Royal family news latest: Prince Harry reveals how Archie and Lilibet have changed him ahead of 40th birthday
Duke of Sussex says becoming a father has given him new perspective on life
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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.
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King Charles thanked the female rugby team from New Zealand for surprising him with a hug at Buckingham Palace yesterday.
“I much appreciated this chance to meet you and have such a warm hug from most of you,” he said before adding, “very healing”.
During the meeting, the king expressed his regret that he will not be able to visit New Zealand anytime soon “on doctor’s orders.”
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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.
Harry and Meghan may return to UK for Christmas
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may return to the UK for Christmas, after reportedly receiving an invite from his uncle, Earl Spencer, at his home in Althorp House.
The couple are said to have received an invite to join their celebrations, along with their two children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
If they were to attend, it would be Meghan’s first trip back to the UK since the late Queen’s funeral in 2022.
Speaking to OK! magazine, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond said: “Well, if an offer has indeed been made - which seems quite logical - and if they accepted, it would fly in the face of everything Harry has said about security. He has repeatedly said he believes it’s unsafe to bring his wife and children to the UK without a guarantee of official security.”
In Diana’s arms to laughing with William and Kate: 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.”
Prince Harry to jet off on wholesome ‘lads holiday’ to celebrate 40th birthday
Prince Harry is said to be heading off on a “lads’ holiday” with his “closest mates” to mark his milestone 40th birthday.
The Duke of Sussex, who turns 40 on Sunday (15 September), will have a reported “low-key” celebration on the day itself with his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Harry told People magazine ahead of his birthday: “The best gift I’ve ever been given is, without a doubt, my kids. I enjoy watching them grow every single day, and I love being their dad.”
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Prince Harry to jet off on ‘lads holiday’ to celebrate 40th birthday
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On Thursday, the Prince of Wales stepped out with his late mother’s sister Lady Sarah McCorquodale, who joined him at an RAF graduation ceremony where he warned to cadets that they “live in a time of change and uncertainty”.
It is understood that he invited his aunt to the event at RAF Cranwell as she lives in the area, with the prince remaining close to his mother’s family during his adult life.
Sporting a light beard, he told the 48 cadets: “Multinational relationships are key to international defence, security, and peace.
“The relationships you have formed through training will be key in allowing you to achieve success in future roles, and enhancing the security of all our nations.”
Forty photos to mark Harry’s milestone 40th birthday
The Duke of Sussex reaches his milestone 40th birthday on Sunday.
In a statement to the BBC, Harry said he was “excited” about reaching the milestone, adding: “Whatever the age, my mission is to continue showing up and doing good in the world.”
Forty photos – one for every year of Harry’s life – have been compiled to mark the duke entering his fifth decade.
The pictures, brought together by the PA news agency, show the transition of the youngest son of the King and the late Diana, Princess of Wales from newborn baby to cheeky toddler and beyond.
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Forty photos to mark Harry’s milestone 40th birthday
The duke, who celebrates his birthday on Sunday, is pictured through the ages from newborn prince to married father of two living in the US.
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