British Royals

Don't tell Paddington but someone else just sent King Charles marmalade sandwiches

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14th February 2025
It feels as dramatic as the ravens leaving the Tower of London – somehow, someone other than Paddington has just sent King Charles some marmalade for his sandwiches. The interloper in the legendary love affair between the Royal Family and the bear from Peru is none other than the mayor of Seville and he’s quoting all kinds of regal history in his bid to be the main marmalade…
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British Royals

The Duke of Kent joins hands to remember at 80th anniversary of Dresden

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14th February 2025
The Duke of Kent has paid tribute to those killed in the bombing of Dresden as he joined commemorations marking the 80th anniversary. The Duke joined a circle of remembrance in the heart of Dresden. Prince Edward held hands with others as they formed a circle around the old town. The act takes place every year on the anniversary of the bombing as a way of remembering those killed then and…
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Features

A royal rarity - an emerald engagement ring

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14th February 2025
It’s rare to see a royal engagement ring featuring an emerald. The striking stone features in very few of these most romantic pieces of jewellery but it has had a starring role in some of the most talked about royal gems that sealed truly famous love stories. Queen Victoria’s serpent ring Engagement rings were rarely used when Queen Victoria decided to marry Prince Albert.
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Royal News

The Princess of Wales visits mother and baby unit in prison

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12th February 2025
The Princess of Wales has seen the work going on to help children being raised in one of the most challenging of all environments, a prison. The Princess visited the mother and baby unit at HMP Styal in Cheshire to see the support available inside a jail for parents and their children. The unit is run by Action for Children to provide help to expectant mums and new mums who are serving…
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