The Royal Family has such an interesting relationship with politics.

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The Queen, of course, is the head of state, but she would never make any political calls herself. She "has to remain strictly neutral with respect to political matters," according to the Royal Family's website. Her neutrality is such that when she does have to address political issues, her true feelings are inscrutable. Two years after Britain's contentious Brexit vote, she told the king and queen of the Netherlands that Britain is looking “toward a new partnership with Europe” and that shared values between Britain and Europe are “our greatest asset."

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The rest of the Royal Family is legally allowed to register to vote, but convention keeps them from doing it. But that doesn't mean they haven't been politically active in the past. Prince Charles has been criticized for his efforts to influence policy when it comes to — not joking — badgers. Read about the "black spider memos" next time you have time to kill.

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Harry made it clear to Gloria Steinem that he's a feminist, and Meghan is grateful for that on Archie's behalf

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A name not often associated with royal circles — Bette Midler pushed back against Piers Morgan's opinions on royal propriety

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, gave a rare interview about the challenges facing young people today 

The Dutch royal family released new photos of their teen princesses this week

One of Queen Elizabeth's first cousins has released her first single, entitled "Out of the Blue"

A look back

Because none of us can safely go to big parties these days and we're having fancy party envy, why not look back on some candid moments from ultra-glamorous parties?

Princess Diana dancing with John Travolta in 1985. By the way, this dress is now on display at Kensington Palace.

Princess Margaret with a Holly Golightly-esque cigarette holder at a gala in 1991.

The Duchess of Cambridge chats with Simon Cowell and Harry Styles at the Royal Variety Performance in London on in 2014.

Did you know?

Prince William is pretty good at juggling. He showed it off earlier this year when he and Kate Middleton visited Galway, Ireland. After meeting some local entertainers, he showed off his skill — and we have to say, it's fairly impressive.

It's not altogether surprising when you think about it, given that his father Prince Charles was a teen magician. Maybe, like a lot of other kids, they both grew up indulging fantasies about running away to join the circus.

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