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world7 months ago

King Charles's Canadian Visit Amid Tensions with Trump and Royal Celebrations

King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Canada for a two-day visit aimed at bolstering the country's sovereignty amid tensions with the US, including threats from Trump to annex Canada. The visit includes a historic speech from the throne and meetings with Canadian leaders, emphasizing Canada's constitutional monarchy and strong ties with the UK.

royal-visit1 year ago

Prince William's Heartfelt South Africa Tour: Conservation, Family, and Community

Prince William visited Cape Town as part of a climate-focused tour, joining Robert Irwin for a walk on Signal Hill to discuss biodiversity with local conservationists. The visit is part of his Earthshot Prize initiative, which awards eco-friendly projects. William also met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and participated in rugby training, highlighting sport's community impact. The tour will conclude with a speech on wildlife conservation at a United for Wildlife summit.

royal-visit1 year ago

King Charles and Queen Camilla Announce Australia and Samoa Tour

King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit Australia and Samoa in October, marking the King's first overseas tour since his cancer diagnosis. They will attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa and carry out engagements in the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales. The visit to New Zealand has been excluded on medical advice. This will be the King's first visit to Australia as Monarch.

international-news1 year ago

Nigeria's First Lady Defends Meghan Markle Against False Criticisms

Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has denied criticizing Meghan Markle's fashion choices during her visit to Nigeria, clarifying that her comments were misinterpreted. The First Lady's office issued a statement supporting Meghan, emphasizing that her remarks were about appreciating Nigerian culture. Meghan and Prince Harry's visit to Nigeria, which included events related to the Invictus Games, was generally well-received despite some controversies.

royal-visit1 year ago

"Royal Surprise: Harry and Meghan's Heartwarming Visit to Uvalde Shooting Victim's Family"

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Uvalde to support families at a KABOOM! event, which was part of the community's recovery efforts following a 2022 mass shooting. The event was a collaboration between KABOOM!, The City of Uvalde, and the Archewell Foundation to create a park near the school. The royal couple met with families, including the Salazars, who lost their daughter Layla in the tragedy, and learned about her love for track and TikTok.

royalty1 year ago

"Princess Anne Visits Northampton to Meet Knife Crime Victims While King Charles Takes a Break"

Princess Anne visited Northamptonshire and met with the Off the Streets knife crime community group, where she was shown a knife amnesty bin and a bleed control kit. She praised the availability of bleed kits and unveiled a plaque to commemorate her visit. The organization has placed 203 bleed kits across Northamptonshire, with four being used to save lives. Anne also presented certificates to supporters and listened to local schoolchildren's pieces on knife crime. The visit comes amid health issues in the royal family, with King Charles undergoing treatment for cancer and the Princess of Wales recovering from surgery.

royal-visit1 year ago

"Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Embrace Invictus Games Spirit in Canada"

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made their first public appearance as a couple since King Charles's cancer diagnosis in Whistler, Canada, to promote the 2025 winter Invictus Games. The couple engaged with athletes and participated in training sessions for the upcoming games, despite ongoing controversies surrounding their Sussex.com website and Harry's brief visit to London. Critics have raised concerns about the couple's use of their royal titles and the potential monetization of their connections to the royal family.

royal-visit1 year ago

"Camilla Expresses Love for Strictly Come Dancing, Admits to Skipping Love Island"

Queen Camilla visited a community centre in Cambridge, where she chatted with former Love Island contestant Tasha Ghouri and Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe. She expressed her love for Strictly Come Dancing and her children's interest in Love Island, and even considered taking up tap dancing in her "dotage." As President of the Royal Voluntary Service, she toured the facilities and observed a dance class, highlighting the charity's work in supporting community health and wellbeing. Additionally, she celebrated the 850th anniversary of the St John's Foundation in Bath, interacting with excited schoolchildren and attending a service at Bath Abbey.

royal-visit2 years ago

"Prince Edward's Encounter with 192-Year-Old Tortoise Sparks Controversy Over Men's Impact"

Prince Edward meets the world's oldest land animal, a 192-year-old tortoise named Jonathan, during his visit to South Africa and expresses his concerns about the state of the world, attributing it to men not doing a good job. His comments were made during a meeting with female scientists, reflecting his wife Sophie's advocacy for gender equality. Edward's visit also included a trip to St Helena, where he met Jonathan, who is believed to be the world's oldest living land animal.

royal-visit2 years ago

Prince Harry's Legal Battles: From Libel Case to Phone Hacking Victimization

King Charles visited the Royal Courts of Justice in central London to recognize the work of the judiciary and its commitment to the rule of law. He was shown around by Baroness Carr and met with the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales. The visit included viewing an exhibition celebrating pioneering women judges and surprising students participating in a mock trial organized by the Young Citizens charity. The King also attended a reception with voluntary magistrates supporting the justice system.

royal-news2 years ago

"Kate Middleton's Unexpected Response to a Child's Question About Her Identity"

During a royal visit to Burghead Primary School in Scotland, a child asked Kate Middleton who she was, to which she replied, "I'm married to William." The Duchess of Cambridge, who is known as the Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland, is often seen supporting her husband and letting him take the spotlight, similar to Prince Philip's support for the Queen. Kate and William are described as a formidable team, with each allowing the other to shine when necessary.