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JAN MOIR: Meghan's become just another pay-per-view plugger turning her high profile into high profit
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Between not launching her lifestyle brand, not being invited to A-list events and not visiting the UK with her husband, where does Meghan find the time to be an international businesswoman, that is what I want to know. This week, the Duchess of Sussex interrupted her trade and industry schedule to give an interview to the New York Times. How unlike her, is what you are thinking, and I agree. The Duchess was promoting her 'fashion portfolio', which is not a posh way of saying 'knicker drawer' but rather the small collection of female-owned brands she has 'invested in' over the last few years. One recent acquisition is Cesta Collective, which produces basket bags that are handwoven by 'talented female artisans' in Rwanda, finished in Italy and retail for about £700 each. For a straw basket, I find myself shrieking.
EXCLUSIVERICHARD EDEN: My 'significant' revelation that proves what Palace sources have been telling me - Harry is 'desperate' for a reconciliation with the royals
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California has many charms, but the year-round sun of the Golden State may be starting to lose its shine for the Duke of Sussex as he sees photographs of the Prince and Princess of Wales enjoying their holiday with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Balmoral. In more harmonious times for the Royal Family, Prince Harry would have been with his brother and sister-in-law at the Highlands retreat at this time of year. 'To me, Balmoral was always simply Paradise,' Harry wrote in his memoirs, Spare. 'A cross between Disney World and some sacred Druid grove.'
EXCLUSIVEThe firm behind the royals' favourite handbags: Aspinal of London's founder 'hugely honoured' that Kate Middleton and Zara love the £595 Midi Mayfair (and other designs)
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Established in 2002 by British entrepreneur Iain Burton, the firm is renowned for its distinguished handbags, which have been seen on the arms of royal women including Kate Middleton. Kate's most-loved design, the Midi Mayfair, exemplifies the British label's exceptional craftsmanship and timeless vintage elegance. Mr Burton expressed to MailOnline his delight at having such prominent admirers, saying: 'All of us at Aspinal are hugely honoured and proud that the Royal Family have given their support to Aspinal over the years. Princess Catherine is one of the most loved, hugely respected and iconic women in the world.' The Princess of Wales has carried four bags by Aspinal of London, since debuting her first - an Eaton Clutch - at a friend's wedding in 2011. Kate's favourite style appears to be the Midi Mayfair, which she introduced in 2018 and has repeatedly worn since. Queen Camilla, Zara Tindall and Princess Eugenie are also fans of Aspinal of London's bags.
Prince William and Kate Middleton send heartwarming message to ParalympicsGB athletes ahead of the opening ceremony in Paris
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The Paralympics are set to kick off in Paris today, and now the Prince and Princess of Wales have taken to social media with a heartfelt message for them. The Royals also said they were 'looking forward to another few weeks of incredible sport'.
Ephraim Hardcastle: Will Prince Andrew be watching A Very Royal Scandal, produced by former friend Emily Maitlis?
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Will Prince Andrew be watching next month's A Very Royal Scandal, produced by his former friend Emily Maitlis? Apparently, one of the reasons he co-operated with the disastrous Newsnight interview was her presence. Andrew, who always prided himself as a ladies' man, thought that working his charm would have Maitlis eating out of his hand.
Why Kate is 'terrified' George will take up one of William's hobbies: How the Prince's love of motorbikes saw him tear through London anonymously and ride his Ducati to polo matches
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It is every wife and mother's worst nightmare - a husband or son who loves motorbikes. Prince William is one such speed freak, and in the past left the Princess of Wales very worried. Asked by a royal fan in 2015 if her husband was still into his motorbike, Kate admitted: 'He's still riding it. It always fills me with horror when he goes out on it - I'm terrified. Hopefully I'm going to keep George off it.' Prince William passed his full motorcycle test in 2002 at just 19 years old, meaning he could upgrade from a 50cc to a 125cc engine - no doubt filling Charles and the late Queen with dread. Once dubbed the 'Prince of Wheels', he has had a strong passion for motorbikes from a young age. The bikes he has owned include a £15,000 Ducati 1198s, which has a top speed of 180mph. And in 2008 (left) he and Prince Harry completed a charity motorbike ride in South Africa.
EXCLUSIVEBattle for the Royal Lodge: How Prince Andrew has taken up a very nerdy hobby in his palatial Windsor home while he refuses to be ousted... as senior royals take sides, writes RICHARD KAY
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Little by little Prince Andrew is being prised out of Royal Lodge, his palatial Windsor home. The latest revelation that the King is no longer prepared to meet the cost of providing its security is surely a sign that his brother's grip on the mansion is loosening. And yet there has been barely a murmur of protest, not even from those staunch friends who usually like to remind observers at such times that the Duke of York has a 'cast iron' 75-year lease on the property he inherited on the death of his grandmother, the Queen Mother. Was this, then, the moment that Andrew finally threw in the towel, acknowledging that the loss of the ten-man privately funded guards who patrol the grounds of the house and its 98-acre estate means he can no longer afford to safely stay there?
EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Norwegian Princess and her shaman are locked in exclusive photo deal row
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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Peter Phillips caused a headache for the Royal Family when he sold the photographic rights of his wedding to Autumn Kelly to Hello! magazine for a sum thought to be £500,000. Queen Elizabeth, is said to have banned such deals as a result. Now Norway's Princess Martha Louise, who stepped down as a senior member of her country's royal family, and is due to wed Durek Verrett, a bisexual 'shaman', has sparked a similar row. The couple have granted exclusive access to their wedding to Hello! and Norwegians are not happy.
EXCLUSIVEEDEN CONFIDENTIAL: After Earl Spencer announced split from third wife Karen, she declares that she won't go quietly - and she's taking the sheep!
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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Canadian-born Karen Gordon became Charles Spencer's third wife in 2011 and gave birth to his seventh child, Lady Charlotte, the following year. They married within the grounds of Althorp, where the Earl's older sister Princess Diana is buried. The couple had met the previous year on a blind date at a restaurant in Los Angeles. It is understood their marriage broke down amid the strain of Earl Spencer writing his harrowing memoir detailing the physical and sexual abuse he suffered at boarding school, The Mail On Sunday reported. The couple announced their pending divorce to staff at Althorp, the Spencer family estate in Northamptonshire, in April.
Queen Mary and King Frederick of Denmark put on a summery display in a sunhat and shades as they visit Baltic island Ærø
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Queen Mary and King Frederick of Denmark put on a bright and summery display this afternoon as they visited the Baltic Sea island of Ærø. The royal couple - who have been plagued by rumours of marriage woes over the past year - have begun their summer tour on the Royal Yacht Dannebrog. After visiting Bornholm island yesterday, the pair looked to be enjoying the weather on Ærø, as Mary wore a smart sunhat and Frederick looked cool in a pair of shades.
The secret signals of Meghan Markle's £90,065 of collection of clothes and jewellery she wore for her four day faux royal tour of Colombia with Prince Harry
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Like it or not, clothes talk. So if you're on a four-day tour of Colombia at the invitation of a country's vice-president, and your every move is being photographed, it's wise to maximise the power of your clothing choices. And we've come to expect nothing less from the Duchess of Sussex. Communicating through one's clothing is nothing new - the late Queen spearheaded 'diplomatic dressing', paying homage to her host countries through designer, colour and pattern choices. Princess Diana followed her lead on royal tours in the 1980s and 1990s. 'But this wasn't a royal tour!' I hear you cry. Technically, you'd be right. But in many respects, it was. A jam-packed schedule full of school visits, walkabouts and meetings with local leaders? Check, check and check.
Royal fans joke Prince Harry's in for a telling-off after resting his arm on his interpreter's seat - as Spanish-speaking Meghan takes over translating duties for the rest of their Colombia tour
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The Duke appeared distracted by something off-stage as he watched a colourful tribal dance at the Delia Zapata National Centre for the Arts in Bogotá on Thursday. As the Duke and Duchess enjoyed a colourful tribal dance at the Delia Zapata National Centre for the Arts in Bogotá, the nation's capital, they exhibited very different body language as spectators. While Meghan, 43, remained demure and displayed impressive posture during the performance, Prince Harry, 39, appeared somewhat more slouched in his chair.
Princess Beatrice's stepson Wolfie Mapelli Mozzi enjoys a 'great American summer' with mother Dara Huang at Wisconsin lake house
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Taking to Instagram, the American architect, who has previously designed for Four Seasons hotels, shared a series of sweet images of herself and Wolfie in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Dara captioned the post: 'Country livin' having a great American summer.' Before asking her 66 thousand followers: 'What are you doing this summer?' (Pictured: Dara and Wolfie)
Meghan Markle's touching gesture to Prince Harry as she speaks out about her suicidal thoughts in new CBS Sunday Morning interview about cyber abuse
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The Duchess was seated next to her husband on the set of CBS News Sunday Morning, as she spoke about feelings she experienced as a working royal. The Suits star first detailed such feelings in March 2021, when she told Oprah Winfrey she 'just didn't want to be alive anymore' because of abuse she was suffering online. This time around, Markle told host Jane Pauley how she hope her candor will help youngsters around the world as they deal with similar feelings - often after surfing the web Haley in turn asked the 43-year-old about her decision to open up about her response to 'bullying and abuse' on social media, spurring Markle to answer while simultaneously reaching out to her spouse for support.
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EXCLUSIVEPALACE CONFIDENTIAL: MONEY ROWS! Why the King won't take Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's calls
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A report in People magazine says King Charles no longer picks up Prince Harry 's phone calls, here our royal experts explain why. Watch the latest episode of Palace Confidential here or on YouTube now.
Greek royal family put on a sombre display at Prince Michael of Greece and Denmark's burial service in Athens
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The royal (pictured inset), who was a first cousin to Prince Philip and a renowned writer and historian under the name Michel De Gres, passed away at a hospital in Athens, it was announced on Sunday. Crown Princess Marie Chantal, Crown Prince Pavlos, and Queen Anne Marie (pictured from L to R) cut elegant figures in all-black attire, with Marie opting for a belted short sleeved shirt dress and suede pumps.
Will family heartbreak bring William and Harry closer together? Rift between warring princes won't be healed by tragic death of their uncle Lord Robert Fellowes, aged 82, say experts
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Lord Robert Fellowes, 82, was Queen Elizabeth II's private secretary and Diana's brother-in-law. He married Lady Jane Spencer in 1978, the elder sister of Diana, and they had three children - Alexander, Eleanor and Laura, who is Princess Charlotte's godmother. Royal commentator Michael Cole told MailOnline that the loss of their uncle will not be enough to bring the warring princes back together. 'Robert Fellowes' death will not affect family dynamics,' he said. 'Prince William and Prince Harry have always been on good terms with their late mother's sisters and brother.'
Do YOU think people with the same name look alike? As researchers claim our faces evolve to match our names, we compare famous Ryans, Kates, Harrys, and Arianas
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A controversial study published earlier this week claims that our faces evolve to match our names. Going by this logic, people with the same name should resemble one another - but is that really the case? We look at some of the most famous Ryans, Kates, Harrys, Arianas, and Kims to see if researchers from Reichman University really are onto something.
EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Why climate change activists are in a huff over King Charles' jetsetter DJ?
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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: To King Charles, choosing a DJ - until now - meant selecting which dinner jacket to wear. But our monarch's horizons have become unexpectedly broader and he's now embroiled in an awkward row about his charity's choice of disc jockey. The Prince's Trust, which he created in 1976, invited a DJ who has used private jets to present its sustainability prize at the charity's annual awards show. This has led to accusations of hypocrisy from eco campaigners. DJ Cuppy - real name Florence Otedola - handed out the Global Sustainability Award at the Prince's Trust Awards in London in May. She's such a fan of private jets that she even sang about them in a 2020 song called Jollof On The Jet.
Princess Eugenie says watching her cousin 'Z' win silver at the Olympics in 2012 was 'one of her favourite memories' as she share pictures of the London games
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Princess Eugenie has shared a heartwarming social media post calling the Olympics 'one of the best things in the world' while crediting her cousin, Zara Tindall for her silver medal win in 2012. The the 34-year-old took to Instagram to reflect fondly on the four yearly sports games, recalling her cousin, Zara Tindall's performance in the London 2012 games, where the equestrian took home silver for Team GB , saying it was 'one of her favourite memories'. The mother-of-two affectionately referred to Zara as 'Z', alongside the post where she shared several pictures from the games where she is pictured cheering alongside her sister, Princess Beatrice,35. In a gushing social media post, Prince Andrew's daughter wrote: 'The Olympics is one of the best things in our world.
Meghan Markle suits up for high-powered business summit in the Hamptons after flying into New York ahead of new lifestyle brand launch
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The 42-year-old was seen in attendance at the G9 Ventures Summer Summit hosted by power broker Amy Griffin. The Duchess of Sussex wore a natural colored vest and trousers by Revolve, which retails for around $870. According to Page Six , Markle had flown into the millionaires enclave from Santa Barbara, California , by private jet with entrepreneur Jamie Kern Lima.
The royal love children: From the daughter fathered by Captain Mark Phillips while still married to Princess Anne, to Prince Albert of Monaco's other offspring - after Belgium's Princess Delphine dazzles
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When she attended celebrations for her country's National Day, Princess Delphine - the love child of the former King Albert - wore a dazzling pink and red suit emblazoned with the word 'love' across the back, three years after she was officially named as his daughter. Prince Albert of Monaco fathered son Alexandre (bottom right) with Nicole Coste, who he was with for five years. Alexandre was only publicly recognised in 2005, two years after he was born. The following year, the monarch had another love child crop up - Jazmin Grace Grimaldi (top right), who was born in 1992. Princess Anne's former husband, Captain Mark Phillips, has a less-known daughter - Felicity Tonkin (inset), 38. She was allegedly conceived after Phillips had a one-night stand with New Zealand art teacher Heather Tonkin in 1984 - while still married to the Princess Royal.
Get the royal look... at less than regal rates: ELIZA SCARBOROUGH reveals outfits loved by the royals that are on sale now - from Kate's iconic Self Portrait midi dress to Zara's stripy Rebecca Vallance outfit
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The royals are known for their impeccable fashion sense, seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary style. While their wardrobes often feature high-end pieces, their favourite outfits are hitting the sale with discounts as high as 65 per cent off. Princess Beatrice's 1950s-style Emilia Wickstead dress was originally priced at £2,995 but is now available for £1,200. Zara Tindall's stripy Rebecca Vallance dress was £570 but is now £285. The Duchess of Edinburgh's metallic Suzannah frock was £2,590 but is now just £895. Lady Louise Windsor's Suzannah silk dress was £1,290 and is now £905. Meanwhile Kate's Self Portrait dress that she wore in 2022 was £400 but is now £280. And her sister Pippa's green Me & Em dress was £1,350 but is now £1,015.
When Anne came a cropper at the Olympics: How the Princess suffered from concussion after being thrown off her horse at the 1976 Montreal Games - as she continues France trip following recovery from head injury
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Heavy rain the night before had made the Canadian steeplechase course treacherous. Goodwill, bogged down in the waterlogged grass, hit the 19th fence and fell sideways, throwing his royal charge clear. This was nearly 50 years ago, when Princess Anne - competing as an equestrian at the 1976 Montreal Olympics - came a cropper. Anne - who arrived in France this week for a 12-day stay during the Paris Olympics - won't have been reflecting on the fall itself, because she suffered concussion and does not remember it. It is a curious parallel from just a few weeks ago, when she suffered a horse-related injury at her Gatcombe Park estate and was hospitalised for several days. Like in 1976, she is said to have no recollection of what happened.
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands jokes he is 'too Dutch' after arriving at the Louvre 10 minutes early for a Paris Olympics reception
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King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands proved to be slightly too punctual last night when attending a dinner at the Louvre for the Pairs Olympics. He joined an array of royals at the glittering reception, including Queen Mary and King Frederik of Denmark, Princess Anne and Queen Letizia and King Felipe of Spain. But the Dutch monarch reportedly arrived early and had to wait ten minutes on the red carpet whilst making small talk ahead of his hosts welcoming him officially to the event. A clip surfaced online showing the awkward moment, with the King soon realising his mistake. Looking at his watch, he joked: 'Oh I'm a little early... I'm too Dutch.' It was a reference to how the people of the Netherlands are known to be very punctual and organised.
JAN MOIR: Harry's just made his most outrageous and sanctimonious claim to date!
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How very convenient of Prince Harry to blame the rift with his family on his one-sided, obsessive, eternal battle with the tabloid and popular Press. He made the claim on last night's documentary Tabloids On Trial (ITV), telling sympathetic Health Correspondent Rebecca Barry it was his 'mission' against newspapers that destroyed the relationship with his family. Was it really? 'Yeah, that's certainly a central piece to it,' he said, nodding from deep within the ruff of hair that now encircles his entire face, like a giant, ginger dandelion. 'But, you know, that's a hard question to answer because anything I say about my family results in a torrent of abuse from the Press.'
EXCLUSIVETaxpayer will have to foot policing bill for the Duke of Westminster's wedding attended by Prince William - even though he is worth £10billion and force doesn't know how much it cost
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The lavish wedding of one of Britain's richest men the Duke of Westminster (left and right) has been slammed after it emerged that taxpayers will have to pay the cost of policing it. Prince William was usher (inset) and Princess Eugenie was in attendance when Hugh Grosvenor - whose fortune is estimated at £10billion - tied the knot with Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral in the society wedding of the year. But despite the duke's vast wealth, Cheshire police say they won't ask him for a contribution towards security for the event - and will make local council taxpayers foot the bill. The move was slammed by Evan Morris, chair of the Cheshire Police and Crime Panel, who fumed: 'We're looking at very, very substantial costs for policing that wedding. It took nine months to plan and Cheshire police haven't managed to put a price on the cost.' The move was also blasted by the Taxpayers' Alliance who called on the duke to put his hand in his pocket.
Meghan Markle unlikely to join Prince Harry for 'olive branch trip' to reconnect with his family because she has 'too much on her plate' and 'fears being heckled in public', magazine reports
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Meghan Markle is unlikely to join Prince Harry for an 'olive branch trip' to Britain as the Duke of Sussex looks to reconnect with his family, an insider has claimed to a woman's magazine. Harry, 39, is reported to be planning to come back to the UK this summer for an extended period of time as he wants to 'prioritise mending his broken relationship with his family'. The father-of-two is thought to have been blindsided by the double cancer diagnoses of his father King Charles and sister-in-law Princess Catherine and there is speculation he now wants to repair bridges with his family across the pond. However, despite the Duke's intention to cross the Atlantic for a longer trip, his wife of six years is reportedly not expected to join him as she has 'too much on her plate' with the launch of her new lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard. An insider has claimed to one magazine that as well has having to look after her business interests, the Duchess of Sussex is also fearful of being 'heckled again in public' after the couple were booed in 2022 at an event during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee .
EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Will Meghan Markle embark on a political career if her friend Kamala Harris beats Trump to the White House?
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EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Should Kamala Harris beat Trump to the White House, will her friend Meghan embark on a political career? In 2020, when Harris became Joe Biden 's running mate, Meg was effusive. 'I'm so excited to see that kind of represent-ation,' she told Gloria Steinem. 'You know, for me, being biracial, growing up, whether it was a doll or a person in office, you need to see someone who looks like you in some capacity.
Meghan Markle could miss Prince Harry's Invictus Games in Birmingham due to security fears after prince lost High Court challenge over police protection - as city which saw its council go bankrupt hosts ceremony to mark winning £26m bid
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Meghan Markle could miss the Invictus Games for the first time because of security fears after Birmingham was today revealed as the tournament's host city in 2027. The Duke of Sussex - who founded the sporting competition for wounded, injured and sick military personnel and veterans - is embroiled in an ongoing row with the Home Office over security arrangements for himself and his family when in the UK. In February, Prince Harry - who lives in Montecito, California - lost his High Court challenge against the Government over his right to state-funded police protection. He had told a judge that he did not feel able to bring his children, Prince Archie , five, and Princess Lilibet, three, to Britain and could not put his wife 'in danger like that'. Harry was then given permission to go to the Court of Appeal - but if this fails then he may feel forced to attend the competition alone because of fears for his family. This morning, a special event including a flag-raising ceremony and a demonstration of wheelchair pickleball was held at Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre (NEC). The city council went bankrupt last September and is putting up council tax by 21 per cent over the next two years as part of a £300million budget savings drive. The £26million bid for the games was funded by the UK Government, not the council.
EXCLUSIVEMeghan Markle dons a crisp white £245 shirt and £12,800 Cartier necklace as she steps out with Father Of The Bride actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley at trendy Italian restaurant in Montecito
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The Duchess of Sussex , 42, was pictured leaving the trendy Italian restaurant Tre Lune, a favourite among A-listers including Kourtney Kardashian, Ellen DeGeneres and Sofia Richie. Mother-of-two Meghan was spotted smiling and chatting with Kimberly, wife of American country singer Brad Paisley, near her $14.5million Montecito mansion. It's unclear how exactly the former actress and Kimberly know one another. Looking typically chic, Prince Harry 's wife opted for a laidback look with a £245 white 'Mika' shirt from Los Angeles brand Anine Bing tucked into a pair of relaxed light-blue denim mom jeans, and even pulled her hair back with a claw clip. Her outing comes after US President Joe Biden, 81, dropped out of the 2024 presidential race on Sunday. Prince Harry was known to enjoy a friendly relationship with President Biden's wife Dr Jill Biden over the last decade.
Royal fans say Prince George, 11, looks just like his father Prince William in birthday photo
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The black and white photo, taken by keen photographer Kate Middleton, 42, shows Prince George, 11, in a suit, beaming at the camera (pictured left). George, who is the eldest of the Waleses children and second-in-line to the throne, had his hair combed to the side in the image. He looked dapper and sharp, donning a blazer, smart trousers and a crisp white shirt as he smiled and looked into the lens of the camera. And lovers of The Firm have compared the young royal to his father, Prince William , 42, adding that he 'looks so much like his dad'. (both pictured right, at the final of the Euros in Berlin).
The products used by the royals to stay looking youthful: From a natural alternative to Botox to a moisturiser launched in 1930... and the cream Prince Harry put on his 'frost-bitten' nether regions
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Being the most photographed people in the world, members of the Royal Family strive to look their very best on every occasion. They consult top beauty experts for recommendations on products that maintain their skin's health, promoting a youthful glow and combating signs of ageing. From a natural alternative to Botox to a moisturiser launched in 1930, we reveal the products they use to maintain their glow.
Donald Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks 'searched for the Princess of Wales online' and downloaded images of Kate Middleton to his phone before he tried to murder the former US president, FBI searches reveal
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Thomas Matthew Crooks had downloaded photos of the future queen, FBI analysis of his two phones and laptop show. Police in the US made the discovery about his apparent fixation with the British royal after searching Crooks' home and seizing his electronic devices in the aftermath of his attack in Pennsylvania last Saturday. The 20-year-old rifleman had images of the Princess of Wales on his phone, sources close to the investigation told DailyMail.com. Crooks had searched for information about the 42-year-old royal in addition to looking at Donald Trump, President Joe Biden , FBI Director Christopher Wray and US Attorney General Merrick Garland. It is not yet clear why Crooks was focused on Kate, the only non-American in the group of people found in his internet search history.
Meghan 'set alarm bells ringing' at the Palace from the start. As their star wanes, there are two mistakes from those days she and Harry must fix, writes RICHARD EDEN
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In recent months, Harry and Meghan have given the impression they are keen to mend fences with the Royal Family. Yet still the Sussexes seem determined to risk conflict. Harry's decision to go ahead and collect the Pat Tillman award last week (above left) - despite protests from thousands of people including the late American hero's own mother, Mary - was a sign of the couple's stubborn refusal to admit they might be wrong.
Lord Louis Mountbatten and the 'happy threesome': How Prince Philip's uncle married wife Edwina on this day in 1922, before she fell in love with India's prime minister - and her husband didn't mind!
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The wedding of Lord Louis Mountbatten and Edwina Ashley, 102 years ago today, began with the bride gliding down the aisle in a shimmering low-waisted silver dress. The glittering ceremony on July 18, 1922, was attended by an elite list of guests who included King George V. Following the ceremony, the couple drove away in a Rolls Royce that Edwina had bought as a wedding gift for her new husband, and they soon began their grand honeymoon - but the splendour did not continue into their marriage. For socialite Edwina - who was described as one of the six best-dressed women in the world - would not meet her true love, prime minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru (right, with Edwina) until 1946 in Singapore. By then, both she and Lord Mountbatten - who was Prince Philip's uncle - had each had several affairs.
EXCLUSIVECamilla behind closed doors: Her worrying days with Charles after his cancer diagnosis and the eternal optimism that has made the King 'sweetly proud': REBECCA ENGLISH
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She might have hoped her birthday tomorrow would involve nothing more taxing than putting her feet up with her husband. Instead, Queen Camilla will celebrate turning 77 by popping on her Bruce Oldfield gown and the family's iconic Diamond Diadem to accompany King Charles to the State Opening of Parliament. 'It's not the tip-top way she would choose to be spending her birthday,' one close friend tells me, 'but you won't ever hear a single word of complaint. About anything, really. For someone who wasn't born into the Royal Family, she's got an extraordinarily strong sense of duty and the temperament to cope.'
EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Eighteen months after Prince Harry's book Spare and there's still no sign of the paperback. Why not?
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Eighteen months after publication of Prince Harry 's Spare and still no sign of the paperback version. Publishers are usually swift to get one on the market, especially if they can market it as containing 'sensational' new material. But it seems Harry has no new spare excitement to impart. His family has kept him at arms length, aware that anything they say could be taken down and used in evidence against them. The only exclusives Harry could offer relate to his view of the Coronation from behind Aunt Anne's plumed hat and how he nipped in to Buck House en route to Heathrow to use the loo.
Moment Kate Middleton passes on Louis and George's sweet question for Wimbledon champ Carlos Alcaraz
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In a clip shared by BBC Sport on X, Kate Middleton , 42, asked the 21-year-old star tennis star who his favourite Spanish football player is - ahead of the country's 2-1 win against England later that fateful night. The royal, who has stepped away from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, saw Spanish reigning champion Carlos take on veteran Novak Djokovic , winning in three sets. With Princess Charlotte, 9, and sister Pippa, 40, by her side, the royal enjoyed a tense rematch of last year's championship match on the grass of the All England Club. Speaking to Carlos after his victory, she admitted 'the boys' - most likely referring to her sons George, 10, and Louis, 6 - were curious about the tennis pro's thoughts on his country's football stars. Yesterday, William and Kate posted an endearing photo of Charlotte and Louis watching the Euros final as they paid tribute to the Three Lions following England's heartbreaking loss (inset).
'Thank you for being an all-round class act': Prince William pays emotional tribute to Gareth Southgate and praises his 'humility, compassion and true leadership' as Three Lions boss steps down following Euros final defeat
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The Prince of Wales, 42, thanked the former Three Lions' boss for his 'humility, compassion, and true leadership under the most intense pressure and scrutiny'. In a touching message to Southgate, the royal described him as an 'all-round class act' who 'should be incredibly proud of what you've achieved'. He wrote in a post from the official Kensington Palace account: 'Gareth, I want to thank you - not as the President of the FA, but as an England fan. Thank you for creating a team that stands shoulder to shoulder with the world's finest in 2024.'
Kate Middleton wore earrings from London-based sustainable jewellers for Wimbledon day out - and they're more affordable than you might think
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Kate Middleton made a very fashionable return to public life once more on Sunday, joining her daughter Princess Charlotte for a day out at Wimbledon tennis. Kate was as radiant as ever in a purple £1295 bespoke dress from Safiyaa - and even added a pair of brand new earrings for the occasion. She opted for the sterling silver and gold Sabine Hoops (pictured) by British independent jeweller By Pariah - a London-based sustainable brand.
Royal fans joke they want 'justice for Prince Louis' after the Prince and Princess of Wales took Princess Charlotte and Prince George to Wimbledon and Euros 2024 finals
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Royal fans have joked they want 'justice for Prince Louis' after Princess Charlotte and Prince George joined their parents at two very high-profile sporting events this weekend. Yesterday, the Princess of Wales, 42, was joined by Princess Charlotte (top right), nine, to watch Carlos Alcaraz triumph over Novak Djokovic on Centre Court in south-west London. Meanwhile, Prince George, 11, travelled out to Berlin with the Prince of Wales (bottom right) this weekend to watch England lose against Spain in the Euros 2024 final. The young Prince (left)'s absence from both Wimbledon and the Euros 2024 finals left people asking what he might be doing instead - and filling in the gaps with amusing speculation.
Prince William sends England players message of support ahead of Euro 2024 final against Spain: 'One last push!'
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Prince William has urged Harry Kane 's men to 'go out there and show the world' as the royal heads to Berlin for the Euros final against Spain.
In a post on X, the Prince of Wales said he is 'so proud' of England ahead of the final match. In the personal post, written by the prince himself and signed of 'W', he said: 'We are so proud of you all England, just one last push to finish the job! Go out there and show the world what you're made of. We believe. W' Prince William has been showing his support throughout the tournament, appearing at several of the matches and cheering on the team including at England's victory against Switzerland last week. William has confirmed he will be in attendance at the final tomorrow in Berlin while the Princess of Wales is tipped to present the trophies on Centre Court.
The tender gesture at the Queen's Coronation that told the Press Princess Margaret was in love... but her romance with Group Captain Peter Townsend came to nothing
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The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II is remembered as perhaps the greatest royal spectacle ever captured on film. But on that incredible day inside Westminster Abbey in 1953, the Queen's sister Princess Margaret garnered some attention too, when she was spotted in a tender moment with Group Captain Peter Townsend. 'In an idle moment, she flicked a piece of fluff from Townsend's uniform: an insignificant gesture but one that said a great deal,' royal writer Valentine Low wrote in his recent book Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Throne. 'That instant was enough to signal to the world's press that there was more going on between Margaret and the handsome - but divorced - former fighter pilot than met the eye.' Townsend had served as King George VI's equerry from 1944 until 1952 and was at the time of the Coronation serving in the same role for the new Queen.
Could school the King called 'Colditz in Kilts' have been the making of him? How at Gordonstoun Prince Charles weathered bullies and a broken nose in rugby, acted in Shakespeare plays and became head boy
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He allegedly described his experience at Gordonstoun as 'Colditz in kilts' and once wrote to his mother the Queen expressing his desire to 'come home'. But the King's decision to accept a prestigious patronage at his former school in May hinted that his experience was not all bad. In her recent book My Mother and I: The Inside Story of the King and Our Late Queen, royal author Ingrid Seward quotes Charles's former classmate, Ross Benson, who revealed the future monarch's stoicism in the face of bullying - even when he got his nose broken in a rugby match. Charles continued to play rugby right up until he left Gordonstoun. Ms Seward said he 'never hesitated' or showed 'signs of fear'. And in his final year, the Prince was chosen to portray the Pirate King in a performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera the Kings of Penzance, having also acted in Shakespeare's Macbeth. Charles arrived at Gordonstoun in April 1962 (left) after spending four years at Cheam School in Hampshire. He stayed until 1967 (right, final day) and left as House Captain and Guardian (Head Boy) with five O-levels.
Hopes Kate will attend Wimbledon finals while William flies out to Berlin for England v Spain Euros final
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Rebecca English Royal Editor It's going to be the biggest Sunday of sport for decades - and the royals are likely to be in the thick of it.
Although there has been no official confirmation yet, the Prince of Wales is expected to fly to Berlin to watch his beloved England play their first ever major final on foreign soil. Meanwhile back in the UK, Wimbledon officials remain 'hopeful' that his wife, the Princess of Wales, may feel well enough to hand out their own trophies over the weekend. Contingency plans are in place for the Duchess of Gloucester, who is a massive tennis fan and been an Honorary President of the Lawn Tennis Association for 25 years, to step in if Kate is unavailable due to her ongoing preventative cancer treatment. And no promises have been made by Kensington Palace.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are treating life like a 'prom event' as they surround themselves with Hollywood stars and live 'the California lifestyle', expert tells PALACE CONFIDENTIAL
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Charlotte Griffiths, the Editor at Large for the Mail on Sunday (pictured left), told the Mail+'s weekly talk show that the Montecito-based Duke and Duchess of Sussex are treating life 'like a red carpet event'. The panel spoke about the growing backlash about the decision to give Prince Harry the memorial award set up in the name of the late Pat Tillman, an American football star who gave up a £3million contract to enlist in the US Army after 9/11. Pat's mother Mary said she was 'shocked' and was not consulted about the prize going to the Duke of Sussex.
RICHARD EDEN: Like all of us, the 'Sussex Squad' are feverishly awaiting Kate's possible Wimbledon comeback... but for a very different reason
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Her presence would generate more excitement among the Wimbledon crowd than even the moment a Royal actually played at the tournament back in 1926. That was when King Charles 's grandfather, George VI , competed in the men's doubles tournament alongside his friend and mentor Sir Louis Greig. And, increasingly, there are hopes that the Princess of Wales , could attend the Championships this weekend to present the trophies after the finals. Catherine's attendance has, of course, been taken for granted in previous years. As Patron of the All England club since 2016, she's become synonymous with Wimbledon as strawberries and cream.
EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: King Charles offered Sir Keir Starmer a snifter of whisky during their first meeting
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King Charles offered Sir Keir Starmer a snifter of whisky, I hear, thinking the new PM might enjoy his audience more after a restorative dram. Starmer politely declined the offer. He's rarely associated with frivolity. At Labour's election victory party at Tate Modern, guests were given a voucher for one free drink. Old Labour was more fun. Old soaks boast that dinner invitations to its annual seaside conferences read '7 for 9pm' - leaving adequate time for refreshment.
King Charles hails 'best of British' business prize winners at Windsor Castle ceremony - celebrating innovations such as interactive 'beeping' walking sticks and paper bottles for wine and spirits
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He welcomed companies recognised for their innovation with the King's Award for Enterprise to his Berkshire home, and chatted to the entrepreneurs and established executives whose practices and products have earned them praise. The awards are one of the most prestigious business accolades in the country, with winners able to use its emblem for the next five years and many report it boosts their profile and access to new markets. Among the guests was Jonathan Reynolds, the new Business Secretary, and pointing to the business people Charles told the politician 'they represent the best of British'. One of the first winners Charles met was the senior team from WeWalk, which has produced a smart walking stick for the visually impaired that can give directions, beep when obstacles are sensed and even provide information about points of interest.
Wimbledon lines up the Duchess of Gloucester to present trophies on finals weekend if Kate is unavailable amid her cancer treatment
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The Duchess of Gloucester has been lined up as a possible replacement to present the Wimbledon trophies this weekend if the Princess of Wales is unavailable amid her cancer treatment, it has emerged. It's understood that Kate is being given 'as much flexibility as possible' by the All England Club, who will not make a final decision until the morning of the women's final on Saturday. The Princess of Wales took over Queen Elizabeth II as patron of the All England Club in 2016, and has presented trophies on Centre Court ever since. But she had made just one public appearance this year at Trooping the Colour following her announcement in March that she is having preventative chemotherapy for cancer which was found after major abdominal surgery in January.
Prince William hugs England goal hero Bukayo Saka as he congratulates the Three Lions after their latest Euros win - hailing it 'nail-biting to the very end'
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Prince William hugged England goal hero Bukayo Saka as he congratulated the Three Lions after their latest Euros win. The Prince of Wales hailed last night's game against Switzerland 'nail-biting to the very end' and was snapped cheering with his fists in the air at Dusseldorf Arena after Saka scored the equaliser at the 80th minute. Chants of 'England, England, England' echoed throughout the stadium during the thrilling moment.
The Duchess of Edinburgh is an 'achiever' who has earnt the 'trust' of King Charles as she steps up in the absence of Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, royal expert claims
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Over the past four years, royal fans may have noticed that Sophie has been working her way up the cogs of The Firm. From attending glittering banquets to standing next to Queen Camilla on the Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour, her high status is crystal clear to the public. But she was afforded the opportunity to move to the inner circle when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced that they were leaving the Royal Family in exchange for a more star-studded lifestyle in Montecito, California (Sophie and Meghan pictured in 2018, left and 2019, inset). The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are the only two working members, apart from the Prince and Princess of Wales , who are under 70, therefore it was only natural for them to step up and take over as senior working royals, earning the trust of both the late Queen and King Charles. And this was seen recently when Sophie was 'promoted' to the top table at the lavish State Banquet for the Japanese royals last week, where she was placed right next to Emperor Naruhito at Buckingham Palace (pictured right).
RICHARD EDEN: If Harry has any decency he will hand back his controversial award and give it instead to someone who values self-sacrifice and service before personal gain
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When the Duke of Sussex gave his first speech (above) after quitting royal duties in 2020 to seek his fortune overseas, he voiced both his sadness and indignation that his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, had not allowed him to keep his ties to the Armed Forces. 'Our hope was to continue serving the Queen, the Commonwealth, and my military associations, but without public funding,' he told guests at a charity event in West London . 'Unfortunately, that wasn't possible.'
King Charles and Queen Camilla stand proud in new portrait following Thistle Service in Edinburgh with Prince William and Prince Edward on either side
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The British royal family have released a new portrait (pictured) following the Thistle Service at St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh today. The service celebrated Scotland's highest honour of chivalry and made Camilla, 76, and Prince Edward , 60, members of the Order of the Thistle. The King and Queen stand proud in the centre of the portrait, with the Prince of Wales, 42, and the Duke of Edinburgh on either side. (Pictured from L to R: Prince William, King Charles, Queen Camilla, and Prince Edward)
Duchess of Edinburgh leaves Prince Edward and Lady Louise in hysterics as she fails at drinking game during Sandringham Horse Trials
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The Duchess of Edinburgh (centre) had Prince Edward and Lady Louise in hysterics this weekend when she took part in an unusual challenge while carriage driving. Sophie, 59, was seen participating in the Sandringham Driving Horse Trials on Saturday while her husband and daughter watched on. During the event, the royal was challenged to hold a wine glass full of sparkling water (right) between her teeth as she drove along. The Duchess (left) was then meant to place the glass down at the next stand - but missed the post.
EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: As Kate's Wimbledon attendance hangs on the word of her doctor, stand-in to present the tennis trophies William may also be unavailable - depending on how well Southgate's Lions do
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Kate's hopes of attending Wimbledon might depend on doctor's orders - but there is another issue. Her stand-in to present the trophies, Prince William, might not be available. His diary is in the hands of Gareth Southgate, whose England team could be in action in the Euro Championships final on Wimbledon's last weekend. William, possibly with George in tow, is pencilled in to attend. What to do? Former President of the Lawn Tennis Association the Duchess of Gloucester, who has never presented the trophies, would surely be chafing at the bit. THE inquiry into the election betting fiasco triggers nervous gulps among Palace flunkeys who discreetly provide inside information about royal events to favoured punters for a fee. Before the Palace released advance details of what the Queen would wear to Royal Ascot, one courtier trousered a hefty bookie bonus by correctly betting on her hat colour. The sale of advance info remains lucrative with staffers anxious that the current probe doesn't upset the honey pot. As essayist Walter Bagehot noted on the mystery of majesty: 'We must not let in daylight upon magic.' TREASURY plumbers are on standby for likely election victor Rachel Reeves's elevation to Chancellor. Current incumbent Jeremy Hunt's black-and-white tiled private bathroom is 'masculine and functional' and has never had a female occupant. The biggest headache has been whether to leave the urinal in place. Mandarins have decided to leave the decision to Reeves, above. 'Tis all cisterns go Rachel!