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  1. Today in History

    Thu, 13 Jun 2013

    became the first spacecraft to leave the solar system as it crossed the orbit of Neptune. On this date: In 1842, Queen Victoria became the first British monarch to ride on a train, traveling from Slough Railway Station to Paddington in 25 minutes

  2. Big Bucks for Betters on Kate Middleton's Royal Baby

    Tue, 11 Jun 2013

    though, is the baby's name. In mid-April, said Adams, "Alexandra" -- Queen Elizabeth's middle name, Queen Victoria 's real name and the name of King Edward VII wife -- was all the rage. "Over a 48-hour period, we took over

  3. Christina Aguilera Answers our Burning Questions, Says 'I Don't Believe in Regrets'

    Mon, 1 Oct 2012

    with originals by D*Face, Shephard Fairey, and Banksy, including a funny one by the latter of a famously prudish Queen Victoria siting on another woman's face), Aguilera has paid special attention to the visuals on this album, hiring hipster

  4. NYC Landmark Becomes Living Room In the Sky

    Wed, 19 Sep 2012

    into a one-of-a-kind hotel suite and, in England, created a temporary functioning hotel around a statue of Queen Victoria to celebrate the 2002 Liverpool Biennial. The Columbus statue was designed by Italian sculptor Gaetano Russo to commemorate

  5. A Key to British Monarchy's 'Golden Prison': The American Flag

    Sun, 3 Jun 2012

    back at the edge of the throng under the tall trees in Green Park - looking out past the lofty roundabout statue of Queen Victoria toward the famous Buckingham balcony and pondering that most American question: Why for Heaven's sake, in this

  6. World-Record Attempts Mark Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee

    Fri, 1 Jun 2012

    Elizabeth II ascended the throne Feb. 7, 1952, following the death of her father, King George VI. She was crowned at Westminster Abbey June 2, 1953. The only other British monarch to celebrate a Diamond Jubilee was Queen Victoria in 1897.

News

  1. Top 7 Foreign Gifts to the U.S.

    Fri, 13 Apr 2012

    universal freedom and independence. The Resolute Desk The Resolute desk was given to President Rutherford B. Hayes by Queen Victoria in 1880 and is often used by U.S. presidents as the Oval Office desk. The desk, built from the timbers of the

  2. Queen Elizabeth Delivers Diamond Jubilee Speech to Parliament

    Tue, 20 Mar 2012

    George VI, died. The queen joins an elite club in reaching the 60-year, or Diamond Jubilee, milestone. Only Queen Victoria served longer, 63 years in all, a feat Queen Elizabeth noted in her speech today. "So, in an era when the regular

  3. White House State Dinner a 'Backyard' Celebration For The British

    Wed, 14 Mar 2012

    Washington. Newtown Pippin Apples serve as a symbol of the American-British partnership-the apple was so favored by Queen Victoria that she had the customs duty on them eliminated. Décor and Arrangements: The theme of the décor for the United

  4. Queen Elizabeth II Celebrates 60 Year Anniversary

    Mon, 6 Feb 2012

    the country's longest-serving monarch after Queen Victoria , who reigned for more than 63 years. The queen photographs of the queen, wearing the same necklace Queen Victoria wore in her own Diamond Jubilee portrait in 1897

  5. Party Like a Prince During London Olympics

    Mon, 14 Nov 2011

    tapestries and a fine display of arms. It was the residence of kings and queens of England for over 300 years. Queen Victoria moved from St. James Palace to Buckingham Palace in 1837. The palace won’t reveal any details about the cost of

  6. Left-Handed Legacy: Demystifying the Southpaw

    Wed, 28 Sep 2011

    What do Lady Gaga, Queen Victoria , Michelangelo and President Obama all have in common? Whether signing a bill into law or painting a masterpiece, they all do it

  7. Queen Elizabeth on Lookout for Royally Green Thumb

    Tue, 30 Aug 2011

    Buckingham Palace in London. It was pruchased in 1848 by Queen Victoria and has served as the royal family's Scottish home since then. Queen Victoria called the castle her "paradise in the Highlands

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Videos

  1. 20/20: Bringing Up Baby: Royal Edition

    Mon, 27 May 2013

    It's not she was forced either very fast monthly in the found the breast feet is contrast and the sentence and that. Queen Victoria was adamant breastfeeding disgusting. It may be bad madness to discuss the royal doesn't many people are wondering

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    the -- breast feet -- is contrast and the sentence and that. Queen Victoria was adamant -- breastfeeding disgusting. It may be bad madness to discuss the royal doesn't -- many people are wondering what --
  2. Royal Baby: Diana's Legacy

    Mon, 27 May 2013

    very first mother within the royal family to breastfeed. Of course, that's hard for us to know for certain, but queen victoria was adamant that she found breastfeeding disgusting. It may be bad manners to discuss the "royal bosom," but many

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    breastfeed. Of course, that's hard for us to know for certain, but queen victoria was adamant that she found breastfeeding disgusting. It may be bad manners to discuss the "royal bosom," but many people are wondering
  3. ChristianMingle Mistake: Beauty Queen Speaks Out

    Sun, 3 Mar 2013

    police say targeted women on a religious dating site because he thought they would be easier prey. California beauty queen victoria kinney says she feared falling victim to an unholy crime at the hands of this man, sean banks, who police say used

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    dating site because he thought they would be easier prey. California beauty queen victoria kinney says she feared falling victim to an unholy crime at the hands of this man, sean banks, who police say used
  4. Holiday Coffee-Table Books Make Great Gifts

    Wed, 12 Dec 2012

    see chapters on her as a young princess, the royal union. It also includes a royal family tree, dating back to queen victoria and a map of her travels. It's a gorgeous shot. This one is just as incredible. "Compawssion." It's all

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    royal union. It also includes a royal family tree, dating back to queen victoria and a map of her travels. It's a gorgeous shot. This one is just as incredible. "Compawssion." It's all rescue dogs. It
  5. Will and Kate Engagement Palace for Rent

    Mon, 14 Nov 2011

    exclusive When you see all this gold it is gold built nearly 500 years ago by had assaulted Kaye in for is probably Queen Victoria . Doctor head off. Foment. Hatred and Kate and William and there engagement he. But this isn't lifestyles of

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    nearly 500 years ago by had assaulted Kaye in for is probably Queen Victoria . Doctor head off. Foment. Hatred and Kate and William and -- there engagement he. But this isn't -- lifestyles of the rich
  6. A Tour of Buckingham

    Tue, 29 May 2012

    forty acre garden. Where she hosts at least three parties a year continuing a royal tradition that dates back to Queen Victoria in the 1860s. And how deep in an invitation that Suggesting anything But I think one of the wonderful things about

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    three parties a year continuing a royal tradition that dates back to Queen Victoria in the 1860s. And how deep in an invitation that -- -- Suggesting anything -- But I think one of the wonderful
  7. Royal Murder Mystery: Body on Queen's Estate There for '1 to 4 Months'

    Wed, 4 Jan 2012

    know what happens to be Wouldn't exist admired and royalty is always irresistible speculation but no proof that. Queen Victoria 's grandson was just the It wasn't even in London at the time it. Makes a good story and and a one time friend

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    admired -- and royalty is always irresistible speculation but no proof that. Queen Victoria's grandson was just the -- It wasn't even in London at the time it. Makes a good story and -- -- and
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Photos

  1. PHOTO: Queen Victoria's wedding.
  2. PHOTO: A souvenir portrait of Queen Victoria is shown.
  3. PHOTO: Workers construct stands for the media on the Queen Victoria Memorial opposite Buckingham Palace, in this April 13, 2011 file photo in London, England.
  4. PHOTO Author of 'The Diana Chronicles' Calls Her 'The Greatest Thing to Happen to the Monarchy Since Queen Victoria'
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