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Mother of a king but never queen herself: the intriguing story of Joan of Kent, the royal who defied conventions

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7th August 2025
On the 7th of August, 1385, Joan of Kent, Princess of Wales and Countess of Kent, passed away at Wallingford Castle. Her death marked the end of a remarkable life woven through scandal, devotion, and dynastic politics. Known to her contemporaries as “the Fair Maid of Kent,” Joan was more than a figure of beauty; she was the mother of a future king, the consort of one of England’s most…
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British Royals

King Charles unleashes his inner Shania Twain as the Royal Family throw their support behind England for the Euros

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27th July 2025
The King was the first to show his support for the England women’s football team ahead of the final of the 2025 Euros and he chose a striking phrase to get the party started. As the guards at Buckingham Palace struck up a song in support of the Lionesses, the message that came with it was unmissable. The social media accounts of the Royal Family called out to the team with the phrase…
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Royal News

Kate could play a crucial role in the historic State Visit of Donald Trump to the UK

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26th July 2025
The State Visit by Donald Trump to the UK in September 2025 promises to be a significant event on the political calendar. It’s being seen as one of the most crucial diplomatic events of the reign of King Charles III and for a good reason. As President Trump faces protests on his latest, less formal trip to the UK, it’s also a reminder of the difficulties there will be in navigating what will…
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Belgium

Belgium's King Philippe speaks out on Gaza in speech for national day

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21st July 2025
The King of the Belgians has spoken out on Gaza as he addressed his country to marks its National Day. King Philippe said, in his annual speech, that the situation in Gaza was ”a disgrace to all humanity” and said ”we support the UN Secretary General’s call for an immediate end to this unsustainable crisis.” The Belgian king said he had been profoundly affected by a meeting he had…
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