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Royal Family RECAP: Expert's brutal verdict on why William can't fix feud with Harry

An expert claims Meghan Markle is said to be a major factor in the ongoing feud between the two brothers.

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By Hanisha Sethi, Royal Reporter, Sophia Papamavroudi

Prince Harry and King Charles' feud explained

Prince William's "mistrust of Meghan Markle" is a "major reason" why William won’t engage with his brother, Prince Harry, a leading expert has claimed. It has been five years since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle quit as senior working royals and moved to Montecito, California, to live with their two children, Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, three.

Speaking to Fox News, leading royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams claimed that "a mistrust of Meghan" is "a major reason" why William won’t engage with his brother, but only one of many.

He also claimed Prince William feels Harry has betrayed the Royal Family: "Given… the personal attacks on him in the memoir 'Spare,' reconciliation is likely to be a tough call with the [Prince of Wales]." The royal expert further warned, "There are some things which are not forgotten."

Harry's tell-all memoir, Spare, was released in January 2023, and included major moments of Prince Harry's life and relationship with the firm. According to Guinness World Records, Spare became "the fastest selling non-fiction book of all time" on the date of its release.

Mr Fitzwilliams added: "Of course, reconciliation is desirable and being in exile, which Harry is, is often very sad… The last time the brothers were together, at the memorial service for Lord Fellowes last August, they reportedly didn’t speak. I doubt much has changed."

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An expert claims William has a "mistrust" of Meghan (Image: WPA POOL)

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Meghan Markle's 7-word comeback after tense Prince William 'showdown'

Meghan Markle reportedly had a heated moment with Prince William after he confronted her about a comment she made about the Princess of Wales.

At the time, Kate was freshly postpartum following the birth of their third child in April 2018.

Tensions rose heavily around the time of Prince Louis' birth, which occurred just weeks before Meghan and Harry's wedding in Windsor. In his bombshell memoir Spare, Prince Harry wrote that Meghan had had a falling out with Princess Kate after telling the future Queen that she had "baby brain".

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Meghan Markle reportedly made a comment after William called her out (Image: Getty)

How Prince Archie was real 'inspiration' behind Prince Harry and Meghan's new project

Prince Archie reportedly played a key role in one of his parents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s new projects, it has emerged.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex recently announced through their media company, Archewell Productions, a new “multi-year first look” deal with Netflix, as their previous lucrative one was nearing its end.

While announcing the news, the couple also revealed all projects that they are and will be working on with the streaming giant. One of them is called Masaka Kids, A Rhythm Within.

And it looks like, aside from Harry’s humanitarian efforts in Africa, his son had a role to play in the latest project.

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Prince Archie was the inspiration behind the Sussexes' new project (Image: Getty)

Queen Camilla opens up on 'troubles' at her private home during latest appearance

Queen Camilla opened up on the “troubles of beekeeping” during her latest appearance in North Yorkshire this week.

The Queen attended the second day of the Sky Bet Ebor Festival at York Racecourse on Thursday.

While there, she met racecourse staff and representatives from local charities supported by the track.

Camilla was presented with a jar of honey by Selina and Harry Silk of Knavesmire Nectar, whose bees are based at the racecourse. The couple said they bonded with the Queen, who also has her own hives, over the "troubles of beekeeping".

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The Queen has been having trouble with her bees this summer (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle gushes about Prince Harry's surprising skill in new Instagram video

Meghan Markle gushed about her husband, Prince Harry, as she posted an unusual video of the Duke flaunting his surfing skills on social media on Friday night.

The Duchess of Sussex took to her official Instagram account to post new footage of Harry, seemingly surging under the Californian sun and manoeuvring through the waves.

The 18-second clip featuring the Duke was set to the music of Salt-N-Pepa’s Whatta Man.

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Meghan Markle gushes about Prince Harry in new video (Image: Getty)

Princess Kate interrupts summer break to issue heartfelt message

The Princess of Wales has issued a new message ahead of England’s rugby match against the USA tonight at the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Princess Kate, patron of both the Rugby Football Union and the Rugby Football League, took to her and Prince William’s official X account to send England’s Red Roses a good luck message.

The Red Roses are competing against the US tonight in their opening game at 7.30pm at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light, four years after their defeat to New Zealand.

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Princess Kate has issued a new message (Image: Getty)

Prince William and Kate's future neighbours speak out - 'I'll invite them in for a cuppa'

Prince William and Princess Kate will reportedly be relocating to their “forever home” this year, just four miles away from their current residence, Adelaide Cottage, in Windsor and their soon-to-be new neighbours have already started sharing their views on the big royal move.

The Prince and Princess of Wales are thought to be relocating to Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park alongside their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, after a difficult period in Windsor, which saw the passing of Queen Elizabeth and the King and Kate being diagnosed with cancer.

Now, locals have spoken of their rumoured new royal neighbours and expressed their sincere wish about the family.

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Prince William and Princess Kate will reportedly be moving homes soon (Image: Getty)

Queen Camilla’s skincare guru shares genius advice ahead of bank holiday

EXCLUSIVE: With the August bank holiday just around the corner, Britons are preparing to soak up the last of the summer sunshine – or escape on a last-minute getaway.

But according to Deborah Mitchell, Queen Camilla’s long-time beauty therapist, getting it wrong when it comes to sun care can leave skin badly damaged.

With decades of experience and a recently awarded Royal Warrant, Deborah’s expertise is trusted at the very highest level.

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Queen Camilla has been a loyal customer to Heaven Skincare for many years (Image: Getty)

Ex-royal butler reveals the one thing that would 'catch him off guard' about King Charles

Former royal butler Grant Harrold has revealed one thing that would "catch him off guard" about King Charles.

Mr Harrold worked at the King's country home of Highgrove in Gloucestershire between 2004 and 2011.

Recalling when he was in the middle of serving dinner, the King would often speak to him about his family. Mr Harrold said: "I would hear ‘Oh and how are you today?’ and I’d ignored him [King Charles] because I thought he was talking to the guests.

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Grant Harrold worked for the King for seven years (Image: Getty)

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Prince Harry issued warning to win one thing from King Charles

Prince Harry has been sent a warning on how he could attempt to rebuild his relationship with King Charles. According to a PR expert, the 40-year-old needs to avoid "more ugliness" - especially when it comes to his bombshell interviews.

This comes after members from both the King and Harry's teams were photographed having a discreet meeting at a private members' club back in July. The aim of the meeting was to build a closer working relationship between the two teams.

Speaking of what Harry could do to help rebuild the relationship with his father, Eric Schiffer, chairman of Reputation Management Consultants, told Newsweek: "I do think there is a path because I think Harry does want it."

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Prince Harry has been feuding with the royals for some time (Image: GETTY)

The one colour Princess Kate is banned from wearing due to strict royal rule

Princess Kate has become a global fashion icon, dazzling crowds in everything from elegant gowns to chic daywear. Yet despite her seemingly endless wardrobe choices, there is one shade she avoids at all costs – beige.

The Princess of Wales, 43, is said to have taken inspiration from the late Queen Elizabeth II, who famously championed bold colour-blocking. The monarch often stepped out in striking reds, regal blues and soft pastels designed to flatter and command attention at royal engagements.

Queen Elizabeth deliberately chose vivid hues so she could always be spotted in a crowd.

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The Princess of Wales is a huge fan of bold hues and vibrant designs (Image: GETTY)

Meghan Markle's audition disaster - 'Panic spread across the room'

Before landing a role in the US TV drama 'Suits', Meghan Markle was described as "impatient to make a start as a proper actress", despite facing multiple rejections. Biographer Sean Smith wrote in his book, Meghan Misunderstood, that shortly after graduating, Meghan wanted to make it in Hollywood.

Smith recounts an early audition moment for Meghan Markle, who wasn't content to settle for the role that she had auditioned for. At the time, Smith explains how Meghan told the director, after he asked her to repeat a line: "I can. However, I've read the script and I really respond to this other role and I'd like to audition for that."

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Meghan once landed a minor role in a film with Ashton Kutcher (Image: GETTY)

King Charles searches for new travel planner as dream job opens up at Buckingham Palace

King Charles is looking for a new member of staff who can handle “sensitive and complex issues” for one of his royal residences in London. The Royal Household has listed on its official website a new job listing for a Royal Engagements Officer, who will work within the Private Secretary’s Office at Buckingham Palace.

The job offers a fixed-term contract for one year, starting from November 2025 until November 2026. The person will earn £40,000 a year and work 37.5 hours a week from Monday to Friday.

The person in the role will join the Royal Engagements team, which has a mission to facilitate “meaningful contact between Their Majesties’ and the world through careful coordination, thoughtful briefings, and seamless delivery of engagements.”

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King Charles is looking for a new staff member (Image: GETTY)

Two major royals set to travel abroad as palace issues statement

Buckingham Palace has announced that the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh will be heading abroad next month - to two separate countries. In order to mark the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea’s independence from Australia, Prince Edward will visit Papua New Guinea on behalf of King Charles from Sunday, September 14, to Wednesday, September 17.

The Prince will then be joined by his wife, the Duchess of Edinburgh for a key visit to Japan. They will arrive in the country on Thursday, September 18 and remain there until Monday, September 22, to celebrate the good relationship between the UK and Japan.

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The couple will travel abroad (Image: GETTY)

Princess Kate ‘grimaced’ after tense Meghan Markle moment

Princess Kate once allegedly “grimaced” after Meghan Markle’s request, according to Prince Harry. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may have a frosty relationship with the Royal Family now, but that wasn’t always the case.

Meghan married into the Royal Family in May 2018 but she made her first joint appearance with Prince William and Princess Kate just months before as Prince Harry’s fiancée. In February 2018, the two couples attended the first annual Royal Foundation Forum, where an “awkward moment” took place between the two women, according to the Duke. Harry wrote in his memoir, Spare, that the incident took place due to a forgotten lip gloss.

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Meghan Markle made Princess Kate 'grimace' according to Prince Harry (Image: GETTY)

Meghan Markle teases major milestone in new Instagram video

Meghan Markle has shared a new message on Instagram just days before hitting a new major milestone. The Duchess of Sussex took to her Instagram stories on Thursday evening to share a new clip of what appears to be her making crisps on her own.

Meghan’s clip appeared to hint that fans will be able to see how she makes her own crisps at home in the new season of her Netflix show, which will land on Tuesday. She captioned the video: “New season of ‘With Love, Meghan’ August 26th on @netflix.

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Meghan Markle shared a new video on Instagram (Image: NETFLIX)

Prince Harry slammed by royal expert for stunt 'aimed at upstaging Kate and Will'

Prince Harry was blasted for his "PR stunt” on VJ Day, with one royal expert accusing him of trying to “upstage” Prince William and Princess Kate. The King led the royals as the nation commemorated the 80th anniversary of VJ Day last Friday during the national service or remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum.

The Prince and Princess of Wales did not attend the ceremony, while the Duke of Sussex left a wreath and a note at the Burma Star Memorial. Harry paid a poignant tribute to his late grandfather, Prince Philip, in the letter, which was placed after Charles and Camilla left to avoid distracting from the service.

But a group of royal commentators blasted him for the move, dubbing it an “obvious PR stunt”.

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Prince Harry laid a wreath with a note on VJ Day (Image: PA)
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