When Princes William and Harry strode out on stage with their partners Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle for their first-ever joint event on February 28, 2018, they were welcomed by a glorious round of applause. The new foursome had already been given a plethora of nicknames by excited fans, including ‘Team …
Read More »AC/DC honoured in Royal Mail stamp collection for debut album’s 50th anniversary
The 50th anniversary of AC/DC’s monumental debut album is being celebrated by the Royal Mail with the release of a set of eight stamps. The collection honours the band’s “electrifying” live performances and featuring some of their most iconic album covers. Additionally, a miniature sheet presents four more stamps showcasing …
Read More »Beatles legend Paul McCartney stars in new £5 coin collection by UK’s Royal Mint
LONDON, Dec 7 — There are few accolades missing from Beatles songwriter Paul McCartney’s stellar career, and now he is to be recognised with a collection of £5 (RM28) coins, the UK’s Royal Mint said yesterday. The 82-year-old composer of timeless hits such as “Yesterday”, “Let it Be” and “Hey …
Read More »Mosque visited by members of the Royal Family was attended by members of the ISIS ‘Beatles’
Mosque visited by members of the Royal Family was attended by members of the ISIS ‘Beatles’ and should have had counter-extremism funding reviewed, report into Prevent finds By Mark Hookham and Abul Taher Published: 19:12 EST, 11 February 2023 | Updated: 19:12 EST, 11 February 2023 A mosque that has …
Read More »Iron Maiden celebrated on 12 special edition Royal Mail stamps declared ‘superb’ by band
Eight celebrate the heavy metal legends’ live performances and the current members – lead singer Bruce Dickinson, drummer Nicko McBrain, bassist Steve Harris, and guitarists Dave Murray, Adrian Smith and Janick Gers Iron Maiden become only the fifth music group to feature in a dedicated stamp issue ( Image: Royal …
Read More »London performances feature on new Royal Mail Rolling Stones stamps
A special set of stamps is being issued to celebrate The Rolling Stones, Royal Mail has announced. The 12 stamps will be a tribute to the band, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, having been formed in London in 1962. Eight of the stamps will feature images from some …
Read More »Anne Hailes: How The Beatles got abbreviated in Belfast and tin foil – shiny or dull?
THERE are two women in east Belfast who are especially grateful to Trevor Kane, the entrepreneur promoter who died earlier this month. He was an engaging man with a winning way who persuaded the big names to come to Belfast in the 60s and they came in their droves. Biggest …
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