2 h. ago Prince William's 'true feelings' on key Trooping the Colour role revealed

As the Palace prepares for this year’s Trooping the Colour celebrations, a source close to the Prince William has shared his verdict on reprising his vital role in the King’s birthday parade procession

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5 h. ago Prince William warns oceans are ‘diminishing before our eyes’ in Monaco speech

Prince William, speaking at Monaco's Blue Economy and Finance Forum on Sunday (8 June), has warned world leaders about the oceans' "alarming state."

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9 h. ago The scientists warning the world about ocean acidification – ‘evil twin’ of the climate crisis

There’s frustration among researchers that falling pH levels in seas around the globe are not being taken seriously enough, and that until the buildup of CO2 is addressed, the consequences for marine life will be devastatingRead more: ‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems – studyOn a clear day at Plymouth marina you can see across the harbour out past Drake’s Island – named after the city’s most famous son, Francis Drake – to the Channel. It’s quite often possible to see an abundance of marine vessels, from navy ships and passenger ferries to small fishing boats and yachts. What you might not spot from this distance is a large yellow buoy bobbing up and down in the water about six miles off the coast.This data buoy – L4 – is one of a number belonging to Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), a research centre in Devon dedicated to marine science. On a pleasantly calm May morning, Prof James Fishwick, PML’s head of marine technology and...

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9 h. ago The scientists warning the world about the ‘evil twin’ of the climate crisis affecting our oceans

There’s frustration among researchers that falling pH levels in seas around the globe are not being taken seriously enough, and that until the buildup of CO2 is addressed, the consequences for marine life will be devastatingRead more: ‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems – studyOn a clear day at Plymouth marina you can see across the harbour out past Drake’s Island – named after the city’s most famous son, Francis Drake – to the Channel. It’s quite often possible to see an abundance of marine vessels, from navy ships and passenger ferries to small fishing boats and yachts. What you might not spot from this distance is a large yellow buoy bobbing up and down in the water about six miles off the coast.This data buoy – L4 – is one of a number belonging to Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), a research centre in Devon dedicated to marine science. On a pleasantly calm May morning, Prof James Fishwick, PML’s head of marine technology and...

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9 h. ago How the ‘evil twin’ of the climate crisis is threatening our oceans

In seas around the world pH levels are falling – and scientists are increasingly frustrated that the problem is not being taken seriously enoughRead more: ‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems – studyOn a clear day at Plymouth marina you can see across the harbour out past Drake’s Island – named after the city’s most famous son, Francis Drake – to the Channel. It’s quite often possible to see an abundance of marine vessels, from navy ships and passenger ferries to small fishing boats and yachts. What you might not spot from this distance is a large yellow buoy bobbing up and down in the water about six miles off the coast.This data buoy – L4 – is one of a number belonging to Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), a research centre in Devon dedicated to marine science. On a pleasantly calm May morning, Prof James Fishwick, PML’s head of marine technology and autonomy, is on top of the buoy checking it for weather and other damage. “This...

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9 h. ago ‘Ticking timebomb’: sea acidity has reached critical levels, threatening entire ecosystems – study

Ocean acidification has already crossed a crucial threshold for planetary health, scientists say in unexpected findingMore on this story: The scientists warning the world about ocean acidification – ‘evil twin’ of the climate crisis The world’s oceans are in worse health than realised, scientists have said today, as they warn that a key measurement shows we are “running out of time” to protect marine ecosystems.Ocean acidification, often called the “evil twin” of the climate crisis, is caused when carbon dioxide is rapidly absorbed by the ocean, where it reacts with water molecules leading to a fall in the pH level of the seawater. It damages coral reefs and other ocean habitats and, in extreme cases, can dissolve the shells of marine creatures. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Prince William calls for urgent action to save world’s oceans ‘diminishing before our eyes’

‘This challenge is like none we have faced before,’ Prince of Wales says in Monaco speech

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21 h. ago Prince William's cousin Lady Marina Windsor reveals she's engaged in surprise post

The philanthropic executive and granddaughter of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, 32, shared the news with a series of sweet snaps of herself and now-fiancé Nico Macauley, also 32.

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22 h. ago Revealed: Why the late Queen scolded Prince William during Trooping the Colour

Each year thousands of well-wishers gather around to catch a glimpse of the Royal Family as they crowd onto the Buckingham Palace balcony after Trooping the Colour.

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23 h. ago David Attenborough came close to drowning due to faulty 1950s scuba diving equipment

‘I thought, ‘This can’t be right’. And by the time [the water rose to my nose], I thought, ‘I’m sure this is not right’

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24 h. ago Sir David Attenborough reveals to Prince William he nearly drowned while scuba diving in 1950s

The near-death experience took place on the Great Barrier Reef when the broadcaster was 31

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25 h. ago Prince William calls for urgent global action to save oceans

‘The ocean is under enormous threat, but it can revive itself. Only if together, we act now’

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26 h. ago Prince William calls for the world to 'act with urgency' to save the oceans in landmark speech

The Prince of Wales, 42, attended the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Sunday.

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26 h. ago Prince William calls for urgent global action on ocean protection

‘The ocean is under enormous threat, but it can revive itself. Only if together, we act now’

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27 h. ago Prince William beams as he joins Prince Albert of Monaco at forum to help the world's oceans

The Prince of Wales, 42, attended the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on Sunday.

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31 h. ago Kate Middleton's title 'almost went to another royal' before major switch up

Before Kate became the Duchess of Cambridge when she married Prince William in 2011, one other unlikely royal was also in the running for the prestigious title.

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44 h. ago Prince William discusses David Attenborough's new documentary for World Oceans Day

The Prince of Wales is marking World Oceans Day this year with an interview with Sir David Attenborough ahead of the release of his new documentary, Ocean with David Attenborough.

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44 h. ago David Attenborough tells Prince William he nearly drowned while scuba

Pioneering broadcaster recalls incident during discussion with royal about latest documentary, OceanSir David Attenborough almost drowned when testing a scuba-diving helmet for his 1957 dive on the Great Barrier Reef, the broadcasting veteran has revealed in a discussion with Prince William.Discussing his latest documentary, Ocean, the pioneering film-maker described the incident to the Prince of Wales. Continue reading...

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44 h. ago Prince William given stark warning from 'appalled' David Attenborough on pressing issue

Prince William joined Sir David Attenborough for a chat about the importance of protecting the world's oceans ahead of William giving a speech urging action in Monaco tomorrow

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53 h. ago Prince William's 'one text' that sparked ceasefire with brother against King's orders

Prince William and Prince Harry's relationship has been a major talking point for years, with the royal siblings currently embroiled in a bitter feud that shows no signs of dissipating

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