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Prince Harry has spoken of his excitement at turning 40 on Sunday, as he plans to celebrate with his family in California before heading away on a break with his closest friends.
He told the BBC: “Whatever the age, my mission is to continue showing up and doing good in the world.”
The Duke of Sussex added that becoming a father to his two children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three, had given him a “fresh perspective on life” and made him more committed to making the world a better place.
Reports suggest that Meghan Markle may return to the UK after receiving an invitation to Harry’s uncle Earl Spencer’s house for Christmas.
Meanwhile, their 11-year-old nephew Prince George is following in his father’s footsteps by learning to fly, with reports suggesting he took his first flight on the final day of his summer holidays.
The future king reportedly “loved” his maiden flight, while Prince William and Kate watched him from the runway on the White Waltham Airfield near Maidenhead.
Harry remains estranged from his brother, the Prince of Wales, highlighted by the siblings reportedly not talking at a family funeral last month.
The common ground between Kate and Meghan is beginning to become more solid
On the surface they couldn’t be more different, a homebody princess versus a high-gloss duchess. But, there is a subplot at work here, argues Fleur Britten – and the two women hint at more similarities than you may think
Jabed Ahmed14 September 2024 09:04
William and Kate donate to food bank after thieves raid its warehouse
The Prince and Princess of Wales have donated to a south London food bank after thieves raided its warehouse.
Workers arrived at Southwark Foodbank’s warehouse in Peckham to find empty shelves after burglars stole thousands of pounds worth of goods in the early hours of Sunday, the food bank said.
William and Kate donated £3,500 to charity Pecan after hearing about the theft, which will cover the costs of the goods stolen and the damage caused, the food bank added.
Peter Edwards, chief executive of Pecan, said: “This surprise donation by the Prince and Princess of Wales – following such a difficult spell for their family – underlines their kindness and decency.
“After serious ill health their first thought was of how to help others.
“Their generosity will inspire staff and volunteers to redouble Pecan’s efforts to alleviate poverty in London.”
Jabed Ahmed14 September 2024 08:29
Prince William warns of ‘future threats’ to UK during RAF speech
The Prince of Wales told new RAF officers the country will be relying on them to deal with “future threats” during the present “time of change and uncertainty”.
William spoke during the graduation ceremony of more than 50 officers who have completed their training at the Royal Air Force College Cranwell.
The prince knows RAF Cranwell in Lincolnshire well, as he trained at the air force base, flying solo for the first time and later received his wings from his father during a ceremony in 2008.
He remained in the RAF for much of his active military career going on to fly as a helicopter pilot in the RAF Search and Rescue Force before becoming an air ambulance helicopter pilot.
Jabed Ahmed14 September 2024 07:49
Kate Middleton’s cancer timeline
The princess has finished chemotherapy but said her “path to healing and full recovery is long”:
Jane Dalton14 September 2024 07:00
Watch: A look back at Prince Harry’s life as he turns 40
In Diana’s arms to laughing with William: Look back at Harry’s life as he turns 40
Forty photos of the Duke of Sussex, from being held by Princess Diana to laughing with the Prince and Princess of Wales, celebrate his life as he celebrates his milestone 40th birthday on Friday, 13 September. These photographs explore significant moments of Prince Harry’s life including walking behind his mother’s coffin during her funeral, being deployed to Afghanistan, and marrying the Duchess of Sussex. Prince Harry has spoken of his excitement at turning 40. In a statement to the BBC, he said: “Whatever the age, my mission is to continue showing up and doing good in the world.”
Jane Dalton14 September 2024 05:30
Prince William refuses to reveal tax bill, breaking tradition
Jane Dalton14 September 2024 04:00
Watch: What do the royal family need to do to stay relevant?
What do the royal family need to do to stay relevant?
Can the royal family and King Charles adapt to the modern age and stay relevant? Will Harry be able to rejoin The Firm? And what will the next generation of royalty be like? These and more questions from our audience were answered in The Independent’s virtual event on the future of the royal family. Hosted by assistant editor Victoria Harper, the panel features bestselling authors Anna Pasternak and Tessa Dunlop, plus royal historian Jonathan Spangler. If you enjoy our virtual events, please consider supporting The Independent with a donation or by subscribing to Independent Premium.
Jane Dalton14 September 2024 02:30
Duchess presents design award
The Duchess of Edinburgh presented the prize for the British Fashion Council Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design to to Steven Stokey-Daley.
Jane Dalton13 September 2024 23:30
Royal travel costs soar by £300,000 despite fewer engagements
Jane Dalton13 September 2024 22:00