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Britain's Prince George turns 13 and will begin boarding at Eton this September, stepping further into royal life as second in line to the throne; his upbringing has been carefully shielded, with public appearances gradually increasing and interests in football and helicopters shaping his early years.
London’s High Court dismissed Prince Harry’s privacy claims and those of six others against Associated Newspapers Limited, publisher of the Daily Mail, ruling that the information used in the articles from 1993–2011 was not proven to have been unlawfully sourced. The judge said suspicion isn’t enough and the claimants must prove unlawful obtaining. The case included allegations of illegal activity by private investigators, such as voicemail interception and blagging, and was decided as Harry began a week of Invictus Games engagements in the UK.
New Epstein files raise questions about Prince Andrew’s dealings with the disgraced financier, including alleged forwarding of confidential trade information; he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and later released, as past settlements with Virginia Giuffre and ongoing scrutiny of the royal family’s ties to Epstein resurface in global coverage.
Six companies linked to former UK royal Sarah Ferguson, with Ferguson as sole director, are set to be struck off from the UK Companies House register: Philanthrepreneur Limited, Fergie’s Farm Limited, La Luna Investments Limited, Solamoon Limited, Planet Partners Productions Limited and S. Phoenix Events Limited. The closures follow a fresh release of Jeffrey Epstein files that renew scrutiny of Ferguson's ties to Epstein, including a 2009 Miami visit and affectionate messages. Ferguson and her representatives say she severed ties after the allegations, but the documents raise questions. The duchess's charitable foundation Sarah's Trust has also announced closure; Beatrice and Eugenie’s names appear in the files, though CNN notes that being named does not imply wrongdoing.
The article explores Donald Trump's long-standing fascination with the British royal family, from his childhood admiration of Queen Elizabeth II to his multiple visits to the UK, his attempts to associate with royal figures, and his self-styled image of aristocracy, culminating in his upcoming second state visit to Windsor.
Getty Images placed an editor's note on a photo of the late Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, taken by Kate Middleton, indicating digital enhancement. This comes after Middleton's previous manipulated photo controversy. The incident raises questions about the royal family's reputation and trustworthiness, especially amid speculation surrounding Middleton's absence. The use of AI to manipulate images further complicates the issue, leading to increased scrutiny and loss of trust in the royal family as a reliable source.
The UK Royals faced backlash after releasing the first official photo of Kate Middleton since her abdominal surgery, with news agencies withdrawing the image due to manipulation concerns. The photo, featuring the Princess with her three children, sparked controversy as users pointed out discrepancies, including the absence of her engagement ring. Kate's absence from public view had fueled speculation, with the Palace stating she would be unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter, following her surgery unrelated to cancer.
The first official photo of Princess Kate Middleton released by the UK royal family since her abdominal surgery has been removed by news agencies, including AFP, over concerns that the image was manipulated. The photo, taken by Prince William, shows Kate sitting with her three children to mark Mother's Day. Kate has been recovering at home in Windsor since leaving the hospital on January 29. Speculation about her absence from the spotlight arose despite Kensington Palace's statement that she would be unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter, and that her surgery was not related to cancer.
Babbacombe Model Village and Matchbox have released miniature figurines and replicas of the UK royals in honor of King Charles' coronation. The scene created by Babbacombe Model Village features dozens of thumb-sized figurines, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The tiny replica of Meghan appears to be dressed in the outfit she wore when the couple were last seen in public on the Windsor Estate. Meanwhile, Matchbox has replicated the 261-year-old carriage in which the King and Queen Consort will travel after the coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey.