the royals

A lavish royal wedding could boost the British economy—and in an age of austerity, outrage taxpayers

Their long courtship provoked ridicule. But William and Kate were friends first. They test drove marriage. And he gave her plenty of time to back out.

Indeed, we do. After years of indifference to the Crown, Canada is enjoying a true royal moment

This is the stuff that dreams are made of. Or so England hopes.

Her rise from middle-class roots to the royal family

Charming, gaffe-prone Prince Harry may enjoy being out of the spotlight

Britain reacts with enthusiasm to news of the impending wedding

Rescue pilot, partygoer, dutiful son: against all odds, Will has achieved an equilibrium that evaded his parents

So many thank-you notes, so many flowers—a royal tour requires a master planner

Her Majesty’s wardrobe is unexpectedly stylish during her Canadian tour