European Royals

As royalty begins to confirm attendance at the funeral of Pope Francis, here's how past papal funerals might give a clue to who will be in Rome

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22nd April 2025
Pope Francis’s funeral will take place on April 26 2025 and royalty will be in attendance.King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians will be present with other royal houses expected to confirm their attendance imminently. However, as the last two papal funerals show, there can be a mixture of attendees. Pope Benedict’s funeral in 2023 was unusual as he had retired in 2013 and…
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British Royals

The little princess born to be a minor royal who ended up as one of the most famous monarchs of all

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21st April 2025
The birth of a royal baby always attracts interest and almost a century ago, the arrival of a little princess made headlines even if her destiny at that point seemed to be that of a minor royal. Instead, the royal birth announced on April 21 1926 would prove to be the start of the story of one of the most famous monarchs of all.The arrival of a daughter for the then Duke and Duchess of York…
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Features

The royal wedding present that legend says holds a piece of the True Cross

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12th April 2025
Queen Alexandra is the focus of a new exhibition at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace, and one of her most impressive pieces of jewellery will be on display.The Edwardians: Age of Elegance is a new exhibition opening at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace on Friday, 11 April. The exhibition explores the glamour and elegance of the Edwardian age, focusing on Queen Alexandra and…
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Royal News

This beautiful queen was the first real royal style influencer and her most famous dress is now on show

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11th April 2025
One of the most famous royal dresses ever made, and one that ripped up the regal rule book, is being revealed to the public in all its glory.Royal watchers in London are in for a major treat with an historic royal coronation gown set to go on display at Buckingham Palace.Royal Collection TrustQueen Alexandra’s 1902 coronation gown will be on display in The Edwardians: Age of…
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