British Royals

The ultimate Olympics moment - how Queen Elizabeth II surprised the world with the help of James Bond

It was a moment that took the world by surprise and, thirteen years on, it’s a stand out memory of the Games. In 2012, Queen Elizabeth II took a starring role in one of the most famous Olympics opening ceremonies of all time.On July 27th 2012, all eyes were on London for the inauguration of the Summer Games. A spectacular event, directed by Oscar winner Danny Boyle, was lined up with…
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The history of the title of Princess Royal and the strict rules around which women can hold it

In June 1987, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed a highly anticipated honour on her only daughter. It was announced that Anne had been made Princess Royal. The conferral of this very regal title came on June 13 1987 but Anne was actually eligible for it much earlier in her mother’s reign.Who can be the Princess Royal?The title of Princess Royal is traditionally given to the eldest daughter…
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William and Kate targeted by vile fakers

The Prince and Princess of Wales have been targeted by online scammers, creating false images which are purported to depict them.The images, which we are not publishing, have been created using Artificial Intelligence (AI).One of the pictures shows the ‘Princess’ crying whilst Prince William delivers a speech.In another, the couple embrace each other whilst wearing their full…
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How William and Kate kept everyone in the Royal Family happy with the name they chose for Prince George

There were few surprises when the names of the little prince born in July 2013 were announced. For pretty much the whole time that the then Duchess of Cambridge was expecting her first baby, there was huge speculation that if she had a boy, he would be called George. Kate and William didn’t disappoint but it turns out they were keeping just about everyone in the Royal Family happy with their…
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