Prince Harry and Meghan Markle given 'clear sign' not to return to UK

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Prince Harry's failed legal challenge against the Home Office has reportedly left the taxpayer with a bill of more than £500,000.

According to a Freedom of Information request by The Telegraph, the Duke of Sussex's derailed court action included some dizzying figures including more than £180,000 for counsel, £230,000 for the Government Legal Department, £2,300 in court fees and nearly £10,000 in e-disclosure.

Hugh Grosvenor, the 7th Duke of Westminster and Prince George's godfather, has sent out invitations to guests for his upcoming wedding, it has been reported.

This summer, the Duke of Westminster is set to marry his long-term girlfriend Olivia Henson.

The attendance of the Prince and Princess of Wales remains in question in light of the treatment being undertaken by Princess Kate.

Similarly, it is unclear whether Prince Harry will be at the event, to be celebrated in June at Chester Cathedral.

If he does, it will be the first time the two feuding brothers meet since their father, King Charles's Coronation last May.

Prince Harry will not be deported from the US if President Joe Biden remains in office after this year's presidential election, the US ambassador to the UK has said.

US Ambassador Jane Hartley told Sky News: "It's not gonna happen in the Biden administration."

Republican frontrunner Donald Trump previously hinted the Duke of Sussex could be kicked out of the States if he makes a return to the White House.

The Crown star Josh O'Connor publicly reacted to Princess Kate's health announcement.

Mr O'Connor, who played young King Charles in the Netflix programme, said at the premiere of his new film Challengers that he "always feels so sorry" for the Royal Family "having to make public statements at a time like this".

He added: "I know it's part of their job, but they're born into it. And the way everyone was talking about Kate, I found really sad. But I just hope she's all right, and everyone's thinking of her and sending her good wishes."

Loose Women's Kelly Holmes - a former gold-medal-winning Olympic athlete - has recalled meeting Princess Kate in the wake of the royal's decision to open up on her diagnosis last Friday. Branding her "genuinely interested" in everyone she meets, the 53-year-old shared what it was like to work with Prince William's wife at charity events.

She told OK! magazine: "She was down to earth and interested in the people – when we were chatting, she was asking questions in more detail – and she was easy-going."

Princess Kate's commitment to charity goes far beyond merely making an appearance, Ms Holmes added.

She vowed: "She isn't just there as a photo opportunity."

Prince Harry is expected to return to the UK in May to attend a service at St Paul's Cathedral marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.

Express.co.uk has seen a copy of the official schedule which shows the Duke and Duchess of Sussex listed as guests on the official running order, with Harry due to speak at the 5pm service.

The source said: “The dates and details are being kept very hush-hush, but the Invictus Games 10th Anniversary Service has now been confirmed at St. Paul’s Cathedral on May 8.

“Both Harry and Meghan are listed as guests and a speech has been scheduled, but there is still a question mark over whether Meghan will make an appearance. Her name has been pencilled in as a TBC (to be confirmed).”

This would mark the first time the Duchess of Sussex returned to the UK since September 2022.

What do you think? Should Meghan join Harry at the service? 

A BBC reporter who fueled conspiracy theories about Princess Kate's whereabouts has turned her account private following a tirade of criticism. Sonja McLaughlan - a sports journalist at the BBC - made a number of claims about the Princess of Wales as fans speculated as to her whereabouts before her cancer announcement.

In one post on social media platform X, Ms McLaughlan echoed conspiracy theories that the person Prince William had been spotted shopping with at a Windsor shop was not Kate. In a now-deleted post, she even claimed it could have been a body double, while the Prince of Wales could have been an actor.

Ms McLaughlan has since turned her social media private following harsh backlash after Kate's shock cancer announcement last Friday. The Princess of Wales made an address to the nation where she revealed she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy for an unspecified form of cancer.

Before Kate's unveiling, the reporter wrote: "Disturbing that newspapers like The Times are reporting this as fact. Headline 'Kate seen in public for the first time' when it's clearly not her. As someone has said. Could be a couple of lookalikes making mischief."

Meghan Markle is “anxious” about returning to the UK and has grave doubts about whether she will joined Prince Harry at the 10th Anniversary Service of the Invictus Games which her husband has championed so consistently, an insider has said.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex now live in California, having relocated in 2020 after controversially stepping down as frontline royals.

And while Meghan did return for Queen Elizabeth’s funeral, her husband attended his father King Charles III’s coronation in May on his own, with Meghan and their two children, Prince Archie, four, and Princess Lilibet, two, remaining in the US.

Queen Camilla greeted some of the hundreds of wellwishers gathered to see her in Shrewsbury today, and two young girls captured her attention.

The pair had made posters for Kate, the Princess of Wales, who bravely revealed on Friday that she had been diagnosed with cancer.

The Queen, 76, promised to deliver the messages to her daughter-in-law and said: "I know that Catherine is thrilled by all the kind wishes and support."

Queen Camilla received a warm welcome in Shrewsbury this morning, as scores of people gathered in the town square to catch a glimpse of the consort.

The Queen, who is wearing a gorgeous camel coat, is kicking off her trip to the Shropshire town by visiting the Farmers' Market where she'll receive a tour and view its wide array of stalls, including food, artisan, jewellery and craft stalls.

Camilla took time to greet the hundreds of people gathered to see her, with Abi Crighton gifting the Queen a single red rose which she gladly accepted.

EXCLUSIVE: News that King Charles is going to attend in person the Easter Sunday service has been described as "highly encouraging" in light of the monarch's cancer treatment.

Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams noted how the monarch has very clearly remained at the helm of the Royal Family and the country despite his health setback and the unprecedented time in which the Firm is finding itself, as he continues to carry out his day-to-day duties as sovereign and to attend high-profile meetings.

The expert told Express.co.uk: "King Charles, who is continuing essential duties but unable to attend public engagements whilst undergoing treatment for cancer, has ensured that he has been seen as often as possible. This has meant that though there has obviously been some speculation as to what the future might hold, there has been continuity."

EXCLUSIVE: Prince Harry is set to speak at the Invictus Games 10th Anniversary Service to be held at St. Paul’s Cathedral on May 8.

Express.co.uk has seen a copy of the official St. Paul’s Cathedral schedule with the Invictus Games event listed as taking place on Wednesday, May 8 at 5 pm.

We have also learnt that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are listed as guests on the official running order and the Duke of Sussex is set to speak at the service.

The Princess of Wales shocked royal watchers worldwide last Friday when she announced she has been diagnosed with a type of cancer following her "major" abdominal surgery back in January.

Princess Kate spoke of an "incredibly tough couple of months" during a heart-wrenching video as she revealed she is undergoing preventative therapy for her illness.

Here, Express.co.uk takes a look at everything Kensington Palace has said following the royal's shock announcement.

EXCLUSIVE: Meghan Markle continues to make waves with her latest venture, American Riviera Orchard, as some believe it may exacerbate tensions with the Royal Family.

Royal expert Ron Torossian, founder and chairman of 5WPR, weighed in on the significance of Meghan's brand choice, describing it as a subtle snub to the British Royals.

Speaking to Daily Express US, he claimed: "Her new project is very American branded, it diminishes the image of the British Royals. She has a lifestyle brand called American Riviera Orchard - not the British Riviera Orchard, it tells you in a sense that there is a link to her status as a California resident."

Mike Tindall once made a foul-mouthed dig in a candid moment during his time on ITV’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, as he branded all politicians "f*****s" while talking to his campmates.

The apparent breach of royal protocol by Zara Tindall's husband took place in 2022 when Mike was caught speaking to campmate Seann Walsh about the ousting of ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

He said: "I just think all politicians are f*****s. I mean, for them to even have the conversation just because they’re all Boris fans that didn’t like how Boris was ousted that you won’t pick the best person for the job, that sums politicians up."

Piers Morgan has railed against Stephen Colbert’s "non-apology" to Princess Kate after the talk show host waded into conspiracy theories on The Late Show.

In a New York Post column, Piers branded Stephen a "hypocrite" for his message to viewers after cracking jokes about the Princess of Wales.

The late-night presenter told viewers: "There’s a standard that I try to hold myself to, and that is I do not make light of somebody else’s tragedy."

Even if Prince Harry was keen to return to the UK as a working royal, his wife Meghan Markle would be "absolutely against" the idea, according to a royal commentator.

In February this year, Harry made a surprise fleeting trip back to Britain to see King Charles after learning he had been diagnosed with cancer, leading to speculation he could be looking to spend more time over here.

However, Buckingham Palace shut down any claims of a royal return for Harry, with author Tom Quinn agreeing that this possibility seems very far-fetched.

Meghan Markle's new lifestyle business is viewed as a potential "ticking timebomb" for the Royal Family, and might even be the trigger for cutting off her and Prince Harry's royal titles, a royal expert claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex's new brand is thought to weave together lifestyle and cooking content, likely tying in with Meghan's upcoming Netflix cooking show and selling items like jams, marmalades, and other home decor products.

Reports have suggested that the Duchess hopes to share her American Riviera Orchard vision online and possibly in book format.

Prince Philip was famous for speaking his mind.

He was celebrated for his wit and often hilarious one-liners - and a brand new one was revealed yesterday.

Richard Palmer is a royal correspondent with 20 years experience of covering the House of Windsor around the UK and overseas - he has previously worked for the Daily Express.

He made his social media followers chuckle earlier as he unveiled what the late devoted husband of Queen Elizabeth II said as he was told he would be presenting a Queen’s Award to solicitors.

EXCLUSIVE: King Charles has reason to be optimistic about his cancer diagnosis, as a royal source told Express.co.uk that his "treatment is going well".

They added that "both doctors and patient remain positive" as it was announced that the King would attend the Easter Sunday church service at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle this weekend.

His Majesty's appearance at the service will be his first in public since news of his illness was confirmed in early February, with this development a positive sign that his doctors believe he is well enough to be around other people.

Queen Camilla stunned in her favourite teal dress and black jacket combo as she welcomed guests to Clarence House this evening for a reception to celebrate the results of a new study.

The research, commissioned by her book club and literary charity The Reading Room, proves that there is a link between reading more fiction and better mental health, concentration and social connectedness.

The Queen was joined by a number of famous faces and friends at the royal reception, although King Charles was unable to accompany her due to his ongoing cancer treatment.

Prince Harry will not be deported from the US if President Joe Biden remains in office after this year's US election, the US ambassador to the UK has said.

Donald Trump has previously hinted that the Duke of Sussex could be deported if he is elected back into the White House later this year.

US Ambassador Jane Hartley has told Sky News: "It's not gonna happen in the Biden administration."

Meghan Markle will be selling a number of unusual items through her new brand American Riviera Orchard, including dog shampoo, chicken feed and yoga bolsters.

The Duchess of Sussex announced news of her new project earlier in March, as she and her husband Prince Harry continue to establish themselves as independent from the Royal Family in Hollywood.

It was also reported that Meghan has lodged papers to trademark the initials of her new business, with a list of items she is looking to sell made available to view in a trademark application extension.

Good morning from Manchester, I'm Sophia Papamavroudi and I'll be bringing you all the latest royal updates into this afternoon.

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