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Kate Middleton
Happy Birthday, Kate: The Duchess of Cambridge Turns 30
Her festivities included a movie premiere with Steven Spielberg. Royals — they’re just like us.
The Kate Middleton Effect: British Retailer Reiss Sees Profits Double
The buying public still can’t get enough of the Duchess of Cambridge’s style.
Is That Really a Photo of Pippa and Prince Harry?
Look closely — it’s a cleverly staged parody by artist Alison Jackson.
Death, Destruction and the Packers: What Facebook Talked About in 2011
Osama bin Laden, Kate Middleton and Rihanna now have something in common.
What’s in a (Baby) Name? 2011’s Most Popular Monikers
Royals and Kardashians alike were inspirations for baby names this year.
William and Kate to Steal the Spotlight as 2012 Olympics Ambassadors
On your marks, get set, bow!
Ate Yourself Sick? Novelty Barf Bags Are Here For The Holidays
A new collection of festive-themed sick bags and greeting cards are being printed with phrases such as “Merry Christmas and a Happy Spew Year.”
Pippa Middleton’s Bridesmaid Dress Goes on Sale
But will the dress draw the same amount of attention to your derriere?
Under Historic New Law, Women Given Equal Right to British Throne
For 300 years, the English crown passed to the oldest male heir. Now, it will simply go to the first-born – even if she’s a girl.
Let Her Be Queen! Proposed Laws Would Let First-Born Daughter Take British Throne
About time!
Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress Breaks Buckingham Palace Record
Think that the world has had enough of royal wedding fever? Think again.