British RoyalsThe Sussexes

New book reveals near death for Prince Harry

A new book reveals that a Taliban rocket almost hit Prince Harry during his time in Afghanistan. From an anti-tank platoon, Sergeant Tom Pal’s book Coldstream Guards – 10 Years in Afghanistan Guardsmen’s Stories, he divulges that a Taliban rocket hit the camp only metres from where the, at the time, third-in-line to throne sat. When the incident occurred, Prince Harry was only…
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Spanish government cancels State Visit to UK

Spain’s caretaker government have cancelled the upcoming State Visit of King Felipe and Queen Letizia to the UK, amidst ongoing political difficulties in the country. The Spanish Foreign Ministry said in a statement: “Due to the process of forming a new government currently underway in Spain, the state visit has been postponed.” Buckingham Palace confirmed that The Queen has…
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Duchess of Cambridge takes on Queen's tennis patronage

It has been a busy past few months for the Duchess of Cambridge as she has taken on another patronage that once belonged to another member of the Royal Family. After 64 years as a loyal Patron, Queen Elizabeth II is said to be handing the baton of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to the Duchess. The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club hosts The Championships at Wimbledon and it…
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British RoyalsQueen Elizabeth II

Charities to lose royal support as a review is taken of Patronages

In the 64 years since her ascension, The Queen has lent her unwavering support to over 600 charitable organisations, including Battersea Dog’s and Cat’s Home and Action for Children. But now, hundreds of charities stand to lose this royal support as Her Majesty reviews her Patronages ahead of her 90th birthday. However, The Queen is expected to make her role as Patron of these charities the…
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