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The lesson of royal history and International Women's Day

Royal history is peppered with stand out women. In the annals of all monarchies are queens and princesses who packed a punch and made a mark. But there is still a tendency to categorise the girls as the also rans, the second bests, the pretty and sometimes witty but when push comes to shove, they are always relegated to the role of background players. It only shows that men wrote history and, as…
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Royal News

Lady Gabriella surrounded by family at funeral of her husband Thomas Kingston

Lady Gabriella Kingston has led mourners at the funeral of her husband, Thomas, alongside his parents, Martin and Jill, and his sisters, Joanna and Emma.Mr Kingston died last month at the age of 45.Lady Gabriella was supported by her parents, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, at the service which took place at the Royal Chapel of St. James’ Palace, London.The congregation also…
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British Royals

King Charles speaks of gratitude for get well messages from across the Commonwealth

The King has spoken of how touched he is by the many messages of support he has received from around the Commonwealth following his cancer diagnosis.His Majesty expressed his thanks as he delivered his Commonwealth Day message.This year’s message was recorded and played out during the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey which saw Queen Camilla lead the Royal Family.Her…
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A rainbow of royal wedding bouquets

We’re used to seeing royal brides with white flowers. Many a regal wedding has featured a posy of pretty cream flowers, dotted with hints of green and matching the dress to perfection. Bright bouquets are a rarity but they make their mark. Here’s a rainbow of…
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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…
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