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On This Day: The Duchess of Cambridge was born

On 9 January 1982, Catherine Elizabeth Middleton, now the Duchess of Cambridge, was born at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading. The eldest of three children, her father Michael Middleton was a flight dispatcher for British Airways, and her mother, Carole, was a former flight attendant. Her sister Pippa was born in 1983 and their brother James was born in 1987. Catherine was baptized at…
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The Queen makes Prince William Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland

The Queen has made Prince William Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland this year. She appoints someone to represent her as Lord High Commissioner each year at the General Assembly. Her decision comes on the advice of the Prime Minister. Buckingham Palace made the announcement yesterday. As part of William’s role, he will work “to maintain the…
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Rob Lowe clarifies controversial comments about Prince William

Actor Rob Lowe has clarified his mocking controversial comments on Prince William’s hairline. Previously, he said that watching Prince William lose his hair was “traumatic” and suggested that someone should have delayed the hair loss. While speaking to the Daily Telegraph, Rob Lowe said: “I mean the future king of your country let himself lose his own hair!” He added…
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"Mummy says it's okay!" Find out what special treat Diana let Prince Harry have for breakfast

Everyone has a sweet tooth, even members of the Royal Family.  Similar to most, even Diana, Princess of Wales gave into Prince Harry’s sweet tooth. Embed from Getty Images Former Kensington Palace chef, Carolyn Robb reveals that Diana would occasionally let Prince Harry have a treacle tart for breakfast.  A treacle tart is a shortcut pastry traditionally made with a thick golden syrup…
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