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King Charles III's Birthday Honours showcase the sports stars who matter to millions

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14th June 2025
While a knighthood from King Charles for Sir David Beckham has kept everyone talking, the inclusion of the former England football captain on the King’s Birthday Honours List is just one of the reasons this list has shown how important sport is to national life. Alongside Sir David, there is recognition for stars whose own sports have been sometimes looked down.Sir Billy Boston has been…
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The joyful royal wedding that turned a former model into a princess

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13th June 2025
Written for Royal Central by Heaven Lee MillerWhen the news broke that Prince Carl Philip of Sweden was dating former reality show participant and model Sofia Hellqvist, a flood of criticism followed. Many doubted that this most unlikely romance would be sealed by marriage. Today, Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia celebrate ten years of marriage.The prince who fell in love with a…
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Henry VIII's first royal wedding

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12th June 2025
King Henry VIII is known for his six wives. They were divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded – and one survived. However, before he charged down the path of continually trading in wives to hopefully find the “one”, he married his elder brother’s widow…
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Celebrating 200 years: Unveiling the rich history of Royal Ascot's carriage procession

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12th June 2025
Royal Ascot – one of the most prestigious horse racing events in the world – is just a few days away. Along with the spine-tingling sport and fabulous fashion, the five day meeting is also known for it’s great pomp and elegance. None of this could be captured more so than the spectacular royal procession which takes place at 2pm on each day of the meeting. This majestic sight has…
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The emerald ring that changed the monarchy forever

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12th June 2025
She was the woman who would change royal history forever. Wallis Simpson’s romance with King Edward VIII led to him deciding between love and duty. In the end, it was a choice of love. The King Emperor abdicated the throne as he was unable to marry the American divorcée…
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The fairytale bride who became one of the most popular members of the Royal Family

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8th June 2025
It was a royal wedding that made history and brought the House of Windsor one of its most popular ever members. In June 1961, the Duke of Kent married Katharine Worsley. The new Duchess of Kent would go on to be an instant hit and, alongside her husband, spend decades carrying out engagements on behalf of the Queen. Their wedding day also turned an ancient church into a royal marriage venue for…
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