British RoyalsFeatures

Royal Family Christmas Cards through the years

Through the years, the Royal Family has often sent out holiday cards featuring new or rare photos of themselves and their families. Royal Central is taking a look at the tradition that dates back to the days of King George V and Queen Mary. 1914 King George V and Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth II’s grandparents, sent this greeting to troops fighting in World War I. The card reads, “With our…
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A city status bid from the Falklands in The Queen's Platinum Jubilee contest

Stanley in the Falkland Islands has applied for city status as part of the contest marking The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The full list of areas hoping to win the coveted title has been revealed with the final decision resting with Her Majesty. She’ll be advised by a panel and ministers with the choices announced in the spring of 2022. Those applying were asked to show their area’s…
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Princess Anne and Family

Princess Anne's husband, Sir Timothy Laurence, tests positive for Covid-19

Vice-Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, husband to the Princess Royal, has tested positive for Covid-19 just days before Christmas. According to the MailOnline, the 66-year-old retired naval officer is recovering at the couple’s Gatcombe Park residence. The news means Princess Anne and Sir Tim Laurence will not join The Queen at Windsor Castle over the festive period. Because he has tested…
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The Kents

The Duke of Kent to release his memoirs in 2022

The Duke of Kent will publish his memoirs next summer, sharing intimate details of his life-long service to The Queen and his royal career. A Royal Life will be based on conversations the Duke held with royal historian and biographer Hugo Vickers. According to the…
King Charles III

The Duchess of Cornwall becomes patron of the British Forces Broadcasting Service

The Duchess of Cornwall has accepted an invitation to become royal patron of the British Forces Broadcasting Service. In a video shared to the Clarence House social media accounts, Camilla said, “For 75 years, the BFBS has championed our wonderful Armed Forces and shone a spotlight on their vital work. “Spanning 15 time zones, from the deserts of the Middle East to the windswept Falkland…
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