Royal News

The Duchess of Kent's coffin to be received into Westminster Cathedral ahead of funeral

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15th September 2025
The final journey of the Duchess of Kent begins later when her coffin is taken from Kensington Palace to Westminster Cathedral ahead of her funeral. The Royal Hearse will convey the Duchess’ coffin from the palace with a lone piper from the Royal Dragoon Guards walking ahead of it. The Duke of Kent and their three surviving children – George, Helen and Nicholas – will…
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British Royals

Prince George's musical talent revealed and Princess Charlotte is following in her mum's footsteps

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9th September 2025
Prince William has spoken of how he and Kate are making music a big part of their children’s upbringing. And the first in line to the throne revealed the favourite instrument of the second in line. Proud dad William chatted happily about how Prince George loves learning to play the guitar. The Prince of Wales opened up as he visited Spiral Skills in Lambeth at their new hub at the Oasis…
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This presenter made Queen Elizabeth II want to switch off the TV

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2nd September 2025
A famous TV presenter left Queen Elizabeth II far from amused and annoyed her so much that she used to switch her favourite sport off when he made an appearance. Despite her deep love of horse racing, the late Queen was so frustrated by John McCririck’s style of presentation that she used to press the off button when he appeared. For years, John McCririck was a familiar face on…
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How a flower made of rubies became a favourite of a princess

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20th August 2025
Ever known as the glamorous sister of Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret chose couture gowns and dramatic hair styles regularly. Never one to shy away from the spotlight, she often accessorised with impressive jewels. And one of her favourite brooches is from none other than Cartier.  The Cartier Ruby Flower Brooch is an open-faced flower. There are diamonds set in the petals, several…
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