PRINCE Harry used to be a wild child but things changed when he met Meghan Markle, a bombshell new book has claimed.
Speaking of a “complex” young Harry and his brother William, royal author Valentine Low writes: “The younger prince was a dashing figure, flying an Apache helicopter, and was heavily committed in the area of children’s health, with charities like Well Child. But he also used to be quite a wild lad. When Harry was young, it was easy to forgive him, his transgressions. But at what point does a wild lad become a seedy old roué? At the time, it was nothing to worry about: just something to keep an eye on.
“Eventually, of course, the problem would resolve itself, but not in a way that Lowther-Pinkerton or anyone else imagined. The wild lad died the day Harry met Meghan Markle.”
It comes as another royal writer, Duncan Larcombe, said the Sussexes must make a decisive choice over their future in the Royal Family, commenting: “In my opinion, it’s only Meghan and Harry who can decide what they want.
“Do they want to forgive and forget, creating unity with the royal family? Or do they want a wholly separated life in California? They cannot have both.”
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Kate ‘played down’ her outfit choice during hospital visit, body language expert says
According to body language expert Darren Stanton, Kate Middleton went for a more understated look with her choice of mustard dress on Wednesday.
“Kate always dresses appropriately for the occasion,” Mr Stanton told Betfair Casino.
“She often goes for powerful colours such as red or blue while attending the likes of royal events or premieres.
“However, she played down her outfit in a mustard dress on this visit. This shows Kate is keen to ensure the attention is very much on the staff and patients at the hospital.”
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Could this be the end for Harry and Meghan’s bombshell docuseries?
A source has claimed that Harry and Meghan are extremely worried about the release of their tell-all docuseries.
This comes after Her Majesty’s tragic passing last month, which has made the couple reconsider the content of their show.
One insider reportedly told Page Six: “Harry and Meghan are panicked about trying to tone down even the most basic language. But it’s their story, from their own mouths.”
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Princess Anne beams as she is gifted hand made scarf
During a visit of Edinburgh College of Art, a student gave the Princess a gorgeous scarf as a gift.
Rosie Baird designed the scarf from St James Quarter tartan.
She was given a special tour on 29 September of the St James Quarter, in Scotland.
Her duties also included unveiling the new foundation stone, and meeting the Managing Director of the development, Europe Nuveen Real Estate, Martin Perry, and Lord Provost, Cllr Robert Aldridge.
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Kate compared to Princess Diana as she meets hospital workers on royal duty
A body language expert has hailed the Princess of Wales, comparing her to Lady Diana Spencer and branding her a “fantastic communicator.”
“If we look at her body language, we can see Kate has amazing eye contact with everyone she meets,” Darren Stanton told Betfair Casino.
“While meeting a lady at the front of the hospital, the pair were both mirroring each other while Kate matched and maintained eye contact with the woman – unconscious gestures made by Kate to develop a good rapport with those she is interacting with and proof that she is a fantastic communicator much like Princess Diana.
“There’s also a sincerity in Kate’s emotions when we see her in public. On her arrival to the hospital, she was greeted by onlookers and gifted with flowers, with Kate displaying genuine gratitude by flashing a wide smile – her face was fully engaged and there was a softness around her eyes.”
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In pictures: William and Kate visit Northern Ireland
The royal couple took to Belfast yesterday as they continued their duties as the Prince and Princess of Wales.
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Former royal aide brands Andrew ‘the runt of the litter’
In a new documentary set to explore Prince Andrew’s relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein, a former royal press secretary SLAMS the disgraced duke.
Dickie Arbiter says: “The problem is, the man’s an idiot.
“There’s always one runt of the litter, and Andrew was it.”
Prince Andrew: Banished, aired on US channel Peacock, and explored how he “brought scandal and disgrace” upon the Royal Family.
Click here to read more about the explosive doc.
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Man who ‘stormed Windsor Castle with a crossbow’ will face treason trial
Jaswant Singh Chail, 20, was detained in the grounds of Windsor Castle on Christmas Day last year, while Her Majesty was in residence.
He stands accused of entering the castle with a “loaded crossbow.”
On Tuesday Chail appeared in court via video link where he was charged under the Treason Act.
The judge also set a provisional trial for March 20 next year, to last two to three weeks.
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Does Prince Harry miss Royal duties?
The Duke of Sussex left the Royal life almost two years ago, but has been spotted looking “miserable”.
A royal biographer has claimed that Prince Harry’s American dream life may not be what he expected, as he was looking “utterly miserable” claims Hugo Vickers.
He believes the Prince might miss Royal duty and the sense of purpose he had in the family and British Army.
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Kate is a ‘natural’ during royal engagements
Body language expert Darren Stanton has said the Princess of Wales is a “natural” when attending royal engagements.
“Kate is obviously a natural when it comes to royal engagements. Following several years of attending major events and representing the Royal family comes very much within her stride,” Mr Stanton told Betfair Casino.
“Her body language shows she has become very confident and exudes a calmness about her – with or without Prince William by her side.
“She holds herself in a strong manner and Kate knows how to engage with those around her, often looking on very closely when speaking to someone.
“She rarely gets distracted and gives that person her undivided attention.”
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Prince William makes a new friend during St. Georges Park visit
It’s a well-known fact that Prince William is a big fan of Premier League side Aston Villa.
So it is no surprise that while visiting England’s training ground yesterday, he sought out the nearest Villa supporter.
He made a beeline for ten-year-old Nesia Joao, who was wearing a Villa strip.
The schoolgirl, of Edgbaston, Birmingham, said afterwards: “He told me Villa was his favourite team and said that he wouldn’t want us to let him down. We promised not to.
“At first I thought he would be strict, because he’s in the Royal Family and has to follow these guidelines. But he’s really talkative, fun and a nice guy. My dad will be really proud.”
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Kate ‘played down’ her outfit choice during hospital visit, body language expert says
According to body language expert Darren Stanton, Kate Middleton went for a more understated look with her choice of mustard dress yesterday.
“Kate always dresses appropriately for the occasion,” Mr Stanton told Betfair Casino.
“She often goes for powerful colours such as red or blue while attending the likes of royal events or premieres.
“However, she played down her outfit in a mustard dress on this visit. This shows Kate is keen to ensure the attention is very much on the staff and patients at the hospital.”
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Sophie, Countess of Wessex works to end sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The Countess of Wessex spoke at a reception, where organisations from across the DCR were invited to learn how to help young women and girls across the nation.
Sophie spoke to the guests in French, thanking them for working towards ending sexual violence.
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Trail date set for man who threatened to kill the Queen with a crossbow
Jaswant Singh Chail, is charged with Britain’s Treason Act, after he was arrested outside Windsor Castle last Christmas.
The 20-year-old didn’t enter a plea, and will go on trail on 20 March next and would last two to three weeks.
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Prince Harry launches legal battle on Associated Newspapers
He joins Elizabeth Hurley and Sir Elton John for breaches of privacy law.
A spokesman for the publisher said: “We utterly and unambiguously refute these preposterous smears.
“These unsubstantiated and highly defamatory claims – based on no credible evidence – appear to be simply a fishing expedition by claimants and their lawyers.”
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‘Hugely nervous’ Royal family await Prince Harry’s memoir
Royal author Tom Bower said the memoir is a “time bomb”.
Tom Bower told Page Six: “I think that everybody knows that the Sussexes can’t amend the book in any way.
“Can they make it nastier? Because otherwise, we wouldn’t get sales.”
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Former royal aide brands Andrew ‘the runt of the litter’
In a new documentary set to explore Prince Andrew’s relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein, a former royal press secretary SLAMS the disgraced duke.
Dickie Arbiter says: “The problem is, the man’s an idiot.
“There’s always one runt of the litter, and Andrew was it.”
Prince Andrew: Banished, aired last night on US channel Peacock, and explored how he “brought scandal and disgrace” upon the Royal Family.
Click here to read more about the explosive doc.
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Prince Harry’s decline to visit Balmoral is a ‘source of regret’
Katie Nicholl claims that Prince Harry declining his late grandmother’s invites will haunt him forever.
Katie told Fox News Digital: “The queen traditionally hosted a big gathering for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
“It was always a weekend that she looked forward to. And on this occasion, the Sussexes didn’t go. I was told that it wouldn’t have fit their narrative at that point.
“The narrative was very much ‘this is us against them.’
“There was that sense of separation. And perhaps turning up and playing happy families wouldn’t have fit into that narrative.”
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Prince Harry’s ‘wild’ antics ‘died’ when he met Meghan
The Prince stopped being “quite a wild lad” when hemet his wife, a book has claimed.
Harry was known for his love for parties and being out with friends, and author Valentine Low claims this all ended when Harry met Meghan.
In his book, Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Crown, Low wrote: ” The younger prince was a dashing figure, flying an Apache helicopter, and was heavily committed in the area of children’s health, with charities like Well Child.
“But he also used to be quite a wild lad.”
Low continued: “The wild lad died the day Harry met Meghan Markle,” the Mirror reported.
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King Charles warned to not disturb newts when building a new Highgrove gift shop
The King plans to build a permanent gift shop at the country location, but will have to be careful not to damage the local wildlife.
His project can only go ahead if no Great Crested Newts are found in the area, as they are a rare species.
Highgrove is located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire.
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Woman confronts Princess of Wales in Ireland
Kate was caught up in an awkward altercation after she was told that it would be “better” if she had stayed in the UK.
The Princess joined the Prince of Wales for a trip to Belfast today, where they had a jam packed schedule.
A woman was heard saying to Kate “Ireland belongs to the Irish” as Kate went to shake her hand.
“Nice to meet you,” the woman said, “but it would be better if you were in your own country.”
Kate laughed off the awkward encounter and moved on to greet other people.
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Trail date set for man who threatened to kill the Queen with a crossbow
Jaswant Singh Chail, is charged with Britain’s Treason Act, after he was arrested outside Windsor Castle last Christmas.
The 20-year-old didn’t enter a plea, and will go on trail on 20 March next and would last two to three weeks.
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Princess of Wales steals hearts as she cradles baby in maternity ward
Kate Middleton visited the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford, on Wednesday.
She chatted with Sylvia Novak on the maternity ward.
Baby Bianca Moran was held by Kate, while she chatted to mother Sylvia.
Kate told Sylvia: “I keep thinking Louis is a baby but he’s a big boy now. It just feels like yesterday.”
Bianca was born early at 34 weeks and five days, and is in hospital being looked after by a specialist team.
“She looks so comfortable,” the princess said, pleased to be able to have a cuddle with the newborn.
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Queen didn’t ‘truly understand’ why Prince Harry left Royal life
A royal commentator claimed that the Queen didn’t know why “one of hers” would want to ditch royal duties.
Author of the new book, Katie Nicholl told the Daily Mail’s Palace Confidential: “For a young girl who was never destined to be Queen, but who made that pledge to serve for her whole life – duty was in her DNA.
“So the idea that one of hers could turn their backs on that duty, I think she did struggle to understand that.”
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Prince and Princess of Wales’ cocktail making competition
Wills and Kate shared clips of the two shaking up a storm at Trademarket in Belfast.
There was a lot of giggling involved, as the two shook up a storm.
On Twitter, they wrote: “It’s wonderful to be back in Northern Ireland today!”
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It’s five o’clock somewhere! Wills & Kate make cocktails
Prince William and Kate visited Belfast, Ireland today, and got stuck in making some alcoholic beverages.
The two visited Trademarket, an out door street food market.
After the heated cocktail making competition, Prince William was crowned the winner.
For their royal visit to Ireland, the Prince and Princess of Wales are taking part in several charity events across the community.
The Prince and Princess of Wales tasting drinks after a cocktail making competition during a visit to TrademarketCredit: PA