Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear to be enjoying a quiet start in the UK, with the couple spending time with close friends and their young family. Meghan’s latest social media glimpse showed the Sussexes embracing country life, from evening walks to fishing trips and spending time with Archie and Lilibet.

Their close friendship was also on display when Meghan’s longtime friend Kelly McKee Zajfen shared photos from her UK visit with her baby son, Jack. The sweet images offered a glimpse of the Sussexes spending time with the little one, highlighting just how close the families have remained. ✨

Princess Diana’s former butler Paul Burrell has spoken out against Charles Spencer following the release of his memoir Swan Song: Diana, My Sister. Burrell, who worked for Diana until she died in 1997, claimed the book presented a side of the Spencer family story that he did not recognize.

Speaking on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Burrell pushed back against Spencer’s portrayal of King Charles and recalled seeing him in Paris following Diana’s death. He described the then-Prince of Wales as “devastated” and said he appeared to be “a broken man,” offering a very different account of Charles’ reaction to the tragedy. 😮

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return to the UK is set to feature in a new documentary. The Sussexes’ move back to Harry’s homeland has already sparked questions over security, their children’s schooling and their relationship with the Royal Family.

Now, an upcoming Impact x Nightline special titled Harry & Meghan: The Return of the Prince will take a closer look at their decision to return and the unresolved tensions surrounding their new chapter in Britain. 👀

Yesterday’s question: Charles Spencer's explosive claims in Swan Song: Diana, My Sister saw Buckingham Palace make a rare statement. Should the Palace have strayed from its 'never complain, never explain' mantra?

Nearly half of our readers, 48.18%, believed Buckingham Palace had to respond because the claims came from Diana’s own brother, making the situation harder to ignore. One reader said the Palace should face the facts and see it as an opportunity to learn from past mistakes, while another took a far harsher view of Charles Spencer and argued that his claims should not have been given credibility.

28.46% felt the Palace’s response only fueled the story, and that silence would have been the wiser choice. Another 12.4% thought staying quiet could have been interpreted as guilt, while 10.94% worried that breaking the never complain, never explain tradition could set a risky precedent. One reader argued that once the Palace starts explaining itself, the public may come to expect a response every time controversy surrounds the royals.

Princess Kate stepped out in Southend-on-Sea for a surprise visit to the Forward Trust during Addiction Awareness Week. The Princess of Wales met with staff and service users, learning more about the support offered at the centre.

Kate also joined in with some of the centre’s activities, getting her hands dirty while planting alongside others. She was later pictured sharing a warm hug with a member of the public, making the visit all the more personal. 🧿

Queen Camilla has a rather unexpected connection to Strictly Come Dancing. She has not only been a fan of the BBC show but has also danced with former judges Craig Revel Horwood and the late Len Goodman during royal engagements.

Her love of dance goes beyond a few royal twirls, too. Camilla has taken part in Silver Swans ballet classes, a programme created specifically for older adults. So, behind the royal duties and formal appearances, the Queen has quite literally been keeping her dancing shoes on. 💃

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