Queen's strict protocols to ensure food doesn't get poisoned

On this day 74 years ago, Her Majesty the Queen - then Princess Elizabeth - exchanged vows with her beloved fiancé Prince Philip.The nation listened in to the live broadcast as the smitten royals tied the knot at Westminster Abbey with 2,000 guests in attendance, vowing to 'love and obey until death do us part’. Sadly, after over seven decades of happy marriage, the Duke of Edinburgh died in April at the age of 99.Today, on what would have been their 74th wedding anniversary, the Queen will be supported by her nearest and dearest and remembering happier times.To celebrate their wonderful relationship, we’ve found some rare and much-loved photographs showing their sweetest moments through the years.

Today marks 74 years since the Queen and Prince Philip tied the knot at Westminster Abbey in 1952. Prince Philip sadly passed away at the age of 99 in April, but Her Majesty will be showered with love from the Royal Family on this difficult day.

Queen Elizabeth held a virtual audience on Thursday 18 November with the Vietnamese ambassador Nguyen Hoang Long, and his wife Vu Huong Giang The ambassador was at Buckingham Palace, while the Queen took part in the video call from Windsor Castle. In photographs taken of the virtual meet and greet, the Queen could be seen seated in her Oak Room sitting room wearing a teal blue dress with a black rounded neckline, and a large silver brooch.This is the second virtual audience the Queen has held in recent weeks after virtually welcoming Gunn Kim, the ambassador from South Korea, in October.

Piers Morgan, 56, has said the singer has now gone a step too far as she opened up on the breakdown of her marriage after previously saying she would not make any “further comment” on the situation.The Rolling In The Deep hitmaker sat down with Oprah Winfrey for an interview as part of the marketing campaign for her latest album, 30, as she discussed the aftermath of her divorce from charity chief Simon Konecki, in the exact same spot Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shared their upset over the Royal Family back in March.When Simon and Adele first split up, the singer’s spokesman announced: “Adele and her partner have separated.They are committed to raising their son together lovingly.

Queen Elizabeth II after she left royal fans surprised by missing a key event in her diary. The monarch did not attend Sunday’s remembrance ceremony at the Cenotaph after she pulled out at the last minute citing health difficulties.Sally predicted: "She's not well and, like a lot of people, I am worried about her. "She looks to me like she's lost a lot of weight but she is 95," the famous psychic claimed.When asked about the future of the monarchy, Sally speculated: "Charles will take the throne in the not-too-distant future but there’s no way the Queen will hand it over. “She will never abdicate.

Queen Elizabeth II, 95, has recently cancelled some of her engagements due to being told to slow her busy schedule down by health professionals, and this has left many people feeling concerned over the state of her well being, as she turns 96 next year.

The Queen may return to Sandringham to feel closer to Prince Philip as her first wedding anniversary without her beloved husband approaches, says a royal expert. And Kate, who often spends weekends on the estate with William and the children, will be a great source of comfort to her.

Kate Middleton was praised by a royal author for putting on a brave face for Remembrance Day in the absence of the Queen.The 95-year-old monarch was unable to attend the service on Sunday (November 14) due to a sprained back and is understood to have been heartbroken to have missed being there in person.A body language expert said The Duchess of Cambridge appeared to be the "Alpha female" when she stood on the balcony at the Cenotaph with other members of the Royal Family.Angela Levin, the author of Harry: Conversations with the Prince, has weighed in and praised Kate, as well as Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Sophie, Countess of Wessex for their conduct.She told GB News: "You couldn't have asked for more wonderful women up there on the

Mr Boyle, 49, has become known as one of the UK's cynical comedians. He was, in fact, previously named the nation's most offensive stand-up comedian by a jury of his peers.

Prince Charles has laid a wreath on behalf his mother The Queen at the Cenotaph on Sunday 14 November.The Prince of Wales, who turns 74 today, attended the service alongside his wife Camilla, son Prince William and Kate Middleton alongside a number of members of the Royal Family at the annual event, to remember those who had fallen in war. Others in attendance included The Earl and Countess of Wessex, The Princess Royal and Vice Admiral Sir Time Laurence, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke of Kent and Princess Alexandra.The Royals were present alongside Prime Minister Boris Johnson, MPs, soldiers and veterans at the annual Remembrance Sunday event to commemorate the war dead.

Prince Charles was joined by his wife, son and daughter-in-law at the Royal Albert Hall tonight as they attended the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance.The senior royals headed to the important event to pay tribute to all of those who have lost their lives during the war.The future king attend the event with wife, Duchess Camilla, along with his son Prince William and Kate Middleton. Sadly, the Queen was unable to make tonight's event as she had to stay resting at home ahead of tomorrow's public appearance.

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next year in a bid to ‘keep the brand alive’, according to an expert.Royal expert Ian Lloyd claimed that he would be “surprised” if they failed to make an appearance.He added that their association with the Queen, as well as Harry's relationship with Princess Diana, is the "only reason" they have maintained this heightened level of fame.Speaking to the Express, the royal photographer and biographer said: "I would be surprised if they didn't appear next year for the Jubilee, and that's because their brand relies on the fact that they are associated with the Royal Family."As much as they appear to fight against it and go off in their own direction to do things, the only reason that they are getting the fame they have

Princess Charlotte is the only daughter to the future King and Queen, Prince William and Kate Middleton which means that based on her place in the line of succession, Charlotte could be looking at a prestigious royal title in later years. When her father the Duke of Cambridge, 39, becomes King, Charlotte being the daughter of the King, could be in line to inherit a specific title to reflect this.The six year old could be given the title in the future of The Princess Royal to reflect that she is the eldest daughter of the British Sovereign.The title itself came about in the 1600s and derived from the French royal title of Madame Royale.

inspired producer Shonda Rhimes to use color-blind casting for their 1813 Regency romance. A steamy streaming success was born.Lost in the buzz was one small detail: the truth.The notion that Charlotte was biracial is “a farrago of nonsense,” historian Andrew Roberts told The Post.

Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle have became style icons since being thrust into the limelight after marrying into the Royal Family. From setting fashion trends to kickstarting new make-up crazes, Kate and Meghan continue to capture the public's attention with their looks.

Though the Queen traditionally spends the Christmas and New Year period at her Norfolk Sandringham Estate with other members of the Royal Family, the 95-year-old’s festive spirit isn’t solely reserved for members of her family. In addition to greeting members of the public before heading to the Christmas church service at St.

The Queen will attend Remembrance Sunday commemorations in what will be her first public engagement since her hospital stay. Her Majesty hopes to lead the Royal Family’s tributes at the annual service at the Cenotaph on Sunday in London.

Prince Charles has insisted that The Queen is doing “alright” following her short stay in hospital and cancelling her public engagements at her doctor’s advice. The 72 year old was met with floods of well-wishers as he appeared outside a NatWest bank branch in Brixton on Thursday to meet The Prince’s Trust Young Entrepreneurs.

Plans for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations next year are already well underway, with details of events over the long weekend of June 2 to 5 still being finalised. But, says royal expert Duncan Larcombe - author of Prince Harry: The Inside Story - the occasion will be ‘a big deal’ for the royal family and one that they won’t want overshadowed by ongoing disputes with Harry.

It's no secret that the royal family own a whole range of stunning properties, with most members have more than one home. The Queen has six different residences for her own use alone, while future king Charles has four homes across the UK.The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge own three different properties, but most people are only being familiar with the first two.

Ahead of Queen Elizabeth II's platinum Jubilee next year, the Royal Collection Trust has released a series of commemorative Christmas memorabilia. Mark the season with something fit for a royal with a gift from the selection curated and given the stamp of approval by Buckingham Palace.The purple colour scheme of the range has taken inspiration from Her Majesty's Robe of Estate which was worn on her Coronation Day on June 2 1953.The main imagery features a coat of arms with the national emblems of the UK, consisting of roses, shamrocks, thistles and daffodils.