OpinionThe Sussexes

Opinion: People need to stop expecting Meghan to abandon all American traditions and culture

Originally published in March 2018, I’ve since updated this after reading comments and complaints about the Duchess of Sussex attending a baby shower in New York hosted by her friends.It is something I’ve seen over and over again, people complaining when former American actress Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, does not abide by all British traditions. Complaints come at every…
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British RoyalsPrince & Princess of Wales

The Duchess of Cambridge attends National Portrait Gallery Gala 2019

Yesterday, the Duchess of Cambridge ended a day of engagements at the National Portrait Gallery, attending a gala in support of transforming the building and its initiatives – the most substantial such change since its opening. The official theme of the gala was ‘Inspiring People: Transforming Our National Portrait Gallery’ – and marks the Gallery’s “biggest ever development since our…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

The Duchess of Cambridge to present Shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day

The Duchess of Cambridge is to present shamrocks to the 1st Battalion Irish Guards on March 17 at the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Cavalry Barracks in Hounslow. St. Patrick’s Day is a traditional regimental celebration for the Irish Guards, and is marked by the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and a presentation of shamrocks.350 soldiers will march onto the Parade Square at Cavalry…
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British RoyalsThe Edinburghs

Sophie's special message on Commonwealth Day

The Countess of Wessex has written an open letter to the people of Malawi in honour of an important milestone. “I am delighted to hear the news that it is now official: Malawi has removed the risk of trachoma across the country,” she said. Trachoma is a bacterial infection that – when left untreated – leads to eventual blindness. This contagious disease has been a prevalent…
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