Lydia Starbuck

31st October 2024

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…

The ambitious Queen of England who was accused of being a witch by her enemies

31st October 2024

Queens and witchcraft aren’t words that go together. In books and in films, witches are the wicked women who stand in the way of pretty princesses as they search for a happy ending. In the history of royalty, witchcraft was a tool to use against women who might…

King Felipe speaks of devastation as Valencia overwhelmed by floods

30th October 2024

The King of Spain has spoken of his shock at the impact of torrential rain and hurricane winds that have hit parts of Spain. King Felipe said he wanted to express his deep sadness and concern after floods devastated areas including Valencia. At least 95 people are now known to have been killed across Spain as a result. The Spanish king was speaking at his first public engagement since the…

Norway's King Harald jokes about his own burial - much to the happiness of his queen

26th October 2024

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…

A trio of royal homes that now host weddings

25th October 2024

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…

The law that stopped a king and queen marrying in a favourite castle

24th October 2024

It was a marriage for the history books but the bride and groom soon discovered that even royalty has to play by some rules. When King Charles and Queen Camilla announced their engagement in February 2005, they said almost straight away that they would marry in April in a civil ceremony at Windsor Castle. They also announced they would have their union blessed later that same day in a service…

The Royal Family's Balmoral home could soon be hosting weddings

24th October 2024

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…

Princess Grace had two wedding dresses and the forgotten one is just as beautiful as her iconic lace gown

23rd October 2024

Her gown she wore for her religious marriage is one of the most famous royal outfits ever worn and an icon of the 20th century but Grace Kelly had another wedding dress before that celebrated creation. Grace and Prince Rainier III of Monaco said ‘I do’ in a civil…

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive for State Visit to Samoa