Royal Family: Meghan Markle's 'problem' exposed hours before new announcement

Princess Eugenie looked extra stylish in a chic ensemble at Royal Ascot 2025 as she was joined by top politician, Ben Wallace, the former UK Secretary of State for Defence. The politician looked smart in a dark suit, silver tie and beige waistcoat, whereas the 35-year-old donned a white and high-waisted skirt.

The mother-of-two opted for a daring crop top and her chic look was finished with a wide-brimmed hat and heels. The Princess of York also carried one of her most-used handbags - a hexagonal-shaped number by M2 Malletier. Ascot Racecourse is well-known for its strict dress code, particularly in the Royal Enclosure - the general consensus includes that dresses or skirts should be of modest length, falling just above the knee or longer.

In a selfie-style video uploaded onto her Instagram stories, Meghan Markle spoke out in disbelief as she relayed the news that new products from her brand As Ever had almost sold out. Filmed in a garden full of pink blooming flowers, Meghan Markle, wearing a plain white vest top, surrounded by the pink blooms, spoke directly to her fans.

She said: "We spent so much time making sure we had so much more inventory. That's why we took the time. And you guys are doing it again. We're nearly sold out on everything, and I can't believe it, even flower sprinkles, which I knew was going to be the big one again, so that has more inventory than all of it. And that's also about to sell out."

Zara Tindall channelled her modern Cinderella today as she made yet another appearance at Royal Ascot. Princess Anne's daughter looked chic in a powder blue suit featuring wide-leg trousers.

The Olympic equestrian stepped out in a magnificent two-piece suit from Veronica Beard, layered over a blue silk shirt. To make it Royal Ascot worthy, the royal donned a fabulous colour-matching fascinator by Jenny Roberts with an extravagant white bow. She completed the look with a pair of light blue heels, a white clutch, and her MONC sunglasses that she wore on Thursday.

Fans of The Duchess of Sussex remain frustrated and confused about the items and quantities of Meghan Markle's second product drop for her As Ever collection on June 20. It comes as new products - including Apricot Spread in Keepsake Packaging and Limited-Edition Orange Blossom Honey - sold out within 10 minutes of launch.

It is unknown how much stock was available and the apricot spread without keepsake packaging was still available to purchase at the time of writing. Social media users are questioning why there were only two new products available after a big marketing tease. One said: "Wait so she only thing new she dropped was apricot spread?"

Meghan Markle has released her second seasonal drop of As Ever products this afternoon, months after her sell-out launch in April. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, promised fans that not only would popular products from the first launch return to the shelves, but new products would be added.

These new products include a new apricot spread, while other products from the first launch that are available to buy again include her viral flower sprinkles, her crepe mix and her herbal teas and her organic honey.

Meghan's apricot spread in keepsake packaging and her organic honey sold out in the first 10 minutes of the collection going live.

The Princess of Wales has issued a new statement to celebrate a cause close to her heart, just days after she pulled out of Royal Ascot. Princess Kate, who is Royal Patron of two children’s hospices, East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) and Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice in South Wales, has marked this year's Children's Hospice Week, which is taking place from June 16 until June 22.

In a highly personal message, the future Queen, who dedicated her royal career to promoting the importance of early years development in children, spoke of the difference hospice care and support make to families at unimaginably difficult times.

Meghan Markle has been estranged from her father Thomas Markle for seven years, with the duchess’ dad still reportedly “distraught” about his relationship with the California-based royal. Although they once shared an idyllic father-and-daughter relationship, it is believed problems started to arise when Mr Markle staged paparazzi pictures before Meghan, 43, wed Prince Harry, 40, in 2018.

It is believed Mr Markle, who ended up unable to attend the couple’s wedding in Windsor as a result of health issues, allowed the staged photographs as he thought it would make him look good and help Meghan after he had been repeatedly followed by photographers.

Prince Edward is set to jet overseas solo next week to spend seven days in Canada, Buckingham Palace has said. The Duke of Edinburgh, 61, will carry out a number of royal engagements in the country from June 25 until July 2, visiting several different areas.

As reported by GB News, Edward - who will be making the trip without his wife, the Duchess of Edinburgh - will visit Prince Edward Island, Toronto and Ottawa. As Colonel-in-Chief of The Prince Edward Island Regiment since 2005, the duke will attend celebrations marking the regiment's 150th anniversary, including a Freedom of the City parade.

Meghan Markle has been accused of stooping to a new low after suggesting that she was lied about during her time as a royal. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, made a comment this week when she appeared on the Aspire with Emma Grede podcast.

When asked if she would do anything differently to change her public narrative, which is very controversial, Meghan said: "Yes, I would ask people to tell the truth." This was seen as a dig at the royals and their aides, with the Duchess suggesting she was lied about.

Royal Ascot has released the carriage procession list for the fourth day of the five-day meet in Berkshire. The only members of the Royal Family attending the racecourse today are King Charles and Queen Camilla, who will be joined in the first carriage by the Lord and Lady Cavendish of Furness.

The second carriage will include Sheikh Hamad Bin Abdullah Al Thani, the Queen's companion, the Marchioness of Lansdowne, and the Earl and Countess of Caledon. The third carriage will carry the Lord and Lady Bamford and Irish jockey Willie Mullins with his wife, Jackie. Lastly, the fourth carriage will include the Baron and Baroness Lloyd-Webber and Baron Benyon with his wife, Zoe Robinson.

Peter Phillips' girlfriend Harriet Sperling has stolen the spotlight at Royal Ascot after she was snapped publicly curtsying to King Charles and Queen Camilla. The paediatric specialist nurse and freelance writer appeared to be in her element as she mingled with other members of the Royal Family during Day Three, Ladies' Day, of the five-day meet in Berkshire.

Harriet looked stunning in the colour of the season as she donned a butter yellow dress, which she paired with a colour-matching fascinator, a white clutch and light beige heels. She was seen curtsying as the King and Queen's carriage was entering the racecourse. She was also seen being close with Peter's family, as she was snapped kissing the Princess Royal on the cheek, chatting to the King and Queen as well as catching up with Zara Tindall and Princess Beatrice.

Prince Louis may only be seven-years-old, but there is no denying the fact he often steals the show at big royal events. Over the years, Louis has attended many special royal occasions with his brother Prince George, 11, and sister Princess Charlotte, 10, alongside their parents Prince William and Princess Kate.

While the young prince often has fans laughing with his cheeky antics, whether that be his enthusiastic waving to the crowds or showing off his dancing move, he often also catches the attention of royal fans through his adorable ways. This was the case during last week’s Trooping the Colour celebrations - an event that takes place annually to celebrate the monarch’s official birthday.

Whilst sat in a carriage with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate as part of the day’s celebrations, Louis asked his older brother a sweet three-word question as they passed cheering crowds.

Prince Andrew has been given a three-year warning regarding his living situation at Royal Lodge, reports have claimed. The Duke of York is reportedly in a "rumbling dispute" over renovations at the 30-room property in Windsor, thought to be worth £30million.

Andrew was said to have been struggling with the upkeep of the mansion which caused tensions with his brother, the King, however, earlier this year, it emerged that he managed to secure funds to support himself. He has been living in the 19th-century Grade-II listed building since 2003, when he was granted a 75-year lease agreement by the Crown Estate, which owns it. But now reports suggested Andrew may "get the boot" in 2028, as the Crown Estate is "losing patience" with the disgraced Duke.

Royal experts have weighed in on Meghan Markle's request that people "tell the truth" about her during her latest podcast appearance with businesswoman Emma Grede. On the podcast, Meghan revealed that she wanted people to "tell the truth" about her when she was asked, "If you could rewrite your public narrative from scratch, is there anything you would do differently?"

On the Sun's Royal Exclusive show, news commentator Samara Gill spoke to the outlet's royal editor Matt Wilkinson. She said: "The fact is she is a constant liar and her whole brand is built on a spin of lies. I don't trust a word that woman says. I think it is very, very low for her to insinuate that we should listen to her truth or that the Royal Family should tell the truth."

King Charles and Queen Camilla led the procession into the Ascot racecourse yesterday to mark the first day of the five-day meet in Berkshire, and they made a telling move by welcoming a new member into the royal fold.

Peter Phillips made his debut with his new girlfriend, Hariett Sperling, riding in the third carriage on the first day of Royal Ascot. The couple have been dating for over a year, but this is the first time the two attended a royal engagement together, which was seemingly royally approved by the King.

Princess Beatrice looked dazzling yesterday as she arrived at Royal Ascot alongside other members of the Royal Family. The 36-year-old was all smiles as she arrived in the third carriage of the royal procession, joined by her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

Beatrice looked glamorous in a yellow dress with blue flowers by Monique Lhuillier and a white fascinator. She finished the look with a white clutch and a pair of nude heels. Edo looked equally dapper in a morning suit and tie alongside a top hat.

Prince William made a hilarious admission about his school days on Thursday as he visited laboratories with Hollywood star Cate Blanchett. The Prince of Wales, 42, stepped out with the actress at the Norwich headquarters of UK-based company Colorifix to find out how they make sustainable clothing dye.

The future King was all smiles on the visit as he sported a lab coat to find out all about how Colorifix make the dye. As he was told about certain parts of the process, the prince looked intrigued and made a suggestion that he wasn’t always an avid listener in school.

Meghan Markle has taken to social media today just hours before As Ever is set to drop some new seasonal products. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, posted a new photograph of herself on a garden swing to celebrate the brand’s second product launch, which is just hours away.

Captioning the photograph, which shows Meghan wearing a puffy-sleeved summer dress, the duchess wrote: “No more sleeps!” It is not known whether the new photograph was taken at the duchess’ Montecito home, which she shares with Prince Harry and their children. The photograph comes just hours before As Ever is set to launch its next set of products, which will include some items from the first launch and some new ones.

The Duchess of Gloucester, who's been quietly supporting the monarchy by carrying out her royal duties, is celebrating her 79th birthday today. The royal will most likely mark her special day privately with her nearest and dearest.

Danish-born Birgitte has become an unsung hero in recent years, having attended a handful of events alongside Queen Camilla while King Charles and Princess Kate underwent cancer treatment last year. The Duchess, who is married to Prince Richard, has attended more than 5,000 engagements during her 40 years of service.

Duchess Sophie has been a member of the Royal Family for 26 years now, however her popularity has soared in particular in recent years. The Duchess of Edinburgh, 60, has been in the spotlight more than ever recently as a result of her dedication to the monarchy, with many royal fans dubbing her “Super Sophie”.

However, as well as being popular with the public, Prince Edward’s wife also seems to be popular with his royal relatives, who welcomed her into the fold from the moment she married the prince in 1999. Although unconfirmed by the royals themselves, it is believed the family refer to Sophie as a “secret weapon” for the monarchy, according to The Sun's royal editor Matt Wilkinson - a very flattering two-word nickname.

The Prince of Wales travelled to Norwich on Thursday to visit an Earthshot Prize Finalist along with a very special guest. Joining forces with actress and Earthshot Prize Council member, Cate Blanchett, Prince William visited Colorifix, a UK-based biotechnology which creates sustainable dye for clothing.

When they arrived, the duo toured the company's laboratories and were taken through each stage of the dye process. While there, the prince and Ms Blanchett were shown how Colorifix can identify the DNA code that produces the pigment and how the dye liquid is attached to the fabric before hearing about how the process saves water, energy, and carbon emissions at every step.

Meghan Markle has been accused of stooping to a new low after suggesting that she was lied about during her time as a royal. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, made a comment this week when she appeared on the Aspire with Emma Grede podcast.

When asked if she would do anything differently to change her public narrative, which is very controversial, Meghan said: "Yes, I would ask people to tell the truth." This was seen as a dig at the royals and their aides, with the Duchess suggesting she was lied about.

Zara Tindall turned heads yesterday as she made an appearance at Royal Ascot alongside her husband, Mike Tindall. The Tindalls appeared to be in good spirits as they made their way into the third day, Ladies' Day, of the five-day meet in Berkshire.

They arrived in the fourth carriage of Thursday's royal procession, which included the King and Queen, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne with Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence and Princess Beatrice with her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. Zara looked stunning in a black and white shirt dress by Laura Green and a colour-matching hat. She accessorised the look with a pair of black and pearl earrings by Laurence Coste and a black clutch by Mulberry.

Prince William is set for a busy week of royal engagements next week as part of London Climate Action Week. In his role as President and Founder of The Earthshot Prize and as Founder of The Royal Foundation’s United for Wildlife, the Prince of Wales, 42, will attend events at the climate festival that aim to focus on how nature and the climate can be improved.

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