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The Queen makes two new appointments to the Order of the Garter

The Queen has made two appointments to the Order of the Garter on the occasion of St George’s Day. Her Majesty has appointed Dame Mary Fagan to be a Lady Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, and the Viscount Brookeborough to be a Knight Companion of the Most Noble Order of the Garter. The order was founded in 1348 by Edward III and is England’s highest honour. There can only be…
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Who was in the Royal Box for The Queen's birthday concert?

Thousands of people attended The Queen’s birthday concert at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday, with millions more tuning in from around the world. But the best seats in the house were reserved for members of one particular family. Here we take a look at who was sat in…
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The Queen surprises everyone as she makes an appearance on the Royal Albert Hall stage

The Queen surprised the crowd and television audience on Saturday as she made an appearance on the Royal Albert Hall stage following the conclusion of her 92nd birthday party. Her Majesty did not speak but waved to the crowds in thanks for all of the good wishes she has received. She was also presented with a posy of flowers from a young boy called Mason who also celebrates his birthday on today…
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Confusion as Ed Balls, Frank Skinner and Harry Hill perform at The Queen's Birthday Party

People took to social media on Saturday evening to air their confusion over one of the acts asked to perform at The Queen’s 92nd birthday party. Comedians Frank Skinner and Harry Hill were joined on stage by Former Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Ed Balls, who performed a number in tribute to George Formby OBE. The Royal Family showed their appreciation following the performance Playing…
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92 facts about The Queen

As The Queen turns 92-years-old, Royal Central takes a look at some interesting, funny and sometimes bizarre facts about the monarch. As a teenager, the then Princess Elizabeth, and her sister Princess Margaret, would act out and perform a number of pantomimes during the Second World War. The wax museum Madame Tussauds have displayed 23 different life-size models of Her Majesty to date. The…
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