<p>Britain`s Queen Elizabeth has asked for no gun salutes&nbsp;on her 94th birthday on Tuesday, This is the first such request ever made by the Queen's in her &nbsp;68-year reign.</p>

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<p>Chris Ship, the reporter of &nbsp;ITV, announced on his Twitter, ''he Queen has asked that there be no gun salutes to mark her birthday (94th) on Tuesday. This is the first time it has happened in her 68 year reign''.</p>

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<p>As Queen celebrates her birthday on April 21, which she celebrates privately. The day also gets a very public reception as each year it's marked with a gun salute.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gun salutes are a sign of respect for the Queen as it marked a 41-gun salute in Hyde Park by the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, which is followed an hour later by a 62-gun salute at the Tower Of London by the Honourable Artillery Company. Gun salutes are used as traditionally they're a sign of respect.<br />
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The Queen's public birthday in June is also celebrated with a gun salute&nbsp;which is also cancelled.</p>

<p>&nbsp;UK is highly affected by the deadly virus and till now 1,08,692 people have been infected by the virus.</p>


Britain`s Queen Elizabeth has asked for no gun salutes on her 94th birthday on Tuesday, This is the first such request ever made by the Queen's in her 68-year reign.

Britain`s Queen Elizabeth has asked for no gun salutes on her 94th birthday on Tuesday, This is the first such request ever made by the Queen's in her 68-year reign. Also read: Eros International is all set to merge with US entertainment company STX Chris Ship, the reporter of ITV, announced on his Twitter, ''he Queen has asked that there be no gun salutes to mark her birthday (94th) on Tuesday. This is the first time it has happened in her 68 year reign''. NEW: The Queen has asked that there be no gun salutes to mark her birthday (94th) on Tuesday. This is the first time it has happened in her 68 year reign. — Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) April 18, 2020 × As Queen celebrates her birthday on April 21, which she celebrates privately. The day also gets a very public reception as each year it's marked with a gun salute. Also read: Prince Harry and Meghan hand out meals in Los Angeles A Palace source adds: All of the changes are "in line with Her Majesty’s wishes." Ot's already been announced there there will be no Trooping the Colour ceremony in June (the official birthday parade) and no plans for any "alternative marking of her official birthday." — Chris Ship (@chrisshipitv) April 18, 2020 × Gun salutes are a sign of respect for the Queen as it marked a 41-gun salute in Hyde Park by the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, which is followed an hour later by a 62-gun salute at the Tower Of London by the Honourable Artillery Company. Gun salutes are used as traditionally they're a sign of respect. The Queen's public birthday in June is also celebrated with a gun salute which is also cancelled. UK is highly affected by the deadly virus and till now 1,08,692 people have been infected by the virus.

Queen Elizabeth cancels gun salutes for her 94 th birthday

Lockdown has triggered food crisis in United Kingdom. There is 300% rise in footfall in food banks. Britain's Queen Elizabeth said on Saturday that coronavirus "would not overcome us" as she delivered her second rallying message to the nation in a week.

UK: Food banks struggle to keep up with surging demand

<p>“Coronavirus would not overcome us”, announced Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom in her second address to the nation in less than a week.</p>

<p>The head of Church of England, and the monarch of the UK, the 93-year-old further said that “Easter isn’t cancelled”. This was the first time she ever spoke on the holiday.</p>

<p>"This year, Easter will be different for many of us, but by keeping apart we keep others safe. But Easter isn't cancelled; indeed, we need Easter as much as ever," she said.</p>

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<p>This marked her sixth address ever! Last Sunday, during her 68-year reign, she claimed that if her country folks followed social distancing and lockdown measures, Britain would easily overcome the pandemic.</p>

<p>She alluded to the World War II during her earlier message.</p>

<p>"The discovery of the risen Christ on the first Easter Day gave his followers new hope and fresh purpose, and we can all take heart from this," she said in the recording on Twitter.</p>

<p>"We know that coronavirus will not overcome us. As dark as death can be - particularly for those suffering with grief - light and life are greater. May the living flame of the Easter hope be a steady guide as we face the future”, she added.</p>

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<p>Britain has recorded over 10,000 deaths due to the coronavirus. Just yesterday, over 900 people died in the country.</p>

<p>"I wish everyone of all faiths and denominations a blessed Easter," the queen said.</p>

<p>Usually, Easter is celebrated at Windsor Castle by all members of the royal family. She stays there with her husband Prince Philip.</p>

<p>But due to the ongoing crisis, the royal celebration has been cancelled.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


“Coronavirus would not overcome us”, announced Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom in her second address to the nation in less than a week. The head of Church of England, and the monarch of the UK, the 93-year-old further said that “Easter isn’t cancelled”.

“Coronavirus would not overcome us”, announced Queen Elizabeth of the United Kingdom in her second address to the nation in less than a week. The head of Church of England, and the monarch of the UK, the 93-year-old further said that “Easter isn’t cancelled”. This was the first time she ever spoke on the holiday. "This year, Easter will be different for many of us, but by keeping apart we keep others safe. But Easter isn't cancelled; indeed, we need Easter as much as ever," she said. Also read: US marks a grim milestone, reports highest daily coronavirus death toll This marked her sixth address ever! Last Sunday, during her 68-year reign, she claimed that if her country folks followed social distancing and lockdown measures, Britain would easily overcome the pandemic. She alluded to the World War II during her earlier message. "The discovery of the risen Christ on the first Easter Day gave his followers new hope and fresh purpose, and we can all take heart from this," she said in the recording on Twitter. "We know that coronavirus will not overcome us. As dark as death can be - particularly for those suffering with grief - light and life are greater. May the living flame of the Easter hope be a steady guide as we face the future”, she added. Also read: Could the new coronavirus weaken 'anti-vaxxers'? Britain has recorded over 10,000 deaths due to the coronavirus. Just yesterday, over 900 people died in the country. "I wish everyone of all faiths and denominations a blessed Easter," the queen said. Usually, Easter is celebrated at Windsor Castle by all members of the royal family. She stays there with her husband Prince Philip. But due to the ongoing crisis, the royal celebration has been cancelled. (With inputs from agencies)

'Easter isn't cancelled', announces Queen Elizabeth in her new address

<p>In a rare address to the Commnwealth, Queen Elizabeth assured people that “we will succeed” in the fight against coronavirus.</p>

<p>The 93-year-old monarch gave a televised speech in the wake of the United Kingdom's coronavirus’ death roll that rose to 4,934 and the number of cases to 47,806.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said: “Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people coming together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help the relief effort”.</p>

<p>“We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us. We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again”, the monarch added.</p>

<p>Noting crises overcome in the past, she said the coronavirus challenge is different: “This time we join with all nations across the globe in a common endeavour, using the great advances of science and our instinctive compassion to heal”.</p>

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<p>Besides the annual Christmas Day broadcast, Queen has only done this for the fourth time during her 68-year reign. She first appeared in 1940 as a teenager during the Second World War. She said, “I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge. And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any”.</p>

<p>“That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country. The pride in who we are is not a part of our past, it defines our present and our future.”</p>

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<p>Currently, the queen and Prince Philip have moved to Windsor Castle as they quarantine.</p>

<p>Queen Elizabeth is the head of the Commonwealth comprising India and 53 countries.</p>


In a rare address to the Commnwealth, Queen Elizabeth assured people that “we will succeed” in the fight against coronavirus. The 93-year-old monarch gave a televised speech in the wake of the United Kingdom's coronavirus’ death roll that rose to 4,934 and the number of cases to 47,806.

In a rare address to the Commnwealth, Queen Elizabeth assured people that “we will succeed” in the fight against coronavirus. The 93-year-old monarch gave a televised speech in the wake of the United Kingdom's coronavirus’ death roll that rose to 4,934 and the number of cases to 47,806. She said: “Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people coming together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help the relief effort”. “We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us. We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again”, the monarch added. Noting crises overcome in the past, she said the coronavirus challenge is different: “This time we join with all nations across the globe in a common endeavour, using the great advances of science and our instinctive compassion to heal”. In Pictures: Cooking, washing, doing dishes: How celebrities have become more relatable in times of self-isolation Besides the annual Christmas Day broadcast, Queen has only done this for the fourth time during her 68-year reign. She first appeared in 1940 as a teenager during the Second World War. She said, “I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge. And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any”. “That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country. The pride in who we are is not a part of our past, it defines our present and our future.” Here is your go-to guide of everything new you can watch this April Currently, the queen and Prince Philip have moved to Windsor Castle as they quarantine. Queen Elizabeth is the head of the Commonwealth comprising India and 53 countries.

‘Better days will return’: Queen Elizabeth in address to Commonwealth

Queen Elizabeth II is set to address to the nation and commonwealth countries about the coronavirus pandemic. In the message, the Queen will urge people to rise to the challenge posed by the coronavirus outbreak and will personally thank frontline healthcare staff and other key workers for their efforts during the crisis.

Queen Elizabeth II to address nation over COVID-19

<p>In the wake of coronavirus pandemic, Queen Elizabeth II will make a special broadcast this weekend to Britain and the Commonwealth, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday.</p>

<p>"The televised address will be broadcast at 8 pm (1900 GMT) on Sunday 5th April 2020. The address was recorded at Windsor Castle," a statement said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The queen, 93, has made only three other special addresses during national crises in her 68-year reign.</p>

<p>The latest development comes as the country is battling the coronavirus pandemic. According to the latest figures by John Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Centre, over 34,000 people are have been confirmed of coronavirus. Queen's son Prince Charles and Prime Minister Boris Johnson are also among the infected ones.</p>

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<p>The peak of the United Kingdom's coronavirus outbreak will be slightly sooner than previously thought and will come in the next few weeks, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said on Friday.</p>

<p>"The modelling suggests that that peak will be slightly sooner than previous, in the next few weeks but it is very, very sensitive to how many people follow the social distancing guidelines," Hancock told local media.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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In the wake of coronavirus pandemic, Queen Elizabeth II will make a special broadcast this weekend to Britain and the Commonwealth, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday.

In the wake of coronavirus pandemic, Queen Elizabeth II will make a special broadcast this weekend to Britain and the Commonwealth, Buckingham Palace announced on Friday. "The televised address will be broadcast at 8 pm (1900 GMT) on Sunday 5th April 2020. The address was recorded at Windsor Castle," a statement said. Also read: Sill have minor coronavirus symptom... will continue self-isolation, says UK PM Boris Johnson The queen, 93, has made only three other special addresses during national crises in her 68-year reign. The latest development comes as the country is battling the coronavirus pandemic. According to the latest figures by John Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Centre, over 34,000 people are have been confirmed of coronavirus. Queen's son Prince Charles and Prime Minister Boris Johnson are also among the infected ones. Also read: At home with coronavirus, Johnson writes to the nation The peak of the United Kingdom's coronavirus outbreak will be slightly sooner than previously thought and will come in the next few weeks, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said on Friday. "The modelling suggests that that peak will be slightly sooner than previous, in the next few weeks but it is very, very sensitive to how many people follow the social distancing guidelines," Hancock told local media. (With inputs from agencies)

Queen Elizabeth II to make special broadcast on coronavirus pandemic

<p>Queen Elizabeth may have alternative medicine to thank for her good health, according to a report.</p>

<p>During overseas engagements, she would be accompanied by a small leather case with a supply of homoeopathic remedies, according to the Daily Mail</p>

<p>The case would include arsenicum album for food poisoning, cocculus for travel sickness, nux vomica for indigestion and arnica, for jet-lag and bruising.</p>

<p>Apparently, homeopathy runs in the family with her father George VI relying heavily on alternative medicine and naming a racehorse Hypericum after a remedy.</p>

<p>The Queen mother, who lived to 101 was also said to be a fan of homeopathy.</p>

<p>On Wednesday it was confirmed their grandfather, Prince Charles, has tested positive for coronavirus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A statement from Clarence House confirmed the heir apparent, aged 71, tested positive for Covid-19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile the Queen is "in good health" and isolating with Prince Philip after meeting Boris Johnson two weeks ago.</p>

<p>Buckingham Palace today said the 93-year-old monarch was well after the PM confirmed he had tested positive for the bug.</p>


Queen Elizabeth may have alternative medicine to thank for her good health, according to a report. During overseas engagements, she would be accompanied by a small leather case with a supply of homoeopathic remedies, according to the Daily Mail The case would include arsenicum album for food poisoning, cocculus for travel sickness, nux vomica for indigestion and arnica, for jet-lag and bruising.

Queen Elizabeth may have alternative medicine to thank for her good health, according to a report. During overseas engagements, she would be accompanied by a small leather case with a supply of homoeopathic remedies, according to the Daily Mail The case would include arsenicum album for food poisoning, cocculus for travel sickness, nux vomica for indigestion and arnica, for jet-lag and bruising. Apparently, homeopathy runs in the family with her father George VI relying heavily on alternative medicine and naming a racehorse Hypericum after a remedy. The Queen mother, who lived to 101 was also said to be a fan of homeopathy. On Wednesday it was confirmed their grandfather, Prince Charles, has tested positive for coronavirus. A statement from Clarence House confirmed the heir apparent, aged 71, tested positive for Covid-19. Meanwhile the Queen is "in good health" and isolating with Prince Philip after meeting Boris Johnson two weeks ago. Buckingham Palace today said the 93-year-old monarch was well after the PM confirmed he had tested positive for the bug.

Queen Elizabeth relies on homeopathic remedies during coronavirus outbreak: Report

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<p>Queen Elizabeth will move to Windsor Castle, cancel her traditional garden parties and postpone investitures as the threat of coronavirus triggers a wholesale ripping up of the royal diaries for all members of her family, reported The Guardian.</p>

<p>Buckingham Palace announced that the monarch, who will be 94 next month, would be leaving Buckingham Palace on Thursday.</p>

<p>“Her Majesty will move to Windsor Castle for the Easter period on Thursday 19 March, one week earlier than planned. It is likely the Queen will stay there beyond the Easter period,” it said.</p>

<p>The precautionary measures follow the government’s announcement that the spread of coronavirus in London is thought to be some weeks ahead of the rest of UK.</p>

<p>The Queen has already cancelled planned engagements.</p>

<p>“Three garden parties hosted by the Queen, due to be held at Buckingham Palace in May, will not now take place,” a Buckingham Palace spokesman said.</p>

<p>“Guests already invited to these garden parties will be asked to attend in 2021.</p>

<p>“Two additional garden parties given for the Not Forgotten Association and the National Trust will also not take place.” A decision is yet to be made on the annual garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.</p>

<p>The cancellation of the Queen’s garden parties is thought to be unprecedented. Palace officials could not recall a similar occasion in recent memory.</p>


Queen Elizabeth will move to Windsor Castle, cancel her traditional garden parties and postpone investitures as the threat of coronavirus triggers a wholesale ripping up of the royal diaries for all members of her family, reported The Guardian.

Queen Elizabeth will move to Windsor Castle, cancel her traditional garden parties and postpone investitures as the threat of coronavirus triggers a wholesale ripping up of the royal diaries for all members of her family, reported The Guardian. Buckingham Palace announced that the monarch, who will be 94 next month, would be leaving Buckingham Palace on Thursday. “Her Majesty will move to Windsor Castle for the Easter period on Thursday 19 March, one week earlier than planned. It is likely the Queen will stay there beyond the Easter period,” it said. The precautionary measures follow the government’s announcement that the spread of coronavirus in London is thought to be some weeks ahead of the rest of UK. The Queen has already cancelled planned engagements. “Three garden parties hosted by the Queen, due to be held at Buckingham Palace in May, will not now take place,” a Buckingham Palace spokesman said. “Guests already invited to these garden parties will be asked to attend in 2021. “Two additional garden parties given for the Not Forgotten Association and the National Trust will also not take place.” A decision is yet to be made on the annual garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. The cancellation of the Queen’s garden parties is thought to be unprecedented. Palace officials could not recall a similar occasion in recent memory.

COVID-19: Queen Elizabeth to leave for Windsor Castle; cancels garden parties

<p>Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are all set to return to the United Kingdom- this time to Scotland for a vacation.&nbsp;<br />
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The couple has reportedly accepted Queen Elizabeth's invitation at Balmoral in Scotland this summer. The couple will bring their son Archie as well.&nbsp;<br />
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"Harry and Meghan accepted the queen's invitation to spend time with her at Balmoral in Scotland this summer," a source said to E! News. "They plan to take Archie with them."<br />
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"Last year, they declined her invitation, which caused a bit of a stir, as they took Archie to Ibiza and to Elton John's [vacation home] in the south of France," the source further added.&nbsp;<br />
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The couple made headlines earlier this year when they decided to quit from their roles as senior members from the royal family.&nbsp;<br />
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The couple has since then moved to Canada and have decided to divide their time between UK and North America.&nbsp;<br />
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Markle, 38, and Harry, 35, recently did visit the UK but opted to leave Archie in Canada due to the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;</p>


Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are all set to return to the United Kingdom- this time to Scotland for a vacation. The couple has reportedly accepted Queen Elizabeth's invitation at Balmoral in Scotland this summer.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are all set to return to the United Kingdom- this time to Scotland for a vacation. The couple has reportedly accepted Queen Elizabeth's invitation at Balmoral in Scotland this summer. The couple will bring their son Archie as well. "Harry and Meghan accepted the queen's invitation to spend time with her at Balmoral in Scotland this summer," a source said to E! News. "They plan to take Archie with them." "Last year, they declined her invitation, which caused a bit of a stir, as they took Archie to Ibiza and to Elton John's [vacation home] in the south of France," the source further added. The couple made headlines earlier this year when they decided to quit from their roles as senior members from the royal family. The couple has since then moved to Canada and have decided to divide their time between UK and North America. Markle, 38, and Harry, 35, recently did visit the UK but opted to leave Archie in Canada due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to reunite with Queen Elizabeth in Scotland this summer

<p>The Earl of Snowdon, the nephew of Britain`s Queen Elizabeth, and his wife of 26 years are to divorce.<br />
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The Earl, David Armstrong-Jones, is 21st in line to the throne and has two grown-up children with wife Serena.<br />
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"The Earl and Countess of Snowdon have amicably agreed that their marriage has come to an end and that they shall be divorced," a spokesman for the couple said in a statement.<br />
"They ask that the press respect their privacy and that of their family."<br />
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The Earl, who has a furniture company under his professional name David Linley, is the son of the queen`s sister Princess Margaret, who died in 2002, and photographer Lord Snowdon, who died in 2017.</p>

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<p>The news comes after a tough few months for the queen.<br />
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Prince Harry and wife Meghan<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-royal-exit-of-meghan-markle-and-prince-harry-things-we-know-so-far-274179"> plunged the royal family</a> into crisis in January when they announced they were cutting back on official duties. Harry said last year he felt Megan had faced "bullying" from some British tabloid newspapers.<br />
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The queen's second son, Prince Andrew, stepped down from public duties in November over his connections to U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, who was facing charges of trafficking underage girls for sex when he killed himself last year.<br />
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Last week, the queen`s eldest grandson Peter Phillips and wife Autumn said they were divorcing after 12 years of marriage.</p>


The Earl of Snowdon, the nephew of Britain`s Queen Elizabeth, and his wife of 26 years are to divorce. The Earl, David Armstrong-Jones, is 21st in line to the throne and has two grown-up children with wife Serena.

The Earl of Snowdon, the nephew of Britain`s Queen Elizabeth, and his wife of 26 years are to divorce. The Earl, David Armstrong-Jones, is 21st in line to the throne and has two grown-up children with wife Serena. "The Earl and Countess of Snowdon have amicably agreed that their marriage has come to an end and that they shall be divorced," a spokesman for the couple said in a statement. "They ask that the press respect their privacy and that of their family." The Earl, who has a furniture company under his professional name David Linley, is the son of the queen`s sister Princess Margaret, who died in 2002, and photographer Lord Snowdon, who died in 2017. Also read: Prince Harry finally opts for his wife Meghan Markle's healthy lifestyle regime The news comes after a tough few months for the queen. Prince Harry and wife Meghan plunged the royal family into crisis in January when they announced they were cutting back on official duties. Harry said last year he felt Megan had faced "bullying" from some British tabloid newspapers. The queen's second son, Prince Andrew, stepped down from public duties in November over his connections to U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, who was facing charges of trafficking underage girls for sex when he killed himself last year. Last week, the queen`s eldest grandson Peter Phillips and wife Autumn said they were divorcing after 12 years of marriage.

Queen Elizabeth’s nephew the Earl of Snowdon and his wife Serena to divorce

As the world's media descends on Vancouver Island, Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have issued a warning over harassment by paparazzi photographers after stepping down from their royal duties to start a new life in Canada, a royal source said on Tuesday (January 21).

UK's Prince Harry and Meghan warn media over paparazzi shots

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, on behalf of The Queen, hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace to mark the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London on Monday (January 20).

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge host reception to mark UK-Africa summit

Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle merchandise on sale in Windsor was reduced to clear on Monday (January 20), following their split from the royal family.

Reduced to clear! Harry and Meghan merchandise prices cut in Windsor

The music icon Queen on January 20 paid tribute to the four band members - Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon with depictions of their musical instruments. According to The Royal Mint, this is the first time that a British band has been celebrated on UK coinage. The one side of the coin imprinted "The Queen" and the other side "Queen". The Queen coin is the first release in The Royal Mint's upcoming "Music Legends" series.

Royal mint releases commemorative coin, Queen and the Queen on two sides of same coin

<p>Meghan Markle's estranged father, Thomas Markle said his daughter and son-in-law's action is "destroying" and "cheapening" the British royal family.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an interview to Channel 5 news for a documentary, Thomas also said that Meghan was tossing away "every girl's dream".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Thomas's comments came a day after the palace announced that the couple would no longer use their "Royal Highness" titles and would finance their own life. British Prime Minister Borish Johnson also wished Harry and Meghan for beginning a new chapter of their life.&nbsp;</p>

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">"This is like one of the greatest long-living institutions ever," Thomas said. "They are destroying it, they are cheapening it, they're making it shabby ... They are turning it into a Walmart with a crown of it now. It is something that is ridiculous, they shouldn't be doing this."</div>

<p>Thomas said that it is every girl's dream to become a princess and Meghan got that opportunity but she is tossing that away.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Harry and Meghan dropped a bombshell when they announced on January 9 that they are intending to quit royal duties and become financially independent.</p>

<p>A part of Thomas's interview was released by the channel and full documentary would be aired in the coming weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thomas and Meghan remain estranged since her marriage to Harry.</p>

<p>Thomas also said that he did not expect Meghan to contact him and called the couple "lost souls".</p>

<p>"I can't see her reaching out to me, especially now ... or Harry for that matter, but I think both of them are turning into lost souls at this point," he said.</p>

<p>"I don't know what they're looking for. I don't think they know what they are looking for."</p>


Meghan Markle's estranged father, Thomas Markle said his daughter and son-in-law's action is "destroying" and "cheapening" the British royal family. In an interview to Channel 5 news for a documentary, Thomas also said that Meghan was tossing away "every girl's dream".

Meghan Markle's estranged father, Thomas Markle said his daughter and son-in-law's action is "destroying" and "cheapening" the British royal family. In an interview to Channel 5 news for a documentary, Thomas also said that Meghan was tossing away "every girl's dream". Also read: Megxit: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle to no longer bear 'royal highness' title Thomas's comments came a day after the palace announced that the couple would no longer use their "Royal Highness" titles and would finance their own life. British Prime Minister Borish Johnson also wished Harry and Meghan for beginning a new chapter of their life. Watch: "This is like one of the greatest long-living institutions ever," Thomas said. "They are destroying it, they are cheapening it, they're making it shabby ... They are turning it into a Walmart with a crown of it now. It is something that is ridiculous, they shouldn't be doing this." Thomas said that it is every girl's dream to become a princess and Meghan got that opportunity but she is tossing that away. Harry and Meghan dropped a bombshell when they announced on January 9 that they are intending to quit royal duties and become financially independent. A part of Thomas's interview was released by the channel and full documentary would be aired in the coming weeks. Thomas and Meghan remain estranged since her marriage to Harry. Thomas also said that he did not expect Meghan to contact him and called the couple "lost souls". "I can't see her reaching out to me, especially now ... or Harry for that matter, but I think both of them are turning into lost souls at this point," he said. "I don't know what they're looking for. I don't think they know what they are looking for."

Meghan Markle's father accuses daughter of 'destroying', 'cheapening' royal family

Britain's Prince Harry will make his first public appearance today since Queen Elizabeth has approved to the wishes of her grandson and his wife Meghan Markel to step back from their senior royal roles and seek more independent future. The monarch agreed to the pair's wishes during an emergency meeting in Sandringham, days after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made the bombshell announcement. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Prince Harry's first public appearance since Sussexes announce to step back from royal roles

<p>Amid the royal spat in Britain, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that there would be "many discussions to come" including on whether it will take on some costs of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-royal-exit-of-meghan-markle-and-prince-harry-things-we-know-so-far-274179">Prince Harry and Meghan Markle</a>'s security.</p>

<p>Speaking to a Canadian television network, Trudeau said so far the Canadian government has not been involved with their plans but confirmed that the government will play a role if they choose to live in Canada.</p>

<p>"There's still a lot of decisions to be taken by the royal family, by the Sussexes as themselves, as to what level of engagement they choose to have," Trudeau said in response to a reporter's question.</p>

<p><strong>In pics | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/most-memorable-moments-of-prince-harry-and-meghan-274211">Most memorable moments of Prince Harry and Meghan</a></strong><br />
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On being asked whether Canada will pay the security costs, Trudeau said, "I think that is part of the reflection that needs to be had and discussions are going on."</p>

<p>"I think there is there is a general feeling of appreciation for the Sussexes," Trudeau also said.</p>

<p>This comes after Queen Elizabeth reluctantly agreed to her grandson<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/independence-day-queen-elizabeth-ii-agrees-grandson-harry-wife-meghan-can-exit-senior-royal-role-274105"> Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future </a>after the British royal family held crisis talks on Monday to resolve a widening rift among the Windsors.</p>

<p>Harry and his American actress wife will now begin a "period of transition" that will see them split their time between Britain and Canada as they also seek a lifestyle less encumbered by royal duties and to end their reliance on public funding.</p>

<p>A final decision on the future of the couple, officially the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be determined in days, Queen Elizabeth said in a statement.</p>


Amid the royal spat in Britain, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that there would be "many discussions to come" including on whether it will take on some costs of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's security.

Amid the royal spat in Britain, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that there would be "many discussions to come" including on whether it will take on some costs of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's security. Speaking to a Canadian television network, Trudeau said so far the Canadian government has not been involved with their plans but confirmed that the government will play a role if they choose to live in Canada. "There's still a lot of decisions to be taken by the royal family, by the Sussexes as themselves, as to what level of engagement they choose to have," Trudeau said in response to a reporter's question. In pics | Most memorable moments of Prince Harry and Meghan On being asked whether Canada will pay the security costs, Trudeau said, "I think that is part of the reflection that needs to be had and discussions are going on." "I think there is there is a general feeling of appreciation for the Sussexes," Trudeau also said. This comes after Queen Elizabeth reluctantly agreed to her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future after the British royal family held crisis talks on Monday to resolve a widening rift among the Windsors. Harry and his American actress wife will now begin a "period of transition" that will see them split their time between Britain and Canada as they also seek a lifestyle less encumbered by royal duties and to end their reliance on public funding. A final decision on the future of the couple, officially the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be determined in days, Queen Elizabeth said in a statement.

'Discussions are going on': Canadian PM Trudeau on Harry and Meghan's security cost

<p>Queen Elizabeth has reluctantly agreed to her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future after the British royal family held crisis talks on Monday to resolve a widening rift among the Windsors.</p>

<p>Harry and his American actress wife will now begin a "period of transition" that will see them split their time between Britain and Canada as they also seek a lifestyle less encumbered by royal duties and to end their reliance on public funding.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p><em>(Queen Elizabeth | Photo Credit: Reuters)</em></p>

<p>It comes after what the 93-year-old queen described as "very constructive discussions" between herself, Harry, his elder brother Prince William and his father and heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, at the monarch's rural Sandringham estate in eastern England.</p>

<p>A final decision on the future of the couple, officially the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be determined in days, she said in a statement.</p>

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<p><em>(Meghan Markle and Harry | Photo Credit: Reuters)</em></p>

<p>"My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan’s desire to create a new life as a young family," Elizabeth said.</p>

<p>"Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family."</p>

<p>The statement was highly unusual both in its informal tone and its personal nature, addressing the couple by name rather than by their titles.</p>

<p>Meghan, who is currently in Canada with their infant son Archie, had been expected to join Monday's discussion by telephone.</p>

<p>The royal crisis was triggered when Harry, 35, and Meghan, 38, publicly announced last week that they wished to step back from royal duties and spend more time in North America.</p>

<p>Although there had been initial discussions about their future, neither the queen nor Charles were consulted beforehand, a step seen as hurtful and premature by a family whose roots go back through a thousand years of European history.</p>

<p>It also exposed suspected divisions in the Windsor family and prompted soul-searching over what it means to be royal in the 21st century.</p>

<p><strong>"New role"</strong></p>

<p>Harry and Meghan say they want a "progressive" new role for themselves and financial independence. As one of the world's most glamorous couples, they have also made clear that they were struggling with the intense media scrutiny.</p>

<p>Last year, they announced legal action against a British tabloid, and Harry said papers had been bullying his wife in a way reminiscent of the hounding his mother Princess Diana had suffered before her death in a Paris car crash in 1997.</p>

<p>But it is unclear how they will pull off a partial pullback from royal roles - which some media have dubbed "Megxit" in a play on Britain's tortuous Brexit departure from the European Union - or who will pay for a transatlantic lifestyle.</p>

<p>Currently, they are mainly funded by money from Prince Charles's Duchy of Cornwall estate as their royal roles have precluded them seeking personal incomes.</p>

<p>"These are complex matters for my family to resolve, and there is some more work to be done, but I have asked for final decisions to be reached in the coming days," the queen said in her statement.</p>

<p>Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said most Canadians are very supportive of having the royals in the country. "But how that looks and what kind of costs is involved, there is still lots of discussions to have," Trudeau told Global News in a television interview.</p>

<p>There are no provisions in Canada's Citizenship Act that confer Canadian citizenship status to members of the royal family by virtue of their status as a member of the monarchy, Canada's immigration department said in an emailed statement.</p>

<p>To become legal permanent residents of Canada, they would need to apply through normal immigration processes, the statement added.</p>

<p>Prince Charles, 71, has long sought a leaner royal family, but it is unclear how Harry and Meghan would fit into that model - especially if they essentially become Hollywood superstars.</p>

<p>In trying to resolve the crisis, the most powerful members of the so-called royal "Firm" are aware that the final outcome could shape the monarchy's future.</p>

<p>Elizabeth has served the country loyally since ascending the throne in 1952, earning the respect and admiration of most Britons, including many republicans, but the family has also sometimes faced accusations of being aloof and out of touch.</p>

<p>The breakdown in royal relations has dominated the British media for days, with newspapers running a host of stories, based on quotes from unidentified royal insiders, about a split between Harry and William, the Duke of Cambridge, and anger at the top of the family amid suspicion of leaks and ostracism.</p>

<p>In a sign of the tensions, Harry and William issued a rare public statement on Monday to denounce a report by the Times newspaper based on an unnamed source which said Harry and Meghan had been pushed away by "a bullying attitude" from William who had not been welcoming to Meghan.</p>

<p><strong>"False"</strong></p>

<p>"Despite clear denials, a false story ran in a UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge," the statement said.</p>

<p>"For brothers who care so deeply about the issues surrounding mental health, the use of inflammatory language in this way is offensive and potentially harmful."</p>

<p>The furore over the couple, who married in May 2018 in a glittering ceremony watched by millions round the world, comes after a tough 2019 for the royal family.</p>

<p>Prince Andrew's friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein came under uncomfortable scrutiny while the queen's husband, Prince Philip, 98, received a police warning over a car crash.</p>


Queen Elizabeth has reluctantly agreed to her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future after the British royal family held crisis talks on Monday to resolve a widening rift among the Windsors.

Queen Elizabeth has reluctantly agreed to her grandson Prince Harry and his wife Meghan's wish for a more independent future after the British royal family held crisis talks on Monday to resolve a widening rift among the Windsors. Harry and his American actress wife will now begin a "period of transition" that will see them split their time between Britain and Canada as they also seek a lifestyle less encumbered by royal duties and to end their reliance on public funding. Watch: Also read: Queen Elizabeth II agrees to 'period of transition'; Harry & Megan to spend time in Canada, UK (Queen Elizabeth | Photo Credit: Reuters) It comes after what the 93-year-old queen described as "very constructive discussions" between herself, Harry, his elder brother Prince William and his father and heir to the British throne, Prince Charles, at the monarch's rural Sandringham estate in eastern England. A final decision on the future of the couple, officially the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be determined in days, she said in a statement. (Meghan Markle and Harry | Photo Credit: Reuters) "My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan’s desire to create a new life as a young family," Elizabeth said. "Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family." The statement was highly unusual both in its informal tone and its personal nature, addressing the couple by name rather than by their titles. Meghan, who is currently in Canada with their infant son Archie, had been expected to join Monday's discussion by telephone. The royal crisis was triggered when Harry, 35, and Meghan, 38, publicly announced last week that they wished to step back from royal duties and spend more time in North America. Although there had been initial discussions about their future, neither the queen nor Charles were consulted beforehand, a step seen as hurtful and premature by a family whose roots go back through a thousand years of European history. It also exposed suspected divisions in the Windsor family and prompted soul-searching over what it means to be royal in the 21st century. "New role" Harry and Meghan say they want a "progressive" new role for themselves and financial independence. As one of the world's most glamorous couples, they have also made clear that they were struggling with the intense media scrutiny. Last year, they announced legal action against a British tabloid, and Harry said papers had been bullying his wife in a way reminiscent of the hounding his mother Princess Diana had suffered before her death in a Paris car crash in 1997. But it is unclear how they will pull off a partial pullback from royal roles - which some media have dubbed "Megxit" in a play on Britain's tortuous Brexit departure from the European Union - or who will pay for a transatlantic lifestyle. Currently, they are mainly funded by money from Prince Charles's Duchy of Cornwall estate as their royal roles have precluded them seeking personal incomes. "These are complex matters for my family to resolve, and there is some more work to be done, but I have asked for final decisions to be reached in the coming days," the queen said in her statement. Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said most Canadians are very supportive of having the royals in the country. "But how that looks and what kind of costs is involved, there is still lots of discussions to have," Trudeau told Global News in a television interview. There are no provisions in Canada's Citizenship Act that confer Canadian citizenship status to members of the royal family by virtue of their status as a member of the monarchy, Canada's immigration department said in an emailed statement. To become legal permanent residents of Canada, they would need to apply through normal immigration processes, the statement added. Prince Charles, 71, has long sought a leaner royal family, but it is unclear how Harry and Meghan would fit into that model - especially if they essentially become Hollywood superstars. In trying to resolve the crisis, the most powerful members of the so-called royal "Firm" are aware that the final outcome could shape the monarchy's future. Elizabeth has served the country loyally since ascending the throne in 1952, earning the respect and admiration of most Britons, including many republicans, but the family has also sometimes faced accusations of being aloof and out of touch. The breakdown in royal relations has dominated the British media for days, with newspapers running a host of stories, based on quotes from unidentified royal insiders, about a split between Harry and William, the Duke of Cambridge, and anger at the top of the family amid suspicion of leaks and ostracism. In a sign of the tensions, Harry and William issued a rare public statement on Monday to denounce a report by the Times newspaper based on an unnamed source which said Harry and Meghan had been pushed away by "a bullying attitude" from William who had not been welcoming to Meghan. "False" "Despite clear denials, a false story ran in a UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge," the statement said. "For brothers who care so deeply about the issues surrounding mental health, the use of inflammatory language in this way is offensive and potentially harmful." The furore over the couple, who married in May 2018 in a glittering ceremony watched by millions round the world, comes after a tough 2019 for the royal family. Prince Andrew's friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein came under uncomfortable scrutiny while the queen's husband, Prince Philip, 98, received a police warning over a car crash.

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<p>Queen Elizabeth II today agreed to a "period of transition" for Harry and Meghan in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the UK, Her Majesty said in a statement.</p>

<p>"Today my family had very constructive discussions on the future of my grandson and his family," Queen Elizabeth II said, adding, "My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan's desire to create a new life as a young family. Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family."</p>

<p><strong>Watch Video:</strong></p>

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<p>"It has therefore been agreed that there will be a period of transition in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the UK," the Queen announced. "These are complex matters for my family to resolve, and there is some more work to be done, but I have asked for final decisions to be reached in the coming days," the Queen said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Queen Elizabeth added, "Harry and Meghan have made clear that they do not want to be reliant on public funds in their new lives."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/as-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-announce-separation-uk-monarchy-scrambles-for-solution-273323">As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce separation, UK monarchy scrambles for solution</a></strong></p>

<p>The queen said she wanted to find "workable solutions" to the crisis as she&nbsp;met William and Harry at her private Sandringham estate in Norfolk, eastern England&nbsp;on Monday. She called the discussions "very constructive".</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, Prince William and Harry in a joint statement had said that "despite clear denials, a false story ran on &nbsp;UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge."</p>

<p>UK's Times newspaper had reported earlier that Prince William had allegedly said that the two brothers were now "separate entities" and that he could no longer put his arm around his brother.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Times of London had reported that Meghan and Harry, felt "pushed away" by William's "bullying attitude."</p>

<p>However, in a joint statement, Harry and William denied the report.</p>

<p>“Despite clear denials, a false story ran in a UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge. For brothers who care so deeply about the issues surrounding mental health, the use of inflammatory language in this way is offensive and potentially harmful,” Prince Harry and William said in a joint statement.</p>

<p>The Times had quoted Prince William as saying:&nbsp;"I've put my arm around my brother all our lives and I can't do that any more; we're separate entities,"&nbsp;The revelation about his brother Prince Harry reportedly came after the shocking announcement that he and his wife Meghan were stepping back from royal duties.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prince William made the&nbsp;comments to a friend, reported The Times.</p>

<p>Earlier on Thursday, Queen Elizabeth demanded that staff work with the couple to find urgently a "workable solution" that includes their demands for more freedom.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Wednesday, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex dropped a bombshell where they said that intended to step back and become "financially independent" &nbsp;while fully supporting the Queen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>(<em>with Agency inputs</em>)</p>


Queen Elizabeth II today agreed to a "period of transition" for Harry and Meghan in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the UK, Her Majesty said in a statement.

Queen Elizabeth II today agreed to a "period of transition" for Harry and Meghan in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the UK, Her Majesty said in a statement. "Today my family had very constructive discussions on the future of my grandson and his family," Queen Elizabeth II said, adding, "My family and I are entirely supportive of Harry and Meghan's desire to create a new life as a young family. Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family." Watch Video: "It has therefore been agreed that there will be a period of transition in which the Sussexes will spend time in Canada and the UK," the Queen announced. "These are complex matters for my family to resolve, and there is some more work to be done, but I have asked for final decisions to be reached in the coming days," the Queen said. Queen Elizabeth added, "Harry and Meghan have made clear that they do not want to be reliant on public funds in their new lives." Also read: As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce separation, UK monarchy scrambles for solution The queen said she wanted to find "workable solutions" to the crisis as she met William and Harry at her private Sandringham estate in Norfolk, eastern England on Monday. She called the discussions "very constructive". Earlier in the day, Prince William and Harry in a joint statement had said that "despite clear denials, a false story ran on UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge." UK's Times newspaper had reported earlier that Prince William had allegedly said that the two brothers were now "separate entities" and that he could no longer put his arm around his brother. The Times of London had reported that Meghan and Harry, felt "pushed away" by William's "bullying attitude." However, in a joint statement, Harry and William denied the report. “Despite clear denials, a false story ran in a UK newspaper today speculating about the relationship between The Duke of Sussex and The Duke of Cambridge. For brothers who care so deeply about the issues surrounding mental health, the use of inflammatory language in this way is offensive and potentially harmful,” Prince Harry and William said in a joint statement. The Times had quoted Prince William as saying: "I've put my arm around my brother all our lives and I can't do that any more; we're separate entities," The revelation about his brother Prince Harry reportedly came after the shocking announcement that he and his wife Meghan were stepping back from royal duties. Prince William made the comments to a friend, reported The Times. Earlier on Thursday, Queen Elizabeth demanded that staff work with the couple to find urgently a "workable solution" that includes their demands for more freedom. On Wednesday, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex dropped a bombshell where they said that intended to step back and become "financially independent" while fully supporting the Queen. (with Agency inputs)

Queen Elizabeth II agrees to 'period of transition'; Harry & Megan to spend time in Canada, UK

It is a royal mess ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markel announce their decision of stepping back from royal duties. Queen Elizabeth has now stepped in and has summoned her grandson Prince Harry to discuss future arrangements. #WION #WIONVideo #Royals #PrinceHarry #Meghan

Fineprint: Royal family talks underway over Sussex couple separation from royal life

Queen Elizabeth has called her grandson Prince Harry to discuss future arrangements for him and his wife, Meghan, after couple's shock announcement that they want to step back from royal duties. #QueenElizabeth #PrinceHarry #BritishRoyalFamily #WION

UK: Queen Elizabeth summons Prince Harry for crisis meeting

<p>Queen Elizabeth has summoned her grandson Prince Harry for a crisis meeting to discuss future arrangements for him and his wife Meghan following the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/as-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-announce-separation-uk-monarchy-scrambles-for-solution-273323">couple's shock announcement </a>that they want to step back from royal duties.<br />
<br />
Harry's father Prince Charles, the heir to the throne, and his elder brother Prince William will also attend the meeting, due to take place on Monday at the queen's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, eastern England, a Buckingham Palace source told Reuters.<br />
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Meghan, an American former TV actress, will try to join via telephone from Canada where she returned earlier in the week to rejoin the couple's baby son, Archie.<br />
<br />
Harry and Meghan, officially known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, surprised the rest of the royal family on Wednesday by publicly announcing they wanted a "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295">new working mode</a>l" that would allow them to spend more time in North America and to be financially independent.&nbsp;</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B7EaGS_Jpb9/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">“After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution. We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen. It is with your encouragement, particularly over the last few years, that we feel prepared to make this adjustment. We now plan to balance our time between the United Kingdom and North America, continuing to honour our duty to The Queen, the Commonwealth, and our patronages. This geographic balance will enable us to raise our son with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born, while also providing our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch of our new charitable entity. We look forward to sharing the full details of this exciting next step in due course, as we continue to collaborate with Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and all relevant parties. Until then, please accept our deepest thanks for your continued support.” - The Duke and Duchess of Sussex For more information, please visit sussexroyal.com (link in bio) Image © PA</a></p>

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<p>They did not consult the 93-year-old monarch or other members of the family before making their announcement on a new website, https://sussexroyal.com, a move which hurt and disappointed the queen and other royals, according to a royal source.<br />
<br />
The meeting on Monday will be the first time the senior royals have met in person to discuss the concerns raised by Harry and Meghan.<br />
<br />
Officials had been holding talks behind the scenes since the bombshell statement to try to work out a new arrangement for the couple, and a royal source said those efforts progressed well.<br />
The consultations, which also included the British and Canadian governments, paved the way for a face-to-face meeting between Harry and the queen.<br />
<br />
The palace source said it remained the queen's aim to a find a resolution to the crisis in days rather than weeks but it would require "complex and thoughtful discussions" and any agreement would take time to be implemented.<br />
<br />
The split between Harry and the other Windsors is the latest crisis the royal family has faced in a period described last month as "bumpy" by the queen in a televised annual address.<br />
<br />
Such is the global interest in Harry and Meghan that their news has overshadowed a scandal surrounding the queen's second son Prince Andrew and his friendship with disgraced late U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, who hanged himself in jail in August while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges.<br />
<br />
In an TV interview last October, Harry admitted he and William had fallen out.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-and-meghan-markles-possible-move-might-affect-canadian-taxpayers-273290">Also read:&nbsp;Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's possible move might affect Canadian taxpayers</a><br />
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The&nbsp;news agency&nbsp;said the elder prince had spoken of his sadness at the rift. The brothers were close for years following the death of their mother Princess Diana in a Paris car crash in 1997.<br />
<br />
The newspaper quoted William as saying to an unnamed friend: "I've put my arm around my brother all our lives and I can't do that any more, we're separate entities.<br />
<br />
"I'm sad about that. All we can do, and all I can do, is try and support them and hope that the time comes when we`re all singing from the same page. I want everyone to play on the team."<br />
<br />
Earlier on Saturday, the news agency reported that Meghan had agreed to do voiceover work for Disney&nbsp;in return for the company making a donation to a charity she supports that works to protect elephants.<br />
<br />
A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman had no immediate comment on the report. Disney did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>


Queen Elizabeth has summoned her grandson Prince Harry for a crisis meeting to discuss future arrangements for him and his wife Meghan following the couple's shock announcement that they want to step back from royal duties.

Queen Elizabeth has summoned her grandson Prince Harry for a crisis meeting to discuss future arrangements for him and his wife Meghan following the couple's shock announcement that they want to step back from royal duties. Harry's father Prince Charles, the heir to the throne, and his elder brother Prince William will also attend the meeting, due to take place on Monday at the queen's Sandringham estate in Norfolk, eastern England, a Buckingham Palace source told Reuters. Meghan, an American former TV actress, will try to join via telephone from Canada where she returned earlier in the week to rejoin the couple's baby son, Archie. Harry and Meghan, officially known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, surprised the rest of the royal family on Wednesday by publicly announcing they wanted a "new working model" that would allow them to spend more time in North America and to be financially independent. View this post on Instagram “After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution. We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen. It is with your encouragement, particularly over the last few years, that we feel prepared to make this adjustment. We now plan to balance our time between the United Kingdom and North America, continuing to honour our duty to The Queen, the Commonwealth, and our patronages. This geographic balance will enable us to raise our son with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born, while also providing our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch of our new charitable entity. We look forward to sharing the full details of this exciting next step in due course, as we continue to collaborate with Her Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and all relevant parties. Until then, please accept our deepest thanks for your continued support.” - The Duke and Duchess of Sussex For more information, please visit sussexroyal.com (link in bio) Image © PA A post shared by The Duke and Duchess of Sussex (@sussexroyal) on Jan 8, 2020 at 10:33am PST × They did not consult the 93-year-old monarch or other members of the family before making their announcement on a new website, https://sussexroyal.com, a move which hurt and disappointed the queen and other royals, according to a royal source. The meeting on Monday will be the first time the senior royals have met in person to discuss the concerns raised by Harry and Meghan. Officials had been holding talks behind the scenes since the bombshell statement to try to work out a new arrangement for the couple, and a royal source said those efforts progressed well. The consultations, which also included the British and Canadian governments, paved the way for a face-to-face meeting between Harry and the queen. The palace source said it remained the queen's aim to a find a resolution to the crisis in days rather than weeks but it would require "complex and thoughtful discussions" and any agreement would take time to be implemented. The split between Harry and the other Windsors is the latest crisis the royal family has faced in a period described last month as "bumpy" by the queen in a televised annual address. Such is the global interest in Harry and Meghan that their news has overshadowed a scandal surrounding the queen's second son Prince Andrew and his friendship with disgraced late U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, who hanged himself in jail in August while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. In an TV interview last October, Harry admitted he and William had fallen out. Also read: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's possible move might affect Canadian taxpayers The news agency said the elder prince had spoken of his sadness at the rift. The brothers were close for years following the death of their mother Princess Diana in a Paris car crash in 1997. The newspaper quoted William as saying to an unnamed friend: "I've put my arm around my brother all our lives and I can't do that any more, we're separate entities. "I'm sad about that. All we can do, and all I can do, is try and support them and hope that the time comes when we`re all singing from the same page. I want everyone to play on the team." Earlier on Saturday, the news agency reported that Meghan had agreed to do voiceover work for Disney in return for the company making a donation to a charity she supports that works to protect elephants. A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman had no immediate comment on the report. Disney did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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The Queen has now called for an urgent solution to Prince Harry and wife Meghan crisis. According to UK Media Queen Elizabeth and senior Royals have called for a workable solution within days and not weeks. In a recent development to this news, Prince Harry and Meghan have unveiled a new website and media strategy. #PrinceHarry #Queen #Royals #UK #WION #Meghan

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As Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan prepare to live a more private lifestyle, security experts give a peak inside the world of protecting high profile figures.

'Could cost millions' - private security expert says regarding protecting Prince Harry and Meghan

In a major setback for the British Royal family, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have decided to step back from Royal life. Their reasons? They want financial independence & escape the scrutiny from the press. This report brings the details. #Gravitas #PrinceHarry #Meghan #RoyalLife #Sussex

Gravitas: Prince Harry & wife Meghan to step back from royal life

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan will step back from senior roles in Britain's royal family and spend more time in North America, they said on January 8, an announcement that appears to have taken his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, by surprise. After a turbulent year which saw a widening rift with the media and a falling-out with elder brother Prince William, Harry said the couple hoped to become financially independent and set up a new charity while continuing some royal duties. #Royals #PrinceHarry #SeniorRoyals #Meghan #Queen #RoyalSplit #Sussexes

Your Story: The Royal split, Sussexes to step back as senior royals

Local community members delivered hundreds of Christmas presents to volunteer firefighters and people who recently lost their homes to bushfires on December 24 in New South Wales. Volunteer firefighter Andrew Johnson was brought to tears when he received the gifts. On the other hand four generations of Britain's royal family were filmed getting into festive spirit on December 22 by preparing Christmas treats to support the Royal British Legion.Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince George set up shop in the music room at Buckingham Palace to make a special Christmas pudding as part of the British Legion's "Together at Christmas" initiative. #AustraliaBushfires #Christmas #Queen #RoyalChristmas

Christmas presents for Australian firefighters, Royal baking session on Christmas

<p>Britain`s Prince Philip, the 98-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth, left a London hospital on Tuesday where he had been receiving treatment since Friday.<br />
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A Reuters photographer said Philip, whose official title is the Duke of Edinburgh, walked out of the King Edward VII Hospital, and got into a car before being driven away.<br />
<br />
Philip had been taken to hospital as a precautionary measure for treatment for a pre-existing condition, Buckingham Palace said on Friday.</p>


Britain`s Prince Philip, the 98-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth, left a London hospital on Tuesday where he had been receiving treatment since Friday. A Reuters photographer said Philip, whose official title is the Duke of Edinburgh, walked out of the King Edward VII Hospital, and got into a car before being driven away.

Britain`s Prince Philip, the 98-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth, left a London hospital on Tuesday where he had been receiving treatment since Friday. A Reuters photographer said Philip, whose official title is the Duke of Edinburgh, walked out of the King Edward VII Hospital, and got into a car before being driven away. Philip had been taken to hospital as a precautionary measure for treatment for a pre-existing condition, Buckingham Palace said on Friday.

Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth, leaves hospital

UK Houses of Parliament officially reopen following the 2019 general election and Queen Elizabeth delivers a Queen's Speech. #UK #UKParliament #QueenElizabeth

Queen Elizabeth officially opens UK Parliament

<p>British <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-talks-with-uks-boris-johnson-pm-modi-resolves-to-work-closely-together-269028">Prime Minister Boris Johnson</a>'s main priority is to deliver Brexit on January 31 and then negotiate a free trade deal with the European Union and other leading global economies, Queen Elizabeth said on Thursday, outlining his plans.</p>

<p>In a ceremony marking the opening of the new parliament after Johnson won a national election last week, Elizabeth listed his government's programme.</p>

<p>"My government's priority is to deliver the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union on the 31st of January," she told members of the upper and lower houses of parliament.</p>

<p>"Thereafter my ministers will seek a future relationship with the European Union based on a free trade agreement that benefits the whole of the United Kingdom. They will also begin trade negotiations with other leading global economies."</p>


British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's main priority is to deliver Brexit on January 31 and then negotiate a free trade deal with the European Union and other leading global economies, Queen Elizabeth said on Thursday, outlining his plans.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's main priority is to deliver Brexit on January 31 and then negotiate a free trade deal with the European Union and other leading global economies, Queen Elizabeth said on Thursday, outlining his plans. In a ceremony marking the opening of the new parliament after Johnson won a national election last week, Elizabeth listed his government's programme. "My government's priority is to deliver the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union on the 31st of January," she told members of the upper and lower houses of parliament. "Thereafter my ministers will seek a future relationship with the European Union based on a free trade agreement that benefits the whole of the United Kingdom. They will also begin trade negotiations with other leading global economies."

Britain's Johnson sets Brexit on January 31 as top priority: Queen

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