Duchess of Cambridge expected to give birth at London's St Mary's Hospital where Princess Diana had her sons

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have "decided not to find out" the gender of their baby, royal officials say.

The baby will be delivered in the private Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, west London - where Princess Diana had her sons.

The baby is due in mid-July, and Prince William hopes he will be present if his RAF duties allow.

St James's Palace officials have appealed for an "appropriate degree of sensitivity" regarding the birth.

It is understood he will take two weeks' paternity leave - as allowed by the Ministry of Defence - but royal officials said the length of the duchess's maternity leave is a personal matter for her.

Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall are expecting their first baby in the New Year, Buckingham Palace says.

No reflection on you, Mr. Philip, but...





YAWN!

The world’s media have been entrenched outside St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington for weeks now, but the Duchess of Cambridge could yet give them the slip by giving birth in Reading, Berkshire, it has emerged.

Yesterday, the Queen said she hopes the Duchess of Cambridge's baby is born soon, because she is due to go on holiday. The comment was made to a 10-year-old schoolgirl while on a series of engagements in Cumbria. Wiggonby Church of England Primary School pupil Fay Batey asked if the Queen wanted the royal baby to be a boy or a girl. The Queen replied: "I don't think I mind. I would very much like it to arrive. I'm going on holiday." According to Buckingham Palace the Queen will soon be heading off to her private Balmoral estate in Scotland, where she traditionally spends her summer holiday.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have "decided not to find out" the gender of their baby, royal officials say.


Is it a boy or a girl?
Now, I think it's a little early to start imposing roles on it, don't you?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arCITMfxvEc

breaking news: The Duchess has been taken to hospital

breaking news: The Duchess has been taken to hospital
Which hospital, Reading or St Mary's in London?

Which hospital, Reading or St Mary's in London?


The Lindo wing of St Mary's

All the talk about the "royal" baby and Kate. Do not make the mistake of thinking that she is taking this all with "royal" aplomb. She is swearing her head off, calling him a son of a bitch, wondering wtf she thought she was thinking off, and is poised to kick the doctor in the face.

All the talk about the "royal" baby and Kate. Do not make the mistake of thinking that she is taking this all with "royal" aplomb. She is swearing her head off, calling him a son of a bitch, wondering wtf she thought she was thinking off, and is poised to kick the doctor in the face.



;D ;D ;D



Cat

All the talk about the "royal" baby and Kate. Do not make the mistake of thinking that she is taking this all with "royal" aplomb. She is swearing her head off, calling him a son of a bitch, wondering wtf she thought she was thinking off, and is poised to kick the doctor in the face.


The news keeps reporting that all is progressing normally and I totally pictured her doing this.  Or maybe wandering around the corridors of the hospital trying to keep things moving as I did with my first.

It's a boy and they are reporting it weighed 8lbs 6 oz. born at 4:24.

^ beat me to it.

It's a boy! Born 4:24 p.m.(I'm assuming London time), weighing 8 pounds 6 ounces.


Congrats to Mum & Dad!



Cat

Congratulations to Charles and Kate on their son!!

Now we wait to find out his name.

The Town Crier on the steps of the Linda Wing beats Twitter anyday

Now we wait to find out his name.
My money is on Philip.

My money is on Philip.



Hopeful wishing?  ;) :D ;D ;D



Cat

Hopeful wishing?  ;) :D ;D ;D



Cat
It was rumoured in the wind that if it was a girl the name would have been Diana.

My money is on Philip.



Hopeful wishing?  ;) :D ;D ;D



Cat

I'm not sure why ;D
I guess most think it will be George.

I'm not sure why ;D
I guess most think it will be George.
How about Prince Justin?

How about Prince Justin?

I think it should be modernized, but a British FB friend says they have to keep to tradition, so the only name I like is Alexander.

I'm not sure why ;D
I guess most think it will be George.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JlVqfC8-UI
;D ;D ;D ;D



It was rumoured in the wind that if it was a girl the name would have been Diana.


I think that would have been very appropriate. I'm sure the Queen wouldn't have liked it but I think everyone else would have thought that was a great choice.



Cat

Congrats to Will & Kate! :) Wonder what the kid's name will be...

My money is on Philip.


I don't think William would name his son after his grandfather. 

But Prince Spencer would be a nice name.  After his mother's last name Lady Diana Spencer.

When William was born, I always thought they should have named him Up-so when they went out in public, everyone would say, "Hey, look! There is Up, Chuck, & Di."



Cat

So seeing how the baby is half royal and half commoner I wonder when he gets older and doesn't feel like being a "good" boy if he'll be like I'm going to grandma and grandpa Middleton's house they let me do what I want.. lol

I'm thinking George Charles Philip Michael

I'm thinking George Charles Philip Michael


How about just "George Michael"...
nah...maybe I should give this one more try.

I'm not sure why ;D
I guess most think it will be George.


I'm for George myself.  George VI was the father of Elizabeth II, George V was the founder of the House of Windsor, and St. George is the the patron saint of England. 

I don't think it'll be George, though.  The pundits are guessing William and Kate will want something a little less obvious, but still traditional, such as Philip or Albert.  One bubblehead floated the name Arthur, but I don't think so!

I think they should name him Bob. :D

I think he should be Prince William II but then that would be as confusing as it was for his grandmother and great grandmother.  :P

I think they should name him Bob. :D


http://plissken.free.fr/Covers/K/King%20Ralph%20Front.jpg

How about just "George Michael"...
nah...maybe I should give this one more try.

Nice  ;)

They should name him Biggus Dickus.  ;D

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/IMAG0266.jpg

The Full Moon over Buckingham Palace last night as seen on BBC TV.

A leading midwife in the UK speaking to a BBC reporter yesterday was mentioning that midwives fear a Full Moon it does bring on more births by inducing labour in the expectant mothers.

They should name him Biggus Dickus.  ;D


;D

How about Albert, then everyone can text them "Do you have Prince Albert in the can"  ;D

Is Luther permissible for a royal name?

http://plissken.free.fr/Covers/K/King%20Ralph%20Front.jpg


;D

How about Albert, then everyone can text them "Do you have Prince Albert in the can"  ;D


If they named him Albert then he would almost be obligated upon reaching adulthood to get a body piercing in one of the worst possible places a man could get pierced.  :o :o :o

If they named him Albert then he would almost be obligated upon reaching adulthood to get a body piercing in one of the worst possible places a man could get pierced.  :o :o :o
So nothing will show when tight trousers are worn.

A specially-filmed scene will be inserted into Tuesday's edition of EastEnders, marking the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's son.

How about Albert, then everyone can text them "Do you have Prince Albert in the can"  ;D



When he gets older, you will hear him sing, "Call Me Al."



Cat

When he gets older, you will hear him sing, "Call Me Al."



Cat

;D Good one.

When he gets older, you will hear him sing, "Call Me Al."



Cat
The baby could be called Prince Royston Albert, and in the future he will be called "Prince Roy Al"

The baby could be called Prince Royston Albert, and in the future he will be called "Prince Roy Al"

Nice :)

My final guess Prince Philip George James Charles of Cambridge.

George Philip Charles Michael....I think they may try to get her fathers name in.  If not they will when she has the spare.

The royal baby has now left hospital

Name him Anthony! Name him Anthony!!

Prince Igor

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsTVF0Fu5_c

The royal baby has now left hospital
http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/68912000/jpg/_68912132_68912131.jpg

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/68912000/jpg/_68912132_68912131.jpg



Very nice pic of the young family.



Cat

Very nice pic of the young family.



Cat
All credit for the picture goes to the BBC.

All credit for the picture goes to the BBC.



I figured. I just think it is a nice pic.



Cat

Congratulations to Charles and Kate on their son!!


Charles? I think you mean William!

They should name him Ringo, that's a right proper English name. 8)

They should name him Ringo, that's a right proper English name. 8)



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCyuq-ofnPc



Cat

How about going back to Anglo-Saxon times? Jump right in there with an Egbert, or an Ethelred, or an Offa...
8)

How about going back to Anglo-Saxon times? Jump right in there with an Egbert, or an Ethelred, or an Offa...
8)


Ugh! They might just as well name him Q-Bert.  :P

Yes! Egbert!!!  ;D

They should name him Ringo, that's a right proper English name. 8)
I was thinking of Prince John Paul George Ringo of Cambridge.

How about just "George Michael"...
nah...maybe I should give this one more try.


;D


Name him Anthony! Name him Anthony!!


Been watching The Sopranos lately. Imagine calling the kid Prince Tony or Tone.

;D

Been watching The Sopranos lately. Imagine calling the kid Prince Tony or Tone.


Tone, As in Prince Tone Barbados ?  ;D

Back in 1982, it took around a month before the name of William was announced for Prince William.

The Queen has arrived at Kensington Palace to visit her great-grandson, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's son.

It must be hard because you don't have just two names you have four and you have to make sure they sound good together.
She's probably like I went something modern and he's like no it has to be traditional.

Ten guesses what is on the front page of the British press today?

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They still haven't named the baby yet.

They still haven't named the baby yet.
It will take some while, remember this baby will hold an important position in life.


Back in 1982, it took around a month before the name of William was announced for Prince William.

Ten guesses what is on the front page of the British press today?

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/15045_729070173771632_2125210943_n.jpg

Did you see he already knows how to do the "Royal" wave.

Did you see he already knows how to do the "Royal" wave.
Starting young.

It will take some while, remember this baby will hold an important position in life.

According to the news show I watched it only took a week, it took the queen a month to name Prince Charles.
Princess Diana and Charles had similar problems when Wills was born in 1982 – taking a week before finally announcing his name. But sources last night said they did not expect the Cambridges to take quite so long.

Check out all the latest News, Sport & Celeb gossip at Mirror.co.uk http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/royal-baby-name-prince-william-2083267#ixzz2ZyvGMrql
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Ten guesses what is on the front page of the British press today?

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What the hell? How can he wave? He doesn't even know where his hands are?

Alert: William and Kate have named their son Prince George Alexander Louis.

Alert: William and Kate have named their son Prince George Alexander Louis.


wonderful.  :)

Alert: William and Kate have named their son Prince George Alexander Louis.


It must be George from Queen Elizabeth's II father and grandfather, Alexander from Kate side of the family and Louis from Louis Mountbatten, the 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma, who was Prince Charles' godfather.

Or Louis after his dad.  Isn't Louis one of his names as well?

I think I heard that Mountbatten was the Queens favorite uncle, and George is a kingly name, where does the Alexander come from?

So, it is pronounced Lou-ee or Lou-is?


Cat

So, it is pronounced Lou-ee or Lou-is?


Cat
Lou-ee, I just heard it on the news.

It seems to me this Prince William, Kate Middleton, and the baby George are liked by lots of people.

I think I heard that Mountbatten was the Queens favorite uncle, and George is a kingly name, where does the Alexander come from?


My mom says that Louis was Philip's brother.

He'll be George VII.

He'll be George VII.


Yup that's right.  :)

He'll be George VII.


Not necessarily.  Charles has said in the past that he might choose to be known as King George when he becomes king.

I think it should be modernized, but a British FB friend says they have to keep to tradition, so the only name I like is Alexander.
You are right, the second name is Alexander.

I'm thinking George Charles Philip Michael
You are right with George as the first name!

My mom says that Louis was Philip's brother.
Lord Louis Mountbatten is an uncle of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and second cousin once removed to Elizabeth II.

Well now that he's born and we know his name we wait for all the milestones that he will reach in his life. I hope for now the press lets the royal family all enjoy the time they get to spend with him.

Well now that he's born and we know his name we wait for all the milestones that he will reach in his life. I hope for now the press lets the royal family all enjoy the time they get to spend with him.


Agreed ninny.

Well now that he's born and we know his name we wait for all the milestones that he will reach in his life. I hope for now the press lets the royal family all enjoy the time they get to spend with him.
There is still the matter of the christening to come. Also, Zara, daughter of Princess Anne is expecting.

While we were waiting for the name of the baby, It was reported in the news that there was pressure because the queen has to go on her vacation, and had to know the name of the baby before she went

Just days old, and already the kid is causing trouble lol

While we were waiting for the name of the baby, It was reported in the news that there was pressure because the queen has to go on her vacation, and had to know the name of the baby before she went

Just days old, and already the kid is causing trouble lol


Even before now.  Prince William said he would have a talk with him about his tardiness when he got older.  Started out in trouble. ;D

There is still the matter of the christening to come. Also, Zara, daughter of Princess Anne is expecting.

Oh the christening, how did I forget that. I see that Zara is 3 months along.

While we were waiting for the name of the baby, It was reported in the news that there was pressure because the queen has to go on her vacation, and had to know the name of the baby before she went

Just days old, and already the kid is causing trouble lol


Even before now.  Prince William said he would have a talk with him about his tardiness when he got older.  Started out in trouble. ;D

Poor kid he'll probably never hear the end of it.

Even before now.  Prince William said he would have a talk with him about his tardiness when he got older.  Started out in trouble. ;D

;D  So the Royal Family does have a sense of humor.

More importantly, The Prince of Late Night is father to a Princess:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIkmCF6jPLE

;D  So the Royal Family does have a sense of humor.


William does.  I'm not so sure about his father and grandmother.  ;D

William does.  I'm not so sure about his father and grandmother.  ;D
Wiliam's father Prince Charles is known for his humour, at one time his was friends when Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers, and Spike Milligan and fellow Goon member Harry Secombe attended Prince Charles's wedding to Diana Spencer in 1981.

Not a "Royals" fan by any means, but think it kinda cool they took off for Bucklebury.

More importantly, The Prince of Late Night is father to a Princess:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIkmCF6jPLE

Congratulations to him and his wife Nancy :)

Prince Harry was quoted as saying when asked about his mission as an uncle.
"To make sure he has a good upbringing, and keep him out of harm's way and to make sure he has fun.



"The rest I'll leave to the parents."

Prince Harry was quoted as saying when asked about his mission as an uncle.
"To make sure he has a good upbringing, and keep him out of harm's way and to make sure he has fun.


http://www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2012/08/naked-prince-harry-crashing-bachelorette-party-las-vegas/_jcr_content/par/cn_contentwell/par-main/cn_blogpost/cn_float_container/cn_image.size.prince-harry-vegas-pool-ryan-lochte-party.jpg

THANKS UNCLE HARRY!

:P

;D

George is a very fitting name for a future king. Wishing the royal family the best.

Now, let's see how many people name their kids George within the next year.

;D

George is a very fitting name for a future king. Wishing the royal family the best.

Now, let's see how many people name their kids George within the next year.


The name George almost disappeared in the last forty years.  It's time for a comeback!

The name George almost disappeared in the last forty years.  It's time for a comeback!


In the UK it is still reasonably popular

In the UK it is still reasonably popular
Taken the info from Office for National Statistics page for 2011 Baby Names Statistics Boys (Excel sheet 1461Kb), George is in 12th place. On the list please note that Harry is at number 1 and William is at 10th.

The name George almost disappeared in the last forty years.  It's time for a comeback!



George is Carlos' middle name.


Cat

Doing the rounds at the moment is the picture of Prince William and Kate with Prince George, the image shows their face transposed, it looks unnerving.

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/IMG-20130727-WA0000.jpg

Doing the rounds at the moment is the picture of Prince William and Kate with Prince George, the image shows their face transposed, it looks unnerving.

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/IMG-20130727-WA0000.jpg


;D

Like, Hi, Fer Shurr,

Thank you, Philip Eno, for making me laugh!  I SWEAR that there is no BETTER cure for the current Baby Bump/ Baby Watch fetishism that America is marinating herself in these days!  I personally believe that we just need to let the celebs have babies, see one or two pics, say, "How cute!", and get back to trying to raise respectable children of our own...
;D



Doing the rounds at the moment is the picture of Prince William and Kate with Prince George, the image shows their face transposed, it looks unnerving.

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm66/Phil_O-Sopher/IMG-20130727-WA0000.jpg

In the UK it is still reasonably popular
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1003896_10151530759067217_676109159_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1003896_10151530759067217_676109159_n.jpg

A lot of the girls names are popular here in the states, not that many boys thou.
Jacob Sophia
2 Mason Emma
3 Ethan Isabella
4 Noah Olivia
5 William Ava
6 Liam Emily
7 Jayden Abigail
8 Michael Mia
9 Alexander Madison
10 Aiden Elizabeth

http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8775683.ece/ALTERNATES/w460/prince-george-1.jpg



The first official photos of Prince George have been released - and, cradled in his mother's arms, he appears as if does not have a care in the world.

Lying peacefully in the arms of the Duchess of Cambridge, the newborn, who is third in line to the throne, seems to be sleeping, oblivious to what is going on around him or the duties that will one day be expected of him.

The Duke of Cambridge stands to the left of his wife in both photographs, looking on proudly with a protective arm around Kate.

The intimate pictures were taken by Kate's father Michael Middleton in a shady spot of the garden of the family home in Bucklebury, Berkshire, earlier this month.

The Archbishop of Canterbury has said he hopes the "extraordinary" baptism of Prince George will inspire others to seek the same ceremony. The Most Rev Justin Welby will perform the christening at the Chapel Royal at St James's Palace on Wednesday.

The Archbishop of Canterbury has said he hopes the "extraordinary" baptism of Prince George will inspire others to seek the same ceremony. The Most Rev Justin Welby will perform the christening at the Chapel Royal at St James's Palace on Wednesday.
The names of Prince George's seven godparents have been announced ahead of his christening later.

They are Oliver Baker, Emilia Jardine-Paterson, Earl Grosvenor, Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton, Julia Samuel, William van Cutsem and Zara Tindall.

Zara Tindall, wife of former England rugby international Mike Tindall, is Prince William's cousin.

The names of Prince George's seven godparents have been announced ahead of his christening later.

They are Oliver Baker, Emilia Jardine-Paterson, Earl Grosvenor, Jamie Lowther-Pinkerton, Julia Samuel, William van Cutsem and Zara Tindall.

Zara Tindall, wife of former England rugby international Mike Tindall, is Prince William's cousin.

I have heard about news of the christening, but I didn't know that he would have this many godparents.

I have heard about news of the christening, but I didn't know that he would have this many godparents.
It must be an upper class or aristocracy thing. BTW Roman Catholics have plenty of godparents, but not allowed to be on the royal throne.

Prince George christening: Official pictures released

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699472_jasonbell3.jpg
The image was among the official portraits to mark the christening of Prince George

The Queen has been pictured with three future kings - the first such image of royal succession for nearly 120 years.

The monarch is shown with her son, the Prince of Wales, grandson, the Duke of Cambridge, and great-grandson, Prince George, to mark the royal christening.

It echoes a 1894 image from the future Edward VIII's christening, showing him with his father, grandfather and great-grandmother - George V, Edward VII and Queen Victoria.

The pictures were taken by Jason Bell.

'Windsor dynasty'

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699476_eddie8.jpg
The picture echoes an image taken at the christening of the future Edward VIII

The four official portraits were taken in the Morning Room at Clarence House following Wednesday's ceremony at the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace.

BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell said the images showed the Windsor dynasty on a scale not previously seen.

The reigning monarch and three future kings will, in all probability, occupy the British throne for considerably more than 100 years.

It is the "four monarchs" photograph that can genuinely be said to have historic significance, said our correspondent.

The images were captured by Bell, who is renowned for his images of high-profile figures like Sir Paul McCartney, actress Scarlett Johansson and former England footballer David Beckham.

Prince George wears a replica of the intricate lace and satin christening gown made for Queen Victoria's eldest daughter, Victoria, the Princess Royal, in 1841.

The sofa which the royals sat on for the pictures was designed by Thomas Chippendale and is part of a range dating from about 1773.

It is thought to have been commissioned by the Duke of Gloucester, George III's brother.

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699470_jamesbell2.jpg
The duchess said her son was a "good boy" at his christening

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70696000/jpg/_70696912_jasonbell1.jpg
The Queen told guests at a Buckingham Palace reception that she had enjoyed the christening

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699474_jasonbell4.jpg
The christening was a private family service, with only senior royals, four members of the Middleton family, the seven godparents and their spouses in attendance

Edward the VIII, though he inherited the crown, never did quite make it to the coronation.

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699470_jamesbell2.jpg
The duchess said her son was a "good boy" at his christening

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70696000/jpg/_70696912_jasonbell1.jpg
The Queen told guests at a Buckingham Palace reception that she had enjoyed the christening



These are my two favorite pics.  The first, the Prince looks like he is about to bust out into baby giggles.  I love how in the second one the Queen is looking at the baby, not the camera. 

He is such an adorable little guy.

Edward the VIII, though he inherited the crown, never did quite make it to the coronation.
All down to the abdication, for the love of ex-divorcee Wallis Simpson.

All down to the abdication, for the love of ex-divorcee Wallis Simpson.


Just imagine if he HAD been allowed to marry her! What a mess that would have stirred up!

On a more sinister note, it's been proven that he had Nazi sympathies, which would have made things VERY difficult...

Just imagine if he HAD been allowed to marry her! What a mess that would have stirred up!

On a more sinister note, it's been proven that he had Nazi sympathies, which would have made things VERY difficult...
...and the British nation would be speaking German...

Prince George christening: Official pictures released

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699472_jasonbell3.jpg
The image was among the official portraits to mark the christening of Prince George

The Queen has been pictured with three future kings - the first such image of royal succession for nearly 120 years.

The monarch is shown with her son, the Prince of Wales, grandson, the Duke of Cambridge, and great-grandson, Prince George, to mark the royal christening.

It echoes a 1894 image from the future Edward VIII's christening, showing him with his father, grandfather and great-grandmother - George V, Edward VII and Queen Victoria.

The pictures were taken by Jason Bell.

'Windsor dynasty'

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699476_eddie8.jpg
The picture echoes an image taken at the christening of the future Edward VIII

The four official portraits were taken in the Morning Room at Clarence House following Wednesday's ceremony at the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace.

BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell said the images showed the Windsor dynasty on a scale not previously seen.

The reigning monarch and three future kings will, in all probability, occupy the British throne for considerably more than 100 years.

It is the "four monarchs" photograph that can genuinely be said to have historic significance, said our correspondent.

The images were captured by Bell, who is renowned for his images of high-profile figures like Sir Paul McCartney, actress Scarlett Johansson and former England footballer David Beckham.

Prince George wears a replica of the intricate lace and satin christening gown made for Queen Victoria's eldest daughter, Victoria, the Princess Royal, in 1841.

The sofa which the royals sat on for the pictures was designed by Thomas Chippendale and is part of a range dating from about 1773.

It is thought to have been commissioned by the Duke of Gloucester, George III's brother.

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699470_jamesbell2.jpg
The duchess said her son was a "good boy" at his christening

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70696000/jpg/_70696912_jasonbell1.jpg
The Queen told guests at a Buckingham Palace reception that she had enjoyed the christening

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/70699000/jpg/_70699474_jasonbell4.jpg
The christening was a private family service, with only senior royals, four members of the Middleton family, the seven godparents and their spouses in attendance


Prince George definitely looks like Prince William.  :)

Just imagine if he HAD been allowed to marry her! What a mess that would have stirred up!

On a more sinister note, it's been proven that he had Nazi sympathies, which would have made things VERY difficult...


They were quite right in tossing her out.  IMO she was pretty much a disgrace to us, if he had to choose a Yank to lose the title over he could have done better playing blind man's bluff.

LATEST:

Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall gives birth to baby girl weighing 7lbs 12oz

LATEST:

Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall gives birth to baby girl weighing 7lbs 12oz
The baby, as yet unnamed, becomes 16th in line for the throne and will be no title.

LATEST:

Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall gives birth to baby girl weighing 7lbs 12oz
Zara and Mike Tindall's daughter has been named Mia Grace Tindall, it has been revealed. The name of Queen's fourth great-grandchild was revealed by rugby player Mr Tindall on Twitter. Mia, who is 16th in line to the throne, was born at the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital six days ago weighing 7lbs 12oz (3.5kg).

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took Prince George on the first official public engagement of their 19-day tour of New Zealand and Australia. The royal couple met fellow new mothers and fathers at Government House in Wellington along with not-for-profit childcare organisation Plunket. The parents were selected to reflect the diversity of New Zealand society. Eight-month-old Prince George appeared to remain calm even though there were tears from some of a similar age.

http://news.bbcimg.co.uk/media/images/74124000/jpg/_74124393_74124391.jpg

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Prince George has been photographed walking with the help of his mother, the Duchess of Cambridge.

His tentative steps were captured on Sunday as princes William and Harry lined up on opposing sides in the Jerudong Trophy at Cirencester Park Polo Club.

It is believed to be the first time the baby prince has been seen taking to two feet in public.

George - who is third in line to the throne - will turn one next month.

He was also seen playing football on the sidelines of the charity polo match.

It was an "impromptu family day out", Clarence House said.

Kate Middleton pregnant again, claims ex-school friend - but Buckingham Palace stays tight-lipped over rumours

Prince George's Peter Rabbit birthday party: It's all been organised by Carole Middleton

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2697755/Prince-Georges-Peter-Rabbit-birthday-party-organised-Carole-Middleton.html#ixzz37vyiWSQX

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An official photograph of Prince George has been released to mark his first birthday.

The prince, whose birthday is on Tuesday, was pictured at the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at London's Natural History Museum.

The image was taken a few weeks ago by the Press Association's John Stillwell.

Prince George's parents, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are expected to hold a birthday party on Tuesday at their Kensington Palace apartment.

Mr Stillwell also photographed the prince's first public appearance the day after he was born and his christening last October.

"Prince George was very lively and very sure of himself and confident - a very determined young boy," he said.

Prince George Alexander Louis - known as His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge - was born on 22 July last year.

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An official photograph of Prince George has been released to mark his first birthday.

The prince, whose birthday is on Tuesday, was pictured at the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at London's Natural History Museum.

The image was taken a few weeks ago by the Press Association's John Stillwell.

Prince George's parents, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are expected to hold a birthday party on Tuesday at their Kensington Palace apartment.

Mr Stillwell also photographed the prince's first public appearance the day after he was born and his christening last October.

"Prince George was very lively and very sure of himself and confident - a very determined young boy," he said.

Prince George Alexander Louis - known as His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge - was born on 22 July last year.

Happy 1st birthday Prince George! :)

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An official photograph of Prince George has been released to mark his first birthday.

The prince, whose birthday is on Tuesday, was pictured at the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at London's Natural History Museum.

The image was taken a few weeks ago by the Press Association's John Stillwell.

Prince George's parents, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are expected to hold a birthday party on Tuesday at their Kensington Palace apartment.

Mr Stillwell also photographed the prince's first public appearance the day after he was born and his christening last October.

"Prince George was very lively and very sure of himself and confident - a very determined young boy," he said.

Prince George Alexander Louis - known as His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge - was born on 22 July last year.


At least Catherine and William aren't dressing George in those same hideous outfits that William's mom and dad used to dress him in when he was that age.  :P  In fact he's probably not going to remember his first birthday at all.

Enough already

Lawyers for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have asked a photographer to "cease harassing" Prince George and his nanny.

A Kensington Palace statement said they were prompted to take action after the man was spotted near the 14-month-old in a central London park.

It said: "No parent would tolerate the suspicion of someone pursuing and harassing their child and carer."

The couple are not taking legal action at this stage.

BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell said palace officials believe the photographer's actions amounted to "stalking" and that lawyers were seeking an assurance he would desist.

"If they do not receive these assurances that this behaviour will stop, they will then consider options of legal action," he said.

Our correspondent added that the man had been warned off last week by royal protection officers and that he had also been spoken to "over a number of years" about his behaviour.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-29460858

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have confirmed that their second child is due in April next year, Kensington Palace has said.

A statement from Clarence House said Kate is still being affected by hyperemisis gravidarum - a complication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea - but her condition is steadily improving.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have confirmed that their second child is due in April next year, Kensington Palace has said.

A statement from Clarence House said Kate is still being affected by hyperemisis gravidarum - a complication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea - but her condition is steadily improving.
but use of word 'baby' means twins have been ruled out

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived in New York for a tour of the east coast of the United States.

The couple are in the country for three days, during which Prince William will meet President Barack Obama.

Catherine, who is pregnant with the couple's second child, will accompany the duke to pay respects to those who died in the 9/11 terror attacks.

Danny Lopez, the British consul general in New York, said there had been "incredible interest" in the visit.

He added there has been a huge "level of excitement" from people in the city.

Prince William is also expected to give a speech at a World Bank conference in Washington on combating illegal wildlife trafficking.

Highlighting the scale of the problem the prince is expected to say "some endangered species are now literally worth more than their weight in gold".

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have confirmed that their second child is due in April next year, Kensington Palace has said.

A statement from Clarence House said Kate is still being affected by hyperemisis gravidarum - a complication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea - but her condition is steadily improving.



Deeee-lightful! Can't you just see next year's headlines now?

'Woman has another baby'  (yawn!)

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have confirmed that their second child is due in April next year, Kensington Palace has said.

A statement from Clarence House said Kate is still being affected by hyperemisis gravidarum - a complication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea - but her condition is steadily improving.
A rumour has been leaked that the expected baby will be a girl.

Britain's heir to the throne, Prince Charles, tells the BBC that the extent to which young people in the UK are becoming radicalised is "alarming".

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-31199692

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have confirmed that their second child is due in April next year, Kensington Palace has said.

A statement from Clarence House said Kate is still being affected by hyperemisis gravidarum - a complication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea - but her condition is steadily improving.
The baby is due for birth during the next week, the press are already gathering at the hospital in expectation.

The baby is due for birth during the next week, the press are already gathering at the hospital in expectation.

Interesting.
Does anyone know whether it's going to be a boy or a girl, or will they not know until the baby is born?

Interesting.
Does anyone know whether it's going to be a boy or a girl, or will they not know until the baby is born?
When I was in the Philippines, I thought I read a report that it is a baby girl, now I am not to sure.

When I was in the Philippines, I thought I read a report that it is a baby girl, now I am not to sure.

That's fine. I was just curious. I'd been hearing about Kate's second pregnancy, but I don't remember anyone mentioning anything about the baby's gender.

That's fine. I was just curious. I'd been hearing about Kate's second pregnancy, but I don't remember anyone mentioning anything about the baby's gender.
Now we just have to sit and wait.

Yesterday was the 4th anniversary of William and Kate of their wedding.

Happy anniversary!

Mother Katherine admitted this morning, baby girl born at 8lb 3oz, at 8:34am.

Hurrah!

Mother Katherine admitted this morning, baby girl born at 8lb 3oz, at 8:34am.
The princess yet to to be named will be 4th in line to the throne.

Mother Katherine admitted this morning, baby girl born at 8lb 3oz, at 8:34am.

The princess yet to to be named will be 4th in line to the throne.

Congratulations to William and Kate!!

Mozel Tov!

I wish the four of them health, happiness, & peace.


Cat

Mother Katherine admitted this morning, baby girl born at 8lb 3oz, at 8:34am.
Gawd bless her!

And she won't be pushed aside by any boys since the princess is fourth in line to the throne after grandpa Charles, dad William, and older brother George.  Which pushes great uncle Andrew to sixth position and uncle Harry to fifth position.

What is the baby's name?

What is the baby's name?
Not named as yet...

When Prince George was born it took a few days to name him. The Queen is expected to visit her new great granddaughter this afternoon, probably that subject of naming will be discussed then amongst the family.

Not named as yet...

When Prince George was born it took a few days to name him. The Queen is expected to visit her new great granddaughter this afternoon, probably that subject of naming will be discussed then amongst the family.


I hope that they don't pick Alice after Philip's mother.  :P

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, Kensington Palace has said.

I think it would be sweet for them to name her Diana-named for her late grandmother.


Cat

New British princess is named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, Kensington Palace has said.

New British princess is named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana
You are too late...

I think it would be sweet for them to name her Diana-named for her late grandmother.


Cat
Charlotte, the feminine form of Charles, has a long royal pedigree and became popular in the 18th century when it was the name of George III's queen.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, Kensington Palace has said.

Very nice. :)




Charlotte, the feminine form of Charles, has a long royal pedigree and became popular in the 18th century when it was the name of George III's queen.

This is interesting info.

Charlotte, the feminine form of Charles, has a long royal pedigree and became popular in the 18th century when it was the name of George III's queen.


Well we do not know how the latest royal will view her/his gender identity.

May I suggest until then that we refer to the new arrival as simply "Chaz"...

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The baby princess is called Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

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The baby princess is called Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.


cute. :)

Charlotte, the feminine form of Charles, has a long royal pedigree and became popular in the 18th century when it was the name of George III's queen.


Elizabeth is Kate's mother's name and also William's grandmother's name and of course we all know Diana is for William's late mother.

Thousands have bid Prince Harry farewell as his Australian army secondment ends - including a woman who asked him to marry her.

I reading that they might be having a third child.  :o

I reading that they might be having a third child.  :o
Too soon to tell, let her recover first.

Prince Harry has come face-to-face with his reptilian namesake, a 100-year-old tuatara called Henry, during the second day of his visit to New Zealand.

The prince was christened Henry when he was born in 1984, even though he is known as Harry.

The prince met the reptile at Invercargill Airport before flying to the country's most southern and remote community on Stewart Island.

I've been hearing that Harry wants to get married and have kids.

I've been hearing that Harry wants to get married and have kids.
After seeing his brother (William) have a fruitful marriage, it all goes down to sibling rivalry.

Private letters sent by the Prince of Wales to Labour government ministers a decade ago have been published after a lengthy legal battle.

Clarence House said the move would "only inhibit" the prince's ability to express his concerns.

In one letter to the prime minister, the prince said the armed forces were being asked to do a challenging job "without the necessary resources".

Release of the letters follows a decade-long campaign by the Guardian.

Prince Harry has visited this year's Chelsea Flower Show, ahead of a visit later by the Queen.

The prince revealed he has yet to meet Princess Charlotte as he toured a garden designed for his charity.

Horticulturalists from around the world are displaying their designs at the Royal Hospital in Chelsea, London.

Last Wednesday, May 27th was State Opening of Parliament with the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall in attendance.

The winners of BBC Radio 2's search for young writing talent have been announced - with pigeons, stuttering and cake among the fictional topics covered in the 500 Words contest.

The Duchess of Cornwall was on hand to congratulate the winners at a ceremony at St James's Palace.

On this day in 1953 our Queen was crowned.

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Buckingham Palace has moved to quash social media rumours of the monarch's ill health by issuing a statement about her annual check-up.

A palace spokesman said: "I can confirm that the Queen this morning attended her annual medical check-up at the King Edward VII's Hospital in London. This was a routine, pre-scheduled appointment, the Queen has now left hospital."

Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge's daughter Princess Charlotte will be christened on 5 July, Kensington Palace has announced.

The service will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the palace said.

The christening will take place at St Mary Magdalene Church at the Queen's Sandringham estate in Norfolk.

A series of photos of Prince George and his sister Princess Charlotte have been released by Kensington Palace.

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A series of photos of Prince George and his sister Princess Charlotte have been released by Kensington Palace.

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They're both beautiful. :)

A nonsense tweet on the Kensington Palace Twitter account briefly prompted speculation over Prince George had got his hands on the royal iPad.

Others questioned whether the Twitter account itself had been hacked. But the unusual tweet was deleted soon afterwards and there were no further similar messages.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/royal-tweet-prompts-people-to-ask-did-prince-george-get-hold-of-the-ipad-10302940.html

After more than a decade of full-time military service Prince Harry has today ended his career with the Army. The Prince has had a fulfilling military career and considers it a huge honour to have served his country in the Armed Forces.

There are no reports on what Prince William got up to on his birthday yesteday.

Is the Queen the world's hardest-working monarch? Royal, 89, attended over ONE HUNDRED engagements in the last six months alone

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3134310/Is-Queen-world-s-hardest-working-monarch-Royal-89-attended-ONE-engagements-six-months-alone.html#ixzz3dp1ntfsL

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh have arrived in Germany for a four-day state visit.

The German air force escorted the Queen's plane to Berlin Tegel airport, and a 21-gun salute was fired.

During the royals' visit, they will attend a state banquet, travel to the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp and hold a private meeting with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

This will be the Queen's seventh time in Germany.

A series of photos of Prince George and his sister Princess Charlotte have been released by Kensington Palace.

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They are precious!  They both have William's eye shape, but George has his mother's brown eyes.  That is such a darling picture.

On this day in 1953 our Queen was crowned.

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that's an impressive photo!  She definately looks regal there. 

I guess I didn't realize that there was such a large age difference between Charles and her other sons. 

They are precious!  They both have William's eye shape, but George has his mother's brown eyes.  That is such a darling picture.
George just looks like his father at the same age.

I guess I didn't realize that there was such a large age difference between Charles and her other sons. 
There is an age gap, one does wonder?

The Queen may have to move out of Buckingham Palace to allow maintenance work to be carried out. Palace officials say the building needs new plumbing and wiring and hasn't been decorated since 1952. It could cost as much as a-hundred-and-fifty-million pounds.

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The Queen is flanked by impressive police bike escort in Berlin at start of four-day Germany trip

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3136438/A-royal-welcome-Red-carpet-rolled-Queen-Prince-Philip-arrive-Germany-trip-include-visit-Nazi-concentration-camp.html#ixzz3dyhIl76p

The Queen may have to move out of Buckingham Palace to allow maintenance work to be carried out. Palace officials say the building needs new plumbing and wiring and hasn't been decorated since 1952. It could cost as much as a-hundred-and-fifty-million pounds.
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German Chancellor beams with delight as she welcomes Her Majesty to official workplace near Reichstag in Berlin at start of four-day State visit

I *think* the crown jewels are located or at least *were* located somewhere in the Tower Bridge (I thought I read that somewhere).  Can the humble commoner go and look at them?  Are there other displays of Royal finery elsewhere in London?  I'm rather taken with all of HRM's handbags and headwear. 


It just occured to me that King Edward I think his name was abdicated his claim to the throne because he wanted to marry a divorcee.  Now Charles *did* marry a divorcee, and was divorced person hisself, was there some kind of royal law changed to make this happen?  Or has Modern times called for Modern solutions and it wasn't that big of a deal anymore?


I know when Andrew married Fergie, many of the royal subjects (especially women) dyed their hair red like her  (I was tempted,  but still young at the time.)  Was there a trend of dying their hair brown when William married Catherine?

I *think* the crown jewels are located or at least *were* located somewhere in the Tower Bridge (I thought I read that somewhere).  Can the humble commoner go and look at them?  Are there other displays of Royal finery elsewhere in London?  I'm rather taken with all of HRM's handbags and headwear. 
The Crown Jewels are housed in the Tower of London, and displayed for visitors to see.

It just occured to me that King Edward I think his name was abdicated his claim to the throne because he wanted to marry a divorcee.  Now Charles *did* marry a divorcee, and was divorced person hisself, was there some kind of royal law changed to make this happen?  Or has Modern times called for Modern solutions and it wasn't that big of a deal anymore?

It would have been a different story if Diana was previously divorce?

The Crown Jewels are housed in the Tower of London, and displayed for visitors to see.


Is the Tower of London and the Tower Bridge one and the same?  Is that the bridge that has the drawbridge (the you rarely see drawn?)  I think I saw it on some television show once, they were waiting and waiting for it to be drawn up and then the pivotal moment arrived and they were distracted with a marriage proposal or something insignicant like that.  :D ;D

The Queen may have to move out of Buckingham Palace to allow maintenance work to be carried out. Palace officials say the building needs new plumbing and wiring and hasn't been decorated since 1952. It could cost as much as a-hundred-and-fifty-million pounds.


That is alot of money!  They should downsize and move into something newer.  ;D :D

Is the Tower of London and the Tower Bridge one and the same?  Is that the bridge that has the drawbridge (the you rarely see drawn?)  I think I saw it on some television show once, they were waiting and waiting for it to be drawn up and then the pivotal moment arrived and they were distracted with a marriage proposal or something insignicant like that.  :D ;D
Different buildings, close by to each other.

Tower of London
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Tower Bridge
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The two together
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The Queen may have to move out of Buckingham Palace to allow maintenance work to be carried out. Palace officials say the building needs new plumbing and wiring and hasn't been decorated since 1952. It could cost as much as a-hundred-and-fifty-million pounds.
Just had a thought, who is going to pay for the maintenance, them or the tax payer?

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A high calibre of celebrity in the Royal Box at Wimbledon this afternoon, if one is allowed to describe the Duchess of Cornwall as a celebrity. The Duchess will be joined by Liverpool forward Adam Lallana, Dragons Den's Theo Paphitis and Olympic swimmer Fran Halsall. Although, the Duchess may be hoping to be seated next to the Duchess of Cambridge's parents or Tim Henman's mum and dad. Although, that is just a crass assumption.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh were in Glasgow today, visiting the University of Strathclyde and the South Glasgow University Hospital and Royal Hospital for Sick Children. Her Majesty and His Royal Highness first opened the new Technology and Innovation Centre at the University of Strathclyde. The Centre is a hub for world-leading research, transforming the way academics, business, industry and the public sector work in partnership.

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have chosen five godparents for Princess Charlotte, including William's cousin Laura Fellowes.

The announcement was made ahead of the royal baby's christening in Norfolk.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-33399642

Are there any Royals that are notoriously private?  That one doesn't hear about them unless it is a wedding/funeral or other state affair?

On the converse, are there any Royals that seem to seek the limelight?  I would presume the young ones (teenagerish/young adults) tend to end up in the news alot just because they do more things in the "public" so to speak.

Yesterday, The Queen received the President of the Republic of Kosovo Atifete Jahjaga during an audience at Buckingham Palace, London.

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It just occured to me that King Edward I think his name was abdicated his claim to the throne because he wanted to marry a divorcee.  Now Charles *did* marry a divorcee, and was divorced person hisself, was there some kind of royal law changed to make this happen?  Or has Modern times called for Modern solutions and it wasn't that big of a deal anymore?





He didn't marry until after Diana had died.  And I think Camilla's ex had also passed away.

The Crown Jewels are housed in the Tower of London, and displayed for visitors to see.


We went to see them when we were in London for the Olympics

We went to see them when we were in London for the Olympics
Can you still only view the Crown Jewels on a moving conveyor belt?

He didn't marry until after Diana had died.  And I think Camilla's ex had also passed away.


Oh that makes sense. Thanks

Yesterday, The Queen received the President of the Republic of Kosovo Atifete Jahjaga during an audience at Buckingham Palace, London.

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Why is she bowing?

Why is she bowing?
It is a curtsy, a traditional gesture of greeting, in which a girl or woman bends her knees while bowing her head.

Yesterday, The Queen received the President of the Republic of Kosovo Atifete Jahjaga during an audience at Buckingham Palace, London.

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Why is she bowing?

It is a curtsy, a traditional gesture of greeting, in which a girl or woman bends her knees while bowing her head.
Men bow, and ladies curtsy.

Can you still only view the Crown Jewels on a moving conveyor belt?


When I was typing my reply yesterday I was thinking about that.  Fairly sure there was a conveyor belt to stand on.

When I was typing my reply yesterday I was thinking about that.  Fairly sure there was a conveyor belt to stand on.
...thus making harder to take pictures, DTC.

The Queen presents actor Sir John Hurt with his knighthood during an Investiture at Windsor Castle,

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Buckingham Palace has said it is disappointed that footage from 1933 showing the Queen performing a Nazi salute has been released. The Sun has published the film which shows the Queen aged about seven, with her mother, sister and uncle. The palace said it was "disappointing that film, shot eight decades ago... has been obtained and exploited". The newspaper has refused to say how it got the footage but said it was an "important and interesting story".

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Buckingham Palace has said it is disappointed that footage from 1933 showing the Queen performing a Nazi salute has been released. The Sun has published the film which shows the Queen aged about seven, with her mother, sister and uncle. The palace said it was "disappointing that film, shot eight decades ago... has been obtained and exploited". The newspaper has refused to say how it got the footage but said it was an "important and interesting story".

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-33578174


I think she's just waving hello or goodbye.

I think she's just waving hello or goodbye.
In 1933, that was the sign of the Nazi Salute.

Ahem, it runs in the family?

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This is taken totally out of context.  Even if she was giving the Nazi salute it was in 1933 when Hitler had only just come to power and no one knew what atrocities would happen. 

frankly it looks like she's about to do a cartwheel!

In 1933, that was the sign of the Nazi Salute.


Why at her age did she do that?  ???

Ahem, it runs in the family?

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He has his thumb in so this would not be a Nazi salute.

Why at her age did she do that?  ???
Obeying orders from her uncle?

In the light of well known people doing the Nazi Salute... ?

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It was this day (July 29th) in 1981, a worldwide television audience of over 700 million people watch the wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales, and Lady Diana Spencer at St Paul's Cathedral in London.
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Prince Charles had a close encounter with an eagle in a flap as he visited a flower show earlier in Norfolk. The Prince and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, were meeting the Army Air Corps' mascot, Zephyr, a bald eagle, on the Sandringham estate. In the past the prince was forced to dodge its wings as he handled the bird. Zephyr chose to display the same behaviour this year. The prince said: "That's why I'm not holding him. I've learnt from experience." He added: "I'm keeping well back." The Royals were greeted by thousands as they visited some of the displays.

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Prince Charles had a close encounter with an eagle in a flap as he visited a flower show earlier in Norfolk. The Prince and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, were meeting the Army Air Corps' mascot, Zephyr, a bald eagle, on the Sandringham estate. In the past the prince was forced to dodge its wings as he handled the bird. Zephyr chose to display the same behaviour this year. The prince said: "That's why I'm not holding him. I've learnt from experience." He added: "I'm keeping well back." The Royals were greeted by thousands as they visited some of the displays.


Is he afraid of touching him?

Is he afraid of touching him?
Yes, it could peck or scratch him

British Royal Family issues appeal to prevent publication of unauthorised paparazzi photos of Prince George.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-33927354

British Royal Family issues appeal to prevent publication of unauthorised paparazzi photos of Prince George.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-33927354
...being careful not to reproduce photos here.

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Huge security operation underway with Queen leading VJ 70 Day celebrations

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On Wednesday 9th 2015 The Queen is set to become Britain's longest-reigning monarch!

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On Wednesday 9th 2015 The Queen is set to become Britain's longest-reigning monarch!

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Congrats to her. :)

An official picture of the Queen still hard at work has been released on the day she becomes the longest reigning monarch in British history. 

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An official picture of the Queen still hard at work has been released on the day she becomes the longest reigning monarch in British history. 

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The exact moment the Queen passes Victoria's milestone is not known because there is no precise time for the death of her father George VI - who died in the early hours of February 6, 1952. But it is thought he died at 1am, so at around 5.30pm the Queen will make history with Buckingham Palace calculating she will have reigned for 23,226 days, 16 hours and about 30 minutes.

The Queen has thanked well-wishers at home and overseas for their "touching messages of kindness" as she becomes Britain's longest-reigning monarch. Speaking in the Scottish Borders, the 89-year-old monarch said the title was "not one to which I have ever aspired".

The exact moment the Queen passes Victoria's milestone is not known because there is no precise time for the death of her father George VI - who died in the early hours of February 6, 1952. But it is thought he died at 1am, so at around 5.30pm the Queen will make history with Buckingham Palace calculating she will have reigned for 23,226 days, 16 hours and about 30 minutes.
We have to remember that her mother Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother lived to be 101 years old.

An official picture of the Queen still hard at work has been released on the day she becomes the longest reigning monarch in British history. 

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Congrats to her. :)

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have announced the nursery Prince George is to attend alongside the release of a new photograph of their family. The two-year-old will go to the Westacre Montessori School Nursery in Norfolk from January. An nursery spokesman said: "We are looking forward to welcoming George to our nursery." The nursery, near King's Lynn, is close to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's home, Anmer Hall.

Tickets for a street party to mark the Queen's 90th birthday in London's The Mall will cost £150 each, her grandson has announced. Peter Phillips said the Patron's Lunch on 12 June was a not-for-profit event and would have a "carnival atmosphere". Most of the 10,000 guests will be from organisations associated with the Queen, with 1,000 tickets to be released in a public ballot next month. The party will be the culmination of a weekend of national celebrations.

Tickets for a street party to mark the Queen's 90th birthday in London's The Mall will cost £150 each, her grandson has announced. Peter Phillips said the Patron's Lunch on 12 June was a not-for-profit event and would have a "carnival atmosphere". Most of the 10,000 guests will be from organisations associated with the Queen, with 1,000 tickets to be released in a public ballot next month. The party will be the culmination of a weekend of national celebrations.
The Queen celebrates two birthdays each year: her actual birthday on 21 April and her official birthday on a Saturday in June.

It was today in 1952 when Elizabeth II is proclaimed Queen of the United Kingdom, and in 1960, when Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom issues an Order-in-Council, stating that she and her family would be known as the House of Windsor, and that her descendants will take the name "Mountbatten-Windsor".

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released a series of photographs of their trip to the French Alps - their first family holiday since the birth of Princess Charlotte.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-35744566

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released a series of photographs of their trip to the French Alps - their first family holiday since the birth of Princess Charlotte.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-35744566


I noticed that Princess Charolette has broken in two bottom teeth.  :)

Normally the Queen does not discuss politics...

Buckingham Palace has complained to the press watchdog over the Sun newspaper's article claiming the Queen backed "Brexit" from the European Union. The Sun quotes anonymous sources, one of whom claims to have witnessed a "bust-up" between the Queen and pro-EU former Deputy PM Nick Clegg in 2011. It says the Queen told Mr Clegg the EU was "heading in the wrong direction". Earlier, the palace insisted the Queen was "politically neutral". Mr Clegg called the story "nonsense". But the Sun said it "stands by its story, which was based upon two impeccable sources and presented in a robust, accessible fashion". "The Sun will defend this complaint vigorously," the newspaper added.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-35762443

The Queen has arrived at Westminster Abbey for a Commonwealth Day service. The Duke of Edinburgh, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry are all attending the event. In a message in the programme for the service, the Queen said people of the Commonwealth should "support those in need" and others who "feel excluded". The principal reflection will be given by former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan and there will be a performance by singer Ellie Goulding.

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Kylie Minogue, Jess Glynne and opera singer Katherine Jenkins will be among the stars to perform at the Queen's 90th birthday celebrations. The event, which is part of a four-night celebration, will be hosted by Ant and Dec in May on the private grounds of Windsor Castle. Also performing will be soul singer Beverley Knight, actor Martin Clunes and Wolf Hall star Damian Lewis. Ant and Dec said they were "honoured to be hosting the special celebration".

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35995709

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have heard first-hand about the horrors of the Mumbai attacks, at the start of a seven-day tour of India and Bhutan.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wasted no time winning over Mumbai locals as they joined a cricket match with Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar. Prince William and Kate - dubbed WillKat by local media - were at the Oval Maidan ground for a charity event on day one of their first trip to India.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have trekked in the Himalayas to Bhutan's Tiger Nest monastery. They took time to soak up the panoramic views surrounding the 17th century monastery, formally known as Paro Taktsang, during a three-hour walk. Situated about 10,000ft (3,000m) above sea level and on a cliff face, the monastery is considered to be one of the holiest for the Bhutanese people.

Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain has revealed she is baking the Queen's 90th birthday cake.  The reigning champion of the BBC show will be serving up an orange drizzle cake with orange curd and orange butter cream.  She revealed the news on ITV's Loose Women, saying the cake would be "very citrussy".

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have sat together on the bench at the Taj Mahal in India where Diana, Princess of Wales, was pictured 24 years ago. Prince William and Catherine posed at the mausoleum in Agra on the final day of their tour of India and Bhutan.

Princes William and Harry are to meet Luke Skywalker during a visit to Pinewood Studios this week. The royals will be shown around by actress Daisy Ridley and meet Mark Hamill, who plays Skywalker, and director Rian Johnson, who are filming Star Wars: Episode VIII. The princes will be among the first to get a sneak preview of the film.

Princes William and Harry are to meet Luke Skywalker during a visit to Pinewood Studios this week. The royals will be shown around by actress Daisy Ridley and meet Mark Hamill, who plays Skywalker, and director Rian Johnson, who are filming Star Wars: Episode VIII. The princes will be among the first to get a sneak preview of the film.
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Prince Harry meets Chewbacca

Prince William has answered criticism of his commitment to royal duties, saying he is willing to take on more responsibility when the time comes. He was speaking in a BBC interview in which he paid tribute to the Queen on the eve of her 90th birthday. She had been a "guiding example" of what a good monarch should be, he said. Meanwhile, a picture of the Queen, the Prince of Wales, Prince William and Prince George, for stamps to mark the monarch's birthday, has been released.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36086291

The Queen has been "a rock of strength for our nation" and the Commonwealth, Prime Minister David Cameron has said in a tribute to mark her 90th birthday.

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The Queen with her great-grandchildren and youngest grandchildren. From left: James, Viscount Severn; Lady Louise Windsor; Mia Tindall (holding the Queen's handbag); Princess Charlotte; Isla Phillips; Prince George and Savannah Phillips.

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The Queen at 90: In figures

The Queen has been married for 68 years, longer than any other British monarch
Her coronation was the first to be televised and was watched by over 20 million people in the UK
There have been 12 UK prime ministers, seven Archbishops of Canterbury and seven Popes during her reign
She has sat for more than 130 official portrait paintings
During her reign, she has visited 117 countries, travelling more than a million miles
In 2012 she became the second British monarch to celebrate a diamond jubilee, and in 2015 became the UK's longest reigning monarch

The Queen has lit the first of more than 900 beacons lighting up across the UK and overseas as part of her 90th birthday celebrations. Prince Philip, the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall then joined the monarch at a private dinner in Windsor Castle.

Happy birthday Queen of Canada.  8)

Local grocery store was giving out free cupcakes.

The Queen has been "a rock of strength for our nation" and the Commonwealth, Prime Minister David Cameron has said in a tribute to mark her 90th birthday.

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The Queen with her great-grandchildren and youngest grandchildren. From left: James, Viscount Severn; Lady Louise Windsor; Mia Tindall (holding the Queen's handbag); Princess Charlotte; Isla Phillips; Prince George and Savannah Phillips.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36093306


Lady Louise and James Severn Viscount are Sophie and Edward's children meaning that they're the Queen's grandchildren.  Mia, Charlotte, Isla, George, and Savannah are Queen Elizabeth's great grandchildren.

Happy birthday Queen of Canada.  8)

Local grocery store was giving out free cupcakes.
The cup cakes coloured in red white and blue?

Happy birthday Queen of Canada.  8)

Local grocery store was giving out free cupcakes.


that's a wonderful gesture.  :)

Happy birthday Queen of Canada.  8)

Local grocery store was giving out free cupcakes.
Any photos of the cupcakes?

The cup cakes coloured in red white and blue?


Yeah... Red and white for Canada's flag, blue for Royal colour  :P


Any photos of the cupcakes?


Unfortunately I ate it before taking a picture. It was a small bite-size cupcake. I ate it as soon as she gave it.

Yeah... Red and white for Canada's flag, blue for Royal colour  :P
He-He!!

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Prince George, who was dressed in his pyjamas and slippers, stayed up to meet Mr and Mrs Obama at Kensington Palace

Dame Shirley Bassey and Gary Barlow will join the line-up of stars performing at the Queen's 90th birthday celebrations. The event, which is part of a four-night celebration, will be hosted by Ant and Dec on 15 in May on the private grounds of Windsor Castle. Previously announced performers include Kylie Minogue, Andrea Bocelli, Katherine Jenkins and Jess Glynne. Ant and Dec said they were "honoured to be hosting the special celebration".

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Prince Philip to miss Jutland events on doctor's advice

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36413087

The Duke of Edinburgh will miss events to mark 100 years since the Battle of Jutland on "doctor's advice", Buckingham Palace has said. Prince Philip "reluctantly decided" not to attend the commemorations in Orkney on Tuesday, the palace added. The 94-year-old prince has not attended hospital and it is understood he has no plans to cancel other engagements. The Princess Royal, who was already due to attend, will represent the Royal Family at the Orkney events.

Born on June 10th 1921, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, is 95 today.

Born on June 10th 1921, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, is 95 today.


Happy Birthday Prince :)

Queen's 90th birthday: St Paul's service marks Queen's 'faithful devotion'

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36495210

A national service of thanksgiving to mark the Queen's 90th birthday at St Paul's Cathedral has paid tribute to her "faithful devotion" to the country. Dean of St Paul's David Ison thanked the Queen for her "gentle constancy, royal dignity and kindly humanity". Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said the Queen had reigned through "war and hardship, turmoil and change".

Queen's 90th birthday to be marked at Trooping the Colour parade

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36505392

The Queen's official 90th birthday will be marked at the Trooping the Colour parade in central London later. More than 1,600 soldiers and 300 horses will take part in the annual event on Horse Guards Parade. The Queen will then join other members of the Royal Family on the Buckingham Palace balcony for an RAF fly-past. A flotilla of historic boats will also take part in a procession on the River Thames and royal gun salutes will be fired in several cities across the UK. The Queen has attended the event - also known as the Queen's birthday parade - every year of her reign, except in 1955 when a national rail strike led to the event being cancelled.

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After the parade of more than 1,600 soldiers and 300 horses, she appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace with members of her family, including Princess Charlotte, for an RAF flypast.

Queen's birthday: Guests brave rain at Queen's picnic lunch

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36509469

Heavy bursts of rain have not dampened the spirits of guests attending a picnic-hamper lunch - the last event of three days of celebrations to mark the Queen's official 90th birthday. The Patron's Lunch is due to attract 10,000 guests, many of whom were given ponchos to wear as they queued to get into the site on The Mall in London.

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Happy Birthday William. :)

Royal Family Watch

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Royal Family Watch

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He-He!!

Queen meets NI leaders as she arrives for two-day visit

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-36635180

The Queen has met First Minister Arlene Foster and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness as she arrived in Northern Ireland for a two-day visit. The pair greeted the Queen separately at a room in Hillsborough Castle in County Down. Sinn Féin's Mr McGuinness, who first met the Queen exactly four years ago, told her was nice to see her again and asked if she was feeling well. The Queen laughed as she replied: "Well I'm still alive anyway."

He-He!!


must be worth millions.

must be worth millions.
With all those diamonds?

With all those diamonds?


How much quid? ???

How much quid? ???
I tried a quick research, and it was a failure.

Cambridges touch down in Canada

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-37462662

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived in Canada with their children, five years after they visited the country as newly-weds. The couple, along with Prince George, 3, and 16-month-old Princess Charlotte, were greeted by Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire after landing in Victoria. William said his children were starting a "lifetime of friendship" with Canada. The trip is Charlotte's first official royal visit.

Prince George and Princess Charlotte have played with children of the Canadian military at a rare joint appearance at an official event.
Charlotte, 16 months, was heard speaking in public for the first time - saying "pop" at the balloons that filled Government House in Victoria.
The residence was transformed into a children's paradise, which included a petting zoo and miniature ponies.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-37513719

Royal Family Watch

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How tasteless!

Prince Harry condemns press 'abuse' of girlfriend

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-37908096

Prince Harry has confirmed US actress Meghan Markle is his girlfriend, in a statement from Kensington Palace attacking the media for subjecting her to a "wave of abuse and harassment".
The statement said the couple were "a few months into a relationship" and it was "not right" that Ms Markle should be subjected to such treatment.
It said the prince rarely took formal action over "fictional stories".
"But the past week has seen a line crossed," it added.
In recent days a number of newspapers have carried front page stories about the actress, best known for playing Rachel Zane in the TV drama Suits.

Does The Royal Family vote? ???

Does The Royal Family vote? ???
From Google:

"The Queen doesn't vote. She "has to remain strictly neutral with respect to political matters" and is "unable to vote or stand for election", according to the Buckingham Palace website. But this isn't the whole story. The monarch is actually entitled in law to cast a ballot in general elections."

Prince Harry praised for Meghan Markle statement

http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-38459162

Prince Harry's statement condemning the press treatment of girlfriend Meghan Markle has drawn high praise from the founder of the Everyday Sexism Project.
Laura Bates, who catalogues women's experiences of gender inequality, said it was "a really important moment".
The Prince "pointing out the inequality being faced by somebody in a position that he would never be in" was "a major positive", the feminist writer went on.
Issued in November, the statement said the US actress had faced "harassment".
"Prince Harry is worried about Ms Markle's safety and is deeply disappointed that he has not been able to protect her," the statement continued.
In general, Ms Bates said, media representation of women had "a very long way to go".
She claimed press coverage of Prime Minister Theresa May had a "sexist slant" and that Hillary Clinton faced criticism during the US presidential campaign that would not have been directed at a man.

Lord Snowdon dies aged 86

Lord Snowdon, Princess Margaret's former husband, has died aged 86, a family spokesperson has said. The renowned photographer and film maker died peacefully at his home on Friday, according to his picture agency Camera Press. Lord Snowdon married Princess Margaret on 6 May 1960 but they separated after 16 years of marriage and the divorce was finalised in 1978. Buckingham Palace said the Queen had been informed. BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell said the Queen was "saddened" by the news of his death. He added that Lord Snowdon had been ill for some time.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-38611497

Princess Diana: Princes commission statue 20 years after her death

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-38785218

A statue of Princess Diana has been commissioned by the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry, 20 years after her death. The two princes said that "the time is right to recognise her positive impact" with a permanent statue. The sculpture will be erected in the public grounds of her former residence, Kensington Palace. A sculptor has yet to be chosen but a spokesperson said work on the artwork would begin soon. Princes William and Harry said in statement: "It has been 20 years since our mother's death and the time is right to recognise her positive impact in the UK and around the world with a permanent statue. "Our mother touched so many lives. We hope the statue will help all those who visit Kensington Palace to reflect on her life and her legacy."

The Queen has become the first British monarch to reach a sapphire jubilee.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-38872538

Prince Philip to step down from carrying out royal engagements

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-39802636

The Duke of Edinburgh is retiring from royal duties this autumn, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince Philip, who turns 96 in June, made the decision himself and the Queen supported him, a spokesman said. "I'm sorry to hear you're standing down", one man told him at a royal lunch on Thursday. "Well, I can't stand up much," the duke quipped. The Duke will attend already scheduled engagements between now and August but will not accept new invitations. The Queen "will continue to carry out a full programme of official engagements", the palace said.

Prince Philip to step down from carrying out royal engagements

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-39802636

The Duke of Edinburgh is retiring from royal duties this autumn, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince Philip, who turns 96 in June, made the decision himself and the Queen supported him, a spokesman said. "I'm sorry to hear you're standing down", one man told him at a royal lunch on Thursday. "Well, I can't stand up much," the duke quipped. The Duke will attend already scheduled engagements between now and August but will not accept new invitations. The Queen "will continue to carry out a full programme of official engagements", the palace said.


Why is he retiring? ???

Why is he retiring? ???


He's 96 year old 

I hope he's okay.

He's 96 year old 

I hope he's okay.
The Duke of Edinburgh has left hospital today after being admitted as "a precautionary measure". Prince Philip was treated at King Edward VII Hospital in central London for an infection arising from a pre-existing condition. A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said on Wednesday that the 96-year-old was in good spirits. The BBC understands his condition is "not a cause for serious concern".

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-40366377

Prince Harry 'very glad' to walk behind Diana's coffin

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41017659

Prince Harry has said he is "very glad" he joined the funeral cortege for his mother, Princess Diana. Harry had previously said walking behind her coffin aged 12 was something no child "should be asked to do". He has now told the BBC he doesn't "have an opinion whether that was right or wrong", but "looking back on it", he is glad to have been part of the day. The prince also paid tribute to his father for the way he took care of them after Diana's death in a car crash. "One of the hardest things for a parent to have to do is to tell your children that your other parent has died," Harry said. "How you deal with that I don't know but, you know, he was there for us." Harry and his brother, Prince William, have spoken in a series of interviews leading up to the 20th anniversary of their mother's death on 31 August.

Royal baby: Duchess of Cambridge expecting third child

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41148027

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their third child, Kensington Palace has announced. The Queen and both families are said to be "delighted with the news".
As with her previous two pregnancies, the duchess, 35, is suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum, or severe morning sickness. She will no longer carry out her planned engagement at the Hornsey Road Children's Centre in London today. Catherine is being cared for at Kensington Palace, the statement said.

Duchess wins damages over topless photos

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41163712

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been awarded 100,000 euros (£92K) in damages after a French magazine printed topless pictures of the Duchess. The French court ruled the images, taken as the royal couple holidayed in Provence five years ago, were an invasion of their privacy.
The judge awarded the royal couple 50,000 euros each in damages. She also fined Closer magazine's editor and owner 45,000 euros - the maximum amount allowed. The damages fall short of the 1.6 million euros (£1.5m) sought by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's lawyers.

NO PICTURES PLEASE!!!!!!

Prince George set for first day of school

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41177670

Prince George is to begin his first day at school - but it is not clear whether his mother, the Duchess of Cambridge, will be well enough to take him. Kensington Palace said a decision on whether Catherine, who is suffering from severe morning sickness, will drop him off will be made this morning. The four-year-old will attend Thomas's Battersea, a £18,000-a-year preparatory school in south-west London. His uniform includes navy shorts and jacket, long red socks and black shoes

First appearance together for Harry and Meghan Markle

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41388418

Prince Harry and his girlfriend Meghan Markle have appeared holding hands in public for the first time. They were seen at the Invictus Games, an international sporting event set up by the prince for injured soldiers. The couple have mostly avoided the spotlight, but made their first public appearance together at the opening ceremony in Toronto. Ms Markle sat away from Harry during the ceremony, when he was accompanied by US First Lady Melania Trump.

The Queen and Prince Philip will mark their 70th wedding anniversary in private

http://news.sky.com/story/the-queen-and-prince-philip-will-mark-their-70th-wedding-anniversary-in-private-11095637

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the Queen and Prince Philip will mark their 70th wedding anniversary privately. The Palace told Sky News that their platinum anniversary on 20 November will be a family celebration. It is understood that no official visits or public engagements are currently planned to mark the milestone.

Prince Harry to marry girlfriend Meghan Markle

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42137179

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle next May, Kensington Palace has said. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and the reception. Ms Markle, 36, a protestant, will be baptised and confirmed before the wedding, the palace added. The 36-year-old US actress also intends to become a British citizen and will work towards it in the coming years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42156565

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle next May, Kensington Palace has said. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and the reception. Ms Markle, 36, a protestant, will be baptised and confirmed before the wedding, the palace added. The 36-year-old US actress also intends to become a British citizen and will work towards it in the coming years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42156565


So she will take his last name? ???

So she will take his last name? ???
At the time of the forthcoming wedding, Prince Harry will be granted a dukedom (i.e. Prince William was granted the title Duke of Cambridge) by the current monarch. So Meghan will become the duchess of what has been granted.

At the time of the forthcoming wedding, Prince Harry will be granted a dukedom (i.e. Prince William was granted the title Duke of Cambridge) by the current monarch. So Meghan will become the duchess of what has been granted.


wonderful. :)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle next May, Kensington Palace has said. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and the reception. Ms Markle, 36, a protestant, will be baptised and confirmed before the wedding, the palace added. The 36-year-old US actress also intends to become a British citizen and will work towards it in the coming years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42156565
The prince and Ms Markle will carry out their first official engagement together in Nottingham on Friday. They will go on a walkabout and visit the Nottingham Contemporary which is hosting a Terrence Higgins Trust World Aids Day charity fair, and Nottingham Academy to meet head teachers.

Prince Harry to marry girlfriend Meghan Markle

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42137179

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle next May, Kensington Palace has said. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and the reception. Ms Markle, 36, a protestant, will be baptised and confirmed before the wedding, the palace added. The 36-year-old US actress also intends to become a British citizen and will work towards it in the coming years.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42156565

I heard about this the other day! Congrats to Miss Markle!

The prince and Ms Markle will carry out their first official engagement together in Nottingham on Friday. They will go on a walkabout and visit the Nottingham Contemporary which is hosting a Terrence Higgins Trust World Aids Day charity fair, and Nottingham Academy to meet head teachers.
Meghan Markle has had a taste of royal life, as she joined her fiance Prince Harry on their first joint official public engagement in Nottingham. Excited crowds cheered as the couple greeted well-wishers ahead of a visit to a World Aids Day charity fair hosted by the Terrence Higgins Trust. They split up to talk to people lining both sides of their route and were given cards, flowers and chocolate. After the charity fair, they met head teachers at a nearby school.

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42181189

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May 2018

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42369780

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding will be held on Saturday 19 May 2018, Kensington Palace has announced. The couple confirmed their engagement last month and said the ceremony would take place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and reception. Kensington Palace has confirmed the couple will be spending Christmas together at Sandringham with the Queen.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to marry on 19 May 2018

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42369780

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding will be held on Saturday 19 May 2018, Kensington Palace has announced. The couple confirmed their engagement last month and said the ceremony would take place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding, including the service, music, flowers and reception. Kensington Palace has confirmed the couple will be spending Christmas together at Sandringham with the Queen.


Phillip, I wonder if they'll knight Megan Markle as a princess? ???

Phillip, I wonder if they'll knight Megan Markle as a princess? ???
The title of Princess will come with marriage, a knighthood will make her a Dame  or Lady, and Princess ranks higher.

Zara Tindall: Queen's granddaughter pregnant with second child

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-42582168

The Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall and her husband Mike Tindall are expecting their second child, a spokeswoman for the couple has said. The baby, which is expected after the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, will be the Queen's seventh great-grandchild. The Queen and the Royal Family were "very pleased" to hear the news, a Buckingham Palace spokesman said. If Mr and Mrs Tindall's baby is born after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's, the child will be the 19th in line to the throne.

A bit late with this news...

Princess Eugenie's Wedding Date Confirmed

Hot on the heels of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's big day, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have set a date to wed in the same location! The couple announced their engagement on Jan 22, and now it appears they'll wed on Oct 12, 2018 at St. George's Chapel in Windsor Castle—that's exactly 146 days after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tie the knot in the same place!

It was this day, 66 years ago, in 1952, when Elizabeth II became queen regnant of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms upon the death of her father, George VI. At the exact moment of succession, she was in a tree house at the Treetops Hotel in Kenya.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have visited Edinburgh Castle on their first official joint appearance in Scotland. The trip is part of their public engagements in the run-up to their wedding on 19 May. The royal couple spent several minutes talking to people in the crowd as they arrived at the Esplanade in front of the castle. They then attended the firing of the castle's famous One O'Clock Gun.

Duke of Edinburgh admitted to hospital for hip surgery

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43633549

The Duke of Edinburgh has been admitted to hospital in central London for planned surgery on his hip, Buckingham Palace has said. The surgery will take place on Wednesday at the King Edward VII Hospital in Marylebone. Prince Philip, 96, retired from royal duties last August.

Duchess of Cambridge goes into labour

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43862360

The Duchess of Cambridge has gone into labour with her third child. Catherine and the Duke of Cambridge travelled to the Lindo Wing at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, in central London on Monday morning. Catherine has been on maternity leave since making a last royal visit to a charity lunch in London on 22 March. The baby will be fifth in line to the throne and the Queen's sixth great-grandchild. The birth will be announced with an email to the press and a celebratory tweet posted on the Kensington Palace Twitter feed. There will also be the traditional custom of placing a framed paper proclamation on an ornate gold stand behind the iron railings of Buckingham Palace. As with her first two children, Kate is hoping for a natural birth and does not know whether she is having a boy or a girl.

Duchess of Cambridge goes into labour

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43862360

The Duchess of Cambridge has gone into labour with her third child. Catherine and the Duke of Cambridge travelled to the Lindo Wing at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, in central London on Monday morning. Catherine has been on maternity leave since making a last royal visit to a charity lunch in London on 22 March. The baby will be fifth in line to the throne and the Queen's sixth great-grandchild. The birth will be announced with an email to the press and a celebratory tweet posted on the Kensington Palace Twitter feed. There will also be the traditional custom of placing a framed paper proclamation on an ornate gold stand behind the iron railings of Buckingham Palace. As with her first two children, Kate is hoping for a natural birth and does not know whether she is having a boy or a girl.


It's a boy.

Duchess of Cambridge goes into labour

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-43862360

The Duchess of Cambridge has gone into labour with her third child. Catherine and the Duke of Cambridge travelled to the Lindo Wing at St Mary's Hospital, Paddington, in central London on Monday morning. Catherine has been on maternity leave since making a last royal visit to a charity lunch in London on 22 March. The baby will be fifth in line to the throne and the Queen's sixth great-grandchild. The birth will be announced with an email to the press and a celebratory tweet posted on the Kensington Palace Twitter feed. There will also be the traditional custom of placing a framed paper proclamation on an ornate gold stand behind the iron railings of Buckingham Palace. As with her first two children, Kate is hoping for a natural birth and does not know whether she is having a boy or a girl.


It's a boy.

Congratts to Cate and Prince William.

Happy for Will and Kate on their new arrival

Happy for Will and Kate on their new arrival


Yeah! She passed a bowling ball for a kid.  8 lbs 7 oz!

Prince Harry has asked his brother Prince William to be his best man at his wedding to Meghan Markle, Kensington Palace has said. Prince Harry had been the Duke of Cambridge's best man at his wedding to Kate Middleton in 2011. Prince Harry will marry Ms Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor, on 19 May.

Yeah! She passed a bowling ball for a kid.  8 lbs 7 oz!
,,,and bowling balls can be heavy!

Is there a name for the new baby yet?

Is there a name for the new baby yet?
Not yet, still waiting, hopefully soon.

Not yet, still waiting, hopefully soon.


I thought the name was leaked

I thought the name was leaked
Still nothing as yet.

I thought the name was leaked


The papers claim William hinted at it but he just commented to someone that this person had a nice solid name having previously said he and Kate had chosen a solid name.  The tabloids instantly leapt on the coincidence of wording and decided that was a clue!

The papers claim William hinted at it but he just commented to someone that this person had a nice solid name having previously said he and Kate had chosen a solid name.  The tabloids instantly leapt on the coincidence of wording and decided that was a clue!


it's going to be something stupid

The papers claim William hinted at it but he just commented to someone that this person had a nice solid name having previously said he and Kate had chosen a solid name.  The tabloids instantly leapt on the coincidence of wording and decided that was a clue!
From Hello Magazine

"When the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge proudly introduced their baby son to the world on Monday following his safe arrival, William told reporters that they would "very soon" to hear the name chosen for the little Prince. And while William seemingly hinted that the newborn may be called Alexander during his public engagement at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday to attend the Anzac Day service, an official announcement is yet to be made - despite both Prince George and Princess Charlotte's names being announced two days after their arrivals. This could well be because the couple didn't want to overshadow such a important day as Anzac Day."

From Hello Magazine

"When the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge proudly introduced their baby son to the world on Monday following his safe arrival, William told reporters that they would "very soon" to hear the name chosen for the little Prince. And while William seemingly hinted that the newborn may be called Alexander during his public engagement at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday to attend the Anzac Day service, an official announcement is yet to be made - despite both Prince George and Princess Charlotte's names being announced two days after their arrivals. This could well be because the couple didn't want to overshadow such a important day as Anzac Day."
My money is on Arthur.

My money is on Arthur.


That is one on the list of guesses we have at work!

Philip and James are about level pegging I think

That is one on the list of guesses we have at work!

Philip and James are about level pegging I think
Are you running a book on guessing the royal name for the prince at your work?

Are you running a book on guessing the royal name for the prince at your work?


No, the tech team wrote a list of possible suggestions on the staff room whiteboard and the teachers have all just commented on their thoughts as to what the new baby will be called.

No, the tech team wrote a list of possible suggestions on the staff room whiteboard and the teachers have all just commented on their thoughts as to what the new baby will be called.
On the news:

Louis is the favourite now.

A friend of mine thinks they should name him Spencer. I think that would be a great choice-but somehow I doubt the Queen would think so.



Cat

A friend of mine thinks they should name him Spencer. I think that would be a great choice-but somehow I doubt the Queen would think so.



Cat


She didn't object to Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

She didn't object to Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.


True-but Diana isn't the first name. Who knows if she would have objective if the name was Diana Charlotte Elizabeth.


Cat

It has been announced that the new baby will be called Louis Arthur Charles

It has been announced that the new baby will be called Louis Arthur Charles
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I was third right with my Arthur?

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I was third right with my Arthur?

His Royal Highness Prince Louis of Cambridge

Fifth in succession to the throne of England after his sister Princess Charlotte of Cambridge and his brother Prince George of Cambridge, his father Prince William of Cambridge, and his Grandfather Prince Charles of Windsor.

First cousin of Peter Philips and Zara Philips, Anne's children, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie the Ducheses of York, Andrew's children, and Lady Louise and Viscount Severn, Edward's children.
Nephew of Prince Harry of Windsor
Grandson of Prince Charles and Lady Camilla
Grandson of the late Princess Diana
Grand Nephew of Princess Anne Royal, Prince Andrew The Duke Of York, and Edward the Count of Wessex.
Great Grandson of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
Great Great Grandson of King George and Elizabeth The Queen Mother.
Great Great Nephew of Louis Monbatten