"Kensington Palace Addresses Kate Middleton's Health Rumors and Absence"

Kensington Palace spokesperson confirms Kate Middleton is "doing well" as she recovers from abdominal surgery, dismissing social media speculation about her health. Kate's last public appearance was on Christmas Day, and she has been recovering at home since being discharged from the hospital in late January. Her husband, Prince William, has returned to public duties and made a public statement thanking supporters for their kind messages. Kate's first public appearance is expected to be around Easter Sunday.