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Prince William made his TikTok debut during a visit to Belfast City Campus Centre on Thursday, where he met students pursuing careers in the arts.
Interrupting the usual schedule, the Prince of Wales joined in the lighthearted atmosphere, recording a clip with student Samantha Johnson.
In the video, she asked William to explain to her tutor why she would be late for her lecture. “Just tell her why we’re late! Just say sorry,” she joked.
The visit, aimed at engaging with young creatives, showcased William’s approachable side, as he interacted with students and embraced the impromptu moment on the popular platform. William took the TikTok request in his stride, responding with a grin: “To Lesley? Are you recording?”
Addressing the camera, he added, “Lesley, I’m very sorry we’re late, but they seem to be caught up, and they wouldn’t believe that you were here, so just say hi.”
The lighthearted moment came as King Charles marked his 76th birthday with a visit to a food distribution hub in south London. The Queen was notably absent, continuing to recover from a chest infection.
Despite her absence, the monarch’s visit highlighted his commitment to addressing the cost-of-living crisis through initiatives such as the Coronation Food Project and the Felix Project.
Prince Harry and Tom Watson only people continuing case against The Sun publisher
The Duke of Sussex “is one of two claimants whose claims are still live” against the publisher of The Sun over allegations of unlawful information gathering, his barrister has told the High Court.
A hearing on Friday was told that Harry, 40, and former Labour deputy leader Tom Watson are now the only people continuing their claims against News Group Newspapers (NGN) after several others settled their cases.
The court was told 39 cases have been settled since a previous hearing in July.
The two remaining cases are expected to go to trial in January 2025, with Harry alleging he was targeted by journalists and private investigators working for NGN, which also published the now-defunct News Of The World.
The publisher has previously denied unlawful activity took place at The Sun.
Many others have settled their claims in recent years including actor Hugh Grant, actress Sienna Miller, ex-footballer Paul Gascoigne, comic Catherine Tate and Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm.
Alisha Rahaman Sarkar16 November 2024 05:30
King Charles reveals what brought him to tears recently
King Charles this week revealed that a new 90-minute documentary on Queen Camilla made him cry.
The film titled Her Majesty the Queen: Behind Closed Doors highlighted her work raising awareness about domestic and sexual violence.
“It’s very moving isn’t it? I think BAFTA [British Academy of Film and Television Arts] are interested in it,” Charles said, according to The Telegraph.
“I am very proud of it,” he said, adding: “It reduced me to tears.”
Alisha Rahaman Sarkar16 November 2024 04:30
Meghan Markle ‘in a joyful mood’ after professional separation
Meghan Markle was in a “joyful mood” amid ongoing professional separation from Prince Harry, People Magazine reported citing a source.
“She was dancing and celebrating with her friends,” the source added.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were reportedly going separate paths professionally. The couple had undertaken multiple solo engagements across the last couple of months.
Alisha Rahaman Sarkar16 November 2024 03:30
Denzel Washington and King Charles totally botch handshake
Denzel Washington appeared nervous and awestruck as he shook King Charles III’s hand at the Gladiator II premiere.
The monarch stepped out solo on the eve of his 76th birthday to attend the sequel’s screening at Leicester Square’s Odeon theater, chatting on the red carpet with director Ridley Scott, 86, and the cast.
The film’s stars lined up to greet the king before heading into the theater. When the King reached Washington after first chatting with Scott and lead actor Paul Mescal, 28, the Training Day star looked flustered, confessing that he wasn’t sure of the proper royal handshake protocol.
Alisha Rahaman Sarkar16 November 2024 02:46
Comment: It’s time for the royal family to come clean on their finances
It’s time for the royal family to come clean on their finances
An investigation has revealed that the King and Prince of Wales’ private estates have struck rental deals with the NHS, schools and the armed forces worth millions of pounds. It is time for much greater transparency about the royal family’s staggering wealth, writes Alan Rusbridger
Barney Davis16 November 2024 02:00
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Barney Davis15 November 2024 20:00
King returns to Royal Marines base where he completed his helicopter pilot training 50 years ago
King Charles arrived at the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines in Lympstone, near Exeter, Devon, on Friday to meet successful recruits and present special honours.
He attended the training centre 50 years ago, completing three days commando training there as part of his pilot training in 1974.
He was presented with a picture of himself tackling the high ropes at the training centre, while he watched recruits perform the same manoeuvre.
The King, who is Captain General of the Royal Marines, met his troops and presented the King’s Badge and a Green Beret to two trainees, Osian Stephens from Colwyn, North Wales and Joseph Ryan from Merseyside.
Addressing the recruits, he said: “As your Captain General, I can only express my pride in each and every one of you, together with my admiration for passing such a demanding course.
“We are fortunate indeed to be able to rely on you, as well as on those families here today who so loyally support you.”
Barney Davis15 November 2024 15:45
Denzel Washington unsure how to greet King at Gladiator II premiere
Even Denzel Washington looked a little star-stuck as he tried to work out the Royal handshake etiquette with King Charles at the Gladiator II premiere last night.
As His Majesty reached the Oscar winner after greeting director Ridley Scott and Paul Mescal, Washington could be heard asking: “I didn’t know if I was supposed to grab you or not. But it’s my pleasure.”
King Charles, also a fan of the Training Day star, asked him about his role as the dastardly Emporer Macrinus.
Washington sarcastically grinned and told the King: “I’m just an awful… I’m a lovely man, you’ll see… I’m a lovely chap.”
The King replied, “You’ve been in so many films, it’s fantastic”.
Barney Davis15 November 2024 14:45
Prince William gives perfect excuse to student for being late to her lecture
Prince William’s security team caused quite a stir at Ulster University yesterday.
The Prince Of Wales was visiting students entering the arts at Belfast City Campus Centre.
He even popped his head in to help explain to one lecturer why her student would be late on a viral TikTok.
Samantha Johnson asked the future king to appear in her post, saying: “Just tell her why we’re late! Just say sorry.”
William, taking the request in his stride, said: “To Lesley? Are you recording?”
“Lesley, I’m very sorry we’re late but they seem to be caught up and they wouldn’t believe that you were here, so just say hi.”
She claimed on another video that she “missed half her lecture” due to Prince William’s security guards.
Barney Davis15 November 2024 13:45