Royal tour of Canada will cause 'trepidation' says expert Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info In March, Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge embarked on an eight-day trip to the Caribbean, stopping off in Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas. While the tour was initially dubbed a royal 'charm offensive' to encourage nations to keep the Queen as head of state, Kate and William encountered protests centred on the monarchy's association with slavery and demands for reparations. The tour was also deemed by many to be outdated and faced accusations of harking back to colonial times. Related articles 'USA has enough problems' without Sussexes's 'rift' with royals Queen … [Read more...] about Kate and William’s controversial Jubilee trip was most expensive royal tour of year – cost
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Queen ‘feeling the pinch’ as she’s forced to fork out £14.6m to meet funding shortfall
Queen 'feeling the pinch' over palace refurbishment says Nicholl Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Sovereign Grant has recently sparked controversy due to concerns over the monarchy's spending, in particular during the current living crisis. It has been reported that the Queen is, however, personally meeting the funding shortfall, This revelation had led Vanity Fair's royal editor Katie Nicholl to claim that the Queen is the main one "feeling the pinch" after having to foot the bill of £14.6million to meet the funding needs. Related articles Royal Family: Sussex’s Netflix series ‘smells of desperation’ Meghan 'dreamed of being a princess like Kate' before Harry meeting … [Read more...] about Queen ‘feeling the pinch’ as she’s forced to fork out £14.6m to meet funding shortfall
Three cheers for the Queen!: beaming brightly she greets members of the armed forces
The Queen beams at loyalty parade (Image: GettyImages) Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The parade centred on the presentation of the key for Edinburgh Castle as part of the royal visit tradition and meeting with members of the services. The 96-year-old arrived in the gardens looking happy and wearing a heather-coloured silk wool dress and coat with a matching hat, all by Angela Kelly. Related articles Royal Family: Meghan and Harry’s plot blown open Prince George found out he would be king after William's plot She was welcomed with the royal salute followed by a meet and greet with three senior representatives from the services. They were joined by three cadets, representing each … [Read more...] about Three cheers for the Queen!: beaming brightly she greets members of the armed forces
Queen health fears as monarch absent from royal event close to her heart
Queen arrives in Edinburgh for week in Scotland Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Prince Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Edward and Sophie hosted the event in the grounds of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. The Queen, 96, who is suffering from ongoing mobility issues, did not make an appearance at the garden party. Related articles Archie had 'very special' reunion with Prince Charles 'The next Queen' Cool Princess Anne sparks fan frenzy as royal spotted It comes as the royals have travelled to Scotland en masse for Holyrood week. Yesterday's garden party was held to recognise the positive contributions of communities across Scotland. The Prince of Wales, the Princess … [Read more...] about Queen health fears as monarch absent from royal event close to her heart
Sophie saved by Queen after scandals in early royal life – including slating Tony Blair
Royals: Sophie Wessex plants a rose for Prince Philip Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info On Wednesday, Sophie, Countess of Wessex hosted a garden party at Holyroodhouse as part of a traditional week of events in Scotland. Accompanied by her husband Prince Edward , Prince Charles and Princess Anne , the Countess welcomed Scots, who have made positive contributions to their communities, to the grounds of the Edinburgh royal residence. Sophie and Edward have taken on more prominent roles within the Royal Family in recent years, particularly following the stepping down of Prince Andrew , shock exit of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and death of Prince Philip . Related articles … [Read more...] about Sophie saved by Queen after scandals in early royal life – including slating Tony Blair
The Queen and Canada: A love story that’s still going strong after all these years
January 28, 2022 - 18:03 GMT Her Majesty marks her 70th anniversary on the throne on February 6 This piece originally appeared in Issue 803/804 of HELLO! Canada For most Canadians, the Queen is the only monarch we’ve ever known. We've looked up to her with admiration and affection and warmly embraced her on every one of her 23 tours of our country. It’s a love that's strongly reciprocated: she's visited our fair nation more than any other country outside the U.K., and while she may never again grace us with her presence in person, the memories of her past visits will stay with us forever. A fellow Canadian " She doesn ' t come across as being a visitor from a foreign country; she's one of us," says Robert Finch , dominion chairman of the Monarchist League of Canada. "In the speeches she's made on Canadian soil, she is speaking as Queen of Canada, a fellow Canadian" – as evidenced in 2010, when, upon arrival in … [Read more...] about The Queen and Canada: A love story that’s still going strong after all these years
Mike Tindall quizzed over viral picture of him and Prince Louis – his answer will surprise you
July 01, 2022 - 10:40 BST Zara Tindall's husband Mike has defended Princes Louis after he was asked what he was telling the youngster during the Jubilee Pageant Mike Tindall has opened up further about his experience at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee – in particular, his interaction with Prince Louis during the Jubilee Pageant. MORE: Zara and Mike Tindall's family summer plans revealed Back in June, Zara Tindall 's husband was pictured giving the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's youngest son a cheeky 'warning', gesturing to him that he was keeping an eye on him. Loading the player... WATCH: Mike Tindall opens up about viral photo of him and Prince Louis The photo soon went viral and on this week's episode of Mike's popular podcast, The Good, The Bad and the Rugby , the father-of-three was quizzed about what he was exactly doing. REVEALED: Why Zara Tindall and husband Mike never use the Royal Box … [Read more...] about Mike Tindall quizzed over viral picture of him and Prince Louis – his answer will surprise you
ISHCMC featured as leading school in Queen Elizabeth’s platinum album
"Her Majesty The Queen: The Official Platinum Jubilee Pageant Commemorative Album," which was launched on June 5 by publisher St James’s House and written by royal authors, celebrates the life and 70-year reign of Her Majesty, and explores developments in the U.K. and around the world over the past seven decades. It showcases a range of aligned organizations, all selected for their transformational contribution across the spheres of culture, society, technology, and business. ISHCMC featured as leading school in Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Pageant Commemorative Album. Photo by ISHCMC Speaking on the school being included in the album, Kim Green, Head of the International School Ho Chi Minh City, said: "We are all immensely proud that ISHCMC is part of such a historic celebration. The book highlights a wide range of internationally acclaimed institutions in various fields, and to be acknowledged on such a platform for our efforts in education is a wonderful … [Read more...] about ISHCMC featured as leading school in Queen Elizabeth’s platinum album
Royal Family LIVE: Meghan and Harry ‘snubbed’ Queen’s key royal event for rushed exit
Meghan and Harry can't make money from Jubilee appearance Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined other royals to watch the military display on Horse Guards Parade during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. But Meghan and Harry were in such a rush to leave they missed the special RAF flypast, the Telegraph reports. Related articles Royal Family: Meghan Markle's political dream gets major BOOST Royal aides 'falling over themselves' to avoid upsetting Sussexes The Red Arrows put on a patriotic show with over 70 aircraft filling the skies over Buckingham Palace with red, white and blue plumes. Although the Queen banned the couple from the … [Read more...] about Royal Family LIVE: Meghan and Harry ‘snubbed’ Queen’s key royal event for rushed exit
Meghan and Harry should not be invited to Balmoral – ‘Queen should use head not heart’
Harry and Meghan's popularity 'waning' in America says expert Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly hoping to strengthen their relationship with the Royal Family by being invited to visit the Queen this summer during her stay at the royal Scottish estate of Balmoral. Royal commentator Neil Sean said in a recent upload on his YouTube channel that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were “hoping for a holiday invite”. Related articles Royal Family: Sussex’s Netflix series ‘smells of desperation’ Meghan 'dreamed of being a princess like Kate' before Harry meeting He said: “There could be good news on the horizon apparently … [Read more...] about Meghan and Harry should not be invited to Balmoral – ‘Queen should use head not heart’