Guardian disowns writer who trolled Duke of Edinburgh

Guardian disowns writer Karen Geier who trolled Duke of Edinburgh by saying she was ‘saddened’ to hear his death was ‘peaceful’ Guardian journalist Karen Geier was ‘saddened’ Philip’s death was ‘peaceful’  The Canadian-based left-wing  journalist told her critics to ‘get a life’  Actor turned activist Laurence Fox said it was  hard not to hate these … Read more

Copies of Prince Philip portrait will be auctioned for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme

Copies of portrait that ‘pleased’ Prince Philip will be auctioned for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme on what would have been his 100th birthday The original image painted by Gail Graham earned Prince Philip’s approval One hundred prints of the oil painting will go under the hammer on June 10  Funds raised at the … Read more

Prince Philip: Why so much of what you think you know about the Duke of Edinburgh is wrong

Looked at from the outside, the Duke of Edinburgh was a kind of living model of the British establishment – ever-present at all those State ceremonial occasions, Trooping the Colour, openings of Parliament.  Lean, imperious, with an eagle’s stare and a hawk nose, dressed in the bearskin and scarlet of colonel of the Grenadier Guards, … Read more

Thousands sign petition calling for a monument to be built in tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh 

A petition calling for a statue to Prince Philip following his death yesterday aged 99 has already been signed by thousands of people. Save Our Statues launched a change.org campaign calling on Boris Johnson to erect a monument to the Duke of Edinburgh in London. The page has been signed more than 4,000 times since … Read more

Prince Philip dies: Joe and Jill Biden honor Duke of Edinburgh for his WWII service

Joe and Jill Biden paid tribute to Prince Philip’s service in the Second World War, his dedication to the British people and his 73-year marriage to the Queen in a statement after his death at the age of 99. In a statement released five hours after Buckingham Palace released his death, and a number of … Read more

Prince Philip dies: Rare footage of Duke of Edinburgh’s life and career seen for first time [Video]

Prince Philip’s death this morning marked the end of an extraordinary life that saw him dedicate more than 70 years to public service.  The Duke of Edinburgh, who would have turned 100 in June, was a decorated war hero in his younger days before winning the heart of a young Queen Elizabeth and becoming the … Read more

Prince Philip dies: The distinguished military career the Duke of Edinburgh gave up for the Queen

Prince Philip’s attachment to the Armed Forces predated even his 73-year marriage to his beloved wife the Queen. The Duke of Edinburgh – who has died at the age of 99 – was highly-decorated during his distinguished military career – which he gave up in 1953 when the Queen ascended the throne. He joined the Royal Navy in 1939 and, by … Read more

Prince Philip dies: Piers Morgan pays tribute to ‘selfless’ Duke of Edinburgh

Dedication. Devotion. Duty. That’s all you need to know about Prince Philip. For 73 years, this extraordinarily selfless man gave his life to the service of his adoptive country and to his wife, the Queen. He was the longest-serving royal consort to any sovereign in British history. And he was tough, uncompromising, fiercely loyal, incredibly … Read more

Prince Philip dies: The Duke was awarded for wartime heroics and Royal duties

Prince Philip’s attachment to the Armed Forces predated even his 73-year marriage to his beloved wife the Queen. The Duke of Edinburgh – who has died at the age of 99 – was highly-decorated during his distinguished military career – which he gave up in 1953 when the Queen ascended the throne. He joined the Royal Navy in 1939 and, by … Read more

Edward will become the Duke of Edinburgh but will have to wait until Charles is king

What will happen to Prince Philip’s titles? Edward will become the Duke of Edinburgh but will have to wait until Charles is king because of royal protocols Palace decided in 1999 the Earl of Wessex would eventually succeed his father Decision made in recognition of his ongoing work with Duke of Edinburgh award Letters Patent … Read more