Queen Camilla has emerged as a steadying presence for King Charles III as the royal family deals with the fallout of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, making a surprise return to Britain, with Charles clarifying that the couple remain "private citizens."
The King has kept up a demanding public schedule while undergoing cancer treatment, carrying out 164 engagements over the past 12 months, often several in a single day.
Camilla, 79, a mother of two and grandmother of five, has fielded questions about her husband's health in public with a wave and a laugh, insisting "he is doing fine" while joking that "he won't slow down and won't do what he's told" and calling him "unstoppable."
Camilla married Charles in 2005, decades after she was widely criticised as his mistress during his marriage to Diana, Princess of Wales. She became Queen when Charles ascended to the throne in September 2022 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Sydney Sweeney's Betting Ad Draws Millions of Views
Actress Sydney Sweeney has drawn a huge online response after appearing nude with a tennis racket and ball in a one-minute video for the sports betting app Novig. The clip reportedly received 700,000 hits on Instagram and six million on X within minutes of being posted.
One viewer commented: "Selling gambling by selling sex. Society has crumbled before our eyes!"
New Line-up on The Great British Bake Off
The Great British Bake Off has released a promotional photo of its longest-serving judge, Paul Hollywood, alongside Nigella Lawson, who is joining the show. Hollywood previously co-hosted the programme alongside former judges Prue Leith and Mary Berry.
Teacher Bronwen James Convicted of Sexual Offences
Teacher Bronwen James has been convicted of sexual offences against a 16 year old male pupil, having previously pleaded guilty to sexual activity with two schoolgirls aged 13 and 14. The judge in the case said he had to "consider the risk she poses to young children," adding that "clearly she is not going to teach again."
Monty Don to Step Down From Gardeners' World
Monty Don is to leave the BBC's Gardeners' World after 23 years presenting the programme. His time on the show included the death of his golden retriever, Nell, and the arrival of his ten week old puppy, Ned. Don is known for his sign off line, "For now, bye bye."
Survey Finds Higher Injury Risk for E-bike Riders
A survey has found that riders on e-bikes are 41 per cent more likely to suffer a head or neck injury than those on pedal bikes.
Princess Diana's 'Revenge Dress' Goes to Auction
The black pleated chiffon dress that Diana, Princess of Wales, wore on the night Charles admitted his adultery in a televised interview, designed by Christina Stamboulian, is to be auctioned by Sotheby's with a starting price of £220,000. Insiders believe it could sell for five times that amount.
Royal and Entertainment Roundup
The BBC's Colin From Accounts is returning for a third and final series, centred on a border terrier that brings together a man and a woman after they run him over and injure him.
Prince George, who has begun his first day at Eton, has been noted for his resemblance to his father, Prince William, at the same age in 1995.
Slow Horses actor Jack Lowden is reported to be a front runner to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond.
Westminster Headlines
A new "unlimited overnight visitor levy," a holiday tax proposed by Andy, has been criticised as a "hammer blow" to the tourism industry, with warnings it could put tens of thousands of jobs at risk. The plan was also criticised on The Guardian's front page.
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has accused Israel of ethnic cleansing in the West Bank and announced sanctions. Hamas and Iran praised Miliband, saying his stance brings "the end of Israel" a step closer.
Kelly Osbourne Reflects on Father's Death
A year after the death of musician Ozzy Osbourne, his daughter Kelly Osbourne has said she is still, and "will always be 50 per cent sad." She said she draws strength from words spoken by actor Billy Bob Thornton after a loss of his own: "You will always be 50 per cent happy and 50 per cent sad."
