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Prince Philip's 90th birthday: Nine facts for nine decades
He's been by the Queen's side for over 60 years, always a step behind her, supporting her with his wise counsel or lightening the mood with his characteristic levity.
As her consort, the Duke of Edinburgh...
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Prince Philip's 90th birthday: A life of service to Queen and country
The Duke of Edinburgh is now the longest serving consort in British history, having supported the Queen since her coronation in 1953.
A bluff, no-nonsense character, the war veteran commands...
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Business as usual: Duke of Edinburgh to work on his 90th birthday
Intimate celebration of a royal life marks Prince Philip's 90th
The man who always walks two steps behind the Queen has already made it clear he doesn't want a fuss when it comes to the matter of his...
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Intimate celebration of a royal life marks Prince Philip's 90th
In celebration of his 90th birthday this year, Windsor Castle is hosting an exhibition to commemorate the life and times of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
The display will include photos, mementos,...
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The Queen embraces tradition on five-day state visit to the Middle East
Fresh from the excitement of her grandson’s wedding announcement, Queen Elizabeth II touched down in Abu-Dhabi on a five-day state visit to the region.
As preparations for William's big day got...
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Dashing Duke is the perfect host to elegant Emir's wife on magnificent state visit
After decades of helping the Queen to welcome VIPS from overseas, there's no doubt the Duke of Edinburgh is something of a pro at lightening the tone during otherwise rigidly formal state visits.
This...
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Stunning images from the Pope's historic UK visit
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Queen Elizabeth's colourful visit to Canada
Queen Elizabeth's colourful visit to Canada
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Queen Elizabeth's colourful visit to Canada
Queen Elizabeth's colourful visit to Canada
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The Queen opens Parliament for Cameron and Clegg's historic new government
The Queen presided over a historic day in Westminster on Tuesday as she opened Parliament for David Cameron and Nick Clegg's new Conservative-Liberal Democrat government.
It is the 56th time Her Majesty...
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The Queen opens Parliament for Cameron and Clegg's historic new government
The Queen presided over a historic day in Westminster on Tuesday as she opened Parliament for David Cameron and Nick Clegg's new Conservative-Liberal Democrat government.
It is the 56th time Her Majesty...
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Lady Louise and Viscount Severn enjoy day out with dad Prince Edward
Prince Edward was on father duty on Saturday as he looked after daughter Lady Louise, six, and two-year-old son James, Viscount Severn, at the Royal Windsor Horse Show.
Much as they did at last year's...
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The Queen makes historic return to Caernarfon Castle on Wales trip
The Queen recreated a historic moment in recent royal history when she visited Caernarfon Castle for the first time in 35 years on Tuesday.
Accompanied by Prince Philip, the monarch stepped out on to...
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Iconic weddings: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
How they met
Now married for more than 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II first met her future husband Prince Philip when she was just 13 years old at the wedding of his cousin, Princess Marina of Greece. It...
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Iconic weddings: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
How they met
Now married for more than 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II first met her future husband Prince Philip when she was just 13 years old at the wedding of his cousin, Princess Marina of Greece. It...
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Brightly-dressed Queen lights up Westminster Abbey on Commonwealth Day
Brightening up Westminster Abbey with a beaming smile and brilliant sky blue coat-hat combo, the Queen attended the annual Observance of Commonwealth Day service on Monday.
Alongside her at the multifaith...
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South African president gets grand London welcome from Queen on start of state visit
The Queen and Prince Philip welcomed South African President Jacob Zuma to London with a full display of British pageantry on Wednesday.
The monarch and her husband joined senior politicians and troops...
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What's behind the curtain? Prince Philip has a peek during Bermuda state dinner
Perhaps he had heard a noise outside. Or as a keen gardener himself wanted to check out the grounds. Whatever the reason, Prince Phillip was snapped taking a peek outside before the start of a state dinner...
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What's behind the curtain? Prince Philip has a peek during Bermuda state dinner
Perhaps he had heard a noise outside. Or as a keen gardener himself wanted to check out the grounds. Whatever the reason, Prince Phillip was snapped taking a peek outside before the start of a state dinner...
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William copies Prince Philip's lead and takes Kate Middleton out on an incognito date
He's clearly learnt a few tricks from his grandfather the Duke of Edinburgh.
Or at least it seemed that way when Prince William took his girlfriend Kate Middleton out on an incognito date.
Just days...