British Royals

The King movingly credits early diagnosis for his positive recovery

The King has said that early detection was “crucial” in his own cancer treatment, crediting swift diagnosis with allowing doctors to reduce the intensity of his medical regime in the new year. The monarch’s unusually personal disclosure came in a recorded message for Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer campaign, in which he urged millions of Britons to take up screening invitations they may…
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History is made as The King appoints his first female crown equerry

A senior Army officer will break new ground at the heart of the monarchy next year when she becomes the first woman to serve as crown equerry, one of the most prestigious posts within the Royal Household. Colonel Erica Bridge, 52, currently the defence attaché in Rome, has been selected by the King and Queen after a competitive interview process. She will succeed Colonel Toby Browne, who…
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As Kate sparkles in Queen Victoria's tiara, the other royal women chose familiar favourites

While the Princess of Wales stole the show in Queen Victoria’s Oriental Circlet tiara at Wednesday evening’s State Banquet, the other women of the British Royal Family stuck with their go-to tiaras for the glittering event. QUEEN CAMILLA – GIRLS OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND TIARA Queen Camilla’s tiara KensingtonRoyal / X / Fair Use The tiara most closely associated with Queen…
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Queen Camilla chooses one of the most historic royal jewels for German State Visit

Queen Camilla has chosen one of the most prestigious brooches in the royal collection for the start of the German State Visit and hinted as a starring role in the prestigious event for Queen Victoria. The gem in question is a giant sapphire and diamond brooch that once belonged to Victoria. It was given to her by her beloved husband, Prince Albert. Albert was born in Germany, in Coburg, and…
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