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Prince Andrew’s ex-wife Sarah Ferguson explains why she won’t attend King Charles coronation
Prince Harry is suing News Group Newspapers (NGN), publisher of The Sun and the now-defunct News Of The World at a hearing today at the High Court in London.
It is the latest in a number of legal battles being fought by the Duke of Sussex against UK press organisations over alleged unlawful information gathering at its titles.
NGN will ask a judge to throw out the case, as well as a similar claim brought against the publisher by actor Hugh Grant.
Lawyers for the publisher are expected to argue at a hearing on Tuesday, before Mr Justice Fancourt, that Harry‘s claim was made too late and should be struck out.
The hearing is expected to last three days and the judge will determine whether their claims will progress to a trial, which is due to be heard in January next year.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle has denied reports claiming that her decision not to attend her father-in-law’s coronation was influenced by correspondence between herself and the then-Prince of Wales.
Latest hearing in Prince Harry’s legal battle with UK press to begin today
The latest hearing in a number of legal battles being fought by the Duke of Sussex against UK press organisations is due to take place at the High Court in London.
Harry is suing News Group Newspapers (NGN), publisher of The Sun and the now-defunct News Of The World, over alleged unlawful information gathering at its titles.
NGN will ask a judge to throw out the case, as well as a similar claim brought against the publisher by actor Hugh Grant.
Lawyers for the publisher are expected to argue at a hearing on Tuesday, before Mr Justice Fancourt, that Harry‘s claim was made too late and should be struck out.
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The hearing is expected to last three days and the judge will determine whether their claims will progress to a trial, which is due to be heard in January next year.
The claim is one of a number of legal actions currently being brought by the duke, who appeared in person at the High Court last month for a preliminary hearing against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), publisher of The Mail and Mail On Sunday.
He is also expected to give evidence at a trial over allegations of unlawful information against tabloid publisher Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN), due to begin next month, with Harry due to appear in court in June.
The publisher of titles including The Mirror, The Sunday Mirror and The Sunday People, MGN has previously settled a number of claims against it in relation to unlawful information gathering, as has NGN.
The Duke of Sussex is involved in other litigation against newspapers and is bringing two separate legal actions against ANL, one over The Mail On Sunday’s coverage of his judicial review against the Home Office about his security arrangements for his family when they are visiting the UK.
The other is over alleged unlawful information gathering at ANL titles, which is being brought alongside other high-profile figures including Baroness Doreen Lawrence and Sir Elton John.
Hearings took place last month in both of his legal actions against ANL and rulings are awaited in each.
Harry has been outspoken in his criticism of the British press, most recently in his memoir Spare and in a number of television interviews.
Tuesday’s hearing is due to start at 10.30am.
Maryam Zakir-Hussain25 April 2023 09:00
Meghan Markle makes surprise appearance to introduce friend’s Ted Talk
The Duchess of Sussex made a surprise public appearance to introduce a longtime friend’s Ted Talk.
Meghan appeared in a video to introduce photographer Misan Harriman, who was about to deliver his speech.
“Our next speaker has an unmatched eye for a good photograph,” she said.
“I’ve experienced his talent firsthand as he has captured many meaningful milestones for me and my family, and I know there are many others who share in this experience.”
Photographs of the Sussexes that Harriman has captured include Princess Lilibet’s first birthday portrait.
Meghan Markle makes surprise appearance to introduce friend’s Ted Talk
The Duchess of Sussex made a surprise public appearance to introduce a longtime friend’s Ted Talk. Meghan appeared in a video to introduce photographer Misan Harriman, who was about to deliver his speech. “Our next speaker has an unmatched eye for a good photograph,” she said. “I’ve experienced his talent firsthand as he has captured many meaningful milestones for me and my family, and I know there are many others who share in this experience.” Photographs of the Sussexes that Harriman has captured include Princess Lilibet’s first birthday portrait. Click here to sign up for our newsletters.
Maryam Zakir-Hussain25 April 2023 09:55
Proclaimers song removed from King’s coronation playlist
A classic song by the Proclaimers has been removed from King Charles III’s coronation playlist after complaints were received over their anti-monarchy views.
Craig Reid and Charlie Reid of the Proclaimers perform at the celebration of the World Premiere of “Sunshine On Leith” with special performance by The Proclaimers during the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival
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The track, “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)”, will no longer feature on the official celebration playlist, according to a report.
The playlist is compiled by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. It includes other tracks such as “Daddy Cool” by Boney M, “Come Together” by The Beatles, and “Our House” by Madness.
It previously included Dizzee Rascal’s “Dance Wiv Me”, but DCMS removed the song after members of the public pointed out that the grime artist was convicted of assaulting his ex-fiancee.
Craig and Charlie Reid of the Proclaimers, who are Scottish, have made their republican views clear over the years.
Last year, Charlie spoke out in support of Symon Hill, who shouted: “Who elected him?” during a proclamation ceremony for the King in Oxford.
He was taken away from the event in a police van and he was charged with using threatening or abusive words, or disorderly behaviour. His case was later dropped.
Kate Ng24 April 2023 15:34
Sarah Ferguson reveals why she was not invited to King’s coronation: ‘You’re either in or out’
The 63-year-old book author confirmed that she wouldn’t be attending the event at Westminster Abbey on 6 May during Thursday’s episode of ITV’sGood Morning Britain. She said she didn’t get an invitation and wasn’t offended about it, as she and Prince Andrew, who is the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II, have been divorced since 1996.
“It’s a state occasion and being divorced, I don’t think you can have it both ways,” she said. “I am divorced, and I’m really loving being divorced to my ex-husband, not from my ex-husband, it’s quite a differentiate.”
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Ellie Muir24 April 2023 13:00
Fans praise Prince William’s sweet comment about Kate Middleton during Birmingham visit
In a video shared to Twitter by Free Radio News, William could be seen shaking hands with and saying hello to fans in the crowd. After greeting the royal, one fan gushed about Kate’s attire: “That is an amazing outfit Kate has got on!” she said.
Ellie Muir24 April 2023 12:30
Kate Middleton hints at what she’s wearing for King’s coronation
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Ellie Muir24 April 2023 11:30
Sarah Ferguson comments on what Princess Diana would have thought of Harry and Meghan
Sarah Ferguson shares what Princess Diana would have thought of Harry and Meghan
Ellie Muir24 April 2023 11:00
The subtle sign King Charles is unhappy or stressed: ‘You would probably never notice’
A former royal butler who previously worked for King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla has revealed how to tell when the monarch is displeased.
Grant Harrold, who worked for the then-Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall from 2004 to 2011, said he never saw the royal get “angry” but has seen him when he was stressed.
He said that now, even after more than a decade since he last worked for the couple, he can tell when the King is “unhappy” by simply watching him on television.
Ellie Muir24 April 2023 10:30
