UK royals to eschew military uniforms for Philip’s funeral; other details announced
Windsor, UKReuters Britain’s senior royals will eschew tradition and wear morning suits rather than military uniforms for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth’s husband Prince Philip, in an attempt to prevent embarrassment for Princes Andrew and Harry. Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, died aged 99 last week and his funeral – a ceremonial royal funeral […]
Essay: Prince Philip – A legacy of curiosity
Writing from London, MAL FLETCHER reflects on Prince Philip’s approach to leadership…
Prince Harry remembers grandpa Philip as mischievous, unpredictable character
Windsor, EnglandReuters Prince Harry praised Prince Philip on Monday for his devotion to “granny” Queen Elizabeth, and described the late duke as a mischievous host who could captivate his guests with unpredictable remarks. Philip, husband of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II who had been at her side throughout her 69-year reign, died at Windsor Castle on […]
Religious leaders recall Prince Philip’s spiritual curiosity
London, UKAP Churches in Britain held services Sunday to remember Prince Philip as people of many religions reflected on a man whose gruff exterior hid a strong personal faith and deep curiosity about others’ beliefs. Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby led a service of remembrance at Canterbury Cathedral in south-east England for the husband of […]
Updated: Prince Charles pays tribute to “my dear papa” Philip for devoted service
Last updated: 8.30am, 11th April, 2021 (AEDT)Windsor, EnglandReuters Britain’s Prince Charles paid a personal tribute on Saturday to his “dear papa” Prince Philip, saying the royal family missed him enormously and that the 99-year-old would have been amazed at the touching reaction across the world to his death. Philip, the husband of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth […]
Anglican convert and Pacific Island deity: Five faith facts about Prince Philip
RNS Prince Philip, who died Friday at age 99, was married for 73 years to the head of the Church of England, and it’s no surprise he identified for most of his life as an Anglican. But his religious profile was somewhat more complicated. Here are five faith facts to know about Britain’s longest-serving consort. […]
Queen, Prince Philip to spend Christmas at Windsor Castle
London, UKAP Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, will spend Christmas at Windsor Castle instead of their Sandringham estate for the first time in decades. Buckingham Palace officials said Tuesday that the monarch and her husband may see some members of their family briefly in accordance with guidelines, but Christmas celebrations will likely […]