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<p>As Japan is battling another scorching summer, the extreme heat is seeing an unexpected surge of men flocking to grooming clinics. Reportedly, at men’s grooming clinics, appointments for body-hair removal have reportedly increased as workers increasingly opt for shorts and lighter clothing during the hot months.</p><h2>What is the trend of men going to grooming clinics all about?</h2><p>Many Japanese men shave or wax their legs to stay cool, feel clean, and avoid sunehara—a slang term meaning “leg hair harassment”, when exposing bare legs in public or at the office. Surging summer temperatures have driven government offices to expand "Cool Biz" casual guidelines, making shorts acceptable outside of just the beach.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/a-barefoot-sandal-margaret-qualley-steals-the-spotlight-with-her-unusual-fashion-statement-at-the-dog-stars-london-premiere-1787313273908"><strong>A barefoot sandal! Margaret Qualley steals the spotlight with her unusual fashion statement at The Dog Stars London premiere</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The initiative encourages workers to adopt lighter and more casual clothing to cope with extreme temperatures and reduce the need for air conditioning. Shorts have consequently become more visible in office environments where they were traditionally considered too informal. Tokyo Metropolitan Government environmental official Noboru Watanabe told the <i>BBC</i> that "we want to give people more options in the severe heat, not tell them what to wear.” There should be no issue as long as the work attire is not offensive to anyone."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/is-king-charles-cancer-the-reason-behind-harry-and-meghan-s-uk-return-1787211571944"><strong>Why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are really moving back to England?</strong></a></p><h2>Netizens' opinion on Japan's new trend amongst men</h2><p>The debate has divided opinion. Some people argue that employees should be able to dress comfortably during extreme heat without being judged for having natural body hair. Others say workplace attire should take professional expectations into account, particularly when companies are changing long-standing dress codes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/why-did-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-move-to-the-us-the-royal-rift-and-megxit-explained-1787197949116"><strong>Why did Harry and Meghan move to the US? The royal rift and Megxit explained</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One user wrote, "Japanese women described the experience of leg hair harassment, or a term coined online as sunehera referring to the discomfort of being forced to see their colleague's leg hair."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">&quot;Japanese women describe the experience of &quot;leg hair harassment&quot; or a term coined online as &quot;sunehara&quot;, referring to the discomfort of being forced to see their colleague&#39;s leg hair.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/aY9uQOKIA3">https://t.co/aY9uQOKIA3</a> <a href="https://t.co/bPYs44tGHR">pic.twitter.com/bPYs44tGHR</a></p>&mdash; Mads (@europemaxxed) <a href="https://x.com/europemaxxed/status/2080023058744578399?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 22, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"Japanese guys are mostly hairy, unkempt monkey-like slobs who haven't gotten any hair removal, yet they nitpick women's body hair like crazy, huh. They go out of their way like this guy to zoom in on pics just to hunt for stray hairs. Japanese men are way too fussy about women's looks, so women end up getting super neurotic about hair removal too, but outside Japan, people aren't nearly this uptight about body hair."</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ja" dir="ltr">日本男ってほとんどが脱毛してない毛だるまの汚い猿のくせに女の毛にはやたらと文句言うよな。<br>こいつみたいにわざわざ画像拡大までして毛を探す。<br>日本男が女の容姿にうるさすぎるから女もかなり神経質に脱毛してるけど、日本以外は毛に対してこんなうるさくない <a href="https://t.co/LGMNKRpD3o">https://t.co/LGMNKRpD3o</a></p>&mdash; Rui🎀 (@SenjuJubi) <a href="https://x.com/SenjuJubi/status/2090331177542660358?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>“Japanese men have started shaving their legs after Japanese women accused them of harassment with their hairy legs. This summer, the country is so hot that many guys have begun wearing shorts to work—previously, they were only acceptable in childhood and for the beach. However, women found it unpleasant to be near the hairy legs of their colleagues. Then some men went to depilation salons to remove hair from their legs, and in other cases, from their bodies too. Thus, it has become easier for Japanese people to endure the heat and more comfortable to be in the office in shorts without embarrassment from their female colleagues,” wrote the third user.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-set-to-move-back-to-the-uk-with-their-children-1787192886584"><strong>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to move back to the UK with their children</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ru" dir="ltr">Японские мужчины начали брить ноги после того, как японки обвинили их в харассменте с помощью волосатых ног. Этим летом в стране так жарко, что многие парни начали носить шорты на работу — раньше они были допустимы только в детском возрасте и для пляжа.<br><br>Однако девушкам стало… <a href="https://t.co/F1VSWMMOL3">pic.twitter.com/F1VSWMMOL3</a></p>&mdash; ивус (@ogivus) <a href="https://x.com/ogivus/status/2090810139359973836?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Meanwhile, the grooming industry &nbsp;reportedly appears to be benefiting from the controversy. Clinics report that some men are choosing laser hair removal not only for aesthetic reasons but also because they feel it is more appropriate when wearing shorts around colleagues.</p>

Men’s grooming clinics in Japan are seeing growing demand for leg and other body-hair removal for smooth skin and more comfort in the heat. Read to know more. 

As Japan is battling another scorching summer, the extreme heat is seeing an unexpected surge of men flocking to grooming clinics. Reportedly, at men’s grooming clinics, appointments for body-hair removal have reportedly increased as workers increasingly opt for shorts and lighter clothing during the hot months. What is the trend of men going to grooming clinics all about? Many Japanese men shave or wax their legs to stay cool, feel clean, and avoid sunehara—a slang term meaning “leg hair harassment”, when exposing bare legs in public or at the office. Surging summer temperatures have driven government offices to expand "Cool Biz" casual guidelines, making shorts acceptable outside of just the beach. Also Read: A barefoot sandal! Margaret Qualley steals the spotlight with her unusual fashion statement at The Dog Stars London premiere The initiative encourages workers to adopt lighter and more casual clothing to cope with extreme temperatures and reduce the need for air conditioning. Shorts have consequently become more visible in office environments where they were traditionally considered too informal. Tokyo Metropolitan Government environmental official Noboru Watanabe told the BBC that "we want to give people more options in the severe heat, not tell them what to wear.” There should be no issue as long as the work attire is not offensive to anyone." Also Read: Why Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are really moving back to England? Netizens' opinion on Japan's new trend amongst men The debate has divided opinion. Some people argue that employees should be able to dress comfortably during extreme heat without being judged for having natural body hair. Others say workplace attire should take professional expectations into account, particularly when companies are changing long-standing dress codes. Also Read: Why did Harry and Meghan move to the US? The royal rift and Megxit explained One user wrote, "Japanese women described the experience of leg hair harassment, or a term coined online as sunehera referring to the discomfort of being forced to see their colleague's leg hair."

<p>Men’s grooming clinics in Japan are seeing growing demand for leg and other body-hair removal for smooth skin and more comfort in the heat. Read to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Japan’s leg hair harassment debate sends men flocking to grooming clinics

<p>A barefoot sandal! The unusual footwear became the unexpected showstopper at the London premiere of <i>The Dog Stars</i>, as American actress Margaret Qualley walked the red carpet in a striking fashion statement that sparked massive online buzz over its bizarre design. Who would have thought a world premiere would turn into a fashion spectacle? However, Qualley proved that she knows how to make a statement on the red carpet.</p><h2>Margaret Qualley's barefoot sandals</h2><p>On August 20, Margaret Qualley attended the London premiere of her upcoming post-apocalyptic thriller, <i>The Dog Stars</i>. Along with the film's director Ridley Scott and her co-stars Josh Brolin, Jacob Elordi, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce, Qualley made a striking appearance by donning Chanel's barefoot sandals.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">no estaría entendiendo el concepto de los tacos que tiene margaret qualley 😭 <a href="https://t.co/0coqdwdGV8">pic.twitter.com/0coqdwdGV8</a></p>&mdash; ؘjuandi (@poxelse) <a href="https://x.com/poxelse/status/2090540126879220151?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>As soon as the American actress walked the red carpet in her barefoot shoes, it created a massive buzz among viewers and the paparazzi. One of the most talked-about sandals was presented by designer Matthieu Blazy during his Resort 2027 collection for Chanel in Biarritz, France.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/kolhapuri-slippers-for-rs-100-000-prada-s-new-luxury-footwear-gets-slammed-on-internet-1750690420656"><strong> Kolhapuri slippers for Rs 100,000? Prada’s new luxury footwear gets slammed on Internet</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The barefoot shoe features only a small leather heel cap that can be laced up, leaving the soles, arches, and toes completely uncovered. It also highlights Chanel's signature logo in gold at the ankle.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">margaret qualley, shoe detail for the uk premiere of the dog stars <a href="https://t.co/KX7B3hG1aB">pic.twitter.com/KX7B3hG1aB</a></p>&mdash; ˖᯽ ݁˖ pop backup ˖᯽ ݁˖ (@popbackupp) <a href="https://x.com/popbackupp/status/2090497262568841710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Apart from her barefoot shoes, which drew all the attention, the actress wore a beautiful black dress adorned with delicate fringing. It featured cap sleeves, a plunging V-neckline, and a fluid silhouette. It is believed that the ensemble was designed by Blazy for Chanel.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Keeping her overall look simple, she left her hair loose in a wavy look with a centre part and complemented it with glossy red lips.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As for her co-star Jacob Elordi, he kept his attire chic and classic, donning a navy pinstripe suit and finishing the look with black-rimmed sunglasses.</p><h2>About The Dog Stars</h2><p>Helmed by Ridley Scott, <i>The Dog Stars</i> is a 2012 post-apocalyptic novel by Peter Heller adapted into a major sci-fi survival film. It features Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, and Margaret Qualley and is scheduled for theatrical release on August 28, 2026.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, Qualley is a long-time Chanel ambassador who frequently wears the brand's runway pieces on the red carpet.</p>

Margaret Qualley turned heads at The Dog Stars London premiere with her unusual barefoot sandals. The bizarre footwear quickly became the talk of the red carpet and sparked a buzz online.

A barefoot sandal! The unusual footwear became the unexpected showstopper at the London premiere of The Dog Stars, as American actress Margaret Qualley walked the red carpet in a striking fashion statement that sparked massive online buzz over its bizarre design. Who would have thought a world premiere would turn into a fashion spectacle? However, Qualley proved that she knows how to make a statement on the red carpet. Margaret Qualley's barefoot sandals On August 20, Margaret Qualley attended the London premiere of her upcoming post-apocalyptic thriller, The Dog Stars. Along with the film's director Ridley Scott and her co-stars Josh Brolin, Jacob Elordi, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce, Qualley made a striking appearance by donning Chanel's barefoot sandals.

<p>Margaret Qualley turned heads at The Dog Stars London premiere with her unusual barefoot sandals. The bizarre footwear quickly became the talk of the red carpet and sparked a buzz online.</p>

A barefoot sandal! Margaret Qualley steals the spotlight with her unusual fashion statement at The Dog Stars London premiere

<p>Meghan Markle may not only be making a U-turn to London but also returning to the career she once said goodbye to.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly moving back to London with their two children, Archie and Lilibet. While the reason has been said to be their desire to have their children closer to the royal family, other reports suggest that Meghan may be returning to London for her next acting project.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meghan and Harry left royal life behind in 2020 and moved across the pond to California to build a new life.</p><h3>Meghan Markle and Harry returning to acting</h3><p>Meghan and Harry’s decision to move back to London has shocked royal watchers and people who closely follow the lives of the royals. More than a day after the decision was reportedly announced, it has been suggested that the reason behind their relocation could be a major acting project.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sources have told news.com.au that Meghan has been offered a role in an upcoming project based in the UK. More details about the project have not yet been revealed. News.com.au royal correspondent Bronte Coy told a BBC program on Friday, “I’m told it’s significant, and she’s very excited about it.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>PEOPLE has also reportedly confirmed the news. This would be Markle’s first significant acting role since leaving Suits, in which she played the character Rachel Zane. She played the role for seven seasons, before her final appearance in April 2018, weeks before she married Harry in a royal ceremony in London.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During their time in the US, Meghan and Harry had made several appearances in interviews, shows and lifestyle series such as Harry &amp; Meghan and With Love, Meghan and others. She also appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia's 18th season.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When Meghan and Harry's relocation news broke, it was said that it was not a permanent move, but that they would be relocating for an extended period. During this time, their kids will also be going to school in London.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, earlier, a source told Page Six that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are moving back to be closer to King Charles, and ''to ensure their children build relationships with family,'' sources told Page Six. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/is-king-charles-cancer-the-reason-behind-harry-and-meghan-s-uk-return-1787211571944">Read the full story here.&nbsp;</a></p>

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are moving back to London with their two children, six years after they left the UK for their new life in California. A day after the news was revealed, a new reason behind their London move has been revealed. 

Meghan Markle may not only be making a U-turn to London but also returning to the career she once said goodbye to. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly moving back to London with their two children, Archie and Lilibet. While the reason has been said to be their desire to have their children closer to the royal family, other reports suggest that Meghan may be returning to London for her next acting project. Meghan and Harry left royal life behind in 2020 and moved across the pond to California to build a new life. Meghan Markle and Harry returning to acting Meghan and Harry’s decision to move back to London has shocked royal watchers and people who closely follow the lives of the royals. More than a day after the decision was reportedly announced, it has been suggested that the reason behind their relocation could be a major acting project. Sources have told news.com.au that Meghan has been offered a role in an upcoming project based in the UK. More details about the project have not yet been revealed. News.com.au royal correspondent Bronte Coy told a BBC program on Friday, “I’m told it’s significant, and she’s very excited about it.” PEOPLE has also reportedly confirmed the news. This would be Markle’s first significant acting role since leaving Suits, in which she played the character Rachel Zane. She played the role for seven seasons, before her final appearance in April 2018, weeks before she married Harry in a royal ceremony in London. During their time in the US, Meghan and Harry had made several appearances in interviews, shows and lifestyle series such as Harry & Meghan and With Love, Meghan and others. She also appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia's 18th season. When Meghan and Harry's relocation news broke, it was said that it was not a permanent move, but that they would be relocating for an extended period. During this time, their kids will also be going to school in London. However, earlier, a source told Page Six that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are moving back to be closer to King Charles, and ''to ensure their children build relationships with family,'' sources told Page Six. Read the full story here.

<p>Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are moving back to London with their two children, six years after they left the UK for their new life in California. A day after the news was revealed, a new reason behind their London move has been revealed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Indian-born comedian Zarna Garg was stuck in a restroom at a Hermès store in Berlin for more than an hour. While getting locked inside one of the world’s costliest showrooms might sound like an easy joke to many, for Garg it was a real ordeal, one that she detailed in an Instagram post. What was more upsetting for her was how the Hermes staff behaved.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The comedian, who was locked inside, alleged that store staff initially didn't even call the fire department, broke the door and showed no remorse about the situation. Instead there focus was to protect the door.&nbsp;</p><h3>Indian Comedian Zarna Garg got trapped in Hermès restroom</h3><p>Hermès is a luxury house known for some of the world’s most expensive bags and high-end items. So this is the kind of experience no one would expect at the store.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a video sharing her ordeal, Garg said she was locked inside the restroom of the Hermès store.</p><p>What started as a fun outing soon turned into a panic situation. Workers at the store allegedly refused to break down the door and instead suggested calling the firefighters. However, even when the fire department arrived and tried to open the door, one worker was reportedly heard saying to “make sure no damage happens at all.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She shared in the caption,''We are all freaked out because I was locked shut in the bathroom of the Hermes store in Berlin for over an hour and no one cared!''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''At first we made light of it. Things happen. We started recording thinking we’ll make a funny video about what you can do when locked in a bathroom. I made an origami village of paper towels and played games like guess how many towels I’m holding,'' she shared.</p>

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<p>After spending more than 80 minutes inside the bathroom, what hurt her the most was the behaviour of the staff, who neither apologised nor offered any explanation for the situation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''No apology, no explanation, not a word of comfort was offered. Not even to my kids or team who were watching in horror on the other side.'' she wrote in the caption.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, in the video, a staff member was seen approaching the comedian with a bag. Garg refused to take it and walked away. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>‘’After an hour and 20 minutes, I make it out. No one says a word, apologizes, or makes eye contact with me. On the way out, an associate pushes a cheap bottle of champagne into my hands. A peace offering? We declined and they closed the door behind us and locked it shut,'' she wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When they were leaving the store, another staff member came out to speak to them about the broken restroom door. But while they were talking, he shut the door without even listening to her.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Netizens calls out Hermes over staff behaviour</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Garg, who has over 2 million followers on Instagram, shared the video, and since then it has gone viral. Reacting to the staff behaviour, netizens are slamming the staff and urging Hermès to train its employees on customer behaviour.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the video, the staff was heard saying that it happened earlier also.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Commenting on the video, one user wrote,''Wow!! And then he closed the door on your face when you were still talking! 😳 @hermes you should train your people way better! She deserves an apology!''</p><p>Another user wrote,''Shame @hermes, I hope you apologize properly for this. This is sick.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Third user wrote,''NEVER GO TO HERMES BERLIN, NOTED!!!!!!!!!!''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>One user wrote,''The doors like the birkin. You can't open it you can't close it. ICONIC.''</p>

Comedian Zarna Garg was stuck in a Hermès bathroom while her kids waited outside. Instead of breaking the door, she alleges staff refused to do it and told firefighters to protect it. Watch the viral video. 

Indian-born comedian Zarna Garg was stuck in a restroom at a Hermès store in Berlin for more than an hour. While getting locked inside one of the world’s costliest showrooms might sound like an easy joke to many, for Garg it was a real ordeal, one that she detailed in an Instagram post. What was more upsetting for her was how the Hermes staff behaved. The comedian, who was locked inside, alleged that store staff initially didn't even call the fire department, broke the door and showed no remorse about the situation. Instead there focus was to protect the door. Indian Comedian Zarna Garg got trapped in Hermès restroom Hermès is a luxury house known for some of the world’s most expensive bags and high-end items. So this is the kind of experience no one would expect at the store. In a video sharing her ordeal, Garg said she was locked inside the restroom of the Hermès store. What started as a fun outing soon turned into a panic situation. Workers at the store allegedly refused to break down the door and instead suggested calling the firefighters. However, even when the fire department arrived and tried to open the door, one worker was reportedly heard saying to “make sure no damage happens at all.” She shared in the caption,''We are all freaked out because I was locked shut in the bathroom of the Hermes store in Berlin for over an hour and no one cared!'' ''At first we made light of it. Things happen. We started recording thinking we’ll make a funny video about what you can do when locked in a bathroom. I made an origami village of paper towels and played games like guess how many towels I’m holding,'' she shared.

<p>Comedian Zarna Garg was stuck in a Hermès bathroom while her kids waited outside. Instead of breaking the door, she alleges staff refused to do it and told firefighters to protect it. Watch the viral video.&nbsp;</p>

'Protect the door!?' Comedian Zarna Garg gets trapped in Hermès bathroom, slams staff behaviour

Harry and Meghan are coming home six years after leaving the UK to build a new life in the US. But beyond building that life, the couple gave explosive interviews and wrote a book that shook the monarchy to its core.

<p>Harry and Meghan are coming home six years after leaving the UK to build a new life in the US. But beyond building that life, the couple gave explosive interviews and wrote a book that shook the monarchy to its core.</p>

From racism to suicide: Harry & Meghan's bombshells that shook the monarchy - now they're home

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly packing up for Britain, bringing their children back years after stepping down as senior royals in 2020. With the Sussexes dominating headlines once again, here is a look back at their journey.

<p>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly packing up for Britain, bringing their children back years after stepping down as senior royals in 2020. With the Sussexes dominating headlines once again, here is a look back at their journey.</p>

Prince Harry-Meghan Markle's return to UK: A complete timeline of Duke and Duchess' love story, royal life and Megxit

<p>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly making a U-turn from the US and returning to the UK with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, according to multiple reports.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The bombshell move, which few saw coming this year, comes six years after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down from royal duties and left Britain in 2020.</p><p>The couple built a life in California, but reports now claim they are moving back to Harry’s homeland, London.&nbsp;</p><h3>Why are Harry, Meghan and family moving back to the UK?</h3><p>Since leaving royal life, Harry and Meghan have lived in the US. But news of their reported return has sparked questions about the reason behind it. Is it a new project, or is King Charles the reason?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/why-did-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-move-to-the-us-the-royal-rift-and-megxit-explained-1787197949116">Why did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle move to the US in 2020? The royal rift and Megxit explained</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The timing is notable as it comes weeks after the couple reportedly spent time with the King. While nothing has been officially confirmed, a source close to Page Six claims that King Charles is behind the move.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are moving back to be closer to King Charles, and ''to ensure their children build relationships with family,'' sources told Page Six.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While the move may be aimed at bringing the children closer to their royal family, relations between Harry and Prince William are reportedly still strained. The Prince of Wales is said to be refusing to speak to his younger brother.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/why-did-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-move-to-the-us-the-royal-rift-and-megxit-explained-1787197949116">Why did Harry and Meghan move to the US? The royal rift and Megxit explained</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On July 10, King Charles reunited with Harry, Meghan and their two children at his country estate, Highgrove House. Queen Camilla was also present.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The queen was there for a reason,” royal writer Robert Jobson told us: “To make sure that everything was witnessed.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Charles, 77, is suffering from cancer, and during an interview with the BBC in 2025, Harry pointed out how that “life is precious,” adding that he doesn’t “know how much longer” Charles, has left following the diagnosis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The family of four is moving back to the UK for an extended period, not permanently. So they are not leaving their whole life behind in California. They are reportedly planning to maintain their home in Montecito, California, and their other property in Portugal.</p>

Harry and Meghan walked away from the UK to start over in the US. Now, in a stunning U-turn, they are heading back to Britain for an extended period. But what’s the reason?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly making a U-turn from the US and returning to the UK with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, according to multiple reports. The bombshell move, which few saw coming this year, comes six years after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down from royal duties and left Britain in 2020. The couple built a life in California, but reports now claim they are moving back to Harry’s homeland, London. Why are Harry, Meghan and family moving back to the UK? Since leaving royal life, Harry and Meghan have lived in the US. But news of their reported return has sparked questions about the reason behind it. Is it a new project, or is King Charles the reason? Also read: Why did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle move to the US in 2020? The royal rift and Megxit explained The timing is notable as it comes weeks after the couple reportedly spent time with the King. While nothing has been officially confirmed, a source close to Page Six claims that King Charles is behind the move. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are moving back to be closer to King Charles, and ''to ensure their children build relationships with family,'' sources told Page Six. While the move may be aimed at bringing the children closer to their royal family, relations between Harry and Prince William are reportedly still strained. The Prince of Wales is said to be refusing to speak to his younger brother. Also read: Why did Harry and Meghan move to the US? The royal rift and Megxit explained On July 10, King Charles reunited with Harry, Meghan and their two children at his country estate, Highgrove House. Queen Camilla was also present. “The queen was there for a reason,” royal writer Robert Jobson told us: “To make sure that everything was witnessed.” Charles, 77, is suffering from cancer, and during an interview with the BBC in 2025, Harry pointed out how that “life is precious,” adding that he doesn’t “know how much longer” Charles, has left following the diagnosis. The family of four is moving back to the UK for an extended period, not permanently. So they are not leaving their whole life behind in California. They are reportedly planning to maintain their home in Montecito, California, and their other property in Portugal.

<p>Harry and Meghan walked away from the UK to start over in the US. Now, in a stunning U-turn, they are heading back to Britain for an extended period. But what’s the reason?</p>

Is King Charles’ cancer the reason behind Harry and Meghan’s UK return?

<p>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are coming back to the UK six years after they stepped down from their roles as a senior working royal and moved to the US. Back in 2020, Harry and Meghan’s decision shocked the world and to date is seen as a defining moment in modern royal history. Dubbed ‘Megxit’ by the press, the move shook the British monarchy and touched off a series of controversies that redefined public perception of the royal family in Britain.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>What began as a plan to forge a hybrid role ultimately ended in a complete break from senior royal duties, sending the couple across the Atlantic to Montecito, California.&nbsp;</p><h2>Tensions over media and security</h2><p>Harry and Meghan’s departure from the UK was primarily due to an escalating war with the media. Harry frequently accused the British tabloid press of launching relentless, racially charged attacks against Meghan, drawing parallels to the aggressive paparazzi pursuit that contributed to the death of his mother, Princess Diana.&nbsp; Safety concerns only escalated for the couple as they were stripped of state-funded police protection upon leaving their official roles.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-set-to-move-back-to-the-uk-with-their-children-1787192886584">Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to move back to the UK with their children</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The decision triggered a years-long, highly publicised legal battle between Harry and the UK Home Office, with the Duke arguing that returning to his home country without official security posed an unacceptable risk to his family.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/meghan-markle-s-lifestyle-brand-as-ever-parts-ways-with-netflix-a-year-after-its-launch-1772821964245">Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand As Ever parts ways with Netflix after a year</a></p><h2>Bombshell claims and royal rift</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Not just security, but the couple also laid out their personal differences with the royal family in the public post their move to the US.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The couple’s relocation had, in any case, led to unprecedented public tell-alls. In a bombshell 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey, the Sussexes alleged institutional neglect and claimed an unnamed member of the royal family had expressed concerns about the skin tone of their unborn son, Archie.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further revelations emerged in their multi-million-dollar Netflix docuseries and Harry’s 2023 bestselling memoir, Spare, in which he alleged physical altercations with his brother, Prince William, and voiced sharp criticisms of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/meghan-markle-is-all-set-to-make-her-acting-comeback-in-a-film-starring-lily-collins-brie-larson-1762432779864">Meghan Markle is making her acting comeback in a film starring Lily Collins</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Back in the UK, critics and royal commentators accused the couple of hypocrisy, arguing that they leveraged their royal titles for commercial gain through deals with major streaming giants while simultaneously disparaging the monarchy.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Internal palace friction was further fuelled by reports of staff turnover and allegations of bullying against aides—claims Meghan firmly denied.&nbsp;</p><h2>A new chapter in California</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>By establishing their base in the US, the Sussexes secured financial independence and carved out a self-directed public image through their Archewell Foundation and commercial ventures including a lifestyle show for Meghan on Netflix. However, the move was seen as widening the rift within the House of Windsor. It created a historic modern precedent for life outside the royal enclave.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/meghan-markle-s-pregnant-twerking-video-in-the-hospital-leads-to-wild-conspiracy-theories-internet-calls-it-ai-generated-1749217399172">Meghan Markle’s pregnant twerking video in the hospital leads to wild conspiracy theories, Internet calls it AI generated</a></p><h2>Harry and Meghan’s move back to the UK</h2><p>While its too early to declare that all’s well in the family with Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK with their children, royal watchers do see relationship dynamics changing between King Charles and his younger son.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Harry and Meghan will not get back their royal titles and will be living outside of London as private individuals. Their children are all set to return to school in Britain from September onwards. Whether the move leads to more involvement of the couple in state events, as part of the royal family, is something that we will have to wait and watch.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are returning to the UK with their children, 6 years after they moved to the US following their resignation from their roles as senior members of the royal family. Security, constant war with the media and family tensions had led to the couple's move. 

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are coming back to the UK six years after they stepped down from their roles as a senior working royal and moved to the US. Back in 2020, Harry and Meghan’s decision shocked the world and to date is seen as a defining moment in modern royal history. Dubbed ‘Megxit’ by the press, the move shook the British monarchy and touched off a series of controversies that redefined public perception of the royal family in Britain. What began as a plan to forge a hybrid role ultimately ended in a complete break from senior royal duties, sending the couple across the Atlantic to Montecito, California. Tensions over media and security Harry and Meghan’s departure from the UK was primarily due to an escalating war with the media. Harry frequently accused the British tabloid press of launching relentless, racially charged attacks against Meghan, drawing parallels to the aggressive paparazzi pursuit that contributed to the death of his mother, Princess Diana. Safety concerns only escalated for the couple as they were stripped of state-funded police protection upon leaving their official roles. Also read: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to move back to the UK with their children The decision triggered a years-long, highly publicised legal battle between Harry and the UK Home Office, with the Duke arguing that returning to his home country without official security posed an unacceptable risk to his family. Also read: Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand As Ever parts ways with Netflix after a year Bombshell claims and royal rift Not just security, but the couple also laid out their personal differences with the royal family in the public post their move to the US. The couple’s relocation had, in any case, led to unprecedented public tell-alls. In a bombshell 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey, the Sussexes alleged institutional neglect and claimed an unnamed member of the royal family had expressed concerns about the skin tone of their unborn son, Archie. Further revelations emerged in their multi-million-dollar Netflix docuseries and Harry’s 2023 bestselling memoir, Spare, in which he alleged physical altercations with his brother, Prince William, and voiced sharp criticisms of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Also read: Meghan Markle is making her acting comeback in a film starring Lily Collins Back in the UK, critics and royal commentators accused the couple of hypocrisy, arguing that they leveraged their royal titles for commercial gain through deals with major streaming giants while simultaneously disparaging the monarchy. Internal palace friction was further fuelled by reports of staff turnover and allegations of bullying against aides—claims Meghan firmly denied. A new chapter in California By establishing their base in the US, the Sussexes secured financial independence and carved out a self-directed public image through their Archewell Foundation and commercial ventures including a lifestyle show for Meghan on Netflix. However, the move was seen as widening the rift within the House of Windsor. It created a historic modern precedent for life outside the royal enclave. Also read: Meghan Markle’s pregnant twerking video in the hospital leads to wild conspiracy theories, Internet calls it AI generated Harry and Meghan’s move back to the UK While its too early to declare that all’s well in the family with Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK with their children, royal watchers do see relationship dynamics changing between King Charles and his younger son. Harry and Meghan will not get back their royal titles and will be living outside of London as private individuals. Their children are all set to return to school in Britain from September onwards. Whether the move leads to more involvement of the couple in state events, as part of the royal family, is something that we will have to wait and watch.

<p>Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are returning to the UK with their children, 6 years after they moved to the US following their resignation from their roles as senior members of the royal family. Security, constant war with the media and family tensions had led to the couple's move.&nbsp;</p>

Why did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle move to the US in 2020? The royal rift and Megxit explained

<p>Prince Harry is coming back home. The Duke of Sussex is all set to move back to London along with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, this month from the US. According to multiple reports, Harry and Megan will not resume their royal duties after moving to the UK.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The family of four is reportedly going to move to a private, non-royal residence just outside of London later this month.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Archie and Lilibet will be starting school in Britain from September.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>King Charles was told about the move on Sunday. The Sussexes and their children had reportedly visited the King at his Highgrove home in July this year, but the move was not discussed at that time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The BBC has stated that the King was unaware of Harry and Meghan's plans until last weekend but has now welcomed the opportunity to see more of them in a private and personal capacity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/royal-reunion-king-charles-meets-grandchildren-prince-archie-and-princess-lilibet-after-four-years-1783833023492">King Charles meets Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet after four years</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>There will be no change in the official status of Prince Harry, and Meghan and they are expected to remain private individuals in the UK.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Harry and Meghan's move to the US in 2020</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Sussexes' had shocked the world in 2020 when they stepped down from their roles as senior royals and moved to California, US in early 2020.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Family relations had been strained ever since. But royal watchers feel &nbsp;Haary and Meghan's July visit to meet King Charles and Queen Camilla was a turning point for the family.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/prince-harry-to-travel-to-london-alone-without-meghan-markle-and-their-children-archie-and-lilibet-1783179364881">Prince Harry to travel to London alone, without Meghan Markle and kids</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Palace described the meeting at the King's private home in Gloucestershire as a "private family occasion".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It was the first time the King had seen his grandchildren in person in more than four years. Prince Harry and Meghan had not been in the UK together since 2022, when they attended the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/prince-harry-loses-privacy-invasion-lawsuit-against-newspaper-1783432854053">Prince Harry loses privacy invasion lawsuit against newspaper</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Security for the couple has long been a point of tension. The July visit was also being reconsidered after the duke's request for police protection was rejected.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Last year, Prince Harry lost a legal challenge over the levels of security he and his family are entitled to while in the UK. The duke had sought to overturn a decision that had downgraded his security after he stopped being a working royal and moved to the US with the Duchess.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Five years after they stepped down from their roles as senior members of the royal family and moved to the US, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to move back to the UK along with their children. 

Prince Harry is coming back home. The Duke of Sussex is all set to move back to London along with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, this month from the US. According to multiple reports, Harry and Megan will not resume their royal duties after moving to the UK. The family of four is reportedly going to move to a private, non-royal residence just outside of London later this month. Archie and Lilibet will be starting school in Britain from September. King Charles was told about the move on Sunday. The Sussexes and their children had reportedly visited the King at his Highgrove home in July this year, but the move was not discussed at that time. The BBC has stated that the King was unaware of Harry and Meghan's plans until last weekend but has now welcomed the opportunity to see more of them in a private and personal capacity. Also read: King Charles meets Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet after four years There will be no change in the official status of Prince Harry, and Meghan and they are expected to remain private individuals in the UK. Harry and Meghan's move to the US in 2020 The Sussexes' had shocked the world in 2020 when they stepped down from their roles as senior royals and moved to California, US in early 2020. Family relations had been strained ever since. But royal watchers feel Haary and Meghan's July visit to meet King Charles and Queen Camilla was a turning point for the family. Also read: Prince Harry to travel to London alone, without Meghan Markle and kids The Palace described the meeting at the King's private home in Gloucestershire as a "private family occasion". It was the first time the King had seen his grandchildren in person in more than four years. Prince Harry and Meghan had not been in the UK together since 2022, when they attended the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Also read: Prince Harry loses privacy invasion lawsuit against newspaper Security for the couple has long been a point of tension. The July visit was also being reconsidered after the duke's request for police protection was rejected. Last year, Prince Harry lost a legal challenge over the levels of security he and his family are entitled to while in the UK. The duke had sought to overturn a decision that had downgraded his security after he stopped being a working royal and moved to the US with the Duchess.

<p>Five years after they stepped down from their roles as senior members of the royal family and moved to the US, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to move back to the UK along with their children.&nbsp;</p>

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to move back to the UK with their children

<p>Queen Camilla has spoken publicly for the first time about her husband King Charles’ cancer diagnosis. In February 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that the King, then 75, had been diagnosed with “a form of cancer” following a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During a visit to mark the 30th anniversary of UK cancer charity Maggie’s, the Queen recalled how difficult it was to keep the news a secret in the days before the official announcement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Charles, 77, is currently the King of Britain and has been actively taking part in all the royal activities.</p><p>Queen Camilla on King Charles' cancer diagnosis</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Queen Camilla has spoken publicly about her husband's diagnosis during her visit to mark the 30th anniversary of UK cancer charity Maggie’s.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During her visit, she recalled the time when she visited the centre after Charles was diagnosed with the deadly disease.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I remember coming to see a Maggie’s just after the King being diagnosed. Nobody could say anything at the time. That was quite difficult,” Camilla told Maggie’s chief executive Dame Laura Lee.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I was just longing to let it out but obviously I couldn’t.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Nobody could say anything at the time, that was quite difficult.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Recalling the time she visited the centre, the Queen shared,''I almost said something but, you know, I felt that it wasn’t the time to say.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking about how Charles handled the news, Camilla praised his determination, saying,“Look at my husband. Nothing stopped him. He just said, ‘This is my way. I’m going to cope with it.’”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In February 2024, Charles's diagnosis was announced. Months later, in April, he returned to his royal duties.</p><p><br>In Dec 2025, Charles announced that his cancer treatment will be 'reduced' in rare health update.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Appearing in Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer, he shared, "Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to ‘doctors’ orders,’ my own schedule of cancer treatment can be reduced in the New Year," the King said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care in recent years; testimony that I hope may give encouragement to the fifty percent of us who will be diagnosed with the illness at some point in our lives," he continued.</p>

During a visit to mark the 30th anniversary of UK cancer charity Maggie’s, the Queen recalled how difficult it was to keep the news a secret in the days before the official announcement.



Queen Camilla has spoken publicly for the first time about her husband King Charles’ cancer diagnosis. In February 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that the King, then 75, had been diagnosed with “a form of cancer” following a procedure to treat an enlarged prostate. During a visit to mark the 30th anniversary of UK cancer charity Maggie’s, the Queen recalled how difficult it was to keep the news a secret in the days before the official announcement. Charles, 77, is currently the King of Britain and has been actively taking part in all the royal activities. Queen Camilla on King Charles' cancer diagnosis Queen Camilla has spoken publicly about her husband's diagnosis during her visit to mark the 30th anniversary of UK cancer charity Maggie’s. During her visit, she recalled the time when she visited the centre after Charles was diagnosed with the deadly disease. “I remember coming to see a Maggie’s just after the King being diagnosed. Nobody could say anything at the time. That was quite difficult,” Camilla told Maggie’s chief executive Dame Laura Lee. “I was just longing to let it out but obviously I couldn’t.” “Nobody could say anything at the time, that was quite difficult.” Recalling the time she visited the centre, the Queen shared,''I almost said something but, you know, I felt that it wasn’t the time to say.” Speaking about how Charles handled the news, Camilla praised his determination, saying,“Look at my husband. Nothing stopped him. He just said, ‘This is my way. I’m going to cope with it.’” In February 2024, Charles's diagnosis was announced. Months later, in April, he returned to his royal duties. In Dec 2025, Charles announced that his cancer treatment will be 'reduced' in rare health update. Appearing in Channel 4’s Stand Up To Cancer, he shared, "Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to ‘doctors’ orders,’ my own schedule of cancer treatment can be reduced in the New Year," the King said. "This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care in recent years; testimony that I hope may give encouragement to the fifty percent of us who will be diagnosed with the illness at some point in our lives," he continued.

<p>Queen Camilla has spoken publicly for the first time about King Charles’ cancer diagnosis. In February 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that the King, then 75, had been diagnosed with “a form of cancer” after treatment for an enlarged prostate.</p>

Queen Camilla breaks silence on King Charles’ cancer diagnosis: 'That was quite difficult'

Varenne, Italy’s most celebrated racehorse, died at the age of 31 on August 18 (Tuesday). Widely known for his record-breaking career, his untimely demise leaves behind an enduring legacy in the sport.

<p>Varenne, Italy’s most celebrated racehorse, died at the age of 31 on August 18 (Tuesday). Widely known for his record-breaking career, his untimely demise leaves behind an enduring legacy in the sport.</p>

Varenne, Italy’s most celebrated racehorse, dies at 31

<p>The summer retreat for Britain's monarch has now started. On August 18 (Tuesday), King Charles III arrived at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, marking the beginning of his traditional late-summer holiday. This annual royal retreat allows the monarch to take a break from official duties and spend time at the historic Scottish estate, continuing a tradition that the British royal family has followed for many years.</p><h2>King Charles arrives at Balmoral Castle</h2><p>The royal family's summer holiday has now begun. On August 18 (Tuesday), King Charles arrived at Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands, an estate that has long served as a late-summer retreat for members of the royal family. It is expected that the monarch will remain at the iconic castle for a break from public duties until September 2026.<br><br>The King was welcomed by local people, members of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, and one of the famous Shetland pony mascots, Corporal Cruachan IV, along with his handler, Cpl Rory Stewart. During his inspection of the battalion, the King greeted the pony and its handler.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Welcoming His Majesty, Major Tommy Blair, who is in his second year as commander of Balaklava Company, took a stance and said, “It is a great honour for Balaklava Company to welcome His Majesty the King to Balmoral.” He further said that while the company has extensive ceremonial experience across Scotland and the UK, several new soldiers had recently joined the ranks. For some of them, it was their first opportunity to meet their colonel-in-chief.</p><p><br>"The quality of the turnout and ceremony today reflects the many hours of dedicated preparation that all ranks in the company have put into marking this very special occasion," he concluded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/out-of-curiosity-staff-member-played-king-charles-death-message-on-air-then-panics-and-runs-away-1786426985178"><strong>Staff member played King Charles’ death message, then panics and runs away</strong></a><br><br>The grand event also featured musical performances by the pipes, drums, and bugles of the 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland, led by Drum Major Sgt William Crawford and Pipe Major Col Sgt Joe Davies.<br><br>Davies commented on the significance of the occasion, saying, "It's always an honour to perform for His Majesty the King's arrival, and this year was especially special for me because it was my first time leading the 2 SCOTS pipes, drums, and bugles."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/royal-reunion-king-charles-meets-grandchildren-prince-archie-and-princess-lilibet-after-four-years-1783833023492"><strong>King Charles meets Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet after four years</strong></a></p><p><br>He added that "I have had the honour of taking part in this ceremony on several occasions throughout my career, but leading the band made it an especially memorable experience."<br><br>Following the ceremony, the king met and greeted the public, who had gathered near the gates and waited for hours to see him.</p>

The summer break for King Charles III has finally begun. Switching to a zen mode from royal duties, the king has arrived at Balmoral Castle and was welcomed by the Royal Regiment of Scotland, which also featured a pony mascot.

The summer retreat for Britain's monarch has now started. On August 18 (Tuesday), King Charles III arrived at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, marking the beginning of his traditional late-summer holiday. This annual royal retreat allows the monarch to take a break from official duties and spend time at the historic Scottish estate, continuing a tradition that the British royal family has followed for many years. King Charles arrives at Balmoral Castle The royal family's summer holiday has now begun. On August 18 (Tuesday), King Charles arrived at Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands, an estate that has long served as a late-summer retreat for members of the royal family. It is expected that the monarch will remain at the iconic castle for a break from public duties until September 2026. The King was welcomed by local people, members of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, and one of the famous Shetland pony mascots, Corporal Cruachan IV, along with his handler, Cpl Rory Stewart. During his inspection of the battalion, the King greeted the pony and its handler.

<p>King Charles III has officially kicked off his summer break, stepping away from royal duties as he arrived at Balmoral Castle. To mark the start of his retreat, the King was greeted by the Royal Regiment of Scotland, complete with their official pony mascot.</p>

King Charles’ summer break begins: The Royal arrives at Balmoral Castle for traditional retreat

The World's Ugliest Dog contest doesn't just celebrate physical imperfections—it redefines how the world views animal beauty, resilience, and rescue. What began decades ago as a quirky local fair attraction has grown into a powerful global platform for animal welfare.

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<p>Scientists at the University of Cambridge say they have resolved a long-standing puzzle in obesity research: how both activating and blocking the same brain receptor can reduce food intake and body weight. The study found that the answer lies not simply in whether the receptor is switched on or off, but in where it is located in the brain. The findings were published in Nature Metabolism under the title “Distinct brain regions mediate regulation of food intake in response to GIPR agonism or antagonism”. The study was led by Dr Jo Edward Lewis and colleagues at the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Metabolic Science.</p><h2>The GIPR paradox</h2><p>The receptor at the centre of this discovery is the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR), which is involved in regulating appetite, metabolism and blood sugar. GIPR is an important target in the development of obesity medicines. Drugs such as tirzepatide, sold as Mounjaro and Zepbound, activate GIPR alongside the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor. Other experimental medicines take the opposite approach by blocking GIPR. MariTide, currently in Phase 3 clinical trials, combines GIPR antagonism with GLP-1 receptor activation. The apparent contradiction has puzzled researchers for years. Why should both stimulating and blocking the same receptor contribute to weight loss?</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/weight-loss-drugs-fuel-protein-rich-whey-craving-demand-for-protein-rich-whey-explodes-1778001291434/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/weight-loss-drugs-fuel-protein-rich-whey-craving-demand-for-protein-rich-whey-explodes-1778001291434/embed</a></p><h2>It is the brain region that determines the outcome</h2><p>Cambridge researchers used genetically engineered mice in which GIPR could be selectively removed from particular regions of the brain. One group lacked GIPR in the brainstem, while another lacked the receptor in the hypothalamus. A control group retained normal GIPR expression. The researchers then examined responses to GIPR agonists and antagonists, as well as GLP-1 medicines used alone and in combination. The experiments revealed two distinct mechanisms. When GIPR is activated in the brainstem, it suppresses appetite, reducing food consumption and body weight. Blocking GIPR in the hypothalamus, on the other hand, strengthens the brain’s response to signals indicating that the body is full.</p><p>In the hypothalamus, GIPR appears to act as a brake on satiety signalling. Blocking the receptor releases that brake, allowing fullness signals to become more powerful and reducing food intake through a different pathway.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/beyond-the-scale-the-hard-truth-about-fitness-nobody-talks-about-1781351991790">Beyond the scale: The hard truth about fitness nobody talks about</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The researchers monitored food intake, body weight, fat mass, blood-sugar control and brain activity throughout the study. Their findings suggest that the same receptor can influence weight loss through different neural circuits depending on its location in the brain.</p><h2>What the discovery means for future combination drugs</h2><p>The researchers also found evidence that GIPR blockade could enhance the effects of medicines targeting the amylin receptor. This raises the possibility of combining different hormone pathways to produce stronger weight-loss effects. The findings could help researchers develop more precise obesity treatments that target specific brain circuits rather than treating GIPR as a single, uniform switch.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/next-weight-loss-breakthrough-astrazeneca-tests-a-daily-pill-1780986473092">Next weight-loss breakthrough? AstraZeneca tests a daily pill - Elecoglipron</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Understanding which brain circuits respond to these medications – and how they do so – could help us design better drugs that produce more weight loss with fewer side effects, and which might work in combination with other obesity medicines to even greater effect,” Lewis said.</p><p>The study was funded by the UK Medical Research Council and Wellcome. As the research was conducted in mice, the findings do not yet establish that the same mechanisms will operate identically in humans. However, the work provides a framework for developing the next generation of obesity medicines and reinforces the central role of the brain in regulating body weight.</p>

Cambridge scientists found why activating and blocking a brain receptor can both cause weight loss. The drugs act on different brain regions, revealing new pathways for more effective obesity treatments.

Scientists at the University of Cambridge say they have resolved a long-standing puzzle in obesity research: how both activating and blocking the same brain receptor can reduce food intake and body weight. The study found that the answer lies not simply in whether the receptor is switched on or off, but in where it is located in the brain. The findings were published in Nature Metabolism under the title “Distinct brain regions mediate regulation of food intake in response to GIPR agonism or antagonism”. The study was led by Dr Jo Edward Lewis and colleagues at the University of Cambridge’s Institute of Metabolic Science. The GIPR paradox The receptor at the centre of this discovery is the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor (GIPR), which is involved in regulating appetite, metabolism and blood sugar. GIPR is an important target in the development of obesity medicines. Drugs such as tirzepatide, sold as Mounjaro and Zepbound, activate GIPR alongside the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor. Other experimental medicines take the opposite approach by blocking GIPR. MariTide, currently in Phase 3 clinical trials, combines GIPR antagonism with GLP-1 receptor activation. The apparent contradiction has puzzled researchers for years. Why should both stimulating and blocking the same receptor contribute to weight loss? https://www.wionews.com/videos/weight-loss-drugs-fuel-protein-rich-whey-craving-demand-for-protein-rich-whey-explodes-1778001291434/embed It is the brain region that determines the outcome Cambridge researchers used genetically engineered mice in which GIPR could be selectively removed from particular regions of the brain. One group lacked GIPR in the brainstem, while another lacked the receptor in the hypothalamus. A control group retained normal GIPR expression. The researchers then examined responses to GIPR agonists and antagonists, as well as GLP-1 medicines used alone and in combination. The experiments revealed two distinct mechanisms. When GIPR is activated in the brainstem, it suppresses appetite, reducing food consumption and body weight. Blocking GIPR in the hypothalamus, on the other hand, strengthens the brain’s response to signals indicating that the body is full. In the hypothalamus, GIPR appears to act as a brake on satiety signalling. Blocking the receptor releases that brake, allowing fullness signals to become more powerful and reducing food intake through a different pathway. Also read: Beyond the scale: The hard truth about fitness nobody talks about The researchers monitored food intake, body weight, fat mass, blood-sugar control and brain activity throughout the study. Their findings suggest that the same receptor can influence weight loss through different neural circuits depending on its location in the brain. What the discovery means for future combination drugs The researchers also found evidence that GIPR blockade could enhance the effects of medicines targeting the amylin receptor. This raises the possibility of combining different hormone pathways to produce stronger weight-loss effects. The findings could help researchers develop more precise obesity treatments that target specific brain circuits rather than treating GIPR as a single, uniform switch. Also read: Next weight-loss breakthrough? AstraZeneca tests a daily pill - Elecoglipron “Understanding which brain circuits respond to these medications – and how they do so – could help us design better drugs that produce more weight loss with fewer side effects, and which might work in combination with other obesity medicines to even greater effect,” Lewis said. The study was funded by the UK Medical Research Council and Wellcome. As the research was conducted in mice, the findings do not yet establish that the same mechanisms will operate identically in humans. However, the work provides a framework for developing the next generation of obesity medicines and reinforces the central role of the brain in regulating body weight.

<p>Cambridge scientists found why activating and blocking a brain receptor can both cause weight loss. The drugs act on different brain regions, revealing new pathways for more effective obesity treatments.</p>

Scientists solve brain “switch” mystery behind weight loss in possible game changer for obesity drugs

<p>The partition of India not only changed its landscape but its food as well. As lines were drawn across the soil, they severed the landscape, but those lines could not cut through the fragrant air of a kitchen. In the heavy trunks of millions fleeing both West and East Pakistan, wrapped alongside yellowed photographs and worn brass utensils, lived the invisible, indelible baggage of taste. It was the smoky, soul-warming sizzle of a Punjabi tandoor set up on a Delhi sidewalk, the delicate crunch of Sindhi dal pakwan in Bombay, and the fiery, river-kissed perfection of a Padma Ilish cooked in the cramped kitchens of West Bengal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Long before refugees found solace and built a home in a new land, the hearth provided familial comfort and sometimes became a place for a new kind of invention. Some favourites they carried over across the border, some dishes were created in austerity, some were introduced to a curious new neighbour whille others were put to rest, just to merge or adapt into a newer land.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Migration of Entire Cuisines and Shared Roots</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dr Kurush F Dalal, a Mumbai-based Archaeologist and Culinary Anthropologist, credits Sindh for bringing in an entire cuisine to India post-partition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p>“It's not one dish; it's an entire cuisine that came to India. We have a large number of Sindhis who came here as refugees. So the whole of Sindhi cuisine as we understand it today is in India, essentially thanks to these migrants.”</p></blockquote><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dayal pointed out that particular dishes that we typically identify from West and East Pakistan were already being made on this side of the subcontinent. “It may have become more popular post-partition,” said Dayal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vernika Awal, a Delhi-based food and culture writer and researcher and brand lead of Ikk Panjab, agrees with Dayal and adds, “Before Partition, Punjab shared a remarkably fluid culinary culture across what are now India and Pakistan. Post-Partition, East Punjab became more associated with vegetarianism, while West Punjab remained more meat-forward. But that divide was never simply religious. Food was shaped by caste, class and occupation, and in an agrarian society, even our relationship with cattle influenced what we ate. Vegetarianism, therefore, was also a question of privilege and social position."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When asked if any dishes were introduced to East Punjab post-partition, Awal said, “I think dishes like the Chapli kebab have travelled from the west to east and are finally kind of catching up and people are taking note.”</p><h2><strong>Debunking the Punjabi Meat Myth</strong></h2><p>Both Dayal and Awal revealed that while chicken is considered a staple of Punjabi cuisine, in reality, a lot of Punjabis are vegetarian.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Meat consumption was not simply a question of who ate meat and who didn’t. Even among meat-eating communities, hierarchy determined who got which part of the animal. The more desirable cuts and the offal were distributed along lines of class, caste and access. What you ate, and which part you ate, could tell you exactly where you stood in the social order,” said Awal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Crossing the Border in Bengal</strong></h2><p>In Bengal too, lines were blurred in terms of culinary specialities, with both communities being familiar with each other's flavours. However, dishes like <i>bhorta</i>, <i>shutki maach</i>, and <i>chitol macher muitha</i> became more popular in West Bengal post-partition.</p><h3>How to make Chitol Macher Muitha:</h3>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>West Bengal kitchens were introduced to <i>papdma macher jhaal</i>, <i>shorshe ilish</i>, crisp, layered <i>Dhakai porota</i> and others. Food became a means to stitch a fractured world back together, one bite at a time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Necessity as the Mother of Culinary Invention</strong></h2><p>The partition also led to the invention of new dishes which we now commonly associate with the Punjabi community. Dishes like Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani did not exist before partition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p>“Butter chicken was born out of strife. The fact that you can't afford to waste food, you had to find ways to ensure that there's no food wasted,” said Awal.</p></blockquote><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dayal points out that Dal Makhni too was a dhaba dish that came post-partition—a variation of the traditional ‘<i>Maa Ki Daal’</i>. “The cream and the butter were added to make dishes more indulgent, and also because, as an agrarian society, milk and its by-products are in plenty in Punjab,” added Awal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sindhis popularised spicy papads in India. Dayal also points to <i>Macaroni Sabji, </i>which is a staple in Sindhi households. Austerity led to the invention of new dishes: “Sindhis invented <i>Macaroni sabji </i>after food kits of dry macaroni were provided to them in refugee camps. They didn’t know what to do with it, put it in the cooker with spices, onion and potato—and you get <i>Macaroni sabji.”</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>How to make Macaroni Sabji</strong></h3>

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<h3>How to make dhaba-style Dal Makhani:&nbsp;</h3>

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<h2><strong>The Sweet Heritage of Displacement</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bengal also witnessed a change in sweets as Muslim <i>karigars</i> went to East Pakistan and the Hindu <i>Mayras</i> (craftsmen) came to West Bengal, bringing with them the legacy of <i>Dhakai</i> traditional sweets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“There are Mayaras who migrated from the then East Bengal to West Bengal. Even to this date, you will have sweet shops in Kolkata that pay a homage to their desh/ homeland by naming sweets after Dhaka, Pabna etc,” says Dr Ishita Dey, author of <i>Sweet Excess: Crafting Mishti in Bengal</i> and professor at the Faculty, Department of Sociology, South Asian University.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p>Sweets like <i>Pithe</i> were introduced in Bengal. Dey also points out a sweet called <i>Postokodom,</i> which is common to the Murshidabad area as well as across the border in the Rajshahi division in Bangladesh.</p></blockquote><h2><strong>The Enduring Hearth</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ultimately, partition redrew physical borders, but it could not contain the shared memory of taste. Through the hardships of displacement and refugee camps, food served as both a nostalgic link to lost homelands and a canvas for survival and reinvention. Culinary traditions adapted to austerity, blurred regional lines, and introduced vibrant new flavours across the subcontinent. Far more than mere sustenance, the post-partition kitchen became a site of resilience, proving that while land can be divided, the heritage of the hearth endures, healing and uniting a fractured world.</p>

Partition altered lives and created borders. But it also gave Indians a new palate. Dishes were born out of austerity, some were introduced to Indian kitchens as Hindus traveled from West and East Pakistan to India, carrying with them familiar tastes and memories. 

The partition of India not only changed its landscape but its food as well. As lines were drawn across the soil, they severed the landscape, but those lines could not cut through the fragrant air of a kitchen. In the heavy trunks of millions fleeing both West and East Pakistan, wrapped alongside yellowed photographs and worn brass utensils, lived the invisible, indelible baggage of taste. It was the smoky, soul-warming sizzle of a Punjabi tandoor set up on a Delhi sidewalk, the delicate crunch of Sindhi dal pakwan in Bombay, and the fiery, river-kissed perfection of a Padma Ilish cooked in the cramped kitchens of West Bengal. Long before refugees found solace and built a home in a new land, the hearth provided familial comfort and sometimes became a place for a new kind of invention. Some favourites they carried over across the border, some dishes were created in austerity, some were introduced to a curious new neighbour whille others were put to rest, just to merge or adapt into a newer land. Migration of Entire Cuisines and Shared Roots Dr Kurush F Dalal, a Mumbai-based Archaeologist and Culinary Anthropologist, credits Sindh for bringing in an entire cuisine to India post-partition. “It's not one dish; it's an entire cuisine that came to India. We have a large number of Sindhis who came here as refugees. So the whole of Sindhi cuisine as we understand it today is in India, essentially thanks to these migrants.” Dayal pointed out that particular dishes that we typically identify from West and East Pakistan were already being made on this side of the subcontinent. “It may have become more popular post-partition,” said Dayal. Vernika Awal, a Delhi-based food and culture writer and researcher and brand lead of Ikk Panjab, agrees with Dayal and adds, “Before Partition, Punjab shared a remarkably fluid culinary culture across what are now India and Pakistan. Post-Partition, East Punjab became more associated with vegetarianism, while West Punjab remained more meat-forward. But that divide was never simply religious. Food was shaped by caste, class and occupation, and in an agrarian society, even our relationship with cattle influenced what we ate. Vegetarianism, therefore, was also a question of privilege and social position." When asked if any dishes were introduced to East Punjab post-partition, Awal said, “I think dishes like the Chapli kebab have travelled from the west to east and are finally kind of catching up and people are taking note.” Debunking the Punjabi Meat Myth Both Dayal and Awal revealed that while chicken is considered a staple of Punjabi cuisine, in reality, a lot of Punjabis are vegetarian. “Meat consumption was not simply a question of who ate meat and who didn’t. Even among meat-eating communities, hierarchy determined who got which part of the animal. The more desirable cuts and the offal were distributed along lines of class, caste and access. What you ate, and which part you ate, could tell you exactly where you stood in the social order,” said Awal. Crossing the Border in Bengal In Bengal too, lines were blurred in terms of culinary specialities, with both communities being familiar with each other's flavours. However, dishes like bhorta, shutki maach, and chitol macher muitha became more popular in West Bengal post-partition. How to make Chitol Macher Muitha:

<p>Partition altered lives and created borders. But it also gave Indians a new palate. Dishes were born out of austerity; some were introduced to Indian kitchens as Hindus travelled from West and East Pakistan to India, carrying with them familiar tastes and memories.&nbsp;</p>

India's 80th Independence Day: How Partition’s fractured borders rewrote the subcontinent’s recipe book

<p>On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about a seven-pronged roadmap for India’s growth and development. On Saturday, while addressing the nation from the Red Fort, he introduced the concept of Shakti Ki Saptadhara (seven streams of strength), as part of the broader vision for building a Viksit Bharat by 2047.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The seven areas mentioned by the Prime Minister are manufacturing, agriculture and food processing, technology and innovation, connectivity or Gatishakti, self-reliant defence, green and blue economy, and soft power.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pm-modi-s-safa-tradition-a-look-at-his-independence-day-turbans-from-2014-to-2026-1786765093118"><strong>PM Modi’s safa tradition: A look at his Independence Day turbans from 2014 to 2026</strong></a></p><h2>PM Modi on soft power</h2><p>While speaking about the final point, PM Modi said, "The seventh strength of the Sapta Dhara is India's soft power. Today, Yoga has connected the world to India. Our Ayurveda, holistic healthcare, handicrafts, culture, films, animation, gaming, digital content. The world is recognizing and looking forward to India's WAVES summit. We have more than 100 national parks. We have an opportunity to attract foreign tourists through the power of soft power."</p><h2>Yoga and Ayurveda</h2><p>According to the Prime Minister, Yoga has contributed to establishing a deeper connection between India and the global community. "Today, yoga has connected the entire world with India. Yoga is increasingly becoming a source of energy for the world and an important source of trust in India."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/80-years-one-nation-countless-stories-how-bollywood-showed-us-freedom-1786730878191"><strong>80 years, one nation &amp; countless stories: How Bollywood showed us freedom</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Listing out the seven streams, PM Modi says manufacturing, farming, technology, gatishakti, raksha shakti, green energy, and soft power are India&#39;s &#39;Saptadhara&#39; and will power India&#39;s next level of growth <a href="https://t.co/tpvEhbjjqd">pic.twitter.com/tpvEhbjjqd</a></p>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://x.com/WIONews/status/2088485143979905140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/independence-day-travel-historic-destinations-that-bring-india-s-freedom-story-to-life-1786715434255"><strong>Independence Day travel: Historic places that tell India's freedom story</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking about Ayurveda, he added, "India has centres of faith, Ayurveda and a holistic healthcare system. Through the Healing India movement, we can take our capabilities to the world."</p><h2>PM Modi on films, VFX and gaming</h2><p>He also called attention to the country’s rapidly expanding creative economy. "Whether it is handicrafts, our culture, our films, our creative industries, VFX, animation, gaming or digital content, India can demonstrate its strength in the creative world," PM Modi said in his speech.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Discussing about World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES), he said, "Today, India has given a major boost to the WAVES Summit. The world is gradually beginning to look forward to India’s World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit."</p><p>"It will introduce India’s soft power and creative world to the global audience."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/independence-day-2026-10-rare-photos-from-india-s-first-independence-day-celebrations-1786699648212"><strong>Independence Day 2026: Photos from India's first Independence Day celebrations</strong></a></p><h2>PM Modi on tourism</h2><p>Tourism was another major element of the Prime Minister’s vision. "My dear countrymen, India has immense forest wealth. We have more than 100 national parks and enormous potential, but we have not done enough to attract foreign tourists."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added that India should use its cultural and natural assets to attract visitors from different parts of the world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We have an opportunity, through our soft power, to attract tourists from around the world to India. We have to showcase our capabilities to the world."<br>&nbsp;</p>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed India on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day on Saturday. During his speech, he introduced the concept of Shakti Ki Saptadhara and highlighted India's soft power.

On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about a seven-pronged roadmap for India’s growth and development. On Saturday, while addressing the nation from the Red Fort, he introduced the concept of Shakti Ki Saptadhara (seven streams of strength), as part of the broader vision for building a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The seven areas mentioned by the Prime Minister are manufacturing, agriculture and food processing, technology and innovation, connectivity or Gatishakti, self-reliant defence, green and blue economy, and soft power. Also Read: PM Modi’s safa tradition: A look at his Independence Day turbans from 2014 to 2026 PM Modi on soft power While speaking about the final point, PM Modi said, "The seventh strength of the Sapta Dhara is India's soft power. Today, Yoga has connected the world to India. Our Ayurveda, holistic healthcare, handicrafts, culture, films, animation, gaming, digital content. The world is recognizing and looking forward to India's WAVES summit. We have more than 100 national parks. We have an opportunity to attract foreign tourists through the power of soft power." Yoga and Ayurveda According to the Prime Minister, Yoga has contributed to establishing a deeper connection between India and the global community. "Today, yoga has connected the entire world with India. Yoga is increasingly becoming a source of energy for the world and an important source of trust in India." Also Read: 80 years, one nation & countless stories: How Bollywood showed us freedom

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed India on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day on Saturday. During his speech, he introduced the concept of Shakti Ki Saptadhara and highlighted India's soft power.<br>&nbsp;</p>

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All eyes were on the Red Fort this Saturday, Aug 15, as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day. PM Narendra Modi once again addressed the nation, and once again, his turban stole the show. This year, he wore a striking red colour bandhani safa

<p>All eyes were on the Red Fort this Saturday, Aug 15, as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day. PM Narendra Modi once again addressed the nation, and once again, his turban stole the show. This year, he wore a striking red colour bandhani safa</p>

PM Modi’s safa tradition: A look at his Independence Day turbans from 2014 to 2026

India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, marking 79 years since freedom from British rule. Here are destinations that bring India's freedom struggle closer to life.

<p>India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, marking 79 years since freedom from British rule. Here are destinations that bring India's freedom struggle closer to life.</p>

Independence Day travel: Historic destinations that bring India's freedom story to life

As India's 80th Independence Day approaches, here's a look at some rare photos from the nation’s first celebration as a free country. From historic speeches and flag-hoisting ceremonies to Jawaharlal Nehru’s first speech. 

<p>As India's 80th Independence Day approaches, here's a look at some rare photos from the nation’s first celebration as a free country. From historic speeches and flag-hoisting ceremonies to Jawaharlal Nehru’s first speech.&nbsp;</p>

Independence Day 2026: 10 rare photos from India's first Independence Day celebrations

From All India Radio broadcasts to live streaming on digital platforms, India’s Independence Day coverage has witnessed a major evolution in the last 80 years.

<p>From All India Radio broadcasts to live streaming on digital platforms, India’s Independence Day coverage has witnessed a major evolution in the last 80 years.</p>

From Radio to YouTube: How Indians have watched the Independence Day ceremony over the years

<p>What was meant to be a celebration of beauty and national pride took an unexpected turn at the 2026 Miss Universe Canada pageant when former titleholder Ashley Callingbull stopped the competition to address concerns over cultural appropriation. Callingbull used the live moment to speak about how costumes she felt misrepresented Indigenous culture.</p><h2>What happened during the beauty pageant?</h2><p>The controversy centred on the national costume competition held on August 4. Callingbull said she had not been physically present for the segment but had watched videos of the contestants' appearances. Callingbull noted that “during the national competition and the costume competition, there was cultural appropriation that was done towards Indigenous peoples.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/lack-of-respect-sultan-of-brunei-removes-daughter-in-law-s-titles-1786682065463"><strong>'Lack of respect’: Sultan of Brunei removes daughter-in-law’s titles</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ashley Callingbull, the winner of Miss Universe Canada 2024, reportedly took to the opportunity of a technical glitch during the event on August 8 at the Chrysler Theatre in Windsor, Ontario to address the certain concern. “If we can turn the music down just a little bit?” she asked. “So with Miss Universe Canada, me being the first Indigenous, First Nations Miss Universe Canada, that was such a huge honor. One of the biggest dreams of my life was coming here and fulfilling that. But sometimes there are mistakes that are made.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/10-years-5-kids-and-one-gucci-store-meeting-inside-georgina-rodr-guez-and-cristiano-ronaldo-s-journey-to-marriage-1786511436003"><strong>From Gucci store to marriage: Georgina Rodríguez &amp; Cristiano Ronaldo's lovestory</strong></a></p>

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<p>Callingbull said, "My first reaction was to call Sonny and the Miss Universe Canada team and immediately they responded. “Immediately they listened, they heard me, they heard exactly what we need to do to change that, because, I think we’re living in a time, it’s 2026, we should know better. But most importantly, a part of reconciliation is that we educate and learn and understand and move on from these things in a good way."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her intervention also turned what could have been a backstage controversy into a broader conversation about the difference between celebrating a culture and using its symbols without sufficient understanding or context. The Miss Universe Canada organisation also responded, expressing regret over the controversy and saying the incident highlighted the need for better guidance around cultural representation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/not-a-prince-but-andrew-will-still-get-a-royal-funeral-report-1786435389565"><strong>Not a prince but Andrew will still get a royal funeral: Source</strong></a></p><h2>All about Ashley Callingbull</h2><p>Ashley Callingbull is a Canadian First Nations activist model, actress and TV host from the Enoch Cree Nation. She made history as the first Indigenous woman to win Miss Universe Canada 2024, followed by becoming Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and also won Mrs Universe 2015.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/out-of-curiosity-staff-member-played-king-charles-death-message-on-air-then-panics-and-runs-away-1786426985178"><strong>Staff member played King Charles’ death message, then panics and runs away</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She also serves as an international motivational speaker, advocating for Indigenous rights and representation, including speaking at Harvard University and TEDx. Ashley has also appeared in TV series including <i>Blackstone, Tribal and The Great Salish Heist.&nbsp;</i></p>

The Miss Universe Canada 2026 competition took an unexpected turn when Ashley Callingbull decided to address a controversy surrounding Indigenous representation on stage. Read to know more.

What was meant to be a celebration of beauty and national pride took an unexpected turn at the 2026 Miss Universe Canada pageant when former titleholder Ashley Callingbull stopped the competition to address concerns over cultural appropriation. Callingbull used the live moment to speak about how costumes she felt misrepresented Indigenous culture. What happened during the beauty pageant? The controversy centred on the national costume competition held on August 4. Callingbull said she had not been physically present for the segment but had watched videos of the contestants' appearances. Callingbull noted that “during the national competition and the costume competition, there was cultural appropriation that was done towards Indigenous peoples. Also Read: 'Lack of respect’: Sultan of Brunei removes daughter-in-law’s titles Ashley Callingbull, the winner of Miss Universe Canada 2024, reportedly took to the opportunity of a technical glitch during the event on August 8 at the Chrysler Theatre in Windsor, Ontario to address the certain concern. “If we can turn the music down just a little bit?” she asked. “So with Miss Universe Canada, me being the first Indigenous, First Nations Miss Universe Canada, that was such a huge honor. One of the biggest dreams of my life was coming here and fulfilling that. But sometimes there are mistakes that are made.” Also Read: From Gucci store to marriage: Georgina Rodríguez & Cristiano Ronaldo's lovestory

<p>The Miss Universe Canada 2026 competition took an unexpected turn when Ashley Callingbull decided to address a controversy surrounding Indigenous representation on stage. Read to know more.</p>

Former Miss Universe Canada Ashley Callingbull halts pageant over Indigenous costume controversy

<p><br>Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, has stripped his daughter-in-law of her royal titles. On Aug 8, he revoked the royal title of "Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Isteri" bestowed upon his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah Pengiran Haji Bolkiah, with immediate effect.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah is the wife of Prince 'Abdul Malik Hassanal Bolkiah, the fourth in line to the throne in Brunei.</p><h3>Sultan of Brunei strips his daughter-in-law’s royal title: Read why</h3><p>Hassanal Bolkiah, the world's second-longest-reigning monarch, has issued a royal decree to revoke the royal title given to his daughter-in-law due to lack of respect towards the Sultan. &nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The King of Brunei has stripped his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Raabi&#39;atul Adawiyyah, of her royal titles due to &#39;unbecoming behaviour&#39;.😑<br><br>Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah issued the decree after she &#39;tarnished the monarchy&#39;s good name&#39; - according to a statement.<br><br>Pengiran joined the… <a href="https://t.co/d9IHV1UTVZ">pic.twitter.com/d9IHV1UTVZ</a></p>&mdash; Mr Pål Christiansen (@TheNorskaPaul) <a href="https://x.com/TheNorskaPaul/status/2087964730623230042?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>According to New Straits Times, the Office of the Grand Chamberlain announced the royal decree, and “the revocation was carried out following conduct by Pengiran Raabi’atul Adawiyyah that was deemed unbecoming of a spouse of a member of the royal family. Her actions were also found to have tarnished the monarchy’s good name and demonstrated a lack of respect towards Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah.” &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Raabi’atul married a prince in 2015, and has four children, reportedly all daughters. Due to this action, their children’s titles will reportedly remain unaffected. However, no further details about what she has done, or any other alleged incidents that had led to these actions.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, the Sultan is the world’s longest-reigning monarch after he acceded to the Bruneian throne in 1967, following the abdication of his father. He has also been the country’s prime minister since 1984 after the end of British rule. &nbsp;He's said to be one of the wealthiest men on the planet Earth with a net worth of US$20–30 billion. The main source is said to be from extensive investments and overseas property. The monach has three wives, 12 children, and 20 grandchildren.</p>

Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah is the wife of Prince 'Abdul Malik Hassanal Bolkiah, the fourth in line to the throne in Brunei.

Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, has stripped his daughter-in-law of her royal titles. On Aug 8, he revoked the royal title of "Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Isteri" bestowed upon his daughter-in-law, Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah Pengiran Haji Bolkiah, with immediate effect. Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah is the wife of Prince 'Abdul Malik Hassanal Bolkiah, the fourth in line to the throne in Brunei. Sultan of Brunei strips his daughter-in-law’s royal title: Read why Hassanal Bolkiah, the world's second-longest-reigning monarch, has issued a royal decree to revoke the royal title given to his daughter-in-law due to lack of respect towards the Sultan.

<p>Pengiran Raabi'atul Adawiyyah is the wife of Prince 'Abdul Malik Hassanal Bolkiah, the fourth in line to the throne in Brunei.</p>

'Lack of respect’: Sultan of Brunei removes daughter-in-law’s titles

<p>Struggling to choose the perfect name for your dog? Naming a dog is one of the most important aspects after you welcome a dog into your family. A dog’s name often mirrors its unique personality and hence can be a reflection of your affection. Whether you're bringing home a playful puppy or adopting an older dog, it can be tough to come up with the right name. To help you find the perfect match for your four-legged friend, we have compiled a list of popular dog names that may help you with your hustle.</p><h2>Most popular dog names</h2><p>When naming a pet, dog owners often struggle to choose the right name. The best names should be simple, easy to remember, and suited to the dog’s personality. Popular choices are Bella, Luna, Max, Charlie, Rocky, and Coco, which continue to be favourites year after year.</p>

Popular dog names

<p>Today, many pet parents also draw inspiration from movies, TV shows, and social media. However, the names mentioned below have remained popular over time and capture the charm and playful nature of fur babies.</p><h3>Here are the top 50 names of the dogs:</h3><ol><li>Bella</li><li>Luna</li><li>Max</li><li>Coco</li><li>Daisy</li><li>Milo</li><li>Buddy</li><li>Lucy</li><li>Charlie</li><li>Lola</li><li>Bear</li><li>Rocky</li><li>Teddy</li><li>Cooper</li><li>Molly</li><li>Bailey</li><li>Sadie</li><li>Nala</li><li>Toby</li><li>Mia</li><li>Bruno</li><li>Chloe</li><li>Maggie</li><li>Zeus</li><li>Leo</li><li>Oreo</li><li>Duke</li><li>Nova</li><li>Willow</li><li>Zoey</li><li>Stella</li><li>Ruby</li><li>Lily</li><li>Rose</li><li>Loki</li><li>Blue</li><li>Jack</li><li>Ace</li><li>Penny</li><li>Gracie</li><li>Harley</li><li>Bentley</li><li>Sophie</li><li>Oliver</li><li>Honey</li><li>Tucker</li><li>Roxy</li><li>Shadow</li><li>Pepper</li><li>Lucky</li></ol><p>The perfect dog name is one that makes you feel special and suits your pet’s personality. Popular dog names can only provide a source of inspiration, but the best name is one that you and your dog will love for years to come. With this, select a name from the list that will reflect the bond you share with your four-legged loyal friend.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Looking for the perfect name for your dog? Explore the most popular dog names that definitely mirror the charm and unique personality. To help you find the ideal fit for your furry friend, take a look at the curated list below.

Struggling to choose the perfect name for your dog? Naming a dog is one of the most important aspects after you welcome a dog into your family. A dog’s name often mirrors its unique personality and hence can be a reflection of your affection. Whether you're bringing home a playful puppy or adopting an older dog, it can be tough to come up with the right name. To help you find the perfect match for your four-legged friend, we have compiled a list of popular dog names that may help you with your hustle. Most popular dog names When naming a pet, dog owners often struggle to choose the right name. The best names should be simple, easy to remember, and suited to the dog’s personality. Popular choices are Bella, Luna, Max, Charlie, Rocky, and Coco, which continue to be favourites year after year.

<p>Looking for the perfect name for your dog? Explore the most popular dog names that definitely mirror your dog's charm and unique personality. To help you find the ideal name for your furry friend, take a look at the curated list below.</p>

Top 5 most popular dog names that every pet parent will love

<p>Move over <i>hygge, </i>the cozy Scandinavian aesthetic defined by chunky knit sweaters and fireside cocoa. International runways and street style, starting at Copenhagen Fashion Week, have flipped the script to embrace <i>undertøj</i>—the Danish word for underwear, now proudly worn as outerwear. From lace-trimmed slip dresses to structured corsets worn over oversized shirts, the fashion world is trading heavy layers for deliberate sheer and skimpiness.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>The Anatomy of the Trend: Corsets, Slips, and Bralettes</h2><p>From London’s E1 to Copenhagen, the traditional three-piece suit has been reimagined: swap the waistcoat for a structured silk corset or lace bralette beneath an unbuttoned blazer. Bustiers are replacing basic white tees, and slip dresses are no longer confined to bedroom loungewear.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Historically, these garments served as covers for modesty or structured tools like corsets to exaggerate silhouettes. Today, designers like Jean Paul Gaultier and Vivienne Westwood’s legacy live on in how these pieces transform former symbols of constraint into armour of confidence and modern swagger.</p><h2>Adapting the Global Look to the Indian Aesthetic</h2><p>For Indian fashion enthusiasts, diving into undertøj doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or cultural norms. The beauty of this trend lies in adapting the international trend and merging with Indian sensibilities.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Saree Blouse Upgrade: </strong>Bustiers and lace corset tops seamlessly double as modern saree blouses, adding a structured edge to traditional handlooms.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Smart Tailoring and Layering: </strong>High-waisted trousers, linen blazers, or sheer organza jackets pair effortlessly over silk camisoles and bralettes, offering a chic, elevated look suitable for night outs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Fusion Slip:</strong> Satin slip skirts or dresses styled with oversized shirts or structured denim jackets hit the sweet spot between sultry and sophisticated.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Empowerment Meets Everyday Style</h2><p>At its core, wearing underwear as outerwear flips traditional ideas of the "male gaze." Styled with oversized jackets, chunky loafers, or tailored trousers, the aesthetic projects confidence rather than compliance. Whether adopted fully or subtly peeked through layering, international fashion’s love affair with lingerie proves that modern style is all about wearing confidence on your sleeve—literally.</p>

Promoted at Copenhagen Fashion Week, lingerie pieces are replacing wardrobe staples—like pairing a bra top with a blazer to redefine the three-piece suit, or brides repurposing corsets for post-wedding wear.

Move over hygge, the cozy Scandinavian aesthetic defined by chunky knit sweaters and fireside cocoa. International runways and street style, starting at Copenhagen Fashion Week, have flipped the script to embrace undertøj—the Danish word for underwear, now proudly worn as outerwear. From lace-trimmed slip dresses to structured corsets worn over oversized shirts, the fashion world is trading heavy layers for deliberate sheer and skimpiness. The Anatomy of the Trend: Corsets, Slips, and Bralettes From London’s E1 to Copenhagen, the traditional three-piece suit has been reimagined: swap the waistcoat for a structured silk corset or lace bralette beneath an unbuttoned blazer. Bustiers are replacing basic white tees, and slip dresses are no longer confined to bedroom loungewear. Historically, these garments served as covers for modesty or structured tools like corsets to exaggerate silhouettes. Today, designers like Jean Paul Gaultier and Vivienne Westwood’s legacy live on in how these pieces transform former symbols of constraint into armour of confidence and modern swagger. Adapting the Global Look to the Indian Aesthetic For Indian fashion enthusiasts, diving into undertøj doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort or cultural norms. The beauty of this trend lies in adapting the international trend and merging with Indian sensibilities. The Saree Blouse Upgrade: Bustiers and lace corset tops seamlessly double as modern saree blouses, adding a structured edge to traditional handlooms. Smart Tailoring and Layering: High-waisted trousers, linen blazers, or sheer organza jackets pair effortlessly over silk camisoles and bralettes, offering a chic, elevated look suitable for night outs. The Fusion Slip: Satin slip skirts or dresses styled with oversized shirts or structured denim jackets hit the sweet spot between sultry and sophisticated. Empowerment Meets Everyday Style At its core, wearing underwear as outerwear flips traditional ideas of the "male gaze." Styled with oversized jackets, chunky loafers, or tailored trousers, the aesthetic projects confidence rather than compliance. Whether adopted fully or subtly peeked through layering, international fashion’s love affair with lingerie proves that modern style is all about wearing confidence on your sleeve—literally.

<p>Promoted at Copenhagen Fashion Week, lingerie pieces are replacing wardrobe staples—like pairing a bra top with a blazer to redefine the three-piece suit, or brides repurposing corsets for post-wedding wear.</p>

Beyond Hygge: How the 'Underwear as Outerwear' trend is making waves from Copenhagen to Indian closets

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