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Like mother, like son - Prince Harry, Diana and the media

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7th May 2021
Prince Harry and his beloved mother, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, are bound together by more than just genetics. They are united in their mischievous smiles and their desire to help others. But, there are also other ties that bind. In life, Diana spoke openly about her struggles with mental health, much like her younger son has done on numerous occasions. It was a topic Harry addressed in…
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How Princess Beatrice's wedding certificate just made history

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4th May 2021
Royal history has often been checked, revealed and even challenged through one simple document, the marriage certificate. For centuries, the record of a regal wedding has been a prized document, pored over as a source of significance. And now, one record can claim its own special place in royal history. The marriage certificate of Princess Beatrice is now the last of its kind.When Beatrice wed…
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Review: The Royal Key

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3rd May 2021
Known for her Diana, Princess of Wales series, Deb Stratas has stepped into fiction with The Royal Key.The Royal Key focuses on Canadian protagonist Annabelle, who is struggling to overcome a personal tragedy. Before she knows it, she is nannying royal children in a…
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May's calendar of historic royal moments

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2nd May 2021
1 May 1850:On this day in history in 1850, Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn was born. The Prince was the seventh child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert when he was born at Buckingham Palace in 1850. He went on to have three children and died at Bagshot…
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Similarities speak louder than words: Brothers replacing brothers

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2nd May 2021
Within the harsh confines of royal life, there exists a cruel trend that nicknames the second child the ‘spare’ to their sibling, the heir. While the life of the heir to the throne is mapped out meticulously from beginning to end, the spare is expected to find their own role.The life of the spare appears seemingly straightforward – living the ultimate life of luxury in the upper…
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A Calendar of Queens: May

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1st May 2021
May is a month filled with queenly anniversaries. From coronations to christenings, marriages to monarchical moments, all four weeks contain special dates linked to majesty. Royal Central’s Calendar of Queens reaches May.Birth of a QueenLet’s start with a…
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The Royal Week in Pictures

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1st May 2021
At a time when the royal present is still heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, this past week has seen a focus on the past and the future for many of the ruling houses across Europe. Milestones including anniversaries and birthdays have taken centre stage while…
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Fashion Favourite: Empress Eugenie and Charles Frederick Worth

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1st May 2021
Royals and fashion have gone hand in hand for centuries. In 1574 under Queen Elizabeth I, Parliament passed an act dictating who could wear what colours and textiles based on their social status. The preferences of the king and queen have long dictated what is in fashion for society. This Fashion Favourites series will look at some of the most fashionable royals and their favourite designers…
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