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Prince Gabriel breaks composure at graduation for sweet brotherly moment with Princess Elisabeth

Prince Gabriel breaks composure at graduation for sweet brotherly moment with Princess Elisabeth

Published by Daniella Wilson

While some of us may get embarrassed by our family at our graduation, this wasn’t the case for Belgium’s Prince Gabriel. The Belgian royal, who is second in line to the throne, received his degree in Social and Military Sciences from the Royal Military Academy. He was joined by his parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, with both Philippe and Gabriel wearing their military uniforms. Gabriel’s older sister, Princess Elisabeth, was also at the ceremony, and while she didn’t initially join Gabriel’s photos, when they locked eyes, Gabriel invited his sister to join the family. Elisabeth, 24, previously graduated from the Royal Military Academy in 2023, before going on to study at Oxford and Harvard universities. © Photonews via Getty ImagesElisabeth joined her family after Gabriel’s invitation Royal fans loved the sweet moment, as one commented: “That’s heartwarming to see,” while a second added: “Truly beautiful & highly intelligent family.” Before his own military career, Gabriel studied at St John Berchmans College, the International School of Brussels and The National Mathematics and Science College in …

Lady Eliza Spencer, Princess Diana’s Niece, Is Looking Forward to a Visit With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Lady Eliza Spencer, Princess Diana’s Niece, Is Looking Forward to a Visit With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Published by Sam Flores

A family reunion is coming up for Lady Eliza Spencer and Prince Harry. On August 26, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, accompanied by their children, officially arrived in Birmingham via private jet, marking their return to the United Kingdom after several years in the United States. This is a prospect that particularly delights Lady Eliza Spencer, Princess Diana’s niece and Prince Harry’s cousin. When asked by the Mirror on the day of their arrival, she confided that the idea of seeing Harry again was “exciting.” With that comment, she becomes the first member of the prince’s family to publicly comment on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return to British soil. Prince William and Kate Middleton Have Been “Derailed” by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Decision to Return to the UK Sources tell Vanity Fair that the Prince and Princess of Wales had no idea Harry and Meghan were coming back and had already enrolled Archie and Lili in a private prep school. The Earl Spencer, Lady Eliza Spencer’s father and Lady Diana’s brother, had …

What Do Prince Harry, Britney Spears, and Ari Emanuel Have in Common? Expensive Ghostwriters, Of Course

What Do Prince Harry, Britney Spears, and Ari Emanuel Have in Common? Expensive Ghostwriters, Of Course

Published by Sam Flores

The world of journalism was consumed this week by a debate over whether The Wall Street Journal should have published an opinion piece that was written with the help of artificial intelligence. Politicians and business leaders have long used ghostwriters to write their op-eds and memoirs. But when billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller admitted on Tuesday to using AI to write an article critical of Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent’s policies, it prompted the same debates about authorship that arose in 1957 when it was alleged (but never confirmed) that President John F. Kennedy’s Profiles in Courage was ghostwritten—while raising a new one for the people making a living writing in other people’s voices. If Britney Spears can hire ghostwriters to help turn her partial memories into polished prose, why does asking ChatGPT to do the same thing feel like a whole other ball game? Is failing to disclose assistance deceptive? Why does the fantasy of an artist toiling away in solitude have so much appeal? “Huh?” I ask all you critics of Jeff Koons. …

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Return to the UK Has “Derailed” Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Return to the UK Has “Derailed” Prince William and Kate Middleton

Published by Sam Flores

While it has been reported that Meghan will attempt to resurrect her acting career and has been offered a role in Guy Ritchie’s Netflix drama The Gentlemen—a deal VF is told is still on the table—Harry’s plans are less clear. He will be focused on next year’s Invictus Games and is expected to continue his other charity work and business roles including public speaking and his not-for-profit sustainable travel initiative, Travalyst. Jalen Brunson and Prince Harry pose for a photo at the TIME100 Sports Gala on July 16, 2026 in New York City. Craig Barritt/Getty Images Prince Harry is looking to take on more charity work in the UK, according to two sources close to the prince. He stepped down as a patron from Sentebale, the charity he cofounded, following a fallout between the organization’s chair, Dr. Sophie Chandauka, and five of its trustees. On Monday, Harry stepped down as a trustee of Africa Parks after 10 years. While William and Kate will not be throwing a welcome-home party for the Sussexes, there is talk …

Norway’s crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII after his father’s death

Norway’s crown prince becomes King Haakon VIII after his father’s death

Published by Sam Flores

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Norway has a new king, whose tasks will include stabilizing the Scandinavian country’s monarchy and boosting the royal family’s popularity after his wife’s past contacts with deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his stepson’s rape conviction. Crown Prince Haakon, 53, became King Haakon VIII when his father, Harald V, died Friday at 89. Haakon adopted the motto, “All for Norway,” that dates back to his great-grandfather. His wife became Queen Mette-Marit, while his oldest child became Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra and the heir to the throne. Haakon knows the ropes. As his father aged and his health began to fail in recent years, the prince stepped in as the country’s regent on several occasions. Norway’s monarchy has old roots, tracing its origins to King Harald Fairhair in the ninth century. When Norway regained its independence from Sweden in 1905, three-quarters of voters in a national plebiscite approved restoring the monarchy. Today, the role is largely symbolic as the power lies with an elected parliament, but the country’s royal family retains celebrity and a role …

Prince Gabriel, 23, marks major graduation with family – as palace reveals his unprecedented next step

Prince Gabriel, 23, marks major graduation with family – as palace reveals his unprecedented next step

Published by Daniella Wilson

Prince Gabriel marked a major milestone as he was joined by the Belgian royal family for his military graduation on Thursday.  The royal, 23, was accompanied by his proud parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, as well as older sister Crown Princess Elisabeth, as he received his degree in Social and Military Sciences from the Royal Military Academy. Dressed in military uniform, he participated in a moving ceremony after three years of training in Brussels, shaking hands with his father, the King.  Graduates from the 176th Polytechnic Class, the 162nd Class in Social and Military Sciences, and various classes from the Special Division were honoured during the ceremony.  © Photonews via Getty ImagesPrince Gabriel was joined by his proud parents and older sister King Philippe and Princess Elisabeth both wore their official uniforms, displaying their titles within the Belgian army.  Elisabeth, 24, previously graduated from the Royal Military Academy in 2023, before going on to study at Oxford and Harvard universities.  Gabriel also has two younger siblings, Prince Emmanuel, 20, and Princess Eleonore, 18.  What …

Who is Crown Prince Haakon? Meet Norway’s new sovereign stepping into his father King Harald’s legacy

Who is Crown Prince Haakon? Meet Norway’s new sovereign stepping into his father King Harald’s legacy

Published by Daniella Wilson

King Harald, who was on the Norwegian throne since 1991, has died at the age of 89 after being admitted to hospital on 17 August due to a blood illness.  Following Harald’s death comes the news of his only son as the new head of state. Norway’s royal family begins a new era as Crown Prince Haakon Magnus becomes King Haakon VIII and Haakon’s daughter, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, becomes the new heir apparent to the throne.  Like his predecessor, Haakon ascends Norway’s throne in his fifties. The 50-year-old Norwegian royal will sit at the helm with his wife of 23 years Crown Princess Mette-Marit. He lived a varied life including an idyllic countryside childhood, an unroyal university education at the University of California, Berkeley, and a naval career before settling down and welcoming two children. © GettyCrown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon will step in for King Harald Learn about his intriguing life in full… His childhood Crown Prince Haakon grew up in the Skaugum estate, which is so idyllic that he moved his …

The 84 Year-Old Royal Mystery of Queen Elizabeth’s Uncle, Prince George, Duke of Kent

The 84 Year-Old Royal Mystery of Queen Elizabeth’s Uncle, Prince George, Duke of Kent

Published by Sam Flores

The future King Edward VIII with the Duke of York (the future King George VI), Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester and Prince George, Duke of Kent—whose mysterious death happened 84 years ago today. Print Collector/Getty Images On 25 August 1942, Prince George, Duke of Kent, son of King George V and Queen Mary, died in a military air crash at the age of 39. It brought a tragically early end to the life of a beloved son, brother, father, and husband, marking the first time in several centuries that a member of the royal family had died during active service. It was a foggy day above the mountains of Scotland that the Royal Air Force plane went down, with the fragments of the aircraft quickly destroyed and the lone survivor silenced by the Official Secrets Act. What happened above Caithness that day remains a mystery. The report, which was drafted to solve the case of the dead Duke of Kent, went missing—his legacy lost to history. But who was the charismatic king’s brother, whose libertine …

Prince Harry and wife Meghan arrive in the U.K. as they make a fresh start in Britain

Prince Harry and wife Meghan arrive in the U.K. as they make a fresh start in Britain

Published by Sam Flores

LONDON — Prince Harry and his wife Meghan arrived in the United Kingdom on Wednesday, as they make a fresh start in Britain after six years in the United States, U.K. media reported. The news comes less than a week after the couple surprised fans and critics alike with plans to return to Britain. The return was reported by media such as the BBC and the Daily Telegraph, with the newspaper reporting that their plane landed at Birmingham International Airport around noon. Flight tracking websites showed a private charter flight from Van Nuys, arrived at the airport at 11:56 a.m. The couple’s children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, have already enrolled at British schools and will start classes in September. The family plans to live at a private, nonroyal residence outside of London, but haven’t said exactly where that will be. Harry and Meghan gave up their royal duties and moved to California more than six years ago to earn their living through lucrative contracts with Netflix and Spotify. Relations with the rest of the …

Prince Harry and Meghan arrive back in the U.K.

Prince Harry and Meghan arrive back in the U.K.

Published by Sam Flores

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, have arrived in Britain, U.K. media reported, following their decision to return after six years living in California. The family flew into the country privately and are expected to reside outside London in the Cotswolds area, the BBC reported. Harry and Meghan’s children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are expected to start school in the September term. Source link