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Updated June 21, 2024 at 12:50 p.m. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, was born on this day in 1982 at St Mary’s Hospital in London, United Kingdom. Who are Prince William’s parents? Prince William is the eldest son of King Charles III, and the late Diana, Princess of Wales. What was Prince William’s childhood like? […]
Updated March 24, 2024 at 12:20 p.m. The oil tanker, Exxon Valdez, ran aground on Bligh Reef in Prince William Sound, Alaska, on this day in 1989, causing a massive oil spill. The captain, Joseph Hazelwood, had left the bridge, leaving an inexperienced third mate in charge, who then failed to properly maneuver the ship. […]
The author was at university with the future monarch, who was evidently an object of fascination for many on campus, and a seemingly decent person. It’s also where he met Kate Middleton, as recently portrayed in the final episodes of “The Crown.”
Add up all the grievances aired by Prince Harry and you largely get the picture of a second son shut out from real royal power. The British monarchy is not the only one to be shaken by controversies from the non-heirs to the crown.
It’s passed down by bloodline, and Charles has publicly vowed to a life of service. But is a rather un-beloved old white man with a complicated past the right royal for this moment? Even if a monarchy is undemocratic by design, popular opinion matters today more than ever. Just look at the Spanish monarchy.
Worldcrunch LONDON – It’s time to get the bunting out again. After months and months of speculation and glossy magazines waiting with bated breath so they can roll out the pregnancy tips and photos of Pippa Middleton’s gloomy, baby-envious face, we can all rest assured: Kate is preggers! With the London Olympics over and the […]
CLOSER (France), BBC (UK) Worldcrunch The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton is reportedly “furious” after a French magazine published topless pictures of the Royal couple when on holiday in the south of France. Closer, a French weekly celebrity magazine, hit shelves on Friday with images of Kate Middleton, along with the headline: “Oh my God! […]