British RoyalsThe Sussexes

The Duke of Sussex to honour 50 year military anniversary inside Arctic Circle

The Duke of Sussex will mark a special milestone for the Commando Helicopter Force (CHF) when he visits Bardufoss, Norway on February 14th in his role as Captain General Royal Marines. Exercise Clockwork, which first took place in 1969, is happening for the 50th time this winter. During Clockwork, the CHF test their skills operating in freezing temperatures against the backdrop of the…
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Prince Philip

Prince Philip: "I am deeply sorry"

The Duke of Edinburgh has contacted the passenger of the Kia which he was involved in a collision with last week expressing his sorrow over the incident. In the letter addressed to Emma Fairweather which has since been published in the Sunday Mirror, the 97-year-old said that he was sorry for the part he played in the incident, explaining that the sun dazzled his view. He added that he was…
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British royal wedding gowns through the years

Come a royal wedding, millions around the world tune in to see the happy couple tie the knot. While everyone is excited for the pair, there might be one thing that outshines the day –  the bridal gown. For months people speculate about what the bride-to-be is going to wear. From Queen Elizabeth II to Princess Eugenie, here is a history of the royal bridal gown. Britten weddings have put…
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British Royals

So why do royals not wear seatbelts?

Last week, Prince Phillip made headlines as he decided to not wear a seatbelt just days after having a car accident. Sitting behind the wheel with not being buckled in caused quite the controversy. But there may be a reason as to why royals don’t always wear…
British RoyalsKing Charles III

Bookish Camilla delights children during literacy visits

An avid reader and patron of the National Literacy Trust, the Duchess of Cornwall was in her element during a visit to Swindon this week. On Thursday, she celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Swindon Stories campaign during two engagements, participating in games and activities, meeting poetry award-winners, and interacting with foster children and their carers. Swindon Stories, the…
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