Meghan Markle's exact movements while Prince Harry visits UK

American royal commentator Kinsey Schofield has described Meghan Markle as a "chameleon" and has told royal fans to "take it with a pinch of salt".

She and Prince Harry have been invited on a special visit to Nigeria, with them setting off later in May.

Meghan revealed on her podcast Archetypes that she is of part Nigerian descent and said she is very excited to finally visit the country.

Prince Harry will likely stay in a hotel when he comes to the UK next week for the Invictus Games service.

Harry and Meghan Markle no longer have a UK residence after they were evicted from Frogmore Cottage last year.

In February when he last came to the UK Harry stayed in a hotel, after he came over for just one night before flying back to California.

Meghan and the children are once again not expected to join him.

Meghan Markle sent a gift of strawberry jam to her close friend Heather Dorak as part of the soft launch of her brand American Riviera Orchard.

Ms Dorak shared a snap on Instagram of her two sons, Noah and Cody, tucking into toast slathered with the limited edition strawberry preserve.

She captioned the post: "Kid tested, mother approved! Thank you for the tasty homemade jam @americanrivieraorchard. Love you M!"

King Charles's outfit choice during his outing to University College Hospital today was praised by royal fans online, with some pointing out how much Prince Louis would enjoy it.

While in London the King was seen sporting a pink tie with a small pattern of blue T-Rex dinosaurs.

The King was first spotted in the tie in back January 2023, when he visited Norbrook Community Centre and Bolton Town Hall to mark 100 years of Kelloggs, both in Greater Manchester.

The daring accessory is thought to have been a Christmas gift from one of his grandchildren, with dinosaur-mad Prince Louis, being the likely suspect.

Meghan Markle did not feel she needed advice from Duchess Sophie as she had Prince Harry instead, a royal commentator has said.

When Meghan first married into the Royal Family, Sophie offered to help show her the ropes, but Meghan was apparently not interested.

Like Meghan Sophie also married into the Firm from a non-aristocratic background.

Harry and Meghan quit the Royal Family in 2020 and have had limited contact with them since then.

Princess Kate and Prince William have been criticised for missing their niece Princess Lilibet's first birthday, which was celebrated in the UK.

The Sussexes travelled over to the UK in June 2022 to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, which coincided with Lilibet's birthday.

However Kate and William were unable to attend the festivities due to a clash in the schedule, as they were in Wales on an engagement.

Garcelle Beauvais, star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, said at the time: "What's going on is, 'What a coincidence, we're out of town, I'm washing my hair'. There's a little shade there."

Prince William and Princess Kate shared a new black and white picture of their wedding day online to celebrate their anniversary yesterday.

However it was later revealed that the public had been treated to the image before.

Photographer Millie Pilkington's timeless image was actually in the background of a Facetime call between Prince William and Lady Gaga in 2017.

In a clip released back in April 2017, the royal and popstar were chatting about mental health and why it was important to shatter the stigma about discussions involving the illness.

Prince Harry is not expected to see King Charles or Prince William during his brief trip to the UK next month.

He will be in the country to attend a special service to celebrate ten years of the Invictus Games, but Meghan will not join him.

Instead he will later be joining her in Nigeria for an official visit.

The couple were invited for a visit last year by the country's Chief of Defence staff.

One senior member of the Royal Family has admitted she would love to be featured on the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Princess Anne told Strictly professional Nadiya Bychkova last month that she was a huge fan of the show and would love to be involved somehow.

Speaking to The Sun, Ms Bychkova said: "She is a Strictly fan and wants to go on the show - she told me. She did say that."

King Charles has left royal fans emotional after his sweet exchange with a little girl outside University College London in central London.

She handed him a bunch of flowers, while he in turn handed over a gift bag decorated with the royal insignia.

He was joined by Queen Camilla for his first royal visit to the Macmillan Cancer Centre since his own illness was announced.

JJ Chalmers has faced some backlash after he spoke about Princess Kate's recent cancer diagnosis and the video she posted on social media.

Speaking to the MailOnline's Richard Eden, Mr Chalmers said: "I was a similar age to [Prince] George when my mum was diagnosed with cancer for the first time, so I know how it feels as a kid."

Speaking of his mum's and his aunt's diagnoses, he added: "Thankfully, my mum made it, but my auntie didn't."

Discussing Princess Kate, he then urged her to use her "influence" and raise awareness about cancer. Suggesting that her emotional video last month has a "silver lining", he added: "She and her family will be able to make the world a slightly better place."

One fan then hit out on X: "Who is he to demand anything from Catherine?!? She is a free woman and she will do it when and if she wants. She doesn’t need anyone’s opinion about it!"

Kate has requested privacy for her and her family as they deal with the news.

A royal expert has claimed that King Charles has sent a clear message to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their possible hopes for a royal reconciliation.

Harry will be back in the UK briefly next month for the tenth anniversary celebration service for the Invictus Games, although Meghan will not be joining him.

Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams told The Sun: "The King has always kept the door open to Harry, but that doesn't necessarily mean that he would invariably get a warm reception.

"It will take its time. But clearly the situation has changed in recent weeks beyond all expectations. I don't think it would be too difficult, it depends how you define reconcile. I think there's a long way to go before Harry is bringing over Meghan and the children."

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have faced bizarre criticism for their involvement in the Invictus Games becoming "too royal".

The Duke of Sussex founded the Games in 2014 and although they have been a great success, some have questioned why some military members are leaving.

Harry will be in the UK for the tenth anniversary celebration of Invictus next month, while Invictus 2025 will be hosted in Canada next year.

King Charles has returned to public duties for the first time since his cancer diagnosis earlier this year, something that royal fans have described as "encouraging".

The King, who has been named Cancer Research UK's new patron, visited a specialist cancer centre in London in support of staff, patients, and on-going research.

One social media account wrote: "This is great news! It's always encouraging to see someone overcoming a health challenge and returning to their responsibilities.

"King Charles must be a strong and resilient leader. Wishing him all the best in his continued recovery."

Good afternoon from London, I'm Catherine Meyer-Funnell and I'll be bringing you all the very latest royal updates into this evening. Feel free to get in touch at cathey.meyerfunnell@reachplc.com

Prince William has paid a visit to Low Carbon Materials - one of the 2022 Earthshot Prize finalists - in Seaham today.

The royal, 41, was present to learn more about how the company create their innovative, low-carbon construction material alternatives. William additionally was able to take a look at the exciting work that they have been able to undertake since 2022.

Arriving in high spirits, William also heard more about the partnership that the company has welcomed, as well as hearing all about their new product, ACLA®.

Low Carbon Materials (LCM) was founded by three Material Science PhD students with the vision of becoming a world leader in low-carbon and environmentally friendly construction materials. Upon being founded, Low Carbon Materials set out to develop products with the potential to drastically reduce emissions within the construction industry.

Meghan Markle hinted at a possible reason she and her husband Prince Harry fell out with his brother Prince William and his wife, Kate Middleton - the Princess of Wales.

The two royal couples appeared close at first - and they were even nicknamed the Fab Four. However, in a resurfaced interview that the two couples gave together more than six years ago, the Duchess of Sussex made a revealing comment that seemed to suggest all was not well.

Back in February 2018 - during what was then dubbed as an appearance by the Fab Four at the Royal Foundation Forum - both couples shared the stage.

At this juncture, Princess Kate was expecting her third child, Prince Louis, and Meghan was gearing up for her nuptials with Harry just a few months down the line.

In a sweet gesture, a young girl hands King Charles a bunch of pink flowers as he leaves the the University College Hospital with Queen Camilla.

The monarch looked overjoyed to be back today for the first time since his cancer diagnosis, smiling and holding the hands of patients on a chemotherapy ward.

The King's recent personal experience with cancer, which was diagnosed in February, will bring an additional level of significance to his visit in central London.Charles and Camilla are meeting cancer patients and paying tribute to the staff's efforts on behalf of patients, families and carers.

King Charles has become the new Patron of Cancer Research UK as he is determined bid to "do his bit" and spread awareness of the disease.

He is already patron of Macmillan Cancer Support, having had the role since 1997, and several other cancer charities, including Marie Curie Cancer Care and Breast Cancer Now.

In a speech at a Macmillan event 25 years ago, Charles spoke about the need to “rewrite the rhetoric of cancer” and to “destroy the myths and misconceptions which block understanding and paralyse action”.

In 2021, during the Covid-19 Pandemic, the then Prince of Wales wrote an article in The Daily Telegraph, as Patron of Macmillan, on the challenges faced by those with cancer.

The announcement comes as the King and Queen visit a London cancer hospital today, in what marks Charles's first public-facing royal duty in months.

King Charles has stepped out for his first public-facing royal duty in months, as he visits a cancer hospital in London alongside his wife, Queen Camilla. 

The 75-year-old monarch looked delighted to be returning to more fulsome duties as he arrived at the University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, where he will meet patients and staff.

The King hopes his visit will raise awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and will highlight some off the innovative research, supported by Cancer Research UK, which is taking place at the hospital.

Charles still has cancer himself, having revealed his diagnosis at the start of February, and is still receiving treatment for it.

The Invictus Games have become more about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle rather than praising the veteran athletes involved, an expert has said.

Angela Levin claimed the games had been "taken away from the original idea" adding that the veterans involved are "regretful" that the royal is no longer "on their wave".

But despite her criticisms, Levin said the games had been one of Harry's "great achievements" but added they have become "imperilled" in recent years.

King Charles's return to public duty "demonstrates how strong-willed he is" to carry out his duty, claims a broadcasting legend.

British presenter and broadcaster, Jonathan Dimbleby, spoke to Sky News, about the "resilience" shown by the reigning monarch, who is expected to visit a hospital and specialist cancer centre on Tuesday.

Mr Dimbleby told the news channel: "I see no more appropriate place for him to go... I am bowled over by his resilience, his energy and his urge to get on."

He added: "It is horrible to have a cancer diagnosis. I know from personal life experience of those I've loved. But in King Charles, it shows how strong-willed he is to do his duty and how much he wants to do his duty as King."

King Charles's return to public duty has sparked hope among the nation amid his cancer treatment recovery. But optimism may not be as strong for a rekindlement with Prince Harry, who is due to arrive back in Britain next week.

The monarch may be "too busy" to meet Prince Harry in UK due to a tighter schedule now he is making more public appearances, according to the Telegraph.

Harry will be travelling to London to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games at St Paul's Cathedral on May 8 where he will be giving a reading. The prince launched the Invictus Games, a sport event for military personnel wounded in action, in 2014 and the ceremony marks a "decade of changing lives and saving lives through sport".

Meghan Markle has a "long way to go" before she can return to the UK, says a royal expert.

Their comments come as Meghan and Prince Harry face accusations of unparalleled hypocrisy following the announcement of their new Netflix project.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been criticised by US commentator Lee Cohen for this move.

Speaking to GB News, he said: "Harry and his wife withdrew from the Royal Family and savaged its members and made damaging allegations against them...."

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are trying to make a 'royal roadshow' to rival official tours, experts claim.

The Sussexes are embarking on a non-official royal tour of Nigeria next month after being invited by the Department of Defence.

While there they will take part in 'cultural activities' and meet service members, things often done by senior members of the Royal Family during official tours.

One royal commentator has accused the couple of “playing the royal card” as an “income lifeline” as well as “trying to have their cake and eat it”.

King Charles is planning to “lead from the front” at this year’s Trooping the Colour, as long as it’s “with the agreement of royal doctors,” reports The Daily Beast.

Trooping the Coulour, also known as the King’s Birthday Parade, is in honour of the sovereign.

Charles’s actual birthday is on November 14, but there is a tradition put in place to celebrate the reigning monarch’s birthday in June, to take advantage of the warm weather, and so the public can take part in the celebration.

It was already confirmed that Charles planned to attend the event, but at that time, it was made known he would not be on horseback for fear of injury, but it appears there’s been a change of heart.

Back in 2012, the same year of the London Olympics and Kate's 30th birthday, she received a stunning Olympic Cartier set thought to be worth around £121,000.

The set consists of a long gold necklace featuring the five Olympic rings as diamond-studded hoops and matching earrings, which Kate has worn on many occasions since.

Diamond expert at UK retailer Steven Stone estimated the eye-watering combined worth of the necklace and earrings, also seen at a reception in New York in 2016.

Prince Harry will be in the UK next month, May 8, to host the Invictus Games 10-Year Anniversary reception at St Paul’s Cathedral in London, which is also where his parents were married.

Newsweek’s James Crawford-Smith says: “The location of the service holds particularly personal associations for Harry, as it was at St Paul's Cathedral over four decades ago that his parents, King Charles III and Princess Diana were married, on July 29, 1981.”

In his book Spare, Harry talked about how certain places can trigger memories, for example Westminster Abbey, because that's where Prince Diana's funeral was held.

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