King Charles is to temporarily “pause” his cancer treatment while taking part in a high-profile overseas visit after getting the go-ahead from doctors, according to reports.
The monarch, 75, who will make the nine-day visit with Queen Camilla, was first diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer earlier this year after a routine procedure to treat an enlarged prostate.
It is understood that the monarch will continue his treatment upon his return from Australia and Samoa, following 11 days of travelling. His doctor will accompany him on what is the most significant overseas tour he has made since the diagnosis.
Planned engagements for the trip include a visit to the Australian War Memorial and a fleet review of the Royal Australian Navy at Sydney Harbour.
Meanwhile, the Duchess of Sussex, 43, has debuted a new look during a surprise appearance at a children’s hospital in Los Angeles over the weekend.
Meghan, 43, stepped out at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles 2024 Gala on Saturday (3 October) in a red dress she previously wore to the New York Salute to Freedom Gala in 2021.
She paired the dress with a never-before-seen beach waves hairstyle – typically achieved by letting hair dry into its natural curls.
The Independent has reached out to Buckingham Palace for comment.
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Royal family gives rare insight into Buckingham Palace restoration
08:25 , Emma Guinness
The royal family have given a rare insight into the ongoing restoration work being carried out at Buckingham Palace.
Sharing a video to Twitter/X, the official royal family account explained: “The Reservicing Programme has been continuing work in the Basement of Buckingham Palace, replacing old electrical cabling under the floors and throughout the historic building.”
In response to the footage, one watcher praised the work being done to modernise the iconic building.
They wrote: “Preserving Buckingham Palace’s history while modernizing its infrastructure is essential. It’s great to see such important work being done to maintain this iconic landmark!”
Duchy of Cornwall town subject to serious complaints – ‘There are rats everywhere’
07:00 , Athena Stavrou
A town built to King Charles’s specifications of an idealised community is suffering from a serious waste collection problem.
Residents of Poundbury, Dorset, which is built on Duchy of Cornwall land, have now spoken out in a bid to solve the problem, appealing to the king directly.
One local told The Telegraph: “There are rats everywhere and the smell is awful. No one seems to be bothered.”
A second said that the king “would be horrified” and compared the development, which is due to be completed in 2026, to a “third-world country.”
Explaining the root of the problem, a third added: “The number of bins is not sufficient, there needs to be a second refuse and recycling point. It’s carnage around Christmas with rubbish everywhere.”
Watch: Inside Buckingham Palace’s refurbishment
06:00 , Athena Stavrou
The palace has revealed the latest work that has been done in Buckingham Palace’s extensive reservicing programme.
The refurbishment is expected to cost £369m and began five years ago.
In a clip shared to social media, the palace offered a glimpse into the replacement of 3.5km of electric cabling, which had previously not been updated since the 1950s.
It wrote on X: “The Reservicing Programme has been continuing work in the Basement of Buckingham Palace, replacing old electrical cabling under the floors and throughout the historic building.”
The Reservicing Programme has been continuing work in the Basement of Buckingham Palace, replacing old electrical cabling under the floors and throughout the historic building.
Watch more! 👇 pic.twitter.com/Z1jCM3WaBt
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) October 8, 2024
James Middleton says Princess of Wales was an ‘exemplary’ student
05:00 , Athena Stavrou
James Middleton has said that his older sister the Princess of Wales was an “exemplary” student in his new memoir, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life.
The memoir, which recounts the 37-year-old’s struggles with his mental health, touches upon his radically different school experience.
He wrote: “Naturally, Catherine and Pippa, being exemplary students, managed to get through their entire school lives without a single demerit, but I amassed a handful of them every term.
“So while the female Middletons would be applauded for being helpful to teachers – opening doors and carrying books for them – I’d undo all their kind deeds by scampering along the corridor instead of walking because I was late for a lesson.”
The King is to pause his cancer treatment during his high-profile tour to Australia next week.
04:00 , Athena Stavrou
Royal doctors gave Charles, 75, permission to briefly halt the weekly cycle in order to fly around the world for his key visit Down Under, followed by a state visit to Samoa in the South Pacific.
The monarch, who was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of the disease in February, will receive treatment up until his departure, and resume the outpatient appointments when he returns to the UK, the Daily Mail reported.
He will be away for 11 days, with the tour covering nine days with two days of travel either side, and his entourage will include, as is usual for Charles’s official overseas visits, his doctor.
The long-haul trip with the Queen is a major milestone for the King.
It will be his most significant overseas tour since his cancer diagnosis and his first to Australia as the nation’s head of state, looking set to prompt debate about the future of the monarchy in the country and whether it should become a republic.
King Charles favours millennial lunch staple
02:00 , Athena Stavrou
King Charles is reported to have finally started eating lunch and his meal of choice is a millennial staple – the humble avocado.
The monarch, 75, has reportedly acted upon the advice of his wife, Queen Camilla, and doctors, who have urged him to stop skipping lunch as he continues to battle an undisclosed form of cancer.
A source told the MailOnline: “With some reluctance, he now has something to eat at lunchtime – a snack, really. He now eats half an avocado to sustain him through the day. It’s important, particularly if you have got an illness.”
Idris Elba’s foundation joins with Prince’s Trust to support young creatives
01:00 , Athena Stavrou
Hollywood star Idris Elba’s foundation has joined forces with The Prince’s Trust to support young people who want to get into creative careers.
The new project, titled Creative Futures – which launched in Manchester on Wednesday, will provide free courses over the year which help build the skills and confidence needed to find a job, train or start a business in the creative industries.
Luther star Elba was supported by The Prince’s Trust as a teenager and has continued to work closely with the charity during his career.
The 52-year-old, who founded The Elba Hope Foundation with his wife Sabrina, said: “Many of us working in the arts today, myself included, only made it because of programmes like this when we were young.
“Today’s youth deserve at least the same chance, and more. ‘Creative Futures’ exists to give the same hope, support and success I’ve found to the next generation.”
Meghan Markle urged to feature in Suits podcast by co-star
Wednesday 9 October 2024 00:01 , Athena Stavrou
Meghan Markle’s former Suits co-stars have extended an invitation to their former colleague, to appear on their new podcast in which they rewatch the show.
Before the 43-year-old married Prince Harry and became the Duchess of Sussex, she was known for her role as paralegal Rachel Zane on the legal drama.
Last year the popular series made its debut on Netflix, and gained a new onslaught of fans along with a record 26.5 billion minutes watched in just eight weeks.
Markle starred on the show for seven seasons, before her exit shortly after her engagement announcement. Her final episode saw her character finally tie the knot with Mike Ross, played by Patrick J Adams.
My colleague Maira Butt has the full story:
Meghan Markle urged to feature in Suits podcast by co-star
Melania Trump reveals she’s pen pals with King Charles
Tuesday 8 October 2024 23:00 , Athena Stavrou
Melania Trump has revealed in her new memoir that she is pen pals with King Charles.
The former first lady, 54, claims that the pair, who first met in New York in 2005, bonded on a 2019 state visit over their shared passion for environmental protection.
She described the meeting as an “absolute pleasure” and said the pair now have an “ongoing correspondence”.
“This time we engaged in an interesting conversation about his deep-rooted commitment to environmental conservation,” Ms Trump explained.
Melania: A Memoir is being released later this month.
King Charles ‘shrieked’ when he first saw cling film
Tuesday 8 October 2024 22:00 , Athena Stavrou
King Charles was reportedly unfamiliar with the common kitchen staple that is cling film and is said to have “shrieked” when he first came across it.
Thankfully, the queen consort, Camilla, was nearby to inform him that it was nothing to be afraid of.
Writing in his biography of the late Prince Philip, Rebel Prince, royal author Tom Bower claimed that the late Duke of Edinburgh frequently grew frustrated at how disconnected his son was from the real world.
He wrote: “He walked into the dining room and shrieked. Fearing the worst, Camilla dashed in after him. ‘What’s this?’ asked her husband, pointing at the food.
“‘It’s cling film, darling,’ she replied.”
King to miss Cop29 climate summit in Azerbaijan
Tuesday 8 October 2024 21:25 , Athena Stavrou
The King will not attend the Cop29 climate summit being hosted by Azerbaijan next month, it is understood.
Charles has long campaigned on environmental issues but will be absent from the United Nations gathering being held in the oil-rich state from November 11 to 22.
The head of state has been receiving treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer since early in the year and the global climate change conference will begin just over two weeks after the King and Queen Camilla’s long-haul trip to Australia and Samoa ends.
Charles missed Cop27 in 2022, the first climate change summit of his reign, after a “unanimous agreement” was reached that the King should not attend the gathering in Egypt after advice was sought by his office from Liz Truss’s government.
But the following year the head of state delivered an address on the opening day of Cop28 in Dubai, warning delegates that the world remains “dreadfully far off track” in key climate targets and called for meaningful change.
Meghan Markle debuts new look at children’s hospital gala – ICYMI
Tuesday 8 October 2024 21:00 , Athena Stavrou
The Duchess of Sussex made a surprise solo appearance at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles 2024 Gala on Saturday (3 October).
Meghan, 43, wore a red dress on the solo visit and is said to have spoken to everyone who stopped her at the high-profile event attended by other big names, including Jamie Lee Curtis.
Praising the work of the hospital, she said: “Oh my goodness, the work they do at Children’s Hospital LA is otherworldly.
“I think from my standpoint as a mother, no one wants to be in a position where you need to go to a place like this, but if you have to, the best place in the world you could go would be Children’s Hospital LA.”
She also revealed that the hospital was assisting some of her close friends from high school.
Watch: Inside Buckingham Palace’s refurbishment
Tuesday 8 October 2024 20:00 , Athena Stavrou
The palace has revealed the latest work that has been done in Buckingham Palace’s extensive reservicing programme.
The refurbishment is expected to cost £369m and began five years ago.
In a clip shared to social media, the palace offered a glimpse into the replacement of 3.5km of electric cabling, which had previously not been updated since the 1950s.
It wrote on X: “The Reservicing Programme has been continuing work in the Basement of Buckingham Palace, replacing old electrical cabling under the floors and throughout the historic building.”
The Reservicing Programme has been continuing work in the Basement of Buckingham Palace, replacing old electrical cabling under the floors and throughout the historic building.
Watch more! 👇 pic.twitter.com/Z1jCM3WaBt
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) October 8, 2024
Edward and Sophie commemorate war dead in Malta
Tuesday 8 October 2024 19:10 , Athena Stavrou
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have sailed through the harbour in Malta before throwing a wreath and posy into the sea to commemorate British and Maltese lives lost during the Second World War.
On the second day of their trip to the island nation, Edward and Sophie boarded a military ship and sailed through Valletta harbour, where they were treated to dramatic views of the capital’s yellow limestone buildings.
Accompanied by the armed forces of Malta, the duke threw a wreath and the duchess a posy of flowers into the water before a gun salute sounded from one of the city’s high points.
Duchy of Cornwall town subject to serious complaints – ‘There are rats everywhere’
Tuesday 8 October 2024 18:00 , Emma Guinness
A town built to King Charles’s specifications of an idealised community is suffering from a serious waste collection problem.
Residents of Poundbury, Dorset, which is built on Duchy of Cornwall land, have now spoken out in a bid to solve the problem, appealing to the king directly.
One local told The Telegraph: “There are rats everywhere and the smell is awful. No one seems to be bothered.”
A second said that the king “would be horrified” and compared the development, which is due to be completed in 2026, to a “third-world country.”
Explaining the root of the problem, a third added: “The number of bins is not sufficient, there needs to be a second refuse and recycling point. It’s carnage around Christmas with rubbish everywhere.”
King Charles new patron of National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs
Tuesday 8 October 2024 17:00 , Emma Guinness
King Charles has been named as the new patron of the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC).
The monarch, 75, will succeed his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II in the role, which she held for 65 years.
NFYFC chair of council Drew Bailey said: “NFYFC is honoured that His Majesty The King is our Royal Patron. His Majesty’s commitment to Young Farmers’ Clubs reflects our proud history of nine decades of developing rural young people’s skills.
“As a former president of the National Federation, we are privileged to now have His Majesty serve as our patron.
“His Majesty’s commitment to the countryside and the welfare of rural communities perfectly aligns with the mission of NFYFC and its clubs and counties. Much of our work focuses on developing rural young people’s skills and raising awareness about opportunities in the sector.”
Duchess of Edinburgh to remind children to ‘cherish’ their eyesight
Tuesday 8 October 2024 16:30 , Emma Guinness
The Duchess of Edinburgh is set to remind people how important it is to “cherish” their eyesight when she makes an appearance on a CBeebies bedtime story.
To be aired on World Sight Day, which is taking place on Thursday (10 October), Specs for Rex is centred around a young lion named Rex who is reluctant to wear his glasses to school.
The duchess said in a trailer for the program: “Millions of us need glasses to see the world clearly.
“World Sight Day is a reminder to all of us to take care of our eyes, whether we need glasses or not.
“Our eyes are precious, and our sight is something to cherish and look after. So, let’s remember to take care of our eyes this World Sight Day.”
James Middleton reveals what makes him the ‘most proud’ of Kate
Tuesday 8 October 2024 16:00 , Emma Guinness
James Middleton has revealed the characteristic that makes him “most proud” of his older sister, the Princess of Wales.
He told US Weekly: “Catherine is very much on a public stage and I’m in awe of a lot of the things she does. I think the thing I’m most proud of is that she’s still the same person that I grew up with.”
Mr Middleton, 37, reflected upon his relationship with his sister and wider family in his new memoir, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life.
Powerful reason behind Meghan Markle’s dress colour in LA
Tuesday 8 October 2024 15:30 , Emma Guinness
This weekend, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out in a stunning red gown as she attended a charity gala at the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital.
Now, psychotherapist Dr Robi Ludwig has speculated about the deeper meaning behind the gown, which she paired with a never-before-seen mermaid waves hairstyle.
He told Fox News Digital: “Wearing red is a powerful, boss lady colour. It says, ‘I’m here, I’m not hiding, and I’m ready to assume my position of power.’ Wearing red often symbolizes attraction, confidence and empowerment.
“The ‘red dress effect’ studies found that red enhances the male gaze and encourages men to find women wearing red more appealing. In fashion, red is also considered a power colour that represents strength and determination. The hair is a throwback to her Hollywood actress days. It’s all in sync with Meghan taking control of her life and doing things her way again.”
Prince Harry says Lilibet has been ‘blessed’ with Meghan Markle’s hair
Tuesday 8 October 2024 15:00 , Emma Guinness
Prince Harry provided a rare insight into Princess Lilibet’s life at the Wellchild Awards last week, revealing that his children have been “blessed” with their mother’s hair.
The charity celebrates the achievements of seriously ill children in the UK and their carers and Harry flew especially to the UK for the occasion.
Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon, who was in attendance, told HELLO! magazine: “From the moment he arrived in the reception room, he had an infectious energy about him, and there were no airs and graces at all as he chatted animatedly about his own children ahead of the event.”
“Archie and Lili have been blessed with their mother’s thick hair, he told us, self-effacingly, as he marvelled that it won’t be long until Lili can sit on hers.”
Tuesday 8 October 2024 14:30 , Emma Guinness
The Duchess of Edinburgh was awarded a badge to recognise her new role as patron of the Girlguides – a position previously held by the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Sophie, 59, appeared delighted with the honour in a picture shared to the official Buckingham Palace Twitter/X account today.
Buckingham Palace celebrates Duchess of Edinburgh’s out of this world conversation
Tuesday 8 October 2024 14:10 , Emma Guinness
Buckingham Palace has celebrated the Duchess of Edinburgh’s recent conversation with astronaut Sunita Williams aboard the International Space Station.
Taking to Twitter/X, the palace said in a statement: “The Duchess of Edinburgh joined 100 Girlguiding members for a live Q&A with astronaut Sunita Williams aboard the International Space Station!
“This special radio contact, held at Brooklands Museum, celebrated girls in STEM and gave Girlguides the chance to ask Sunita about life in space – from what she’s been eating to what space smells like!”
Sophie, 59, is now on a four-day tour of Malta to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the country’s independence.
The reason why Prince Harry will not bring Meghan Markle to the UK
Tuesday 8 October 2024 13:49 , Emma Guinness
Prince Harry explained earlier this year why he will not bring his wife Meghan Markle back to the UK.
The Duke of Sussex made a flying visit to his home country for the WellChild Awards last week before immediately jetting off to Southern Africa for more solo charitable engagements.
Speaking to ITV’s Tabloids on Trial, he said that he has genuine concerns for his wife’s safety in the UK because of negative tabloid stories.
“All it takes is one lone actor, one person who reads this stuff to act on what they have read,” Harry said. “And whether it’s a knife or acid, whatever it is, and these are things that are of genuine concern for me.”
Edward and Sophie commemorate war dead in Malta
Tuesday 8 October 2024 13:28 , Emma Guinness
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have paid tribute to the people of Malta and Britain who gave their lives in the Second World War.
They honoured the fallen from a military ship where the duke threw a wreath into the water that was accompanied by a posy from the duchess.
A plaque was also unveiled to submariners who died in World War Two, named the Mariner’s Walkway, and the event was marked with applause from their descendants.
Edward said: “It’s great to have that recognition now of the service.”
The couple are currently on a four-day visit to mark the 60th anniversary of Malta’s independence.
‘King’s model town’ in disarray as rubbish piles up on streets
Tuesday 8 October 2024 13:08 , Emma Guinness
Poundbury, in Dorset, was designed based on the architectural principles laid out by King Charles in 1989, in his book A Vision of Britain.
In the book, the King stressed the need to preserve each town’s unique character, The Telegraph reported.
Poundbury is built on land which is owned by the King’s Duchy of Cornwall, and was hailed as a success story of the King’s vision.
But locals say the King would be “horrified” if he saw what has happened to the town.
Bins are piling up on the streets as the council refuses to collect residents’ mixed recycling.
Residents claim that rat infestations are now swarming the streets of the town, which was built 32 years ago on the outskirts of Dorchester, with Queen Mother Square the centrepiece.
One resident said the smell is “awful”, while another complained it was an “eyesore”.
“The King would be horrified. It’s like a third-world country, and it’s like this every week,” said another.
The council says it is the fault of residents who do not separate their rubbish.
Palace ‘checking in daily’ on teenage cancer patient who shared emotional embrace with Princess Kate
Tuesday 8 October 2024 12:45 , Emma Guinness
A teenage cancer patient given weeks to live is being checked on daily by Kensington Palace after she met the Prince and Princess of Wales last week, her mother has revealed.
Liz Hatton, who is fighting a rare and aggressive form of cancer, began a photography bucket list appeal after being diagnosed with desmoplastic small round cell tumour at the start of this year.
The Independent’s Race Correspondent Nadine White reports:
Palace ‘checking in daily’ on teenage cancer patient who ‘inspired’ Princess Kate
Meghan Markle urged to feature in Suits podcast by co-star
Tuesday 8 October 2024 12:27 , Emma Guinness
Meghan Markle’s former Suits co-stars have invited her to appear in their new podcast, in which they rewatch the show.
The Duchess of Sussex was most well known for her role as Rachel Zane, a paralegal in the popular show which was put onto Netflix last year.
She starred in the show for seven seasons, before quitting shortly before announcing her engagement to Prince Harry. In her final episode, she finally tied the knot with Mike Ross, played by Patrick J Adams.
Read the full report by Maira Butt:
Meghan Markle urged to feature in Suits podcast by co-star
King Charles ‘reluctantly’ following Queen Camilla’s new rule
Tuesday 8 October 2024 11:45 , Emma Guinness
King Charles is reported to be “reluctantly” following a new rule established by Queen Camilla as he continues to battle an undisclosed form of cancer.
Despite having skipped lunch for the majority of his life, has now agreed to have a midday snack for the sake of his health on the advice of his wife and doctors.
As reported by the Daily Mail, a source said: “With some reluctance, he now has something to eat at lunchtime – a snack, really.
“He now eats half an avocado to sustain him through the day. It’s important, particularly if you have got an illness.”
Meghan Markle references Archie and Lilibet at LA event
Tuesday 8 October 2024 11:30 , Emma Guinness
The Duchess of Sussex provided a rare reference to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet at a charity gala in LA this weekend.
In a video obtained by the Daily Mail, Meghan 43, can be seen speaking to a young boy in his mother’s arms, asking him: “Hi sweetheart, how are you? Past your bedtime, for sure!”
She then asked his mum: “How old are they? Oh, so really close to our kids. Three and five.”
The duchess shares her children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three, with Prince Harry, but despite their status within the royal family, their lives have been kept relatively private.
King Charles ‘shrieked’ when he first saw cling film
Tuesday 8 October 2024 11:15 , Emma Guinness
King Charles was reportedly unfamiliar with the common kitchen staple that is cling film and is said to have “shrieked” when he first came across it.
Thankfully, the queen consort, Camilla, was nearby to inform him that it was nothing to be afraid of.
Writing in his biography of the late Prince Philip, Rebel Prince, royal author Tom Bower claimed that the late Duke of Edinburgh frequently grew frustrated at how disconnected his son was from the real world.
He wrote: “He walked into the dining room and shrieked. Fearing the worst, Camilla dashed in after him. ‘What’s this?’ asked her husband, pointing at the food.
“‘It’s cling film, darling,’ she replied.”
Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh arrive in Malta
Tuesday 8 October 2024 11:00 , Emma Guinness
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh arrived in Malta yesterday to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the country’s independence.
They have a packed schedule of engagements for the four-day trip and will visit the Grand Harbour’s key Second World War sites and meet veterans as part of a historical tour today.
The couple then will poignantly visit the former home of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Villa Guardamangia, on Wednesday, where they lived as a young, married couple between 1949 and 1951.
James Middleton reveals how the Wales children have stepped into new role
Tuesday 8 October 2024 10:40 , Emma Guinness
James Middleton has revealed that Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis have all stepped into a new role as big cousins.
The Princess of Wales’s younger brother, 37, said the Wales children live just a 30-minute drive away from his son, Inigo, who was born last year.
“My sisters and I are all within 30 minutes’ drive, so there is often an aunt or a cousin passing through, too.
“The cousins all play their role in looking after Inigo – there’s seven of them altogether at the moment.
“I think they’re all impressed at how much of a mess Inigo can make.”
He continued to tell The Telegraph: “But there’s lots of laughter and giggles about.”
Melania Trump reveals she’s pen pals with King Charles
Tuesday 8 October 2024 09:57 , Emma Guinness
Melania Trump has revealed in her new memoir that she is pen pals with King Charles.
The former first lady, 54, claims that the pair, who first met in New York in 2005, bonded on a 2019 state visit over their shared passion for environmental protection.
She described the meeting as an “absolute pleasure” and said the pair now have an “ongoing correspondence”.
“This time we engaged in an interesting conversation about his deep-rooted commitment to environmental conservation,” Ms Trump explained.
Melania: A Memoir is being released later this month.
Queen Camilla praises osteoporosis care
Tuesday 8 October 2024 06:00 , Emma Guinness
Queen Camilla has paid tribute to modern-day osteoporosis care as she reflected upon her late mother Rosalind Shand’s experience of the disease.
The queen consort, 76, did so at an awards ceremony at Clarence House on Thursday (3 October), held in honour of those making a difference at the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS).
Camilla said of the bone-weakening disease: “You know, speaking from experience … my mother died of osteoporosis, not of the actual disease … it was never diagnosed in those days, and old people were just cast aside as old people, you know, ‘sorry, we can’t do anything about it’.
“Had she lived nowadays, you know, a lot would have been done about it.
“It’s thanks to everybody here that so much is being done for osteoporosis and I can’t tell you how much it’s appreciated, not only by myself but by millions of others across the world. So, thank you very much indeed.”
Duchess of Edinburgh speaks to ‘inspiring’ astronaut stuck on space station
Tuesday 8 October 2024 03:00 , Emma Guinness
Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, spoke to one of the “inspiring” astronauts stuck on the International Space Station, Sunita Williams.
She made radio contact with Ms Williams as the space station flew directly overhead the Brooklands Museum in Weybridge, Surrey, on Saturday (5 October) – at a distance of around 270 miles.
Sophie was joined at the event by young girls from the Brownies, Guides and Rangers, who were there to learn more about potential careers in STEM.
“As patron of the Girlguiding Association in the UK, I want to thank you for the inspiration you showed to our young girls to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics,” she said.
Ms Williams first travelled to the station in June for an intended eight-day trip, but she is not expected to return to Earth until February following issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft she travelled in.
Duchess of Edinburgh follows in Queen Elizabeth II’s Girlguiding footsteps
Tuesday 8 October 2024 14:06 , Emma Guinness
The Duchess of Edinburgh was awarded a badge to recognise her new role as patron of the Girlguides – a position previously held by the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Sophie, 59, appeared delighted with the honour in a picture shared to the official Buckingham Palace Twitter/X account today.
In pictures: Edward and Sophie visit Malta
Tuesday 8 October 2024 19:50 , Athena Stavrou
Meghan Markle ‘appeared lost’ at event without Harry
Tuesday 8 October 2024 00:00 , Emma Guinness
Following Meghan Markle’s surprise solo appearance at a hospital in Los Angeles over the weekend, a body language expert has speculated that she “appeared lost” without Prince Harry.
Harry, 40, is believed to still be in Southern Africa, where is carrying out a number of charitable engagements.
Body language expert Judi James told FEMAIL: “For a confident woman who is used to cameras and red carpets she acts grateful to see and join her friend here. The body language ritual that she follows seems to be deliberate signalling of her current state as Harry is off on his solo tour.
“Meghan performs signals of coyness and even shyness plus a subliminal desire to have someone take over the lead from Harry, as though she is somehow lost without him on the red carpet or wanting to suggest she is feeling more vulnerable and girlishly playful than usual.”
James Middleton says Princess of Wales was an ‘exemplary’ student
Monday 7 October 2024 21:00 , Emma Guinness
James Middleton has said that his older sister the Princess of Wales was an “exemplary” student in his new memoir, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life.
The memoir, which recounts the 37-year-old’s struggles with his mental health, touches upon his radically different school experience.
He wrote: “Naturally, Catherine and Pippa, being exemplary students, managed to get through their entire school lives without a single demerit, but I amassed a handful of them every term.
“So while the female Middletons would be applauded for being helpful to teachers – opening doors and carrying books for them – I’d undo all their kind deeds by scampering along the corridor instead of walking because I was late for a lesson.”
Princess of Wales congratulates Team GB sailing team
Monday 7 October 2024 18:00 , Emma Guinness
The Princess of Wales has congratulated Team GB’s sailing team for qualifying for the America’s Cup for the first time in 60 years.
They are set to take on New Zealand for the overall trophy on 12 October – the first time the UK has competed in the event since 1964.
Kate, 42, wrote on the official Kensington Palace Twitter/X account: “Congratulations to @AinslieBen and the whole INEOS Britannia Team on qualifying for the 37th America’s Cup! A fantastic display of teamwork, skill and determination. Best of luck for the final challenge! C.”
Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to visit Malta
Monday 7 October 2024 15:00 , Emma Guinness
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will arrive in Malta today for a four-day visit to mark 60 years of the country’s independence.
They will undertake several engagements including a visit to the former residence of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Villa Guardamangia, where they lived as a young couple between 1949 and 1951 .
King Charles favours millennial lunch staple
Monday 7 October 2024 12:00 , Emma Guinness
King Charles is reported to have finally started eating lunch and his meal of choice is a millennial staple – the humble avocado.
The monarch, 75, has reportedly acted upon the advice of his wife, Queen Camilla, and doctors, who have urged him to stop skipping lunch as he continues to battle an undisclosed form of cancer.
A source told the MailOnline: “With some reluctance, he now has something to eat at lunchtime – a snack, really. He now eats half an avocado to sustain him through the day. It’s important, particularly if you have got an illness.”
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