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Prince William and Kate's baby becomes first person to get Wikipedia page before being born

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2nd July 2013
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s baby has become the first person to have a Wikipedia page before it is born. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expected to welcome their first child mid-July. The page created earlier this week is called “Child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge,” and says the baby is due to be born on July 13. It also includes information about the royal…
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Coronation Admiration

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2nd June 2013
As somebody who was not around at the time of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953, in fact somebody who was born nearly 40 years after her accession, it was amazing to watch today the whole thing from start to finish. From the procession to Westminster Abbey, to…
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Beatrix, Queen of Heartbreak

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29th April 2013
When Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands officially abdicates on April 30, she will end a 33-year reign that is viewed as one of the most successful in Dutch history. But it is also marred with personal tragedy. In 2002, Beatrix lost her companion and consort, Prince Claus, whom she had married 38 years earlier. Claus had been battling Parkinson’s Disease and had previously dealt with cancer and…
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Top 5 Most Beautiful Castles In Britain

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12th April 2013
There is no doubt that Britain’s history means it has some of the most fantastic residences in the world. We have decided, in a break with ‘strictly royal’ content, we’d provide you all with a list of 5 of the most beautiful castles in England. Hope…
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Queen To Attend Baroness Thatcher's Funeral

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9th April 2013
Buckingham Palace has confirmed this morning The Queen be in attendance at the funeral of Baroness Thatcher. There was some uncertainty whether Her Majesty would attend, and last night Buckingham Palace had said a decision was awaiting information. It is a precedent as it is the first ceremonial funeral for a former British Prime Minister The Queen has ever attended. Although, Her Majesty did…
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British Reaction To Baroness Thatcher's Death

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8th April 2013
Despite Thatcher’s controversial policies and stance, Britain is in mourning for one of its most memorable Prime Ministers. A Tweet from the British Monarchy’s Twitter account said, Her Majesty The Queen The Queen “was sad to hear the news of the death of…
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Margaret Thatcher, 1925-2013

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8th April 2013
Along with Her Majesty and many conservatives around the world, I am truly saddened at the passing of Baroness Thatcher. But at the same time, I am forever grateful that she lived and fought. She was my Prime Minister as I grew up in the UK, and was a keen influence on my…
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Baroness Thatcher Has Died

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8th April 2013
Baroness Thatcher, Britain’s first woman prime minster, has died this morning after suffering a stroke at the age of 87. It was announced by her children in a statement. A statement from Buckingham Palace said: “The Queen was sad to hear the news of the death of Baroness Thatcher. Her Majesty will be sending a private message of sympathy to the family.” Baroness Thatcher…
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