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The tragic diamond brooch that has been passed down to four queens

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11th October 2025
Queen Victoria’s jewel collection grew large during her reign, and many pieces are in both the Crown’s collection and the Monarch’s personal collection. She commissioned one of Queen Elizabeth II’s favourite brooches, one that has a tragic backstory.  Queen Victoria commissioned a chaîne de corsage from Garrard & Co in 1856 using two large diamonds that she received as a gift from…
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Queen Camilla wishes an eternity of 'impossibly handsome men' for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88

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6th October 2025
The Queen has wished for an eternity of ‘impossibly handsome men’ for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88. In a very personal and fulsome tribute to the best selling author, Queen Camilla said she hoped her ”hereafter” would also contain devoted dogs. The two were friends for many years and were last seen together at The Queen’s Reading…
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On the eve of his accession, Luxembourg's soon to be Grand Duke is immortalised on canvas

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2nd October 2025
The first official painted portraits of Luxembourg’s soon to be ruler have been released on the anniversary of his accession. With just hours to go until Prince Guillaume becomes Grand Duke, three paintings have been unveiled which will act as official portraits of the new Head of State and of his consort, Princess Stephanie. Louise Pragnell. Cour Grand Ducale The first shows…
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How Eugene Levy got a big surprise when he stepped inside the doors of one of the most famous royal homes in the world

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22nd September 2025
Canadian actor Eugene Levy has shared his thoughts on getting a private royal tour of Windsor Castle for the new season of his show, The Reluctant Traveler. Levy’s Apple TV+ show sees him visiting some of the most extreme and impressive places around the globe. The third season included a visit to Windsor Castle, the oldest largest occupied castle in Europe. And his tour guide…
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