Prince Harry has big 'regret' as expert warns about 'consequences'

Prince Harry must be 'feeling the heat' over a major admission he made in his tell-all memoir, a royal expert believes.

By Sophia PapamavroudiCatherine Meyer-Funnell, Royal Reporter based in London

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Prince Harry must be 'feeling the heat' over one of his decisions, says expert (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry must "regret" talking about his past drug use in his memoir, Spare, as his US visa row intensifies, a royal expert has claimed.

The Duke of Sussex spoke about previously using recreational drugs like cocaine, marijuana and magic mushrooms in his book but he found himself in hot water after questions were asked about whether he had declared that on his visa application when he relocated to the US.

A Washington DC-based think tank called The Heritage Foundation wants details of Harry's immigration records to be made public and submitted freedom of information requests to the US Department of Homeland Security to release them.

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told OK!: "Harry must regret having been so frank about drugs in his book. It really wasn’t a necessary part of the narrative although I understand that he was trying to explain his mental health issues. But admissions like that can have consequences and, right now, he must be feeling the heat.

"In the end, though, I can’t imagine that the USA would actually throw him out. Lawyers would find some way around it, I think. But it must be an unnecessary worry and embarrassment for Harry at the moment."

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Prince William and Princess Kate pay tribute to Rob Burrow as he dies aged 41

Prince William and Princess Kate have shared an emotional tribute to Rob Burrow, the former Rugby League player who has died aged 41 from motor neurone disease.

The X account for Kensington Palace posted: "A legend of Rugby League, Rob Burrow had a huge heart. He taught us, 'in a world full of adversity, we must dare to dream.' Catherine and I send our love to Lindsey, Jackson, Maya and Macy. W."

In January this year William travelled to the Leeds Headingley Stadium, where Mr Burrow used to play with the Leeds Rhinos, to give him his CBE.

While there the Prince also met Mr Burrow's friend and former teammate Kevin Sinfield, as well as his wife Lindsey and their three children.

Prince William poses with Rob Burrow and family

Rob Burrow received a CBE from Prince William (Image: Getty)

Royal expert reveals moment Prince Harry and Meghan upset Queen before her death

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle upset the late Queen when they brought a photographer with them when they introduced her to Princess Lilibet.

The only time she has been to the UK was for the Platinum Jubilee, which coincided with her first birthday.

Phil Dampier told The Sun: "I think the main fear that the late Queen had was that when they [Harry and Meghan] turn up, they do tend to turn up with a Netflix film crew or a photographer in tow.

"You always get the feeling that whatever happens, whatever the discussions are, that it's sooner or later going to end up on a programme or some sort of podcast or whatever."

Harry and Meghan at the Platinum Jubilee

The Queen was upset by the presence of a photographer (Image: Getty)

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie advised to 'keep heads down' for one reason

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have done well to disassociate themselves from the behaviour of their disgraced father, Prince Andrew.

Although they occasionally appear at royal events, they are not working royals and are not likely to be promoted anytime soon.

Luana Ribeira, PR gurur and founder of Dauntless PR, told GB News: "For Beatrice and Eugenie, there is also the 'Prince Andrew factor'.

"Although they cannot be held responsible for the words and actions of their father, I think their current strategy of keeping their head down and quietly getting on with life is a wise one for them."

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie

Beatrice and Eugenie have been well-received (Image: Getty)

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Princess Charlotte 'copies' mum Kate on royal visits as expert spots telling trait

Princess Charlotte is the spitting image of her mother Princess Kate on royal outings, an expert has claimed.

Speaking to OK! Magazine, historian Dr Tessa Dunlop said Charlotte is "in many ways more relaxed than George" when out and about.

She said: "Kate is not a fool, she knows they've got a whole life ahead of them. It's just slowly and incrementally upping exposure but very much on their terms and quite choreographed."

Princess Charlotte

Princess Charlotte is adapting to royal life (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle risk 'diplomatic incident' with major career move

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's trip to Nigeria had led to suggestions that more tours could be in the pipeline.

While this has riled the Royal Family, there are also concerns it could spark a diplomatic incident.

A source told Page Six: "Harry and Meghan’s trip was very interesting since it didn’t fit any of the normally accepted royal categories. This would have given the High Commission in Nigeria a headache. If a prince lands in your patch, officially or otherwise, you have protocol, security and media issues which have to be right.

"[Normally] This would all be part of the planning of a proper royal tour. But Harry and Meghan’s tour showed their 'all about me' media strategy and how they divert from royalty’s role as super ambassadors for Britain.

"When Harry and Meghan break all the usual norms of royal visits, it somewhat looks like the Royal Family can’t manage itself properly.

"A high-profile royal visit overseas has one main function — to promote British interests: diplomatic, trade, cultural and humanitarian. That’s their job.

"By the grace of God there wasn’t a major diplomatic incident this time, but it’s a risk for the future that Harry and Meghan seem to be willing to disregard."

Harry and Meghan seated at mental health summit

The Sussexes could have caused a diplomatic incident (Image: Getty)

Princess Charlotte's favourite snack is very grown up for a nine-year-old

Princess Charlotte's favourite snack is suprisingly sophisticated for a nine-year-old.

On a visit to a primary school back in 2019 Princess Kate revealed that her daughter loves to eat olives.

The previous year, while visiting Great Ormond Street Hospital, Kate also admitted that she would often eat olives as a child.

Princess Charlotte pulls her braided hair

Charlotte loves to eat olives (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's timing of latest key move 'not a coincidence'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trip to Nigeria reportedly coincided with them hiring a new member of staff.

Back in April the couple welcomed two new communications executives to their PR team after former director of Global Communications Miranda Barbot was promoted to the role of vice president of Programs and Media Operations, according to PEOPLE.

In her place, Charlie Gipson and Kyle Boulia have joined as communications executives.

Royal author Gareth Russell told GB News: " I don't think it's a coincidence that it [the Nigeria trip] comes so soon after their well-publicised hiring of two excellent PR executives.

"This is the kind of thing that they should be doing.

"So it does seem to me that this was a very successful tour all things considered, but there are there will always be people who are critical or sceptical of the Sussexes."

Harry and Meghan watch game in Nigeria

The Sussexes are attempting to boost their image (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry's sweet memory of late Queen Elizabeth from balcony appearance

As he is no longer a working royal Prince Harry no longer appears on the Buckingham Palace balcony at official royal events.

However he has one sweet memory of his late grandmother Queen Elizabeth which still holds a special place in his heart.

Harry shared poignant memories of the late Queen in his memoir Spare, writing: "I couldn't stop...remembering. Day and night, images flitted through my mind."

He recalled moments such as standing before her during his passing-out parade, catching her half smile, and making her laugh out loud on the balcony despite the solemnity of the occasion.

Prince Harry gives thumbs up

Prince Harry had a special bond with the late Queen (Image: Getty)

Prince George's cute nickname for mother Princess Kate used at key royal event

Prince George has the sweetest nickname for his mum Princess Kate, which he used at Trooping the Colour in 2022.

The future King and Kate were en route the event celebrating the Platinum Jubilee at Horse Guards Parade when lip reader Jeremy Freeman saw him call her "momma".

It appears that the fondness for nicknames is mutual, with Kate affectionately dubbing her firstborn and heir to the throne with a quintessentially British nickname: PG tips.

Princess Kate

Princess Kate is known as "momma" (Image: Getty)

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Queen Camilla sparks frenzy as royal fans go wild for latest 'perfect' outfit

Queen Camilla turned heads during a recent appearance at the races with King Charles.

Charles and Camilla spent Friday at Epsom racecourse where, despite the blustery and cold conditions, thousands of racegoers turned out for Ladies' Day.

The Queen looked every inch the royal she is in a duck egg blue skirt suit by Bruce Oldfield which she paired with Charlotte Elizabeth's Mayflower crossbody handbag in taupe (£375) and a pair of low heels by Eliot Zed in textured sand (£295).

Royal fans could not get enough of Camilla's latest appearance, praising the royal for her style choice.

Queen Camilla walking with King Charles

Queen Camilla wore a duck egg blue skirt suit by Bruce Oldfield (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan's popularity hopes dashed as 'too much damage has been done'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's chances of winning the public's trust and favour back have been dismissed by a royal commentator, who claimed the couple have done "too much damage" and now it's a "little too late".

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have seen their popularity plunge over the last few years in both the UK and the US.

US-based royal commentator Kinsey Schofield said the couple have changed various strategies over the years, with the latest one being their "faux royal" strategy, which they've followed in order to win the public back, however, she said it's now a "little too late".

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have done 'too much damage' says royal commentator (Image: Getty)

Prince Louis's heart breaking eight-word response to Queen Elizabeth's death revealed

Prince Louis had a very sweet eight-word response to the news of his great-grandmother the Queen's death, Princess Kate revealed.

The young prince was just four years old when the Queen passed in September 2022, but he had a very mature response, which his mother shared during a walkabout outside Windsor Castle.

Just two days after the monarch's death, Princess Kate spoke to well wishers in Windsor with Prince William, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle.

One royal fan was particularly emotional, and the Princess of Wales sought to give them some reassurance, retelling her youngest son's response to the news.

Prince Louis and queen elizabeth

Prince Louis had a very sweet response to the news of his great-grandmother's death (Image: Getty)

How Princess Kate and Meghan Markle keep Princess Diana's memory alive

Princess Kate and Meghan Markle have been keeping Princess Diana's memory alive in the present day with their "tasteful" jewellery selections, a jewellery expert has claimed.

The late Princess of Wales died in August 1997 but her legacy continues to shine through her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.

The princes inherited their mother's enviable jewellery collection, which included bracelets, watches, earrings and many more.

Thus the Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Sussex have in turn been gifted a wide range of dazzling heirlooms from their late mother-in-law.

Now Blake Asaad, the founder of jewellers Goodstone, takes a look at their most precious pieces.

Princess Kate and Meghan Markle

Princess Kate and Meghan Markle have acquired quite a few of Princess Diana's jewellery (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle sent brutal warning over 'struggle to find footing in Hollywood'

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were warned they need to aim their efforts towards one clear direction as the couple are said to be "struggling to find footing" in Hollywood.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have branched out on several different business ventures, including producing a series of shows for Netflix and Meghan launching her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard.

Now US-based royal commentator Kinsey Schofield has questioned what the couple's, particularly Meghan's, direction is.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are involved in several project at the moment (Image: Getty)

Princess Anne's surprising response to Zara Tindall's daring and 'unroyal piercing'

Zara Tindall is well-beloved for her relaxed approach to royal life, making her and her husband Mike Tindall two of the most popular family members.

But back in the day royal watchers noticed something surprising about her appearance, with her mother Princess Anne's reaction perhaps even more shocking.

In 1998 a then-17-year-old Zara got her tongue pierced during her time at Gordonstoun, the boarding school in Scotland where many members of the Royal Family were educated.

Her mother the Princess Royal had a clever way of dealing with the situation, allowing Zara to embrace her teenage rebellious phase rather than forcing her to take it out.

Zara Tindall and Princess Anne

Zara Tindall once had a very unusual piercing (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle blasted over latest 'deliberate choice' to take control

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made a "deliberate choice" for their recent trip to Nigeria, a royal expert has claimed.

The couple chose to take their good friend Misan Harriman as their official photographer for the duration of the trip.

Now a royal commentator touched down on the Sussex couple's "deliberate move" to pick Mr Harriman which shows they want to "control the narrative".

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Nigeria last month (Image: Getty)

Late Queen's favourite biscuit was indulgent - and you may have never heard of it before

When one thinks of Queen Elizabeth II, images of regal elegance, historical significance, and profound grace come to mind. Yet, even the reigning monarchs have their simple pleasures, and for the late Queen, one of those pleasures was a well-made biscuit.

Queen Elizabeth II was known to enjoy a variety of biscuits, with a few standing out as her particular favourites. These biscuits were often enjoyed with her afternoon tea - a tradition steeped in British culture.

Speaking to Hello! Magazine, private chef to the Queen for 11 years, Darren McGrady revealed the late Queen's favourite biscuits: "When I was there… Chocolate Bath Olivers."

Queen Elizabeth II having tea in Glasgow in 1999

Queen Elizabeth II having tea in Glasgow in 1999 (Image: Getty)

King Charles banknotes set to enter circulation for first time on this date

The Bank of England will issue banknotes bearing the likeness of King Charles for the first time on Wednesday.

The monarch’s portrait will appear on £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes and in line with guidance from the Royal Household, they will be slowly introduced.

To minimise the financial and environmental impact of the change, with new King Charles notes will only be printed to replace worn ones featuring her late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth.

A view of some of the new bank notes bearing a portrait of King Charles

A view of some of the new bank notes bearing a portrait of King Charles (Image: Getty)

Expert pinpoints Princess Beatrice's five style hacks to always be 'royally appropriate'

EXCLUSIVE: Princess Beatrice's style has evolved through the years, with royal fans anticipating her next appearance for some fashion inspiration.

The Princess of York may not make as many headlines as other senior working royals but she's previously been branded an "undisputed queen of sartorial savvy" for her unique wardrobe choices.

Now a style expert has analysed Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson's daughter's style and praised the royal for often "pushing the boat out with her fashion choices".

Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice has an immaculately royal style - here's how to emulate it ( (Image: Getty)

11 times Zara and Mike Tindall broke royal protocol by packing out the PDA

Zara and Mike Tindall are beloved members of the Royal Family and are known for not shying away from public displays of affection during their appearances.

The royal couple have been married since 2011 and share three children together, Mia, 10, Lena, five, and son, Lucas, three.

Ever since they tied the knot they have graced us with plenty of PDA-packed photographs, even though the Royal Family are known for generally being more reserved in their public interactions.

Here, Express takes a look at 11 times Zara and Mike Tindall had our hearts racing with their affection.

Zara and Mike tindall

The Tindalls love to pack on the PDA (Image: Getty)

Harry asked for 'secret meeting' with Charles and William over 'state of things'

Prince Harry revealed in his memoir 'Spare' he requested a "secret meeting" with his father, King Charles, and brother, Prince William, to talk about "the state of things" during his visit to the UK for Prince Philip's funeral in April 2021.

The Duke of Sussex wrote that when he returned to London for his grandfather's funeral, he saw it as an opportunity to meet his father and brother for a chat.

It was Harry's first trip to England since he and Meghan Markle stepped down as senior royals and moved to the US, where they now reside with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Prince Harry

Prince Harry talked about one of his requests in his book (Image: Getty)

King Charles shares joke with David Beckham as England football legend handed huge role

King Charles and David Beckham "compared beekeeping tips" as the former England captain was yesterday named as an ambassador for The King’s Foundation.

In new photographs released to mark Saturday's announcement, the pair are pictured smiling and joking on the doorstep of Highgrove, while others show Beckham having a go at carpentry in front of foundation students taking part in woodworking courses at the Snowdon School of Furniture.

It comes as speculation over whether Mr Beckham will receive a knighthood from His Majesty this year continues to swirl.

David Beckham and King Charles

David Beckham is announced as a new ambassador for The King's Foundation (Image: Courtney Louise Photography/The King's Foundation/PA)

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Good morning from Manchester, I'm Sophia Papamavroudi and I'll be bringing you all the latest royal updates into this afternoon.

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