It was a family day out like no other, with prime seats in the royal box, catching up with cousins and clapping along to classic tunes. The Platinum Jubilee Pageant was an afternoon of entertainment for members of the royal family, who all sat together alongside their siblings and cousins. …
Read More »I bumped into the Queen out walking her corgis: Britons share monarch memories
Members of the public have recounted fond memories of their interactions with the Queen, noting the monarch’s “incredible” memory, “gorgeous” smile and “down-to-earth” nature. The Queen marked 70 years on the throne during her Platinum Jubilee this weekend and the UK has celebrated with bunting, street parties and themed competitions …
Read More »Sculptor creates tiny royal coach in the eye of a needle as Jubilee tribute
A renowned microsculptor has created the “tiniest biggest tribute” for the Platinum Jubilee – an astonishing model of the Queen’s Coronation Carriage which fits inside the eye of a needle. Dr Willard Wigan fashioned and painstakingly put together more than 200 parts under a microscope to create the ornate work, …
Read More »Charles hopes ‘bickering’ can be avoided after ‘togetherness’ of Jubilee weekend
The Prince of Wales is said to hope the nation does not return to “bickering” after the feeling of “togetherness” over the Platinum Jubilee weekend. Charles and wife Camilla kicked off the final day of celebrations to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign by meeting guests at the Big Jubilee Lunch …
Read More »Three people killed in Philadelphia shooting
Three people have died and a further 11 are injured after gunfire erupted in one of Philadelphia’s most popular entertainment districts on Saturday night. Police officers were patrolling the area on South Street when they heard multiple gunshots and witnessed several suspects firing into a large crowd just before midnight, …
Read More »Woman discovers hundreds of Royal family clippings in 70 year old phone directory
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is upon us and with it we look back at the past 70 years that our Monarch has ruled throughout the commonwealth. Those who have grown up throughout her reign may have memories of the many times the queen appeared in the paper at certain events. The …
Read More »Mike Tindall keeps his eye on cheeky Prince Louis at Jubilee Pageant
Playful Prince Louis was up to mischief again at the Jubilee – but his older relative Mike Tindall joked he was keeping an eye on the spirited four-year-old. Louis sat in the front row of the royal box with his parents the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and siblings Prince …
Read More »Queen missing from Pageant royal box but revellers hope for balcony appearance
The Queen will not be in the royal box for the Platinum Jubilee Pageant but royal revellers are still hoping she will make a balcony appearance for the carnival’s finale. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are also missing for a second day running from the festivities, but the Prince …
Read More »Who’s who in the front row of the royal box at the Platinum Party At The Palace
The Royal Family turned out in force for the Queen’s third day of Platinum Jubilee celebrations for the Party At The Palace concert. The Queen, 96, again couldn’t make it, but she was represented by her beloved family who looked like they were enjoying every minute of the almost three-hour long …
Read More »Sculptor creates tiny royal coach in the eye of a needle as Jubilee tribute
A renowned microsculptor has created the “tiniest biggest tribute” for the Platinum Jubilee – an astonishing model of the Queen’s Coronation Carriage which fits inside the eye of a needle. Dr Willard Wigan fashioned and painstakingly put together more than 200 parts under a microscope to create the ornate work, …
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