The Queen will Lead British Royals at Service Marking End of Combat Operations in Afghanistan

Caption: Britain's monarch is head of the armed forces 
 

Caption: Left to right: Prince Charles, Prince Harry, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge

The Queen will lead the British royals at a service marking the end of combat operations in Afghanistan.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that the British monarch, who is head of the armed forces, and the Duke of Edinburgh will pay tribute to those who served during the conflict at St Paul's Cathedral in London on Friday 13 March.

Prince Charles will attend the service with his wife the Duchess of Cornwall and sons Prince William and Prince Harry.

The Duchess of Cambridge, née Kate Middleton, who will be around eight months pregnant, is also expected. Click link for full post from Hello Magazine.

Kate to Visit Margate in Kent on March 11th

There are just a few weeks to go until the arrival of her second child, but it's business as usual for the Duchess of Cambridge, née Kate Middleton. Kensington Palace have confirmed that the pregnant royal will visit Margate in Kent on Wednesday 11 March.

In what will be one of her last official outings before she heads off on maternity leave, the 33-year-old royal will undertake two engagements during her time in the seaside town.Click link for full post from HELLO Magazine.

Prince Harry Visits Avondale House in Newcastle

Caption: Prince Harry chats to former Royal Engineer Pete Foggins during a visit to the Armed Forces & Veterans Launchpad at Avondale House 

Prince Harry met several ex-serviceman during his tour of the residential buildings In Newcastle, the main building is called Avondale House and it contains 34 one-bedroom flats, along with leisure facilities, training and IT services for people living on site.

Recently refurbished, more than £1 million has been spent on giving the buildings a makeover and improving the services on offer for veterans, while in Liverpool, a new property, the £907m Speke House, has just been completed.

Speaking ahead of the visit, Major Ken McMillan, a Launchpad trustee and founder, told theNorthern Echo: 'We are delighted that Prince Harry is coming to Launchpad and the Byker Estate to meet our veterans undergoing transition.

'He will also get a good insight to our work when he speaks to the staff and members of other organisations who do so much to support Launchpad. The veterans are super-excited about meeting him and about being given the chance to share their stories with him.' Click link for full post from The Daily Mail.

Queen Celebrates 800 Years Since Magna Carta Was Sealed

The Queen was dressed in a bright red dress with a matching jacket 

Several Members of Parliament, constitutional historians, representatives of non-governmental organisations, and senior figures from the legal profession attended the reception at the palace to celebrate 800 years since the Magna Carta was sealed in 1215.

The Queen wore a bright red dress with a matching jacket and accessorised with a diamond brooch, a pair of pearl earrings and a pearl necklace.

During the event, guests were given the opportunity to view a facsimile of Magna Carta, provided by the British Library. King John agreed the Magna Carta at Runnymede, near Windsor, in June 1215 – a moment hailed as one of the most significant in English history. Click link for full post from The Daily Mail.

 

Kate's Grey Hair ......Don't Care!!!!

‘Oh Kate, Are You Really Showing Grey Roots At 33?’ 

A certain tabloid’s front page headline is grey-shaming the Duchess Of Cambridge today, after paparazzi ‘proof’ emerged showing her silvery roots at a charity appearance.

The picture evidence, zoomed in to the Nth degree, was captured when Kate visited the Emma Bridgewater pottery factory yesterday and tied half her hair into a loose knot.

We’re not even sure we can see the supposed streaks (take a look for yourself in the gallery above) but, regardless of whose head they’re on, what age she is, or whether she’s dyed it, crimped it, or left it au naturel… we think it’s just not an issue.

‘How is it 2015 and we're still making a big deal about women sporting a few grey hairs?’ asks Marie Claire’s Beauty Editor Suzanne Scott. Click link for full post from Marie Claire
 

Oscar Winner Eddie Redmayne a School Friend of Prince William!!

Caption: Birdsong actor Eddie Redmayne (bottom row fourth from right) at Eton,at the same time as Prince William ( top row far right) Photo: London Media 

Eddie Redmayne, who has won the Best Actor Oscar, is used to being photographed on the red carpet. But in his teenage years, he was more likely found alongside Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, during their days at Eton.

The pair posed together in 2000 as fellow members of "Pop", as Eton’s society of elected prefects. It is tradition for members to wear gaudy waistcoats of their own design. Prince William’s waistcoat was made from one of his Aston Villa shirts.

The two boys were also on the same rugby team in 1997. Click link for full post from The Telegraph.

Is Prince Harry Dating Pretty Emma Watson (of Harry Potter Fame)?

Caption Left: The fourth in line to the throne, pictured arriving at a film premiere earlier this month, is said to have asked Miss Watson on a date

Caption Right: Prince Harry and actress Emma Watson are rumoured to be secretly dating, according to reports 


Prince Harry is secretly dating Emma Watson after sending her an email to invite her out when she split from her boyfriend.

At least that's according to a completely unconfirmed Australian magazine report, which quotes a breathless unnamed insider as saying that the fourth-in-line to the throne is 'smitten'.

The report from supermarket aisle magazine Woman's Day has sent the internet rumour mill into overdrive and it has been picked up - rather skeptically - by websites around the world.  Click link for full post from The Daily Mail.

 

Camilla Meets Controversial Book Author Catherine Mayer at The Women of the World Festival 2015

Caption: Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall chats to author Catherine Mayer as she attends a reception in support of The Women Of The World Festival 2015 at Southbank Centre Photo: 2015 Getty Images 

The Duchess of Cornwall came face-to-face tonight with the author of a controversial book on her husband, the Prince of Wales.

Camilla spoke briefly with Catherine Mayer, whose unofficial biography - Charles: The Heart Of A King - claims the Queen is concerned about the potential style of the monarchy under her son.

The pair had a "quick chat" at Southbank Centre in central London ahead of this year's Women of the World (WOW) Festival, a royal spokeswoman said.

Among the guests were broadcaster Sandi Toksvig, Olympic gold-medal winner Christine Ohuruogu and internet entrepreneur Baroness Lane-Fox as the Duchess was announced as royal president of the festival. Click link for full post from The Telegraph.

 

Prince William to Visit China and Japan Next Month

Caption: Warm wishes: Prince William wished Chinese viewers a Happy New Year in a new video message broadcast last night 

Prince William's has impressed the Chinese with his language skills after wishing the country Happy New Year in Mandarin, ahead of his visit to China next month.

In a video clip - shown by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV - the Duke of Cambridge told viewers: 'Zhu ni men chun jie kuai le, yang nian da ji' (I wish you a happy Chinese New Year and good luck in the Year of the Sheep).

His Mandarin went down well in China, with one social media user describing it as 'cute' and another saying people usually focus of his receding hairline, but his 'Chinese is great'.

The message, which was broadcast last night and watched by millions, came on the eve of Chinese New Year, with 2015 becoming the Year of the Sheep.  Click link for full post from The Daily Mail.


 

Oh! The Perils of the Spotlight....Kate Flashes a Bit of Grey

Slip: The Duchess' chic up-do inadvertently showed off a glimpse of grey on either side of her ponytail 

Not long to go: Although the NHS says hair dye is OK during pregnancy, Kate has chosen not to risk it 


She's famous for her glossy chestnut locks but it seems that pregnancy has been taking its toll on the Duchess of Cambridge's beauty regime.

Touring the West Midlands with her hair in an elegant half-up hairstyle, a glimpse of grey could be seen peeping from beneath the knot holding it in place.

Of course, this is not the first time the 33-year-old royal has been snapped showing off a silver streak, with the most recent sighting coming early in January during a shopping trip.

Part of the reason for the spate of recent silver sightings is her second pregnancy: the Duchess has reportedly given up many of her beauty treats in a bid to avoid harming her baby.

Hair dye is one such beauty essential often given a wide berth by mothers-to-be, although celebrity hairstylist Jo Hansford says going without isn't always required.

Click link for full post from The Daily Mail.

Kate Visits Emma Bridgewater Pottery Factory in Stoke-on-Trent

Duchess of Cambridge, waves a she leaves after visiting the Emma Bridgwater factory 

Earlier today, the Duchess spent time at Emma Bridgewater pottery factory in Stoke-On-Trent, where she saw the production of a mug the company has launched in support of East Anglia's Children's Hospices, (EACH).

Kate took a tour of the factory and saw how the earthenware products were made and decorated by hand using traditional techniques.

Showing off her burgeoning baby bump, the Duchess, who is a patron of EACH, watched as she was shown the new mug.  Click link for full post from EXPRESS.

 

Is Kate Due in Early April?

Caption: Kate showed off her baby bump in Portsmouth on Thursday
 
The Duchess of Cambridge, née Kate Middleton, could be welcoming her second baby earlier than predicted after it has been claimed she was already suffering with morning sickness at the beginning of August. Kensington Palace announced that the Duchess was expecting her second child with husband Prince William on 8 September, after she was forced to miss a royal engagement.

The palace confirmed that the baby was due in April. Until now it has widely been believed that the 33-year-old's due date was towards the end of the month, because she was thought to only be five or six weeks pregnant at the time of the announcement. Click link for full post from Hello Magazine.

Kate Records Video for Children with Mental Health Problems

Caption: The Duchess of Cambridge appealing for vulnerable children in her video message 

THE Duchess of Cambridge is appealing for a change in attitudes towards the mental health problems affecting one in 10 of Britain’s children.

In a video message today marking the UK’s first Children’s Mental Health Week, she said young people damaged by family breakdown, domestic violence and a long working hours culture were “struggling to cope” alone.

Kate, who is seven months pregnant with her second child, recorded the message in her role as royal patron of the charity Place2Be, which gives support in schools to vulnerable children. Click link for full post from EXPRESS.

 

Rare Royal Memorabilia To Go on the Auction Block This Week - Including Items from William and Kate's Wedding

Caption: A rare fine photograph of Princess Diana, signed 1993

A REMARKABLE collection of historic royal memorabilia spanning nearly 200 years is set to fetch tens of thousands of pounds at auction next week.

A testament to the passion of collector Jim Hanson, it tells the story of the Royal Family in sepia photographs, letters, telegrams, elaborate menus and other colourful mementos.

The extraordinary collection, to be sold by auctioneers Reeman Dansie in Colchester, Essex, on February 17, includes a stunning photograph of Princess Diana, the menu from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding breakfast, and a rare signed photograph of Queen Victoria alongside three future Kings. Click link for full post from EXPRESS.  

 

The Telegraph Follows Kate's Wardrobe Choices -- Kate Visits Ben Ainslie Racing Headquarters

As the Duchess of Cambridge visits the home of Ben Ainslie Racing, The Telegraph delivers their verdict on Kate's wardrobe choices
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The Duchess dressed her burgeoning bump in a charming Max Mara coat to visit the home of Ben Ainslie Racing and the 1851 Trust in Portsmouth, accessorising with her trusty navy heels, matching clutch and pretty pendant earrings Click link for full post from The Telegraph.


 

Is Kate Still Suffering from Morning Sickness? She Sparks Rumours While Attending Royal Event Yesterday

Caption: The Duchess of Cambridge has previously suffered with morning sickness 

COULD this picture show the pregnant Duchess of Cambridge is suffering with a return of morning sickness?

Kate, 33, was spotted with a packet of mint imperials and Werther's Originals as she visited Portsmouth.

During the trip Prince William's wife, who looked glowing, met Sir Ben Ainslie at the construction site for the Olympic hero's new sailing hub.

The Duchess, who is seven months pregnant, has struggled in both of her pregnancies so far with acute morning sickness. Click link for full post from EXPRESS.

Kate Visits the Headquarters of Ben Ainslie Racing in Portsmouth

Caption Top: Not long to go: The Duchess is expecting her second child, which last month she admitted she could feel kicking during engagements

Caption Right: Perfect for George! Sir Ben Ainslie gave the Duchess a personalised Henri Lloyd t-shirt for Prince George emblazoned with his team's logo

Caption Left: The Duchess of Cambridge laughed as she turned the handle on a sailing winch simulator at the Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, in Portsmouth.

As a British fashion icon, The Duchess of Cambridge was unlikely to let a trip to the seaside pass without it influencing her personal style.

The Trust's new building is currently under construction and includes a mural wall painted by children drawn from six local schools.

Earlier in the day, the Duchess of Cambridge joined the children for a spot of painting, creating her own picture of a sail boat on the communal artwork.

Ever fastidious, the Duchess was careful not to get her cream £810 Max Mara Studio coat splashed during the painting session but smiled broadly as she chatted to a group of youngsters as she left her mark on the wall.

The Duchess, who was also wearing a pair of £395 Jimmy Choo pumps, was also introduced to local artists, James Waterfield and My Dog Sighs.

The pair have been charged with overseeing the mural, which depicts the skyline from Portsmouth to Ryde and includes views of the Isle of Wight and the Solent. Click link for full post from The Daily Mail. 

Pippa Middleton Pretty in Red as She Attends British Heart Foundation's The Red Ball

Caption: Pippa Middleton is radiant in red as she attends British Heart Foundation ball Photo: © Getty Images

Pippa Middleton was leading the ladies in red on Tuesday night, as she attended the British Heart Foundation's Roll Out The Red ball. The gorgeous and tanned Pippa, who had just arrived back from a family holiday to Mustique, was joined at the event by her brother James Middleton and his girlfriend, radio presenter Donna Air.


Pippa, who is an ambassador for the charity, wore a stunning red dress with lace floral overlay, and matching pointed heels. Click link for full post from Hello Magazine.

Vacation Ends -- William, Kate and George Make Their Way Home From Holiday in the Caribbean

Caption: On their way: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge board a British Airways plane en route to London 

They might have spent the last two weeks in a £14,000 Caribbean villa but, laden with bags and carrying their young son, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge looked very much like any other set of parents as they strode through St. Lucia's tiny airport.

The family was seen boarding a British Airways plane as they prepared to travel back to London, following their annual holiday on the island of Mustique.

Kate, who is almost seven months pregnant, and William were on the island to celebrate Carole Middleton's 60th birthday on the 31st January, as well as for a final family break before they become parents for a second time in April. Click link for full post and more pictures from The Daily Mail.

 

Queen Elizabeth is World's Oldest Monarch

Caption: The Queen is the world's oldest monarch 

THE Queen looked resplendent in red as she stepped out in public for the first time since she became the world’s oldest monarch.

She took the title following the death of King Abdullah of saudi Arabia, who died aged 90 on January 23. Click link for full post from EXPRESS.



 

Prince William and Kate May Be Hosting a PreBAFTA Party at Kensington Palace

Caption: Duchess Kate first met Reese in LA in 2011

Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, née Kate Middleton, are rumoured to be hosting a number of BAFTA nominees at their home on Saturday evening. The royal couple, who spent the past two weeks holidaying in Mustique, are thought to be welcoming stars including Reese Witherspoon and Amy Adams to Kensington Palace, although it has not been confirmed by the Palace.

Actors and actresses including Julianne Moore, Rosamund Pike, Patricia Arquette, Steve Carell and Benedict Cumberbatch are all expected at the star-studded reception as are Ralph Fiennes, Ethan Hawke, Felicity Jones and Michael Keaton.  Click link for full post from Hello Magazine.