5 h. ago TThe royal family is edging toward modernity – but in 2026, the public will expect yet more transparency | Anna Whitelock

Despite Charles’s welcome openness about his cancer, polls show declining support for the monarchy. To survive, the royals now need to lift the curtain on their financesAnna Whitelock is a professor of the history of modern monarchy at City St Georges, University of LondonThis year, as King Charles gathered with the royal family for their traditional Christmas at Sandringham, he had much to reflect on. Certainly, the news that his cancer treatment will be scaled back has come as a welcome personal relief, but it will also present opportunities for further overseas travel next year, likely to include a state visit to the US to mark the 250th anniversary of its foundation.It has been a year that has seen the king grow into the role of a silent but effective diplomat, navigating Donald Trump’s visit while demonstrating the UK’s support for Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukraine. Overseas trips have included a historic visit to the Vatican to pray publicly with the pope, and successful visits ...

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5 h. ago The royal family is edging toward modernity – but in 2026, the public will expect yet more transparency | Anna Whitelock

Despite Charles’s welcome openness about his cancer, polls show declining support for the monarchy. To survive, the royals now need to lift the curtain on their financesAnna Whitelock is a professor of the history of modern monarchy at City St Georges, University of LondonThis year, as King Charles gathered with the royal family for their traditional Christmas at Sandringham, he had much to reflect on. Certainly, the news that his cancer treatment will be scaled back has come as a welcome personal relief, but it will also present opportunities for further overseas travel next year, likely to include a state visit to the US to mark the 250th anniversary of its foundation.It has been a year that has seen the king grow into the role of a silent but effective diplomat, navigating Donald Trump’s visit while demonstrating the UK’s support for Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukraine. Overseas trips have included a historic visit to the Vatican to pray publicly with the pope, and successful visits ...

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6 h. ago George, Charlotte and Louis’ heartwarming Christmas gift to those in need revealed

The Royal Family children of the Prince and Princess of Wales have donated a series of poignant gifts to an important charity, after being inspired by their mother

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7 h. ago The Royal Butler looks ahead to 2026: What’s next for Prince William, Kate and children?

The Prince of Wales's former butler has predicted a big 2026 for Prince William, the Princess of Wales, and their children.

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10 h. ago Should William strip Harry & Meghan's titles when he becomes King? Take our poll and have your say

With the rift between the Sussexes and the Royal Family still ever present, royal watchers have long speculated what lies in store for Harry and Meghan when William ascends the throne

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16 h. ago Cabinet Office accused of covering up for royal family after blocking release of Andrew documents

Minutes of travel expenses of former Duke of York as UK trade envoy withheld from National ArchivesThe Cabinet Office has been accused of covering up for the royal family after the release of documents including some relating to travel expenses for the former Duke of York as UK trade envoy were withheld at the last minute.Files released to the National Archives include documents relating to the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, and a grovelling apology from John Major’s office after an official birthday telegram to the Queen Mother was addressed in an “improper manner”. Continue reading...

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26 h. ago Royals break silence as Princess’s son faces trial for charges including 'rapes of four women'

Senior members of the Norwegian royal family have spoken out about Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and his upcoming trial

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33 h. ago Good Morning Britain shares update as star says Andrew is 'being protected' by royals

Good Morning Britain hosts Richard Madeley and Ranvir Singh spoke to Prince Andrew's biographer Andrew Lownie who claimed the royal family is protecting Andrew behind the scenes despite the Epstein scandal

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33 h. ago 'I'm a London tour guide and Americans always ask about two royals – not William or Kate'

A London tour guide has revealed that his American guests are obsessed with the Royal Family and there are two members they are constantly asking about - but it's not Prince William or Kate Middleton

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34 h. ago 'Living Nostradamus' claims truce within the Royal Family will come from William and Kate's children

With the rift between the Royal Family and the Sussexes still ever present, a psychic believes a reconciliation will come from ‘the next generation’ of royals

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36 h. ago ‘This is the future’: King’s former royal butler predicts big 2026 for William, Kate and their children

The Prince of Wales's former butler has predicted a big 2026 for Prince William, the Princess of Wales, and their children.

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38 h. ago Kate Middleton and Prince William's new home with surprising detail in royal bedrooms

Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park will be a special place for the royal couple to make cherished family memories and royal experts reveal how Kate likes to 'keep it real' with the interiors

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38 h. ago Inside Prince William and Kate Middleton's 'forever home' where couple 'keep it real'

EXCLUSIVE: Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park will be a special place for the royal couple to make cherished family memories and royal experts reveal how Kate likes to 'keep it real' when it comes to interior design

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61 h. ago The royal family in 2025: King and Kate’s health news and Andrew’s banishment

The King and Queen hosted US president Donald Trump, William travelled to Rio and Kate staged her annual carol concert.

Society

61 h. ago Psychic predicts Meghan Markle to 'disappear' from public eye in 2026

Meghan Markle is set for a 'significant shift' in 2026, according to psychic Athos Salome - the 'living Nostradamus' who predicts a professional separation from Prince Harry

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61 h. ago Man who predicted Queen's death says 'Meghan Markle will disappear in 2026'

Psychic Athos Salome, who reportedly predicted Queen Elizabeth's death, claims Meghan Markle will retreat from public life in 2026 before returning with renewed focus

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3 d. ago Key royal skipped Sandringham Christmas with Firm as reason for absence emerges

Nearly all of the Royal Family travelled to Sandringham to spend Christmas with the King , Queen and other members of the Firm - but there was one surprise absence

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3 d. ago Princess Charlotte melts hearts with comforting George gesture in emotional moment

During the Royal Family's Christmas Day walk to church, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis all met the crowds - with fans spotting an emotional moment

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3 d. ago 'Living Nostradamus' says 'major event' will rock Royal Family soon

Athos Salome, also known as the 'Living Nostradamus', has claimed to have foreseen a number of significant global events with eerie accuracy — and he's not done yet as he looks to the royals

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3 d. ago The Britain of 1955... according to America: Pubs are 'sacred', NEVER criticise the Royal Family and learn to queue

In 'A pocket guide to Great Britain' troops were told about everything from the sanctity of the pub to Britons' love for the Queen.

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