Prince George is celebrating his 11th birthday today, as Kensington Palace has released a new photograph of the future monarch.
The image, posted on Kensington Palace’s social media accounts, was taken by Kate at Windsor earlier this month.
The black and white shot shows the future King looking smart and grown up in an open-necked white shirt and dark blazer as he smiles at the camera.
Meanwhile, Prince Phillip has been named in top-secret FBI documents suggesting he could have been “involved” in the Profumo affair.
The historic sex scandal revealed that John Profumo, the then 46-year-old Secretary of State for War had an affair with 19-year-old model Christine Keeler in 1961.
The pair were introduced by osteopath Stephen Ward, whose friendship with Prince Phillip was featured in the Netflix series The Crown.
Decades after the scandal, the Mail on Sunday have obtained a cable sent from from the then-head of the FBI, J Edgar Hoover, sensationally suggesting the royal’s involvement.
A cable sent to the US embassy in London on June 20, 1963 reads: “Corbally also stated there was a rumour Prince Philip may have been involved with these two girls.”
Key Points
- Palace release new photo of Prince George to mark eleventh birthday
- Samoa hotel hosting King Charles set to do £85,000 upgrade
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle break royal tradition with children’s new surnames
- Trump shooter researched royal family member, FBI reveals
ICYMI: Harry thanks departing Invictus boss for his dedication and leadership
11:00
Athena Stavrou
As the former chief executive of Prince Harry’s Invictus Games breaks his silence on his departure, here is what the prince had to say at the time.
Harry said he was “immensely grateful” to his “friend” Dominic Reid for transforming the Paralympic-style sporting competition for wounded, injured and sick military personnel and veterans from an ambitious idea into a global movement.
He praised his tireless efforts and spoke of the journey they shared together.
The duke, who founded Invictus in 2014, said in a statement: “I am immensely grateful to my friend, Dominic, whose dedication and leadership transformed the Invictus Games from an ambitious idea to an internationally recognised movement.
“His tireless efforts over the past decade have supported thousands of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans through sports rehabilitation, helping to showcase their unparalleled strength and contribution to society.”
He added: “Thank you, Dominic, for a decade of relentless service to the Invictus Games Foundation.
“What a journey it has been, and how fortunate we are to work with such an incredible community of people.
“We pray we don’t need the Games for another 10 years, but thanks to you, the team and our future CEO, we will be ready.”
Palace release new photo of Prince George to mark eleventh birthday
10:08
Athena Stavrou
The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared a new photo of Prince George to mark his 11th birthday.
The image, posted on Kensington Palace’s social media accounts, was taken by Kate at Windsor earlier this month.
The black and white shot shows the future King looking smart and grown up in an open-necked white shirt and dark blazer as he smiles at the camera.
Prince Phillip named in historic sex-scandal document
09:52
Athena Stavrou
Prince Phillip has been named in top-secret FBI documents suggesting he could have been “involved” in the Profumo affair.
The historic sex scandal revealed that John Profumo, the then 46-year-old Secretary of State for War had an affair with 19-year-old model Christine Keeler in 1961.
The pair were introduced by osteopath Stephen Ward, whose friendship with Prince Phillip was featured in the Netflix series The Crown.
Decades after the scandal, the Mail on Sunday have obtained a cable sent from from the then-head of the FBI, J Edgar Hoover, sensationally suggesting the royal’s involvement.
A cable sent to the US embassy in London on June 20, 1963 reads: “Corbally also stated there was a rumour Prince Philip may have been involved with these two girls.”
Former Invictus Games chief breaks silence on resignation
09:01
Athena Stavrou
The former chief executive of Prince Harry’s Invictus Games has broken his silence on his departure.
Dominic Reid, who has been credited with helping the foundation’s growth globally, stepped down from Invictus after 10 years and six games across three continents.
Mr Reid broke his silence an interview for Forces News where he said the organisation was a “great place” but now needed a “fresh look”.
“It’s without question the community that has been built,” he said. “It’s a fantastic closed community and it’s growing 40 per cent a year, which is phenomenal, internationally it’s grown to include friends and families and that’s a vitally important part as well.
“The community is what we have achieved. It has had a healing effect.”
Prince George turns 11
08:51
Athena Stavrou
Prince George, the eldest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales, is celebrating his 11th birthday on Monday.
The celebrations come after an eventful few weeks for George who joined his father at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany, last weekend to support England in the Euro 2024 final which they lost to Spain.
The heir to the throne has had a difficult year as he saw his mother, the Princess of Wales, undergo cancer treatment this year.
However, if tradition remains, Kate would have been up until late last night to bake a cake for her firstborn son.
“I love making the cake.” She revealed to Mary Berry on a 2019 episode of A Berry Royal Christmas. “It’s become a bit of a tradition that I stay up ‘til midnight with ridiculous amounts of cake mix and icing and I make far too much. But I love it.”
Harry and Meghan’s biographer Omid Scobie unveils new show with royal spin
07:00
Alexander Butler
The author of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s biography Finding Freedom has had his first fictional TV adaptation commissioned – and it has a striking royal connection.
Omid Scobie’s fiction novel Royal Spin is now set to returned into a TV show and it has strong echoes of the strict protocol and problems with the press that Harry and Meghan cited as their reasons for stepping down as working royals back in 2020.
Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, acquired the rights to the show after an intense bidding war, PEOPLE reports.
Prince Harry ‘very upset and emotional'
05:00
Alexander Butler
Prince Harry was “very upset and emotional” when he saw the Princess of Wales’s return at last month’s Trooping the Colour, a royal insider has claimed.
Kate, 42, had remained out of the public eye since Christmas Day after being diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer.
“Harry was very upset and emotional when he saw the footage of Kate [Middleton] at Trooping the Colour,” the insider told Page Six. “While he has managed to connect with her on a few occasions, it’s not nearly as often as he’d like.
“He would have dearly loved to have been there if only to congratulate and support Kate in person on what must have been a tough day for her.”
Kate Middleton releases new statement about royal work after Wimbledon return
04:00
Alexander Butler
Kate, 42, has been largely absent from duty this year as a result of her ongoing battle against an undisclosed form of cancer.
In the new statement, which was released in honour of the Natural History Museum’s new gardens, the princess, who is its patron, spoke of the healing power of nature.
The statement read: “I am hugely supportive of the Museum’s commitment to create a special space which encourages people of all ages to reconnect with nature and learn more about how we can protect our natural world.
Samoa hotel handed £85,000 to upgrade rooms for King’s visit
03:00
Alexander Butler
A Samoa Hotel has been handed £85,000 in government funding to upgrade its room ahead of a visit from King’s Charles this year, according to reports.
His Majesty is set to stay on the island during this Commonwealth tour in October.
The hotel reportedly has a focus on sustainability in keeping with the King’s eco-friendly interests.
Reviews of the lodges are mixed, according to The Telegraph, with some recent visitors claiming while staff are friendly the facilities are a bit run down, with musty bedlinen and rattling air-con.
Meghan Markle’s former friend claims Prince Harry ‘fit plan’ for UK fame
02:00
Alexander Butler
A former friend of Meghan Markle has claimed that she pursued Prince Harry in a bid to become famous in the UK.
The friend, who said they were “ghosted” by the former Suits star, said the actress focused her sights on the UK because she was not happy about how her career in the US was going.
Lizzie Cundy told the Daily Mail that Meghan asked her: “Do you know any famous guys?” before adding “I’m single and I really love English men.”
After the now Duchess of Sussex met Prince Harry, Cundy reached out to congratulate her and was allegedly ghosted.
Watch: Sarah Ferguson recalls moment she and Princess Diana got arrested on her hen night
01:00
Alexander Butler
Watch: Prince William zooms into Windsor Castle on e-scooter
Sunday 21 July 2024 23:00
Alexander Butler
Watch: The Simpsons' Hank Azaria tries to make King's Guard laugh with voices of iconic characters
Sunday 21 July 2024 22:00
Alexander Butler
Watch: King appears to snap at aide to help Queen struggling in heavy rain
Sunday 21 July 2024 21:00
Alexander Butler
‘Inspirational’ aid worker Simon Boas dies of cancer just hours before he was due to meet the King
Sunday 21 July 2024 20:00
Alexander Butler
An “inspirational” aid worker who wrote about dealing with his terminal cancer has died just hours before he was due to meet King Charles.
Simon Boas, executive director of Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA), was set to meet the King and Queen Camilla this week during their official visit to Jersey.
A statement from JOA’s chairman Carolyn Labey said Mr Boas, who was diagnosed with throat cancer in September, died peacefully in Jersey surrounded by his family, aged 47.
Trump assassination attempt ‘saved’ Prince Harry from growing backlash over Pat Tillman award
Sunday 21 July 2024 19:00
Alexander Butler
Prince Harry was saved from further backlash over his controversial Pat Tillman award due to focus moving to Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a PR expert has claimed.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, was given the honour for his work with the Invictus Games, which celebrates the sporting achievements of wounded, sick or injured service people.
It is named after the late Pat Tillman, a former American footballer who gave up his career to serve in the US military in the wake of 9/11. He was subsequently killed in Afghanistan in 2004.
Was Wallis Simpson’s £17m jewellery robbery an inside job?
Sunday 21 July 2024 18:00
Alexander Butler
Perhaps the most controversial royal couple in living history, King Edward VIII and his wife Wallis Simpson were no strangers to the finer things in life.
Their draw to glamour was reflected in Ms Simpson’s extensive jewellery collection - complete with rubies, diamonds and a huge emerald engagement ring given to her by Edward as he abdicated the throne to marry her.
So, one can only imagine the upset caused to the couple when just ten years later, so many of their precious jewels were ripped from them by thieves.
Prince and Princess of Wales hiring new private assistant to boost Welsh relationship
Sunday 21 July 2024 16:13
Alexander Butler
Tip-top communication skills and fluent in Welsh? You may well have a chance of getting a new job at Kensington Palace.
Prince William and Princess Kate are on the hunt to hire a new private assistant to join their team.
As they are the Prince and Princess of Wales, until they become king and queen, they are looking for a new secretary to help them improve relations with the Welsh nation.
Kate and William congratulate Anne on return to duty
Sunday 21 July 2024 15:04
Rebecca Thomas
The Prince and Princess of Wales took the opportunity to congratulate Princess Anne on her return to duty.
She returned to work last Friday after being hospitalised following a kick from a horse that left her with a concussion and minor injuries.
Taking to Twitter/X, the couple described the Princess Royal, 73, as a “super trooper” and added “so great to see you back so soon! W & C x”.
Anne is widely considered to be one of the hardest-working members of the royal family and has undertaken over 200 engagements this year.
Recap: Prince and Princess of Wales hiring new private assistant to boost Welsh relationship
Sunday 21 July 2024 14:04
Rebecca Thomas
Prince William and Princess Kate are on the hunt to hire a new private assistant to join their team.
As they are the Prince and Princess of Wales, until they become king and queen, they are looking for a new secretary to help them improve relations with the Welsh nation.
According to the job ad, their new assistant private secretary will organise the couple’s engagements within Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and help maximise their impact “across constituent parts of the UK”.
They are looking for applicants who speak Welsh and bring a strong understanding of Wales’s communities, affairs, government and business.
Meghan Markle’s former friend claims Prince Harry ‘fit plan’ for UK fame
Sunday 21 July 2024 13:04
Rebecca Thomas
A former friend of Meghan Markle has claimed that she pursued Prince Harry in a bid to become famous in the UK.
The friend, who said they were “ghosted” by the former Suits star, said the actress focused her sights on the UK because she was not happy about how her career in the US was going.
Lizzie Cundy told the Daily Mail that Meghan asked her: “Do you know any famous guys?” before adding “I’m single and I really love English men.”
After the now Duchess of Sussex met Prince Harry, Cundy reached out to congratulate her and was allegedly ghosted.
‘Inspirational’ aid worker Simon Boas dies of cancer just hours before he was due to meet the King
Sunday 21 July 2024 12:04
Rebecca Thomas
An “inspirational” aid worker who wrote about dealing with his terminal cancer has died just hours before he was due to meet King Charles.
Simon Boas, executive director of Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA), was set to meet the King and Queen Camilla this week during their official visit to Jersey.
A statement from JOA’s chairman Carolyn Labey said Mr Boas, who was diagnosed with throat cancer in September, died peacefully in Jersey surrounded by his family, aged 47.
When his condition worsened just days before the royal visit, the King sent him a personal letter, telling him what an inspiration he had been.
Trump assassination attempt ‘saved’ Prince Harry from Pat Tillman award backlash
Sunday 21 July 2024 11:04
Rebecca Thomas
Prince Harry was saved from further backlash over his controversial Pat Tillman award due to the focus moving to Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a PR expert has claimed.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, was given the honour for his work with the Invictus Games, which celebrates the sporting achievements of wounded, sick or injured service people.
It is named after the late Pat Tillman, a former American footballer who gave up his career to serve in the US military in the wake of 9/11. He was subsequently killed in Afghanistan in 2004.
However, the Prince faced criticism after claims he is not deserving of the award, including from Mr Tillman’s mother, Mary.
Days later the media storm was curtailed as focus was diverted to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, according to PR expert Eric Schiffer, chair of Reputation Management Consultants.
Recap: King appears to snap at aide to help Queen in the heavy rain
Sunday 21 July 2024 10:10
Rebecca Thomas
King Charles III appeared to snap at an aide to help a struggling Queen Camilla as she attempted to put on her coat in heavy rain during the couple’s visit to Jersey on Monday, 15 July.
The monarch, 75, watched on as his wife, who turned 77 on Tuesday, tried to put her arm through an extra layer of clothing while holding a perspex umbrella.
Charles tried to help Camilla before looking visibly annoyed and gesturing for assistance from staff.
Samoa hotel handed £85,000 to upgrade rooms for King Charles' visit
Sunday 21 July 2024 09:07
Rebecca Thomas
A Samoa Hotel has been handed £85,000 in government funding to upgrade its room ahead of a visit from King’s Charles this year, according to reports.
His Majesty is set to stay on the island during this Commonwealth tour in October.
The hotel reportedly has a focus on sustainability in keeping with the King’s eco-friendly interests.
Reviews of the lodges are mixed, according to The Telegraph, with some recent visitors claiming while staff are friendly the facilities are a bit run down, with musty bedlinen and rattling air-con.
Recep: Kate Middleton releases new statement about royal work after Wimbledon return
Sunday 21 July 2024 08:31
Rebecca Thomas
Kate, 42, has been largely absent from duty this year as a result of her ongoing battle against an undisclosed form of cancer.
In the new statement, which was released in honour of the Natural History Museum’s new gardens, the princess, who is its patron, spoke of the healing power of nature.
The statement read: “I am hugely supportive of the Museum’s commitment to create a special space which encourages people of all ages to reconnect with nature and learn more about how we can protect our natural world.
“I know the power of nature to support our development and well-being, both by bringing us joy and helping to keep us physically, mentally and spiritually healthy. I hope these gardens will be inspiring and transformative for the thousands of people who visit.”
Addressing her health the Princess of Wales said, “there are good days and bad days”.
She said: “My treatment is ongoing and will be for a few more months. On the days I feel well enough, it is a joy to engage with school life, spend personal time on the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as starting to do a little work from home.”
Prince Harry ‘very upset and emotional'
Sunday 21 July 2024 07:00
Alexander Butler
Prince Harry was “very upset and emotional” when he saw the Princess of Wales’s return at last month’s Trooping the Colour, a royal insider has claimed.
Kate, 42, had remained out of the public eye since Christmas Day after being diagnosed with an undisclosed type of cancer.
“Harry was very upset and emotional when he saw the footage of Kate [Middleton] at Trooping the Colour,” the insider told Page Six. “While he has managed to connect with her on a few occasions, it’s not nearly as often as he’d like.
“He would have dearly loved to have been there if only to congratulate and support Kate in person on what must have been a tough day for her.”
King Charles breaks royal protocol in a ‘major way'
Sunday 21 July 2024 06:00
Alexander Butler
King Charles made a well-wisher’s day by breaking protocol in a major way and allowing the 91-year-old to kiss him on the cheek.
The sweet interaction took place on the monarch’s recent trip to the Channel Islands, which was his first as king.
Kathleen Moriarty, 91, told Charles that she had always wanted to kiss a king when the pair met in Guernsey and he was happy to grant her wish.
She later told the BBC: “I said to him, ‘Please, can I give you a kiss?’ And he gives me his cheek. I just did it! I didn’t plan it, and I enjoyed it. He’s lovely. It was very nice. I am pleased. I thought if all these young dolly birds can do it, this old lady can!”
Under traditional royal protocol, even hugging members of the public is frowned upon.
Watch: King Charles learns new handshake and fist bumps West Indies cricket players
Sunday 21 July 2024 05:00
Alexander Butler
Kate and William congratulate Anne on return to duty
Sunday 21 July 2024 04:00
Alexander Butler
The Prince and Princess of Wales took the opportunity to congratulate Princess Anne on her return to duty.
She returned to work last Friday after being hospitalised following a kick from a horse that left her with a concussion and minor injuries.
Taking to Twitter/X, the couple described the Princess Royal, 73, as a “super trooper” and added “so great to see you back so soon! W & C x”.
Anne is widely considered to be one of the hardest-working members of the royal family and has undertaken over 200 engagements this year.
Harry and Meghan’s biographer Omid Scobie unveils new show with royal spin
Sunday 21 July 2024 03:00
Alexander Butler
The author of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s biography Finding Freedom has had his first fictional TV adaptation commissioned – and it has a striking royal connection.
Omid Scobie’s fiction novel Royal Spin is now set to returned into a TV show and it has strong echoes of the strict protocol and problems with the press that Harry and Meghan cited as their reasons for stepping down as working royals back in 2020.
Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, acquired the rights to the show after an intense bidding war, PEOPLE reports.
Kate Middleton to ‘retreat from public life again’ to focus on recovery
Sunday 21 July 2024 02:00
Alexander Butler
A palace insider has claimed that the Princess of Wales is likely to remain out of the public eye for the foreseeable future as she continues her cancer treatment.
Kate, 42, made a welcome return to duty at last month’s Trooping the Colour, but admitted that she was not “out of the woods yet” in her battle against an undisclosed form of the disease.
Following her return, there was some doubt about whether or not she would appear at Wimbledon to present the trophies in her capacity as patron of the All England Club.
Watch: Prince William zooms into Windsor Castle on e-scooter
Saturday 20 July 2024 23:00
Alexander Butler
Sarah Ferguson reveals why she and Princess Diana were ‘arrested’ on her hen do
Saturday 20 July 2024 22:00
Alexander Butler
Sarah Ferguson has revealed that she and Princess Diana were nearly arrested for impersonating policewomen on her hen night.
The Duchess of York, now 64, made the revelations on podcast where she said she “loved” the late princess.
“I called her Dutch,” she said on Thornton’s White Wine Question Time podcast. “We had a great time together.”
Watch: King appears to snap at aide to help Queen struggling in heavy rain
Saturday 20 July 2024 21:00
Alexander Butler
Watch: The Simpsons' Hank Azaria tries to make King's Guard laugh with voices of iconic characters
Saturday 20 July 2024 20:00
Alexander Butler
‘Inspirational’ aid worker Simon Boas dies of cancer just hours before he was due to meet the King
Saturday 20 July 2024 19:00
Alexander Butler
An “inspirational” aid worker who wrote about dealing with his terminal cancer has died just hours before he was due to meet King Charles.
Simon Boas, executive director of Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA), was set to meet the King and Queen Camilla this week during their official visit to Jersey.
A statement from JOA’s chairman Carolyn Labey said Mr Boas, who was diagnosed with throat cancer in September, died peacefully in Jersey surrounded by his family, aged 47.
Trump assassination attempt ‘saved’ Prince Harry from growing backlash over Pat Tillman award
Saturday 20 July 2024 18:00
Alexander Butler
Prince Harry was saved from further backlash over his controversial Pat Tillman award due to focus moving to Donald Trump’s assassination attempt, a PR expert has claimed.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, was given the honour for his work with the Invictus Games, which celebrates the sporting achievements of wounded, sick or injured service people.
It is named after the late Pat Tillman, a former American footballer who gave up his career to serve in the US military in the wake of 9/11. He was subsequently killed in Afghanistan in 2004.
Was Wallis Simpson’s £17m jewellery robbery an inside job?
Saturday 20 July 2024 17:00
Alexander Butler
Perhaps the most controversial royal couple in living history, King Edward VIII and his wife Wallis Simpson were no strangers to the finer things in life.
Their draw to glamour was reflected in Ms Simpson’s extensive jewellery collection - complete with rubies, diamonds and a huge emerald engagement ring given to her by Edward as he abdicated the throne to marry her.
So, one can only imagine the upset caused to the couple when just ten years later, so many of their precious jewels were ripped from them by thieves.
Prince and Princess of Wales hiring new private assistant to boost Welsh relationship
Saturday 20 July 2024 16:00
Alexander Butler
Tip-top communication skills and fluent in Welsh? You may well have a chance of getting a new job at Kensington Palace.
Prince William and Princess Kate are on the hunt to hire a new private assistant to join their team.
As they are the Prince and Princess of Wales, until they become king and queen, they are looking for a new secretary to help them improve relations with the Welsh nation.
Kate releases new statement about royal work after Wimbledon return
Saturday 20 July 2024 15:00
Tara Cobham
The Princess of Wales has released a new statement about her work following her second public appearance of the year at Wimbledon.
Kate, 42, has been largely absent from duty this year as a result of her ongoing battle against an undisclosed form of cancer.
In the new statement, which was released in honour of the Natural History Museum’s new gardens, the princess, who is its patron, spoke of the healing power of nature.
Emma Guinness reports:
Recap: Watch as King appears to snap at aide to help Queen struggling in heavy rain
Saturday 20 July 2024 14:00
Tara Cobham
Kate Middleton to ‘retreat from public life again’ to focus on recovery
Saturday 20 July 2024 13:00
Tara Cobham
A palace insider has claimed that the Princess of Wales is likely to remain out of the public eye for the foreseeable future as she continues her cancer treatment.
Kate, 42, made a welcome return to duty at last month’s Trooping the Colour, but admitted that she was not “out of the woods yet” in her battle against an undisclosed form of the disease.
Following her return, there was some doubt about whether or not she would appear at Wimbledon to present the trophies in her capacity as patron of the All England Club.
Emma Guinness reports:
In pictures: Princess Anne’s hospital visit amid recovery after ‘horse accident'
Saturday 20 July 2024 12:00
Tara Cobham
