The market town of Pontypridd welcomed the Prince and Princess of Wales on Wednesday as the royal couple met with local business owners and residents still recovering from devastating floods that have repeatedly hit the area. Prince William and Catherine’s visit, which coincided with preparations for St. David’s Day celebrations, brought national attention to the […]
Warhol’s Iconic Queen Portrait Takes Centre Stage at Royal Photography Exhibition
Andy Warhol’s diamond-dusted screenprint joins a century of royal photography at Holyroodhouse’s stunning new exhibition An eye-catching pop art portrait of Queen Elizabeth II created by Andy Warhol has become the unexpected star attraction at a major new royal photography exhibition in Edinburgh. The colourful 1985 screenprint, complete with Warhol’s signature diamond dust embellishment, is […]
Royal Romances Unfold: A Digital Valentine’s Day Display
In a modern twist on royal traditions, Prince Harry, Meghan, Prince William, and Catherine celebrated Valentine’s Day through carefully curated social media posts that offered glimpses into their personal lives and relationships. Meghan’s message to Prince Harry, currently attending the Invictus Games in Canada, revealed a playful side of their relationship. “My love, I will […]
Royal Family Welcomes Surprise Early Arrival of Princess Beatrice’s Second Child
Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi have welcomed their second child together, with baby Athena making an unexpected early appearance at London’s Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. The royal baby, who shares her middle name Elizabeth with her late great-grandmother, arrived several weeks ahead of schedule on January 22nd. Despite weighing just 4lb 5oz, […]
King Dons New Royal Tartan in Burns Night Portrait at Balmoral
A striking new photograph of King Charles III wearing his personally designed tartan has been released to mark Burns Night, showcasing the monarch’s deep connection to Scottish heritage from within Balmoral Castle’s historic library. The portrait, captured by royal photographer Millie Pilkington last autumn, features the King in a kilt made from the recently created […]
King Makes Historic Visit to Auschwitz on 80th Liberation Anniversary
King Charles III has become the first British monarch to visit Auschwitz, marking a poignant milestone in the 80th anniversary of the death camp’s liberation. During his landmark visit to Poland, the King emphasized that “the act of remembering the evils of the past remains a vital task.” Speaking at a Jewish community centre in […]
King Charles to Mark 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation in Poland
King Charles will make his first overseas trip of 2024 to attend the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Auschwitz concentration camp’s liberation, Buckingham Palace has announced. The King will travel to Poland on January 27 for the historic event, which comes at a time of renewed focus on combating antisemitism. The announcement follows a significant […]
Princess of Wales Announces Cancer Remission During Hospital Visit
The Princess of Wales has announced she is in remission from cancer during an emotional return visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital where she received treatment, marking a significant milestone in her recovery journey. Catherine shared the news in a social media message expressing her “relief” while acknowledging she remains “focused on recovery.” The announcement […]
New Year Honours: How does the UK honours system work?
The British honours system has long celebrated exceptional achievement and service to the nation. From Stephen Fry and Gareth Southgate’s recent knighthoods to Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson’s MBE, these awards recognize contributions across all sectors of society. When Honours Are Awarded The main honours ceremonies occur at two points in the year: New Year Honours […]
Gareth Southgate, Stephen Fry and Olympians lead New Year Honours list
The 2025 New Year Honours list celebrates over 1,200 individuals from across British society, recognizing achievements ranging from Olympic glory to community service, with former England manager Gareth Southgate and actor Stephen Fry leading the recipients with knighthoods. Notable Knights and Dames The highest honors include knighthoods for: Gareth Southgate for leading England to consecutive […]