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Prince Harry has been defended as a petition calling for a “review” of the decision to award him a veterans award has gathered almost 60,000 signatures.
The 39-year-old Duke of Sussex is receiving the Pat Tillman Award for his work with the Invictus Games, an event that honours the sporting achievements of wounded, sick and injured servicemen and women.
But tens of thousands of people, including the late Tillman’s mother, Mary, believe there are more recipients who deserve the award.
Now the sports network behind the award, ESPN, has defended its decision, praising the “incredible” work of the Games.
“While we understand that not everyone will agree with all of the nominees for an award, the Invictus Games Foundation does incredible work and ESPN believes this is a cause worth celebrating,” a spokesperson told ESPN Sky News.
Meanwhile, Kate Middleton’s parents Michael and Carole make their second public appearance since announcing at Wimbledon that she has cancer.
The pair will appear in the Royal Box, which offers the tournament’s best views of Centre Court.
Prince William flies to Germany for Euros
The heir to the throne, who is chairman of the English Football Association, will watch tomorrow night’s quarter-final between the Three Lions and Switzerland.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 11:00 AM
King Charles arrives in London to appoint new Prime Minister
He will formally ask the Labour leader to form a new government after his party won a large majority in the general election.
Starmer will become the third Prime Minister during Charles’ term of office.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 10:52 AM
Kate Middleton waiting for ‘one thing’ before attending Wimbledon
After Kate Middleton’s parents appeared at Wimbledon yesterday, officials remain hopeful that the Princess of Wales will be able to attend the tournament herself this year.
It has now been reported that she is waiting for “one more thing” before confirming her attendance: official clearance from her doctors.
When the princess announced her return to public life last month, she said she hoped to attend a few events this summer.
Debbie Jevans, chairman of the All England Club, told the Telegraph: “We hope that The Princess of Wales will be able to present the trophies as patron of the club, but her health and recovery are our priority.
“We don’t know what we don’t know. We just said we’re going to work with her and give her as much flexibility as possible.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 10:00 AM
Meghan Markle’s new cooking show for Netflix has already been branded ‘terrible’ after news broke that filming has wrapped.
The criticism came from Sky News presenter Rita Panahi, who did not hold back when criticising the show based on the limited details known about it so far.
“Meghan Markle just wrapped filming on a new cooking and homemaking show for Netflix, a show that has yet to receive an official title or air date, as part of the Sussexes’ $100 million deal and was filmed on an estate near their Montecito mansion in Los Angeles,” she said.
“Apparently it’s going to focus on the joys of cooking, gardening, entertaining and friendship – and I have to say, it sounds bloody awful.”
The show comes hot on the heels of Markle’s announcement of her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, which has already launched jam and dog treats.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 08:40
Within the relationship between King Charles and Keir Starmer
The two will meet today at Buckingham Palace, where the British monarch will ask the Labour leader to form a new government.
Although Starmer at one point said he supported abolishing the monarchy, he paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth when she died.
He told the House of Commons: “Throughout the glorious 70 years of her reign, our Queen has been at the heart of the life of this nation.
“She didn’t just rule over us, she lived beside us, sharing our hopes and our fears, our joys and our pains. Our good times and our bad.”
The politician then took the opportunity to praise King Charles as the new monarch.
“King Charles III has been a dedicated servant of this country throughout his life, he has been a strong voice for fairness and understood the importance of the environment long before many others did,” Keir said.
“As he takes on his new role with the Queen Consort at his side, the whole House, indeed the whole country, will unite today in wishing him a long, happy and successful reign.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 08:20
King Charles appoints new Prime Minister
After spending the past few days in Scotland to mark Holyrood Week, the monarch is expected to travel back to London today (5 July) to meet the leader of the winning political party.
Keir Starmer will become the third Prime Minister during Charles’ term of office.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 08:00
Meghan ‘will never allow’ Harry to reconcile with his family
“[Harry] will not apologize, at least not while he is still with Meghan,” Dee Dee Dunleavy said Sky News.
“I truly believe he is following her orders and that she will never give him the chance to apologize to the family.”
The Duke of Sussex’s relationship with his family has steadily deteriorated since he and Meghan stepped down as working royals in 2020.
He has not seen his father, King Charles, since February, when they reportedly met 45 minutes after he was diagnosed with cancer.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 06:00
Meghan Markle’s cooking show has finished filming
A source told the outlet: “It all went well and it’s in the works.”
While little is known about the yet-untitled programme, the Duchess of Sussex herself said it will “celebrate the joy of cooking and gardening, entertaining and friendship.”
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 04:00
Harry could release another memoir after Charles’ death, commentator claims
A royal commentator has speculated that Prince Harry could release another revealing book after the death of his father, King Charles.
Royal expert Kinsey Schofield claims he could be doing this to “lash out” at his brother Prince William if he continues to be on bad terms with the royal family.
She speculated about Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered: “I think he would write about his family again. He waited to publish a book after [Queen Elizabeth died]. Originally they said that after the [late] The Queen has passed away.”
“I suspect he might release a book after his father passes away. Especially if Prince William continues to keep him at arm’s length. Because what would be the consequences if Prince William pushed you out of the group?”
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 02:00
Prince Harry sent ‘symbolic message’ to royal family
This came in the form of the date he officially registered the US as his primary residence: June 29. This was also the day he officially left the cottage last year.
Although the Duke of Sussex has primarily lived in the US since 2020, royal commentator Esther Krakue said Harry was trying to “send a message” with the decision.
She said Sky News: “It is very interesting that Prince Harry chose to date his official stay in the US to the day he was evicted from Frogmore Cottage.”
“I think he was trying to send a message and it was very symbolic and I think the biggest message here is that it represents everything that could have been and wasn’t and was lost. Potentially it represents what should never have been.”
More recent reports suggest that Harry is now looking for a new place to stay in the UK, after staying in a London hotel during his last trip to the country.
Emma GuinnessJuly 5, 2024 12:00 AM