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A look at the top five royal residences

The British Monarchy has acquired residences across Great Britain through the centuries and moulded them to their own preferences. We look at the top five royal residences, how they were acquired, how they have changed over the centuries and the use that Queen Elizabeth II and her family use them now. Buckingham Palace Gadgetdube/Flickr You might be mistaken in thinking that Buckingham Palace…
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Review: Darling Queen – Dear Old Bones

I have long been advocating for more books to be written in English about the royals of mainland Europe, so I was thrilled to hear about and readDarling Queen – Dear Old Bones:Queen Wilhelmina’s correspondence with her English governess Miss Saxton…
OpinionPrince & Princess of WalesThe Sussexes

Kate & Meghan: The new faces of feminism

2017 has been an exciting year for feminism. Women have supported each other as many brave ladies (and some men) have found their voices against their abusers, New Zealand’s new Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, is only 37-years-old, and Saudi Arabia is finally allowing women to drive. As the engagement of Meghan Markle to Prince Harry was announced, some found the need to pick a side; Team…
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British RoyalsInsight

The Scottish filming locations of Netflix's 'The Crown'

Netflix’s hit royal drama The Crown has captured its audience in untold waves with gripping dialogue and moving dramatic sequences to portray its true to life story. Making such a drama successful would not be possible without the sprawling canvas it is painted on. Filming locations can often capture the audience almost as much as the story itself. Enjoyed immensely by the series lead…
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Opinion

Meghan and Kate: It's not a popularity contest

It hasn’t yet been a full 24 hours since the news broke that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are engaged. People are already breaking into ‘Camp Kate’ and ‘Camp Meghan’. I like both and will never choose a favourite. This was bound to happen. Are…
OpinionThe Sussexes

Royal Engagement - Royal Shakeup?

Undoubtedly, the engagement announcement between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has taken the world and royal watchers by storm. What about the Royal Family? According to some, the engagement and impending marriage have shaken up the monarchy. Yes, Meghan is of mixed race…
InsightThe Sussexes

Six facts you may not know about Meghan Markle

Let’s hope this is the last time I have to write the ‘imminent engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’, but while we all wait around for the news, here are some fun facts about the woman who has captured Prince Harry’s heart. It is easy to see why he has fallen for her! Meghan is not her real name Just like Prince Harry, Meghan does not go by her real name. Many…
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