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Meghan Markle has been criticised for trying to "fit in somehow by playing a very dated housewifey role" with her new Netflix show, in a move which was dubbed "odd and disempowering" by a royal commentator.

The Duchess of Sussex stars in a new lifestyle series on Netflix titled With Love, Meghan, which is to be released on March 4.

Princess Kate made an emotional visit this week to the very same hospital where she received her own cancer treatment last year.

The Princess of Wales, 43, stepped out on a solo trip to the Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea, London, on Tuesday where she met staff who had been involved in her care, along with patients undergoing chemotherapy.

I am only surprised that, in trigger-happy America, orders have not gone out to the National Guard in deserted, fire-threatened LA neighbourhoods to shoot looters dead on sight. Perhaps that might even have happened by the time you read this.

There have been unconfirmed reports of looters dressed up as firemen ransacking abandoned houses, apartments and shops. While not remotely condoning gun law, I can’t imagine there’d be many tears shed for anyone dropped by a guardsman’s bullet mid-pillage.

There have been surprises amidst the flames and smoke. Not least Harry and Meghan’s response. At first, I thought that their delusional qualities had pushed new boundaries. Safe from the fires ravaging Los Angeles, miles from their 16-bed Montecito mansion, the couple felt obliged to post a public message. As statements of the obvious went, it was hard to beat.

The Princess of Wales was praised for her "sensitive timing" in announcing that her cancer is in remission following her visit to the cancer hospital that was responsible for her treatment earlier this week.

Princess Kate stepped out in London on Tuesday for a surprise visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea, where she spoke to patients and staff and even gave small glimpses of her own struggle with the illness.

Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi welcomed their first child together - Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi - in September 2021.

Married to Edoardo since 2020 - and currently pregnant with their second child - 36-year-old Beatrice is also stepmum to Edoardo's eight-year-old son Wolfie.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have remained two of the most talked-about figures in the world, from their royal exit to their Netflix shows and ongoing media presence.

However, this week, it’s their quieter role as members of the Montecito community in California that has garnered attention, especially as the couple plays an active part in helping with relief efforts amid the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.

Kelly Osbourne has called out celebrities for allegedly staging a "disturbing photo-op" amid the catastrophic Los Angeles fires, just days after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were named "disaster tourists" for it.

The daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne took to Instagram to upload a new video, which has now been deleted, to blast celebrities for "using other people’s pain and suffering as a photo op".

Princess Kate made an emotional visit this week to the very same hospital where she received her own cancer treatment last year.

The Princess of Wales, 43, stepped out on a solo trip to the Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea, London, on Tuesday where she met staff who had been involved in her care, along with patients undergoing chemotherapy.

An actress has said Meghan Markle should play herself if The Crown returns for another series.

Meg Ballamy, who played Kate Middleton in the sixth season of The Crown on Netflix, told journalist Richard Eden that only Meghan, 43, would be suitable to play her own character in the popular series that dramatises the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are close-knit siblings, with this likely to have strengthened after spending the last two years attending the same school together.

After spending their weekdays at Lambrook School, just a short drive from the Windsor cottage where they live with parents Prince William and Princess Kate, George, 11, Charlotte, nine, and Louis, six, spend their evenings and weekends at home as a family unit.

However, this family dynamic is soon set to change as within the next few years George will move on to another school as he approaches his teenage years, with this most likely set to be a boarding school.

Eagle-eyed royal watchers have noticed the centre stone of Meghan Markle's ring appears to have transformed from its original cushion shape to a square cut.

The 43-year-old - who is gearing up for the release of her new Netflix series on March 4 - released the trailer for With Love, Meghan earlier this month.

After spotting the notable change in the trailer, one fan took to social media, writing: "I don't think the centre stone is the same. The original was more cushion-shaped, and what she wears now is closer to emerald cut."

The Princess of Wales was praised for her "sensitive timing" in announcing that her cancer is in remission following her visit to the cancer hospital that was responsible for her treatment earlier this week.

Princess Kate stepped out in London on Tuesday for a surprise visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in Chelsea, where she spoke to patients and staff and even gave small glimpses of her own struggle with the illness.

A few hours after her visit, the princess posted a personal message on social media where she announced she is now in remission.

Since her statement, a cancer patient who met Kate on Tuesday praised the royal for her "sensitive timing".

Meghan Markle has been criticised for trying to "fit in somehow by playing a very dated housewifey role" with her new Netflix show, in a move which was dubbed "odd and disempowering" by a royal commentator.

The Duchess of Sussex stars in a new lifestyle series on Netflix titled With Love, Meghan, which is to be released on March 4.

With Love, Meghan, which is the Sussexes' fourth project for Netflix, will celebrate the "joys of cooking and friendship" and see the duchess share cooking, gardening and other tips and tricks with her friends. The show's trailer has gone viral on social media and shows Prince Harry's wife in a lavish kitchen at a Montecito mansion - not far from her own home - prepare dishes for her guests.

But royal broadcaster Helena Chard has warned it will take a long time for Meghan to be welcomed into the lifestyle circle.

Princess Anne is set to undertake her biggest royal engagement of the year so far next week as she prepares to jet abroad.

The Princess Royal, 74, will be visiting the Republic of South Africa from January 21 until January 22 to carry out a series of engagements, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

As President of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC), Anne will unveil the Cape Town Labour Corps Memorial, which honours the contribution of South African military labourers of the First World War.

The memorial, which will be opened by Anne next week, is also part of the CWGC’s commitment to ensure all those who died in the two World Wars are commemorated equally.

Prince Harry and Meghan Marke's "melodramatic" and full of "liberal clichés" statement against Meta has allegedly shown they are "now even more out of touch than ever", according to a royal commentator.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex released a powerful statement earlier this week in which they criticised Meta's latest decision to axe fact-checking, saying it "knowingly puts everyone in harm’s way".

Harry and Meghan urged the company, which owns Facebook and Instagram, to prioritise public safety and put an end to the growing hate speech on its platforms.

They also criticised the social media giant for responding to "political winds" and "abandon(ing) public safety in favour of profit, chaos, and control".

But the Telegraph's columnist Michael Deacon labelled the statement a "631-word whine" in which the Sussexes resorted to "all manner of shriekingly melodramatic liberal clichés" by using phrases such as "normalising hate speech", sowing "division", undermining "diversity and equity", endangering "marginalised communities", and even "destroying democracy".

Keir Starmer is set to use King Charles as a “secret weapon” over the next few years as Donald Trump is set to officially become President of the US once more.

While Starmer congratulated Trump on his election win last year, concerns are heightening as Trump is due to be inaugurated as the United States president on January 20.

The Labour Government are reportedly concerned about this change in US politics, with the i Paper reporting how chancellor Rachel Reeves is already preparing for a potential emergency mini-Budget in March.

There are also concerns about the ways in which Trump could damage the UK economy, for example by launching disastrous tariffs, which could eventually result in more problems for the Labour government.

The Prince of Wales has revealed his utmost wish about his two youngest children during his latest appearance, reports have claimed.

William had a busy Wednesday this week as he headed to Birmingham after being named patron of the College of Paramedics.

While there, William enjoyed a pint with fellow Aston Villa fans when the footie fanatics met up before a mid-week match.

Steve Jones, 56, met the royal at the pub and revealed his [Prince William's] wish that despite being a big Aston Villa fan, he doesn't want all of his three children to be.

Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne and granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, is known for her down-to-earth personality and effortless fashion sense.

Zara’s style often combines practicality with chic touches, a balance she’s clearly sharing with her eldest daughter Mia, who is celebrating her 11th birthday on Friday.

At public engagements and casual outings alike, Zara and Mia have appeared in coordinated outfits, from matching bobble-hats to similar shade head-pieces, and casual dresses

Kelly Osbourne has called out celebrities for allegedly staging a "disturbing photo-op" amid the catastrophic Los Angeles fires, just days after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were named "disaster tourists" for it.

The daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne took to Instagram to upload a new video, which has now been deleted, to blast celebrities for "using other people’s pain and suffering as a photo op".

In the video, she said: "Is it just me being my normal overthinking cynical self, or is it really disturbing to see all of these celebrities using other people’s pain and suffering as a photo op.

"No one asked you to come out and give hugs. Go home."

While Ms Osbourne didn't mention any celebrities by name, many people in the comment section pointed towards the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, whose recent appearance in LA, even though not the only ones, sparked backlash led by Hollywood actress Justine Bateman, who labelled them "disaster tourists.

Princess Charlotte and Mia Tindall have captured the hearts of the nation with their sweet bond which was evident during the Royal Family's big Christmas Day outing last month.

Zara and Mike Tindall's eldest daughter, who is celebrating her 11th birthday today, Friday, January 17, has joined the royals on numerous occasions.

In 2023, she was seen escorting the Prince and Princess of Wales's youngest child, Prince Louis, to church as she held his hand.

But last Christmas, Mia joined the royals again on their annual walk to Sandringham church on Christmas morning and shared a sweet moment with cousin Charlotte, with royal fans going wild over their bond.

Meghan Markle is "looking to her friends" to her boost her brand, one PR expert has claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex is preparing to launch her new Netflix series With Love, Meghan on March 4 - which was originally set to air today.

Due to ongoing devastation of the wildfires in California, a decision was made to postpone the series earlier this week.

Amid her "professional split" for husband Prince Harry, the 43-year-old is said to be "turning to her friends" - many of whom will air in With Love, Meghan - in order to help her brand.

Mia Tindall is celebrating her 11th birthday today with some of her favourite family members at her Gloucestershire home.

The young royal, who is the eldest child of Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall, is expected to enjoy private family celebrations for her big day, which will also most likely be spent at school.

Here at Express.co.uk, we have found nine of the sweetest photos of Mia Tindall.

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