The Duke of Edinburgh's funeral is being streamed live at The Royal Family YouTube channel, BBC and Sky News.
Saturday, April 17, 2021
The Duke of Edinburgh's Funeral Service
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, British Royal Family, funeral, live, Prince Philip, service, Sky News, YouTube
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Engagement Interview
Prince Harry asked Meghan Markle to be his wife whilst roasting a chicken at Nottingham Cottage on the Kensington Palace grounds. They met on a blind date arranged by a mutual friend. He proposed with a Botswana diamond on a yellow gold setting surrounded by diamonds from his mother's jewellery collection.
Meghan Markle is an American actress. She is best known for her character, Rachel Zane, on the USA cable network TV drama Suits.
The full interview is posted here on the BBC News YouTube channel.
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: actress, BBC, Botswana, engagement, interview, Meghan Markle, Nottingham Cottage, Prince Harry, Suits, YouTube
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Prince William On His Role In the British Monarchy
Prince William speaks with BBC's Nicholas Witchell on his royal duties, and following his own royal path.
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, Nicholas Witchell, Prince William, YouTube
Friday, April 29, 2011
LIVE: Streaming Video on YouTube’s The Royal Channel
The Royal Channel on YouTube is hosting a live video feed of Prince William’s wedding to Catherine Middleton courtesy of the BBC.
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, Catherine Middleton, Prince William, The Royal Channel, video, wedding, YouTube
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Prince Charles Caught in Student Protest Fray
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall were caught in the crossfire of a student protest revolving around raised university tuition whilst on their way to a theatre engagement. The BBC reported that the Rolls-Royce bearing the royals was pelted with paint and one of windows was cracked by a violent group of protestors.
Clarence House Press Office confirmed the attack on the royal car by protestors. Charles and Camilla were headed to the London Palladium Theatre for a Royal Variety Performance in aid of the Entertainment Artistes’ Benevolent Fund.
The royal couple emerged unscathed from the incident.
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, Clarence House, Duchess of Cornwall, engagement, Prince Charles, protest, Rolls Royce
Thursday, August 12, 2010
BBC’s Inside Sport Interviews Princess Anne
BBC’s Inside Sport was granted a rare interview with Princess Anne; it aired tonight on BBC One at 10:35 pm (local time). The princess is renowned for her industriousness in charity work and steadfast commitment to sports. She has been a member of the International Olympic Committee since 1988 and was involved in London’s bid for hosting the Olympic Games in 2012. Anne is currently serving on the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games.
The Princess Royal At 60: An Inside Sport Special will air again on Sunday at 2:00 pm (local time) on BBC Two.
Princess Anne will be turning sixty on Sunday.
The BBC News article, “No plans to slow down as Princess Anne turns 60,” can be read here.
The BBC News photo presentation, “In pictures: Princess Anne at 60,” can be viewed here.
Photo: © Press Association
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, birthday, Charity, International Olympic Committee, interview, Olympic Games, Princess Anne, sports
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Queen Elizabeth II's 2007 Christmas Day Broadcast
Below is the full text of Queen Elizabeth II’s 2007 Christmas Day Broadcast.
"One of the features of growing old is a heightened awareness of change. To remember what happened 50 years ago means that it is possible to appreciate what has changed in the meantime. It also makes you aware of what has remained constant."
"In my experience, the positive value of a happy family is one of the factors of human existence that has not changed. The immediate family of grandparents, parents and children, together with their extended family, is still the core of a thriving community."
"When Prince Philip and I celebrated our Diamond Wedding last month, we were much aware of the affection and support of our own family as they gathered round us for the occasion."
"Now today, of course, marks the birth of Jesus Christ. Among other things, it is a reminder that it is the story of a family; but of a family in very distressed circumstances. Mary and Joseph found no room at the inn; they had to make do in a stable, and the new-born Jesus had to be laid in a manger. This was a family which had been shut out."
"Perhaps it was because of this early experience that, throughout his ministry, Jesus of Nazareth reached out and made friends with people whom others ignored or despised. It was in this way that he proclaimed his belief that, in the end, we are all brothers and sisters in one human family."
"The Christmas story also draws attention to all those people who are on the edge of society - people who feel cut off and disadvantaged; people who, for one reason or another, are not able to enjoy the full benefits of living in a civilised and law-abiding community. For these people the modern world can seem a distant and hostile place."
"It is all too easy to 'turn a blind eye', 'to pass by on the other side', and leave it to experts and professionals. All the great religious teachings of the world press home the message that everyone has a responsibility to care for the vulnerable. Fortunately, there are many groups and individuals, often unsung and unrewarded, who are dedicated to ensuring that the 'outsiders' are given a chance to be recognised and respected. However, each one of us can also help by offering a little time, a talent or a possession, and taking a share in the responsibility for the well-being of those who feel excluded."
"And also today I want to draw attention to another group of people who deserve our thoughts this Christmas. We have all been conscious of those who have given their lives, or who have been severely wounded, while serving with the Armed Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. The dedication of the National Armed Forces Memorial was also an occasion to remember those who have suffered while serving in these and every other place of unrest since the end of the Second World War."
"For their families, Christmas will bring back sad memories, and I pray that all of you, who are missing those who are dear to you, will find strength and comfort in your families and friends."
"A familiar introduction to an annual Christmas Carol Service contains the words: 'Because this would most rejoice his heart, let us remember, in his name, the poor and the helpless, the cold, the hungry, and the oppressed; the sick and those who mourn, the lonely and the unloved.'"
"Wherever these words find you, and in whatever circumstances, I want to wish you all a blessed Christmas."
Queen Elizabeth II’s 2007 Christmas Day Broadcast can be viewed at the BBC or The Royal Channel YouTube network.
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, broadcast, Christmas Day, Queen Elizabeth II, The Royal Channel, YouTube
Thursday, December 20, 2007
The Earl and Countess of Wessex Leave Hospital with Viscount Severn

The Earl and Countess of Wessex left Frimley Park Hospital today with their son, Viscount Severn. The countess gave birth to the viscount on December 17th.
The Royalist article, Edward & Sophie Introduce Viscount Severn To The World, can be read here.
A short clip from BBC News with the Earl and Countess of Wessex leaving the hospital with Viscount Severn can be viewed here.
Photo: Associated Press
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, Earl and Countess of Wessex, Frimley Park Hospital, The Royalist, Viscount Severn
Monday, December 17, 2007
Countess of Wessex Gives Birth to a Boy
At the beginning of the month, I relayed the news story that the Countess of Wessex was planning a Christmas day birth. Then, yesterday, some news reports said that Sophie was scheduled for a caesarean section on Friday. After all that speculation, the countess gave birth at 4:20pm today to a 6lb 2oz boy at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey. When Prince Edward answered questions from reporters, he expressed his relief that his son’s birth was not as traumatic as Louise’s birth.
A short clip from the BBC News with elated Prince Edward fielding questions from the media can be viewed here.
The Royalist article, BREAKING NEWS: It's A Boy For Sophie,
can be read here.
The Buckingham Palace press release, The Countess of Wessex Gives Birth to a Baby Boy, can be read here.
Photo: Buckingham Palace Press Office
Written by Ana Maria Ruhl
Labels: BBC, birth, Countess of Wessex, Frimley Park Hospital, Prince Edward, The Royalist
