British Royals

Westminster Abbey Dean campaigned for Sir Elton John to sing at Diana's funeral

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30th December 2021
Papers released by the National Archives suggest there were concerns ahead of Sir Elton John’s poignant performance of “Candle in the Wind” at the Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales. With concerns the lyrics would be deemed “too sentimental,” the Dean of Westminister Abbey, at the time, came forward to appeal the case and to have John perform. The original song…
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British RoyalsPrincess Anne and FamilyQueen Elizabeth II

Peter Phillips reveals sadness at not being able to hug The Queen after Prince Philip's death

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3rd August 2021
Nearly four months after the Duke of Edinburgh was laid to rest, Peter Phillips has revealed how he coped with the funeral. The eldest grandchild of The Queen said images of Her Majesty sitting alone at Prince Philip’s funeral became a very relatable moment for many during the pandemic. Peter, the son of Anne, Princess Royal said many families who lost someone during the global health…
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Thailand

World's greatest crematorium to be completed soon for funeral of Thai King

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16th September 2017
The cremation of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej or Rama IX is due to take place on 26 October. The King died almost a year ago on 13 October 2016 at the age of 86, having spent seven decades on the throne and was deeply loved throughout Thailand. It is common practice in Thailand’s Royal Family that the deceased will often remain embalmed awaiting cremation for anywhere up to a few years. This…
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International royals

Late King's Possessions Stolen From Home

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16th November 2016
A number of items belonging to the late King Kigeli V Ndahindurwa of Rwanda have been stolen from his home, including the contents of three safes and a security briefcase.  Photo Credit: Rwanda Library via Wikimedia Commons CC The stolen items include the late king’s…