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The eye-watering amount guests at Meghan Markle’s girl’s weekend will have to pay for selfie with duchess revealed

The eye-watering amount guests at Meghan Markle’s girl’s weekend will have to pay for selfie with duchess revealed

Published by Daniella Wilson

For fans of Meghan Markle, the chance to spend an intimate weekend in her company might sound like a dream. But for those hoping to walk away with the ultimate keepsake, a photo with the Duchess, that dream comes with a surprisingly steep price tag. Guests attending the highly anticipated “Her Best Life” retreat in Sydney this week are being asked to pay an additional $330 for the opportunity to secure a group photo with Meghan, as part of a premium VIP upgrade. The three-day event, already being dubbed “Meg-stock” by attendees, is being held at the five-star InterContinental Coogee Beach hotel from Friday to Sunday, offering a curated blend of luxury, wellness and rare access to the Duchess. © Getty ImagesMeghan is hosting a 3-day retreat dubbed as ‘Meg stock’ Standard tickets for the retreat start at around $1,780 per person for a twin-share room. However, those opting for the VIP experience, priced at approximately $2,110, will gain access to the sought-after group table photo with Meghan, alongside a private hotel room and an …

The eye-watering amount guests at Meghan Markle’s girl’s weekend will have to pay for selfie with duchess revealed

The eye-watering amount guests at Meghan Markle’s girl’s weekend will have to pay for selfie with duchess revealed

Published by Daniella Wilson

For fans of Meghan Markle, the chance to spend an intimate weekend in her company might sound like a dream. But for those hoping to walk away with the ultimate keepsake, a photo with the Duchess, that dream comes with a surprisingly steep price tag. Guests attending the highly anticipated “Her Best Life” retreat in Sydney this week are being asked to pay an additional $330 for the opportunity to secure a group photo with Meghan, as part of a premium VIP upgrade. The three-day event, already being dubbed “Meg-stock” by attendees, is being held at the five-star InterContinental Coogee Beach hotel from Friday to Sunday, offering a curated blend of luxury, wellness and rare access to the Duchess. © Getty ImagesMeghan is hosting a 3-day retreat dubbed as ‘Meg stock’ Standard tickets for the retreat start at around $1,780 per person for a twin-share room. However, those opting for the VIP experience, priced at approximately $2,110, will gain access to the sought-after group table photo with Meghan, alongside a private hotel room and an …

The eyewatering cost of returning each dinghy migrant to France | UK | News

The eyewatering cost of returning each dinghy migrant to France | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s deal allows the UK to return migrants who arrive illegally across the English Channel to France in exchange for admitting an equivalent number of refugees directly from France who have not attempted the crossing. The average cost of returning a migrant is £48,800, meaning one recent flight could have cost taxpayers up to £1.52 million, according to reports. A recent plane departure from Stansted to Paris, as part of the nation’s one-in-one-out deal with France, carried 32 male migrants, 73 guards and two paramedics. According to analysis by the Migration Observatory at the University of Oxford, the cost of enforced removals has increased from around £15,000 per person in the last decade, reports The Sun. It includes case work, the cost of chartering planes and financial support for migrants once out of the UK. The UK must also cover the cost of transporting migrants to and from France under the one-in-one-out deal. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said: “The one-in-one-out scheme is a failure. “No wonder more illegal immigrants have crossed …

Inside Travis Kelce’s net worth — and what he’ll make from eye-watering new contract

Inside Travis Kelce’s net worth — and what he’ll make from eye-watering new contract

Published by Daniella Wilson

Travis Kelce is proving his loyalty. After months of rumors and questions looming over him over whether he would retire from the NFL or not, the tight end has committed himself for not one, not two, but three more years with the Kansas City Chiefs, the only team he has ever played for. The athlete first joined the Chiefs in 2013 when he was drafted in the third round of the draft that year, and heading into his 14th season with the NFL, he has now almost doubled his contract. Here’s what we know. © Getty ImagesTravis will return to the Chiefs for a 14th season Travis’ new contract When Travis renewed his contract with the Chiefs in 2024, at the time a two-year contract, per sports salary tracker Spotrac, the deal was worth $34.25 million, meaning he was earning a $17.125 million yearly average, making him one of the highest-paid tight ends in the league. Now he has signed a three-year, $54.735 million deal that can be worth up to $57.735 million, with a …

The eye-watering amount of money Alysa Liu’s father invested in his daughter’s skating career revealed

The eye-watering amount of money Alysa Liu’s father invested in his daughter’s skating career revealed

Published by Daniella Wilson

When Alysa Liu burst onto the international figure skating scene as a teenage prodigy, audiences were captivated by her fearless performances and seemingly effortless talent. But behind the Olympic spotlight lay years of sacrifice, relentless training and an extraordinary financial commitment from her father that has now come into sharp focus. In a candid interview with 60 Minutes ahead of the Games, Alysa’s father, Arthur Liu, revealed the staggering level of support he poured into helping his daughter reach the pinnacle of the sport, admitting he invested approximately $1 million into her skating career over the years which led to her winning two Olympic gold medals. © Getty ImagesAlysa at the medal ceremony for the Women’s Single Skating event at this years Winter Olympics “I spared no money, no time,” Arthur said plainly. “I just saw talent.” Figure skating is widely considered one of the most expensive Olympic disciplines, with elite athletes requiring private coaching teams, choreography, specialist conditioning, custom-designed costumes and constant international travel from an early age. For Alysa, that journey began when she …

Nicola Peltz’s eye-watering fortune compared to husband Brooklyn Beckham’s

Nicola Peltz’s eye-watering fortune compared to husband Brooklyn Beckham’s

Published by Daniella Wilson

Nicola Peltz and Brooklyn Beckham both have incredibly rich parents. Brooklyn’s parents are two of the UK’s biggest celebrities, with dad David being one of the country’s most famous footballers, while mum Victoria was part of the Spice Girls, who dominated the pop scene in the 1990s. Meanwhile, Nicola hails from the Peltz dynasty, with her father, Nelson, being a billionaire businessman. The father-of-ten is one of the co-founders of hedge fund management firm Trian Partners, and he also serves as the non-executive chairman of Wendy’s Company, Sysco, and The Madison Square Garden Company. However, both Nicola and Brooklyn have both earned their own fortunes thanks to their respective careers. Nicola has raked in millions thanks to her roles in Hollywood blockbusters, while Brooklyn is entering the business world for himself. But who is worth the most? Scroll down to find out… Nicola Peltz’s net worth Much like how the Peltz family’s wealth far outmatches that of the Beckham family, Nicola is considerably wealthier than her husband. The actress, who has starred in the likes …

Teen influencer Piper Rockelle says OnlyFans changed her life after eye-watering day one earnings

Teen influencer Piper Rockelle says OnlyFans changed her life after eye-watering day one earnings

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Former internet child star Piper Rockelle is starting the year off with a major payday. The 18-year-old influencer, who first rose to fame at just eight years old, making family-friendly YouTube videos with the help of her mother, Tiffany Smith, has officially joined OnlyFans. In a now-deleted X post, Rockelle shared a screenshot of her day one earnings on the subscription-based social media platform, known for featuring sexually explicit content. “My first day!” she wrote. “Forever grateful.” The earnings report revealed that, over 24 hours on Thursday, the content creator earned over $2.9 million, with the majority of the revenue derived from subscriptions. Messages and tips also contributed to her total gross pay. Responding to an X user who reposted the screenshot, Rockelle said: …