…
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