British Royals

As he reaches adulthood, James, Earl of Wessex, can now decide whether to become HRH

James, Earl of Wessex, celebrates his 18th birthday today, a milestone that brings with it a unique choice: whether to adopt the style of His Royal Highness. Formally known as the Earl of Wessex, James has held this courtesy title since his father, Prince Edward, was granted the Dukedom of Edinburgh in 2023. As the son of a monarch’s son, James has been entitled by 1917 Letters Patent to use…
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This is how Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor could end up as part of the royal Christmas celebration

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor could yet have a starring role in the Royal Family’s Christmas celebrations and in a way that won’t leave a smile on anyone’s faces. The disgraced brother of King Charles, who lost all his titles just weeks ago after further scandal, has become the main butt of a very British festive tradition: the Christmas cracker joke. And two mottos featuring him have…
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Windsor residents dismayed by latest security protocols surrounding William and Kate's new home

The arrival of the Prince and Princess of Wales at Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park has prompted an unusual and controversial curtailment of public access to the surrounding estate, according to local reports. The newly installed security measures have restricted access to extensive areas of previously open land, leaving some residents frustrated and dismayed. William and Catherine moved into…
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Kate's deeply personal and heartfelt message revealed

A single handwritten message, placed among tens of thousands of glowing white roses, has delivered one of the most poignant royal moments of the year. “In loving memory of all those who have lost their lives to cancer.” The note, signed simply “C”, was left by the Princess of Wales beside a rose she personally planted at the Ever After Garden in Chelsea – a public installation…
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