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Prince Harry reportedly hoped Christmas in Britain would offer a chance to rebuild his relationship with King Charles, but new tabloid reports claim Meghan Markle wants to return to California instead.
According to Radar Online and Heatworld, Harry had been hoping to spend the holidays near his father, possibly bringing Archie and Lilibet together with their grandfather for a long-awaited family celebration.

But unnamed sources claim Meghan has no interest in waiting for a royal invitation that might never arrive.

Questions this episode answers: Are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spending Christmas in California? Did...

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor reportedly has a new romantic interest in Norfolk, with royal commentator Tom Sykes claiming a woman approached the former prince and suggested they spend time together.

Speaking on The Royalist podcast, Sykes described an alleged telephone conversation in which the unidentified woman reportedly told Andrew that they were both alone and should consider getting together.

Meanwhile, Prince William is preparing for next month's Earthshot Prize ceremony in Mumbai, and he has one concern about visiting India: spicy food.

Finally, Princess Anne has topped YouGov's latest royal popularity rankings, with 67 percent of respondents...

Charles begins the slow, painful process of rehabilitating Camilla's image. The woman blamed for destroying Diana must somehow become acceptable to the British public. Carefully staged public appearances. Charity work emphasizing her genuine interests. Years of patient PR. Finally, in 2005, Charles and Camilla marry in a modest civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall. The Queen and Philip don't attend the ceremony itself. It's not a celebration—it's damage control. Charles has his love, but at what cost?

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Meghan Markle has broken her silence following serious allegations against her estranged father, Thomas Markle, who is reportedly under investigation in the Philippines over suspected child sexual abuse material.

The Duchess of Sussex says she was informed of disturbing allegations involving her father in 2018 and claims that protecting Archie and Lilibet was the reason she prevented him from having contact with her children.

The allegations were made by Thomas Markle Jr., who claims he discovered suspected illegal images among his father's belongings and reported them to authorities. The Philippine Department of Justice has confirmed an investigation.<...

Prince Harry's latest attempt to discuss reconciliation with King Charles and Prince William has triggered another wave of criticism, with royal commentators accusing the Duke of Sussex of making peace with his family more difficult every time he speaks publicly.

Harry's controversial GQ interview included his declaration that “some people don't want it to work out,” prompting speculation that he was referring to his father or brother.

His spokesperson quickly clarified that the remarks were “absolutely not intended as a swipe at his brother or any other member of his family.”

But the clarification has done...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's return to public life in Britain has sparked a fierce argument over whether the Sussexes are performing charitable work or attempting to establish their own unofficial royal court.

The couple's recent visit to Nottingham looked remarkably similar to the engagements they carried out as working members of the Royal Family, complete with cheering supporters, flowers, photographs and carefully organized appearances.
But Express columnist Alicia Liberty questions why two people who stepped away from royal duties are still conducting what appear to be royal-style walkabouts.

Fellow Express writer Emily Wright goes...

Meghan Markle's rumored return to acting in Netflix's The Gentlemen appears to be over, with conflicting reports about whether the Duchess of Sussex was ever seriously considered for the Guy Ritchie drama.

People magazine reports that Meghan is no longer in discussions about joining the show's third season. But sources disagree about what happened behind the scenes.

A friend quoted by The Telegraph claims Netflix may have used speculation about Meghan's involvement to generate publicity for the series, while Page Six previously reported that Meghan had a conversation with a casting director but never received an...

Princess Catherine narrowly avoided a royal wardrobe mishap during a glittering state banquet at Windsor Castle, after eagle-eyed viewers noticed that part of her flowing yellow gown appeared to be trapped beneath a chair leg.

King Charles and Camilla hosted approximately 160 guests to celebrate Britain's relationship with Oman, with a menu featuring Scottish seafood, Windsor pheasant and baked Alaska.
During his speech, Charles paid a special tribute to the next generation of royal leadership, highlighting Prince William's partnership with the Sultan's son, Sayyid Theyazin, through the Jewel of Arabia Expedition.

But the Royal Family's most...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return to royal-style public engagements has reportedly triggered fresh anger behind palace walls, with one source claiming Prince William is so furious that he would throw the Sussexes out of Britain if he could.

The latest controversy began when a friend of Harry and Meghan told Hello! magazine that the couple never agreed to abandon their original half-in, half-out royal arrangement. Instead, the friend claimed the late Queen Elizabeth imposed that decision on them.

The comments prompted an angry response from figures described as close to the Royal Family. One fr...

Prince Harry has delivered another revealing interview about his fractured relationship with the Royal Family,declaring that he wants reconciliation with King Charles and Prince William but suggesting that others may be standingin the way.“Some people don't want it to work out. I want it to work out.”T

he comments came during a 47-minute GQ interview released on the same morning King Charles, Queen Camilla,Prince William and Princess Catherine welcomed the Sultan of Oman to Windsor for a historic state visit.Harry did not identify the people he believes may be obstructing reconciliation, but he desc...

Princess Catherine could be joining Prince William in India next month for the Earthshot Prize, setting the stage for a major international appearance as the Prince and Princess of Wales increase their public engagements together.

Vanity Fair reports that sources close to the couple expect Catherine to accompany William to Mumbai, although Kensington Palace has not officially confirmed her attendance.
Royal biographer Russell Myers says William and Kate have missed supporting each other publicly during a difficult period marked by family health concerns. Their return to joint appearances could signal a new chapter for the future king...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made their first joint public appearance since returning to Britain, receiving flowers, hugs and an enthusiastic welcome in Nottingham.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex returned to the city where they made their first official appearance as an engaged couple in 2017. Nearly nine years later, supporters gathered outside the Community Recording Studio to greet them, with Meghan telling one well-wisher, “It’s great to be back.”
The couple spent the day visiting organizations supporting young people, including the Community Recording Studio, Epic Partners and Himmah Hub. Harry reconnected with people he has suppor...

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor may be preparing for another confrontation with the Royal Family following his recent legal victory over police search warrants.

The Daily Mail reports that some of Andrew's friends are encouraging him to challenge the loss of his royal titles and seek a greater role in family life.

An unnamed source claims Andrew believes he has been unfairly treated and is tired of being made a scapegoat. While he reportedly accepts that his days as a working royal are over, he wants to stop being treated as an outcast.

The report also...

THE WEEK THE LAW AND THE CROWD DISAGREED: ANDREW WINS A WARRANT, HARRY HEARS THE BOOS, AND THE MONARCHY GOES BACK TO ABERFAN

A High Court judge quashed the warrants police used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s homes after Thames Valley Police conceded they were obtained under the wrong provision — and in the same breath made clear it ends nothing: the investigation continues and police are applying to keep what they seized. Days earlier, at Welford Road, Harry’s face went up on the big screen at the Leicester–Gloucester match and a section of the crowd bo...

Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, has delivered a surprising verdict on the 2021 film Spencer, praising Kristen Stewart's portrayal of his sister while dismissing the movie itself.
Speaking with journalist Tina Brown, Charles Spencer says Stewart captured Diana's spirit despite looking little like her. He describes her performance as extraordinary but calls the film “terrible.”
Spencer also reveals that he has never watched Netflix's The Crown, despite the show's prominent portrayal of Diana.

Meanwhile, Hollywood legend Michael Douglas has shared intimate memories of his friendship with Princess Diana.

In his memoir, One Helluva Ride, Douglas reca...

Prince William and Princess Catherine are reportedly taking a different approach to royal life, choosing to enjoy their public engagements while refusing to get drawn into the controversies surrounding Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.

According to the Mirror’s royal editor Russell Myers, William and Kate are letting their work speak for itself rather than responding to the latest family disputes. The couple appear determined to have some fun along the way, presenting a more relaxed public image as they prepare for their future roles.

Royal author Ingrid Seward suggests Catherine could also pl...

Diana dies in a Paris tunnel, fleeing paparazzi with her new boyfriend Dodi Fayed. Charles flies to Paris to bring her body home. He must tell William and Harry their mother is dead. The nation's grief is overwhelming, the anger at the royal family palpable. Charles walks behind Diana's coffin with his traumatized sons. His guilt about the failed marriage will haunt him forever. The ghost of Diana will shape everything that follows.

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One of Hollywood's most powerful executives has confirmed that he personally stepped away from managing Meghan Markle's career.

Ari Emanuel, the former head of William Morris Endeavor, told Megyn Kelly that he decided to stop personally representing the Duchess of Sussex because he had too many other professional commitments.

Emanuel insists the decision was not a reflection of Meghan's prospects, saying other agents at WME continue to represent her and that she is being booked for television and reality projects. However, he declined to identify any upcoming productions.

Meanwhile, Meghan's appearances at Soho Farmhouse...

Queen Camilla has revealed a surprising secret from her teenage years: she used to hide a copy of the once-controversial novel Lady Chatterley’s Lover beneath her pillow and read it by flashlight.
Speaking in the BBC documentary The Book That Changed My Life, Camilla recalls the irresistible appeal of forbidden books and shares a glimpse into her private life with King Charles. The couple enjoy reading together before dinner, although Charles sometimes disrupts the peace by roaring with laughter at P. G. Wodehouse novels.

Meanwhile, a Telegraph columnist has suggested naming an airport after Camilla in re...

Prince Harry is reportedly determined to secure another meeting with King Charles, but Meghan Markle may have a very different idea about how the couple should handle their royal relationships.
According to the National Examiner, an unnamed source claims Harry is frustrated by his father's apparent reluctance to arrange another meeting and is prepared to keep calling until he gets an opportunity to explain himself.

The report suggests Harry fears Earl Spencer's recent book about Princess Diana may have damaged his relationship with Charles. Harry reportedly insists he knew nothing about the book before its publication and...

Meghan Markle is reportedly struggling with her return to Britain, with an unnamed source telling New Idea that the Duchess of Sussex is already “desperately homesick” and counting down the days until her next trip to America.

The source claims Meghan misses her mother, her California lifestyle and even her old bed, while Prince Harry is urging her to be patient as the family adjusts to life in Britain.

Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan are returning to Nottingham for their first joint day of public engagements since moving back to the United Kingdom. The visit takes them to t...

Were Prince Harry and Meghan Markle miserable in California before returning to Britain?

Former People editor Dan Wakeford says the Sussexes were “wildly unhappy” with how their lives in America had developed. Speaking on the Daily Beast’s Royalist podcast, Wakeford suggests Harry is happier back in Britain but questions whether Meghan shares that enthusiasm.
He argues that the couple have fundamentally different ambitions, with Harry drawn toward Britain and charitable work while Meghan remains interested in California and building a Hollywood-style lifestyle business. Wakeford says sources still describe the couple as very much in love, but questi...

Is Harry and Meghan’s return to Britain putting new pressure on their marriage?

Radar Online claims the couple are increasingly living separate professional lives, with Harry pursuing opportunities and attempting to repair relationships with his family while Meghan concentrates on her business and their children. An unnamed source alleges that their conversations are becoming dominated by schedules, business decisions and practical responsibilities, leaving little time for them to reconnect.

Another tabloid claims their recent Cotswolds pub outing was intended to silence speculation about their relationship but has failed to convince critics. These are unverified accounts fr...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly have no plans to spend Christmas with King Charles and the Royal Family at Sandringham. Instead, the Sussexes intend to celebrate Christmas and Thanksgiving with Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, with California a likely destination.

According to The Sunday Times, Harry and Meghan believe a royal Christmas gathering would be too awkward and are not expecting an invitation. The decision comes during their first holiday season since returning to Britain and settling Archie and Lilibet into school.

Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan are preparing for their first joint series of charitable engagements...

Prince Harry's return to Britain has produced another uncomfortable headline after boos were heard when he appeared on the big screen during a Leicester rugby match. Harry was watching Leicester take on Gloucester with a beer in hand, but Meghan Markle was nowhere to be seen.
Some spectators booed when Harry appeared on the stadium screen, although there is disagreement over whether the reaction was directed at the prince or the referee. Royal commentator Tom Sykes argues that public rejection would be particularly damaging for Harry, while gossip columnist Rob Shuter claims the Duke of Sussex was devastated when...

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has scored a significant legal victory after the High Court quashed the search warrants used by police investigating allegations connected to Jeffrey Epstein.

Thames Valley Police conceded that the warrants had been obtained under the wrong legal provision. However, the judge emphasized that the decision does not end the criminal investigation or establish that the entire investigation was unlawful. Andrew continues to deny wrongdoing and remains under investigation without charge.

Separately, Andrew has reportedly received approximately $400,000 in compensation for surrendering his lease at Royal Lodge. That payment concerns his former Windsor residence and...

Prince Harry is opening up about some of the darkest periods of his life, including depression, panic attacks and the complicated grief he experienced following Princess Diana’s death.
In a new MasterClass conversation, Harry reveals that he tries never to spend more than ten days away from Meghan Markle and their children, Archie and Lilibet. He also describes experiencing a dramatic emotional crash after moving to Canada, when the stress and adrenaline that had driven him for years suddenly disappeared. Harry says he slipped into depression for approximately two weeks and struggled to function.

Harry also di...

SELLING A LIFE SHE DOESN'T LIVE: MEGHAN'S MONTECITO CHRISTMAS, ANDREW'S WARRANTS QUASHED, AND HARRY'S CALLS THAT AREN'T PUT THROUGH

Meghan's As Ever holiday range launched this week with a $148 advent calendar, its keepsake box a drawing of the Montecito house she is currently an ocean away from — a California Christmas marketed from a rented Cotswolds cottage she is reportedly homesick to leave. Mark Francis on the gap between the brand and the life. Plus: a High Court judge finds the warrants used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's homes were unlawful, while the misconduct investigation continues; reports that Ha...

Could Meghan Markle become the voice of Princess Diana’s story? Radar Online claims Prince Harry wants Meghan to take a central role in a possible film marking thirty years since his mother’s death, with an unnamed production source claiming Meghan could provide the voice guiding viewers through Diana’s story. Other unnamed sources predict Prince William would see the project as crossing a serious line.
But William may have a Diana tribute available to him that Harry cannot match. Another report claims the Prince of Wales could consider posthumously restoring Diana’s HRH style after he becomes king. On...

Meghan Markle’s As Ever holiday collection has arrived with some eye-catching prices. The Pantry Basket costs $259, the Parlour Basket is $242 and the Hostess Basket comes in at $211. Meghan celebrated the launch with a personal Instagram montage tracing her entrepreneurial streak from selling homemade scrunchies and Girl Scout cookies as a child to building As Ever, with appearances from Harry and Lilibet along the way.

Not everyone was impressed. Critics attacked the post as self-congratulatory, while royal commentator Tom Sykes questioned the continued use of Montecito and family imagery following the Sussexes’ reported return to Britain. Sykes argues Megh...

After years of public warfare, Charles and Diana's divorce is finalized. Diana is stripped of her "Her Royal Highness" title—a humiliation that wounds her deeply. She receives a £17 million settlement but loses her formal place in the royal family. Charles feels relief mixed with guilt. Diana is free but also vulnerable, no longer protected by the institution. The worst is yet to come.

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Is Meghan Markle already homesick for California? A report claims Meghan wants regular trips back to the United States during the Sussex family’s extended stay in Britain and hopes to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas in California. Harry, however, reportedly wants the family to remain in Britain until at least the spring, potentially creating some difficult decisions over where Archie and Lilibet will spend the holidays. The couple are also reportedly keeping their Montecito estate rather than selling or renting it.

At the same time, another report claims Prince Harry’s calls to King Charles are not being put...

Who is the most powerful person in the Royal Family right now? Royal Insider Deep Crown has released its October power rankings, putting Meghan Markle at number one, Prince Harry second and Charles Spencer third. Prince William comes in fourth, Princess Diana’s enduring influence earns her fifth place, while King Charles lands in sixth. Catherine, Princess of Wales, is eighth. The rankings measure influence rather than royal status, with Meghan taking the top spot because of her perceived influence over Harry and the Sussexes’ future.

Meanwhile, King Charles is preparing for a Caribbean tour beginning in the Baha...

Could Harry and Meghan finally apologize for their explosive Oprah Winfrey interview? The Express, citing an unnamed source, claims the Sussexes now regret taking their grievances with the Royal Family public and want a private meeting where Meghan could apologize for comments made during the 2021 interview, including her account of conversations about Archie’s skin color.
Another report claims Harry and Meghan have secured a meeting with King Charles before Christmas. Sources quoted by Rob Shuter say the couple have been placed in the King’s diary, but Harry’s attempts to reach William have reportedly gone unanswered. According to one...

It’s Meghan Markle versus Buckingham Palace in the Christmas advent calendar wars. The Royal Collection Trust is selling a chocolate calendar for twelve pounds, while Meghan’s sold-out As Ever calendar was priced at $148. Meghan’s version features her Montecito home, hand-painted gold details and specialty chocolates, while the Palace version offers twenty-four chocolates behind scenes of Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and Holyroodhouse.
A promotional photograph for Meghan’s calendar also sparked a bizarre online debate over whether she appeared to have six fingers. The explanation is considerably less exciting: HELLO! reports it was an optical illusion caused by overl...

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s court battle over police searches is escalating, and King Charles reportedly wants no part in paying for it. The Telegraph reports that Charles has made clear that the private allowance he provides his brother must not be used to fund Andrew’s challenge to search warrants covering his Norfolk residence and former home at Royal Lodge. Legal experts suggest the case could cost hundreds of thousands. 

Thames Valley Police is asking the High Court to restrict access to some documents because of its continuing criminal investigation. Andrew is seeking to overturn the warrants and is chall...

Kylie Kelce has apologized to Catherine, Princess of Wales, after learning that calling her “Princess Kate” was not the correct form of address. Kylie had previously invited Catherine onto her Not Gonna Lie podcast to talk field hockey, children and family life. She now says she wants to address the Princess respectfully, although there is no indication Catherine herself complained or requested an apology.

Catherine has also revealed a few decidedly normal problems behind royal life: she regularly forgets her handbag, is apparently notorious for losing her phone and enjoys washing the dishes at home while Prince William drie...

Meghan Markle is bringing Montecito to Christmas with a $148 As Ever advent calendar created with Los Angeles chocolatier Compartés. The limited-edition calendar contains twenty-four chocolates inspired by the Sussex family’s California garden, while Meghan teased more holiday products with a new kitchen photograph featuring roughly $66,000 worth of jewelry. Naturally, social media found plenty to discuss, including whether the stove in the promotional photograph was actually turned on.

Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan have been photographed holding hands on their way to a Cotswolds pub lunch, their first photographs out together since the family returned to Britain. The cou...

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is taking his fight over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation to the High Court, asking judges to determine whether police had lawful warrants to search his homes. His lawyers have been given permission to challenge warrants covering his Sandringham residence and former home at Royal Lodge, with a private hearing expected to consider whether documents connected to the case should be released. Police say their investigation continues.
Meanwhile, one tabloid claims Andrew is privately enjoying the criticism King Charles is receiving following publication of Charles Spencer’s Princess Diana memoir. Another report alleges Queen Camilla has been spending ti...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly want peace talks with Prince William and Catherine, but the latest claims suggest William has little interest in a reunion. Heat reports that the Sussexes believe the controversy surrounding Charles Spencer’s Princess Diana memoir creates an opportunity for a “productive and healing conversation,” while a separate Closer Weekly source claims William doubts Harry and Meghan will even remain in Britain for another six months.
Meanwhile, brand expert Nick Ede says Meghan’s path to rebuilding her profile in Britain depends on establishing an identity separate from Catherine rather than competing for the same gla...