The coin, a Kew Gardens 250th anniversary coin, sold for £210 on eBay after inspiring a mini-bidding war. It is one of the Royal Mint’s rarest and most valuable coins, with just 210,000 copies entering circulation when it was released in 2009. As a result, it is one of the …
Read More »Inside story of Harry’s attempt to return to royal fold: Friends reveal ‘surprising’ messages, overtures and secret ‘rehabilitation blueprint’ that suggests not everything’s sunny in Montecito
They had conceded, with no small regret, that they would probably never hear from their old friend again, resigned to believing that once-strong ties had been severed beyond repair. Yet from out of the blue, the phones of a select band of Prince Harry’s former confidants have recently been pinging …
Read More »Geri Horner loses out on massive payday as Starbucks deal falls through
It was the perfect recipe to spice up Starbucks’ best-selling Halloween-themed pumpkin latte. But the coffee chain’s plans to make Geri Horner the face of its popular autumnal beverage are said to have been left in tatters following a dispute over whether or not it should be named after the …
Read More »Getting too friendly with Royal Cliff’s chocolate mousse
The cold seafood section was the star attraction. PATTAYA, Thailand – Finding the best international buffet in Pattaya, not to mention the best breakfast or the best fish and chips, is a forlorn quest. It all depends who you are, your personal appetites and what you are prepared to pay …
Read More »Royal Thai Navy prepares to sink ships for ‘Underwater Learning Park’
The ships will be sunk on September 3, in the waters between Koh Chuang and Koh Chan in Ao Sattahip, Chonburi. SATTAHIP, Thailand – The Royal Thai Navy conducted a traditional ceremony to pay respects to the spirits of the decommissioned patrol ships, Tor.94 and Tor.95, before they are deliberately …
Read More »Chinese hackers could shut down UK hospitals and steal Royal Family’s medical files ‘at the flick of a switch’, security experts warn
By Glen Owen Political Editor Published: 17:49 EDT, 31 August 2024 | Updated: 18:09 EDT, 31 August 2024 China has the ability to shut down British hospitals ‘at the flick of a switch’ – and could even access the medical records of the Royal Family, security sources say. Beijing’s army …
Read More »Princess Martha Louise of Norway and Durek Verrett wed in partly ‘American-style’ ceremony, with ‘tearful’ groom pledging to ‘love the royal’s children as much as she does’
Princess Martha Louise of Norway and Durek Verrett tied the knot in a ceremony boasting traditional Norwegian elements as well as an ‘American-style’ service. Guests left the marriage ceremony tent shortly after 3pm local time, walking along a red carpet to the nearby hotel reception in Geiranger. Some spoke to Norwegian TV channel …
Read More »A.N. Wilson: Why it’s in EVERYONE’s interests for William to be the bigger man – and bring Harry back into the royal fold
Isn’t it time for the royal feud to end? When Prince Harry arrived at a Norfolk parish church last week, for the memorial service for his uncle by marriage, Robert Fellowes, many of those present probably prayed that there would be a reconciliation between him and Prince William. In fact, …
Read More »Royal Navy sailor accused of punching female colleague five times in the face before dragging her across the road is cleared of GBH after telling military court he acted in ‘self-defence’
By Ryan Prosser Published: 20:20 EDT, 30 August 2024 | Updated: 20:53 EDT, 30 August 2024 A Royal Navy sailor who was accused of punching a female colleague and dragging her across a road was today cleared of Grievous Bodily Harm charges. Petty Officer James Brown was accused of throwing …
Read More »Cash prizes up for grabs in new scheme aiming to get Slough cycling
Budding cycle enthusiasts in Slough have been urged to hop on their bikes and take part in a challenge that pits them against other residents for prizes. Cycle September sees riders across the town invited sign up for the Love to Ride app, which allows them to compete against each …
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