Betty Tzeng
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'Royal Revenge': Meghan Markle's Rumored Memoir Could Be 'Weapon' Against Royal Family, Say Experts
Speculation surrounding Meghan Markle's rumored memoir is mounting, with royal experts suggesting it could serve as a powerful tool for the Duchess of Sussex if she decides to revisit the controversies of her time with the British royal family. Meghan, who has largely kept a low profile regarding royal drama since her tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey and a Netflix documentary series, could still hold significant influence through her alleged diary, according to veteran royal correspondent Jennie Bond. Speculation surrounding Meghan Markle's rumored memoir is mounting, with royal experts suggesting it could serve as a powerful tool for the Duchess of Sussex if she decides to revisit the controversies of her time with the British royal family. Meghan, who has largely kept a low profile regarding royal drama since her tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey and a Netflix documentary series, could still hold significant influence through her alleged diary, according to veteran royal correspondent Jennie Bond. -
King Charles Faces Public Heckling During Australian Visit Amid Indigenous Protests
King Charles faced public criticism during his visit to Australia's Parliament House in Canberra on Monday, as Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe accused him of "genocide" and demanded a treaty for Australia's Indigenous people. The confrontation came moments after Charles delivered a speech in which he acknowledged the traditional custodians of the land, marking a stark contrast to the respectful tributes offered by other officials. King Charles faced public criticism during his visit to Australia's Parliament House in Canberra on Monday, as Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe accused him of "genocide" and demanded a treaty for Australia's Indigenous people. The confrontation came moments after Charles delivered a speech in which he acknowledged the traditional custodians of the land, marking a stark contrast to the respectful tributes offered by other officials. -
King Charles Faces Mixed Reception in Australia Amid Growing Republican Sentiment
King Charles III arrived in Australia this week for his first official visit as reigning monarch, but the country greeted him with a blend of admiration and ambivalence. His nine-day trip, which includes stops in Sydney, Canberra, and the Pacific island nation of Samoa, comes at a time when Australia is increasingly questioning its ties to the British monarchy. While the king expressed his "deep love and affection" for Australia, many Australians appear divided over whether they still want the British monarch as their head of state. King Charles III arrived in Australia this week for his first official visit as reigning monarch, but the country greeted him with a blend of admiration and ambivalence. His nine-day trip, which includes stops in Sydney, Canberra, and the Pacific island nation of Samoa, comes at a time when Australia is increasingly questioning its ties to the British monarchy. While the king expressed his "deep love and affection" for Australia, many Australians appear divided over whether they still want the British monarch as their head of state. -
Inside Prince Andrew’s Defiance: How Ignoring Palace Warnings Led to His Royal Downfall and $16M Settlement
Prince Andrew's now-infamous 2019 Newsnight interview continues to cast a shadow over his public image and royal standing. New revelations suggest that the Duke of York ignored critical advice from Buckingham Palace officials before the disastrous interview that ultimately led to his removal from royal duties. According to insiders, Andrew's refusal to heed warnings about the potential fallout has had lasting consequences, leading to his estrangement from key members of the royal family, including King Charles. Prince Andrew's now-infamous 2019 Newsnight interview continues to cast a shadow over his public image and royal standing. New revelations suggest that the Duke of York ignored critical advice from Buckingham Palace officials before the disastrous interview that ultimately led to his removal from royal duties. According to insiders, Andrew's refusal to heed warnings about the potential fallout has had lasting consequences, leading to his estrangement from key members of the royal family, including King Charles. -
Prince Harry Reportedly Seeks Independence Amid ‘Control’ from Meghan Markle as They Separate Professionally
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, appear to be navigating an increasingly separate professional and personal path, according to several sources. Recent reports suggest that Prince Harry is seeking independence and distancing himself from Meghan's influence as the couple embarks on individual ventures. Insiders claim that Harry is embracing these opportunities to reconnect with causes that matter deeply to him, hinting at a growing rift within their marriage. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, appear to be navigating an increasingly separate professional and personal path, according to several sources. Recent reports suggest that Prince Harry is seeking independence and distancing himself from Meghan's influence as the couple embarks on individual ventures. Insiders claim that Harry is embracing these opportunities to reconnect with causes that matter deeply to him, hinting at a growing rift within their marriage. -
Prince William Admits He’s ‘Haunted’ by Princess Diana as He Fights Homelessness in the U.K.
Prince William recently revealed that he continues to take "inspiration and guidance" from his late mother, Princess Diana, as he champions a cause close to her heart: tackling homelessness. The future king's connection to his mother's charitable legacy became evident in his latest initiative, Homewards, which aims to make homelessness "rare, brief, and unrepeated" across the U.K. in the next five years. Prince William recently revealed that he continues to take "inspiration and guidance" from his late mother, Princess Diana, as he champions a cause close to her heart: tackling homelessness. The future king's connection to his mother's charitable legacy became evident in his latest initiative, Homewards, which aims to make homelessness "rare, brief, and unrepeated" across the U.K. in the next five years. -
King Charles's Palace Faces Backlash Over Four-Year Delay in Royal Gift Disclosures
Buckingham Palace delays releasing details of royal gifts, drawing comparisons to past controversies involving millions in cash donations from foreign dignitaries. Buckingham Palace delays releasing details of royal gifts, drawing comparisons to past controversies involving millions in cash donations from foreign dignitaries. -
Taiwan on Edge: China Launches Aggressive War Games, Targeting Key Ports and Airspace
China's recent military drills surrounding Taiwan have once again raised tensions in the region, with Taipei condemning the actions as an "unreasonable provocation." China's recent military drills surrounding Taiwan have once again raised tensions in the region, with Taipei condemning the actions as an "unreasonable provocation." -
King Charles Facing $261 Billion Reparations Demand for Slave Trade
King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer are expected to face unprecedented demands for reparations totaling $261 billion during the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. These calls for compensation stem from Britain's historical involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, and the push is being spearheaded by Caribbean nations, with Barbados taking the lead. The demand comes amid growing global momentum to reckon with the legacy of slavery and colonialism. King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer are expected to face unprecedented demands for reparations totaling $261 billion during the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. These calls for compensation stem from Britain's historical involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, and the push is being spearheaded by Caribbean nations, with Barbados taking the lead. The demand comes amid growing global momentum to reckon with the legacy of slavery and colonialism. -
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Marriage in 'Crisis': Insider Claims 'Separate Lives' Are the New Normal
Speculation surrounding the state of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage has intensified following their recent solo appearances, fueling rumors that the couple may be leading increasingly independent lives. Insiders claim that Meghan has made Harry feel like a "spare part" during their joint public engagements, prompting the Duke of Sussex to step into the spotlight on his own. Speculation surrounding the state of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage has intensified following their recent solo appearances, fueling rumors that the couple may be leading increasingly independent lives. Insiders claim that Meghan has made Harry feel like a "spare part" during their joint public engagements, prompting the Duke of Sussex to step into the spotlight on his own.