Nothing could dampen Prince Philip’s zest for life – nor his unwavering service to his Queen 

BIOGRAPHY THE DUKE: 100 CHAPTERS IN THE LIFE OF PRINCE PHILIP    by Ian Lloyd (The History Press £15.99, 320 pp) Which member of the Royal family fits the following description? He reads poetry, and is especially fond of T.S. Eliot. He is interested in spiritual matters, religion and the environment. He can design jewellery. He … Read more

Abba fans refuse to let the rain dampen their spirits at socially-distanced concert

ABBA-lovers have spent the evening singing along to the Swedish pop supergroup’s top hits inside their own socially distanced ‘picnic patches’ – despite drizzle threatening to put a dampener on festivities.  Revellers donned elaborate costumes at Scampston Hall, North Yorkshire, on Saturday night for the two-hour recreation of ABBA’s final concert. Tickets included a ‘designated and … Read more

Prince Charles plans to ‘dampen’ ‘sense of royal entitlement’

Prince Charles plans to ‘dampen a sense of entitlement’ to housing and other perks among minor members of The Firm as he prepares to become king, royal author claims Prince Charles, 71, allegedly plans to modernise institution of the monarchy  Royal author Nigel Cawthorne added wants it’s to be fitting for the 21st century Said … Read more