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Lauren Welch
Princess Kate's secret codename she uses when shopping revealed
ThePrincess of Waleshas accidentally revealed a secret alias that she occasionally uses during shopping trips.
This incident occurred shortly after her wedding to Prince William in 2011 when the couple resided in Wales where he was stationed as a search and rescue pilot at RAF Valley.
Princess Kate (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
King Charles's dismay over aide comments that could threaten his 'beloved' Commonwealth
Comments made by a senior aide on behalf ofKing Charleshave sparked a crisis at Buckingham Palace after Dr. Nathan Ross, the King’s assistant private secretary, suggested that His Majesty would not interfere if Australia decided to remove him as head of state.Insiders tell Express.co.uk that the timing of these comments couldn’t have come at a worse time for King Charles as he prepares for a significant visit to Australia this week.
King Charles (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Late Queen's new statue has 'iconic resemblance' while some say it's 'creepy'
A new sculpture of the late monarch has been revealed in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, with some claiming it has an "iconic resemblance" toQueen Elizabeth II, whereas others have labelled it "creepy".Its design was based on photographs taken of the late Queen while she was visiting the town with Prince Philip during the town’s 800th anniversary in 1973.It is a bronze-cast statue, designed by local sculptor Andy Edward, and it stands at one-and-a-quarter times life size and is positioned just inches above ground level in the town's Queens Gardens.
Queen Elizabeth II (Image: getty)
Lauren Welch
Meghan Markle steps out without Prince Harry for second time surrounded by celeb pals
The Duchess of Sussexhas been spotted at a star-studded charity event in California as she made her second straight public appearance withoutPrince Harry.
The Duchess of Sussex was spotted visiting Girls Inc as she appeared to support a digital wellness platform called Social Media U.
Meghan pictured earlier this month (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shun Britain again over security fears for children
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have received an invitation to spend Christmas withCharles Spencerat Althorp, but have turned it down due to security fears, Express.co.uk can reveal.According to a well-placed source, Prince Harry, 40, is keen to spend the Christmas holidays in the United Kingdom with his wife Meghan Markle, 43, and their two children, but still fear for their safety.
Meghan and Harry (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince William's 'cheeky way' of getting out of game night with the Middletons
Prince Williamis said to have one "cheeky way" of getting out of game night with the Princess of Wales and the rest of the Middleton family.
Speaking on The Dog podcast, James Middleton revealed that his brother-in-law used to find game nights with his family "too competitive" and would often make up "excuses" to get away.
William is said to have thought the game nights were 'too competitive' (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle face brutal snub by royals at huge upcoming event
King Charles and Queen Camilla have sent out their invitations for this year's Sandringham Christmas gathering, Express.co.uk has learned.
However,Prince HarryandMeghan Marklehave not been invited and areunlikely to travel to the UK this festive season.According to a well-placed source, Buckingham Palace aides have sent out feelers for this year's Christmas dinner which will be held in the ballroom at Sandringham House due to the sheer number expected.
Harry and Meghan have reportedly not been invited to spend Christmas at Sandringham (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's £11million Montecito mansion as Duke returns home
AsPrince Harryreturns home to his Montecito mansion this week to join wifeMeghan Markleand their two children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibetfollowing a three-week solo tour, Express.co.uk takes a closer look at the lavish mansion the royals are now accustomed to across the pond.
The Sussexes now live in a £11 million mega-mansion in Montecito, California,on an 18,000-square-foot property surrounded by trees and greenery.
Meghan and Harry live in California (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Princess Eugenie shares intimate snap with husband Jack Brooksbank on anniversary
Princess Eugeniehas shared a loved-up, black and white snap with her husband,Jack Brooksbank,as they celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary today.Along with the romantic image posted on Instagram, the post read: "Best day ever marrying you.. happy 6th anniversary my love" alongside four red hearts, and an emoji of a ring and a wedding chapel.
Princess Eugenie got married six years ago today (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
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Hanisha Sethi
King Charles says he won't stop Australia axing British monarchy ahead of visit
King Charles has told anti-monarchists he will not stand in the way if Australia looks to replace him as head of state.
His message comes as the King and Queen prepare for a historic visit Down Under, which will emphasise the King's "deep love and affection" for the country.
The Australian Republic Movement (ARM) had written to Buckingham Palace to request a meeting with the King as he arrives on his landmark royal tour next week.
Buckingham Palace officials replied on the King's behalf and wrote: "Please be assured that your views on this matter have been noted very carefully. His Majesty, as a constitutional monarch, acts on the advice of his ministers and whether Australia becomes a republic is, therefore, a matter for the Australian public to decide."
The King will begin his visit to Australia next week (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
Princess Eugenie shares intimate snap with husband Jack Brooksbank on anniversary
Princess Eugeniehas shared a loved-up, black and white snap with her husband, Jack Brooksbank, as they celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary today.
Along with the romantic image posted on Instagram, the post read: "Best day ever marrying you.. happy 6th anniversary my love" alongside four red hearts, and an emoji of a ring and a wedding chapel.
The couple, who met in 2010 at Verbier, a Swiss holiday resort and ski area, married in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in 2018 - a few months after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot.
Hanisha Sethi
Meghan Markle's £500 high heels she's been wearing for years - and has 26 pairs
When it comes to fashion, Meghan Markle appears to favour a certain shoe brand - Aquazzura, as seen in her latest appearance on the red carpet for the LA Children's Hospital gala on October 5.
Looking stunning as she posed for photos, Meghan also sparked a fashion fan frenzy after sporting a recycled £4,595 ($5,990) Carolina Hererra dress.
The Duchess of Sussex chose to re-wear a dress that she previously wore to a New York City gala to honour military personnel on the eve of Veterans Day and Armistice Day in 2021.
Meghan Markle appears to favour a certain shoe brand (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
Late Queen's new statue has 'iconic resemblance' while some say it's 'creepy'
A new sculpture of the late monarch has been revealed in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, with some claiming it has an "iconic resemblance" to Queen Elizabeth II, whereas others have labelled it "creepy".
Its design was based on photographs taken of the late Queen while she was visiting the town with Prince Philip during the town’s 800th anniversary in 1973.
It is a bronze-cast statue, designed by local sculptor Andy Edward, and it stands at one-and-a-quarter times life size and is positioned just inches above ground level in the town's Queens Gardens.
The statue was crafted by local sculptor Andy Edwards (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
Prince Harry 'was very different' says ex-butler who reveals what Duke was really like
The former butler of Prince Harry has said the duke was “very different” to traditional royals.
Grant Harrold, who worked as a butler for the Royal Household for a number of years, described the Duke of Sussex, 40, as being “down to earth”.
He also exclusively told Express.co.uk what Harry was like behind closed doors. He said: “Harry was great fun, amazing, down to earth.
“When you think of royals historically, he was very different to traditional royals. He was very easy going and fun, he was often seen at the pub. There’s a local pub near where I am and you’d go and see him in there having a pint..."
Prince Harry 'is not like other royals' says ex-royal butler (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
The very unusual dessert Queen Elizabeth insisted was on the menu at Balmoral
Queen Elizabeth had onefavourite dessertthat would always be on the menu at Balmoral Castle, according to her former chef.
Crathie Crunch, essentially a no-bake, cheese-free cheesecake with dark chocolate and mint, was given to Her late Majesty at a Crathie estate fair and had been a firm favourite ever since, Darren McGrady said on his Youtube channel.The former royal chef said: "We tried it out and it became so popular it would always be on the menu at Balmoral Castle."
Elizabeth allegedly "loved" any dish that had chocolate or mint in the recipe. (Image: Getty)
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Hanisha Sethi
Prince William admits he has to hide things from Prince Louis to avoid him doing one thing
Prince William previously admitted that he has to hide Princess Charlotte's jewellery from Prince Louis to avoid him "trying to steal them".
During a visit to a primary school in Wales last month, the Prince of Wales was gifted a packet of friendship bracelets from a young girl named Ruby. The young girl had given William the bracelets to give to his three children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 9, and Prince Louis, 6.William appeared delighted by the sweet gift, but assured Ruby that he would have to hide them from his youngest son as he often tries to "steal all his sister's bits".
Prince William revealed one mischievous thing that Prince Louis has been doing. (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
Meghan Markle's major U-turn about her children's royal titles due to key conversation
Meghan Markle reportedly wanted her children to keep their official royal titles after a chat with two senior members of the Royal Family.
Although the duchess and her husband Prince Harry decided to step away from the Royal Family in 2020 and relocate to California, the couple seemingly did not want to cut all ties with the Palace.
This was seen in 2023 when Meghan and Harry decided that they wanted their children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, to adopt royal titles, despite the fact that Meghan and Harry can no longer use HRH titles.
Meghan Markle reportedly wanted her children to keep their official royal titles (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
Best pictures from Princess Eugenie’s wedding as she celebrates anniversary
Princess Eugenie is celebrating a milestone with her husband Jack Brooksbank today as they celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary.
The couple, who met in 2010 at Verbier, a Swiss holiday resort and ski area, married in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, in 2018.
The wedding was attended by all senior members of the Royal Family as well as a number of A listers including Robbie Williams, Chelsea Davy and Cara Delevingne.Here are the best pictures from the couple's wedding.
Princess Eugenie wowed fans on her wedding day (Image: Getty)
Hanisha Sethi
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