Husband, 81, who suffocated his wife with plastic bag before he hanged himself had posted letter to Royal Mail confessing to murder with ‘Ring 999’ written on envelope, inquest hears David Arnold, 81, had killed his wife Christina, 71, by placing a bag over her head The retired draughtsman then …
Read More »Are Harry and Meghan getting security from the Secret Service?
One of the burly bodyguards escorting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle around New York City has claimed to work for the Department of Homeland Security. The bodyguard, dressed in a smart grey suit and black wingtips that had been resoled with comfortable sneaker soles, was spotted outside the Carlyle Hotel …
Read More »SARAH VINE: Kate, a class act who can be the monarchy’s rock
As Shakespeare said, some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ’em. Prince Philip was in a sense all three, a man born into the Greek royal family yet denied his birthright; someone who had to work hard to carve out his status in life; …
Read More »DOMINIC SANDBROOK: An unapologetic celebration of royal pageantry and patriotism
Great royal occasions — and make no mistake, the funeral of Prince Philip was a very great occasion indeed — are always charged with historical meaning. For the senior members of the House of Windsor, this was above all a poignant personal farewell. I defy even the most strident republican …
Read More »Kate Middleton was dignified and composed as she arrived at the castle alone
Kate Middleton is poised to step up in the family: Duchess of Cambridge was dignified and composed as she arrived at the castle alone and chose an outfit that was ‘elegant but not overstated,’ fashion experts reveal Kate Middleton was ‘consciously styled’ to mourn Duke of Edinburgh’s passing Donned chic black …
Read More »Herald honoured by his role in Prince Philip’s funeral
Herald who proclaimed Prince Philip’s styles and titles as his coffin was lowered into the royal vault reveals sense of ‘honour’ for being part of a ‘moment of history’ Thomas Woodcock, 69, has been Garter Principal King of Arms since 2010 He is the principal member of the royal household …
Read More »Prince Harry ‘will fly back to LA to be with Meghan tomorrow’, royal sources claim
Prince Harry will fly back to LA to be with his pregnant wife Meghan Markle tomorrow after going for a walk with his father Prince Charles today, royal sources have claimed. In what will be a rare face-to-face meeting between the pair since Harry left the UK for the US, the Duke …
Read More »Princess Eugenie leaves Windsor Castle with husband Jack Brooksbank
Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank left the grounds of Windsor Castle for home earlier today after attending Prince Philip’s funeral yesterday afternoon. The Queen’s granddaughter, 31, donned a checked shirt and a pair of sunglasses as she sat in the passenger seat of a car driven by her …
Read More »Prince Philip funeral: Duke’s personal regalia is placed on altar on cushions at St George’s Chapel
The Duke of Edinburgh’s personal regalia which he selected himself for his funeral has been pre-positioned on nine cushions on the altar at St George’s Chapel ahead of the service this afternoon. Prince Philip’s insignia on display at the church in Windsor Castle includes the medals and decorations conferred on him …
Read More »Prince Philip funeral: Queen wipes away a tear as she follows coffin to St George’s Chapel
The Queen wiped away tears and was forced to mourn alone away from her family in St George’s Chapel during Prince Philip’s Covid-hit Windsor Castle funeral today as she said an emotional final goodbye to her ‘strength and stay’ after their extraordinary 73-year life together. Her Majesty looked grief-stricken and …
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