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Fore! The Earl and Countess of Forfar hit the links on Scottish visit

The Royal Family has been out in full force this week in Scotland, with the Earl and Countess of Forfar carrying out engagements in the country. Edward and Sophie—who were gifted their Scottish titles in 2019 on Edward’s 55th birthday—carried out a series of engagements in Forfar, Angus and Edinburgh, with their first stop at the links at the Forfar Golf Club. The Forfar Golf Club is…
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Diana, 60 Years: A woman of many titles

“Princess Diana,” “Lady Di,” “the People’s Princess” these are all familiar names we know refer to Diana, Princess of Wales. Throughout her life, many titles preceded Diana’s name. Not of royal blood, Diana was technically born a commoner though she was an…
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The Queen to host Angela Merkel at Windsor Castle later this week

Buckingham Palace has announced that The Queen will receive in Audience the Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel. Her Majesty will welcome Mrs Merkel to Windsor Castle on Friday afternoon. The German leader is visiting the United Kingdom to engage in talks with Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The two leaders are due to talk about post-Brexit arrangements as well as their ongoing response to…
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What is a royal ship sponsor?

The Duchess of Cambridge was announced as the new Royal Navy vessel HMS Glasgow’s sponsor while The Queen is in Scotland for Holyrood Week. Kate will be the latest in a long line of royal women who have acted as Sponsors for the Royal Navy, so let’s take a look at some of the most famous examples. To be named a ship’s Sponsor is a huge honour for the women in the Royal Family. It…
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The Queen Holds Audience With Scotland's First Minister

The Queen is currently in Scotland for Holyrood Week, a week where the Royal Family celebrates Scottish communities, culture, and achievements. While in Edinburgh, Her Majesty met with Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. As the movement for Scottish independence is once again growing in popularity, this was an important meeting.  The Queen and Nicola Sturgeon met at the Palace of…
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