British Royals

If Edward VIII hadn't abdicated, who would be monarch today?

We all love a royal ‘what if’ and perhaps one of the most intriguing of recent times revolves around the question of the king who renounced his throne for love. On December 11th 1936, 86 years ago, Edward VIII announced to the world that he was ending his reign to marry the woman he loved, Wallis Simpson. But what if Edward VIII hadn’t abdicated? Who would be Monarch now? It’s a…
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Princess Anne's moving tribute to the victims of the Lockerbie bombing

The Princess Royal was moved to tears as she paid tribute to those killed in the Lockerbie bombing. Princess Anne laid a wreath at the memorial garden in Lockerbie on a visit to honour those who lost their lives in the attack. The Princess looked emotional as she walked through the garden at the Lockerbie Garden of Remembrance at Dryfesdale cemetery. The Lord-Lieutenant of Dumfries, Fiona…
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The Princess of Wales dominates headlines around the world amidst outpouring of support for Catherine

The Princess of Wales has dominated headlines around the world in the past days after she confirmed she is being treated for cancer. Catherine’s moving announcement was on the front pages of every British newspaper the following day. [getty src=”2100342526″ width=”594″ height=”397″ tld=”com”] The Times led its coverage with the message…
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The Archbishop of Canterbury speaks of bravery and compassion of the Princess of Wales

The Archbishop of Canterbury has praised the bravery of the Princess of Wales as she shared her cancer diagnosis. The Most Reverend Justin Welby said his prayers were with Catherine, William and their children as they dealt with the news of the illness. And he added ”I take this opportunity to praise her for her spirit of optimism in the face of such difficult news, and am pleased to…
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