The British Royal Family is preparing for a large Christmas gathering at Sandringham in 2024, with around 40 members expected. The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children are likely to attend, while the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will celebrate in California. Traditional Christmas elements, including tree decorating and card sending, will be observed, reflecting centuries-old royal practices.
A royal expert suggests a US visit for King Charles, highlighting former President Donald Trump’s admiration for the monarch. This comes amid the US elections, with the King and Queen already planning trips to Canada and Italy.
A new documentary reveals that the private estates of King Charles and Prince William generate significant income through rental agreements with public services and charities, including the NHS and the armed forces. While the deals are said to be legally compliant, concerns have been raised about transparency and environmental impact.
A new book reveals tensions between Prince Harry and the royal family began long before their 2020 departure, stemming from King Charles’ alleged reluctance to fund Meghan Markle’s lifestyle and a frosty response from Prince William to Harry’s marriage proposal. The book details Harry’s frustration and the growing rift leading up to the Sussexes’ wedding in 2018.
A royal biography reveals that King Charles III was reportedly deeply disappointed when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle publicly announced their relationship in 2016, as it overshadowed a crucial diplomatic tour he was undertaking in Bahrain. The book claims that Charles was given only 20 minutes’ notice of the announcement, which led to a significant shift in media attention.
King Charles will undertake a busy royal tour of Australia and Samoa in October, despite receiving cancer treatment. The tour will mark his first official visit to a Realm since becoming monarch and his first CHOGM as Head of the Commonwealth. Despite advice to slow down, the King is dedicated to his duties and finds his work beneficial for his mental health.
Prince Harry is back in London, but his visit is marked by a continued estrangement from his father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William. Despite attending an awards ceremony, Harry reportedly will not be meeting with the royals, highlighting the lingering tensions within the family. The root of the discord appears to be security arrangements, with Harry seeking his father’s intervention in a legal battle over his protection.
King Charles visited Kate Middleton to offer his support after she announced completing chemotherapy for cancer. The pair are said to be close and rely on each other during their personal cancer battles. Kate Middleton expressed gratitude for the public’s support and announced plans to gradually return to public engagements.
Reports of Prince Harry seeking a return to royal life in the UK have been met with skepticism from friends of Prince William, while sources suggest both brothers are open to reconciliation. However, differing reports emerge regarding Harry’s intentions and the possibility of resuming royal duties.
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is reportedly content with his life in California and has no plans to resume his royal duties in the UK. Despite attempts to reconcile with his father, King Charles, and maintain connections with old friends, there’s no truth to rumors of a return to a formal role within the Royal Family.
