Nicholas Witchell

Prince Philip, Husband of Queen Elizabeth II To Retire From Royal Duties

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The Duke of Edinburgh is retiring from royal duties this autumn, Buckingham Palace has announced. The decision was made by Prince Philip himself and is supported by the Queen, a palace spokesman said. The duke, who turns 96 next month, will attend previously scheduled engagements between now and August but will not accept new invitations. … Read more

Lord Snowdon Dies Aged 86

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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 … Read more