The Sussexes

Prince Harry reflects on his mother and honours inspirational young leaders during 2021 Diana Awards

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28th June 2021
The Duke of Sussex praised “a new generation of humanitarianism” in a video message played during the virtual ceremony for this year’s Diana Awards. The event took place just days before what would have been his mother’s 60th birthday, and Harry, along with youth empowerment charity The Diana Award, recognised young leaders from across the globe during the 2021 awards…
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Queen Elizabeth II

World production of Irn Bru shut down for The Queen as it would be 'too noisy' for the 95-year-old monarch's visit

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28th June 2021
The entire production line at the Irn Bru factory in Scotland was shut down for The Queen’s visit over noise fears. The AG Barr factory in Cumbernauld exports soft drinks all over the world, however, for a very special VIP occasion on Monday, all work was stopped. Sky News correspondent Gerard Tubb explained: “The Queen came here to officially open a new production…
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Prince PhilipThe Sussexes

Prince Harry found out that Prince Philip had died after a Californian police officer told him to "check his phone"

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27th June 2021
The Duke of Sussex became aware of the death of his grandfather in a frantic manner due to the difficulty in eight-hour time difference. According to The Sun on Sunday, royal aides encountered great problems in making Prince Harry aware of Prince Philip’s death. The Duke of Edinburgh died on the morning of April 9, with the news being announced to the public at midday. This means it…
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The Gloucesters

The Duchess of Gloucester presents the Lawn Tennis Association Lifetime Achievement Award

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26th June 2021
The Duchess of Gloucester presented an important tennis award to an Isle of Man resident who has devoted 60 years to the sport. In a virtual ceremony, the Duchess presented the Lawn Tennis Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award to Pat Sharp for her “long-term commitment to tennis and showing sustained teamwork and leadership since the 1960s.” “Many congratulations Pat,” the…
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