British RoyalsThe Edinburghs

The Countess of Wessex receives tour of innovative hospital from Nobel laureate founder

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5th October 2022
The Countess of Wessex is on a visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the request the British Foreign Office. During this tour, she visited the Panzi Hospital.  The innovative centre takes on a holistic approach, combining different types of medicine, to the treatment of victims of sexual violence. Together with the medical support, the hospital also offers services to help victims…
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FeaturesKing Charles III

The secrets behind Charles III first coin portrait

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4th October 2022
With the royal mourning period following the death of Queen Elizabeth II over, the United Kingdom is transitioning into the reign of King Charles III. Amid that transition is the distribution of currency featuring His Majesty The King. The Royal Mint has released a memorial coin collection to honour Her Late Majesty. These coins are the first to feature The King’s official coinage portrait…
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British RoyalsQueen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II's devotion to the RNLI

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2nd October 2022
The new Prince and Princess of Wales met with Royal National Lifeboat Institution crew members and shop volunteers at Holyhead RNLI on their quick visit back to the island. The RNLI has long-standing royal connections, including with the late Queen.  Queen Elizabeth II became patron of the RNLI in 1952, shortly after ascending the throne. Before becoming patron, the then-21-year-old Princess…
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British RoyalsPrince & Princess of Wales

The Princess of Wales brings HMS Glasgow into dock at Windsor

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30th September 2022
The Princess of Wales held her first engagement with the crew of HMS Glasgow since being named the ship’s sponsor last year. The Princess hosted an audience for a select number of crew members who have been posted to the HMS Glasgow at Windsor Castle to learn more about the ship’s construction progress and the roles the crew play aboard the ship. Currently there are 15 sailors with the…
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