Prince Charles' Commonwealth comments slammed by expert Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Prince Charles welcomed guests to a garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Wednesday. Alongside the Queen , Princess Anne , Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex , the Prince of Wales is on a trip to Scotland to mark the annual Holyrood Week, which takes place between the end of June and beginning of July. The garden party, which the monarch did not attend, recognised Scots’ good work in the community. Related articles I reported Prince Charles to the police, was I wrong? Inside Prince Charles' multi-million pound property in Gloucestershire Her Majesty … [Read more...] about ‘Do not leave!’ Prince Charles’ plans to exit royal life stopped by Queen Mother
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More wealthy families turning to equity release to save on taxes
Savings expert Martin Lewis explains equity release schemes Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Better-off homeowners are using it to save tax and make gifts to help younger family members get on in life. Equity release involves unlocking the capital in your property and turning it into ready cash. There are no repayments to be made during your lifetime, instead the interest rolls up and is cleared with the money released when the house is sold, after death or going into care. Homeowners retain full property ownership, and are even free to move if their new home is acceptable security for the debt. Equity release is being seen as a viable option … [Read more...] about More wealthy families turning to equity release to save on taxes
Meghan Markle tipped to cause ‘even more headaches’ to Royal Family with political move
Harry and Meghan's popularity 'waning' in America says expert Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Duchess of Sussex has made a number of interventions into US politics since stepping back as a working member of the Royal Family in 2020, lobbying politicians in the country for changes to parental leave and climate policy. Commentator Dan Wootton recalled a conversation he had with one of Meghan Markle 's close aides as far back as three years ago, that gave an early glimpse of a possible huge move into US politics. Related articles Royal cop recalls Prince Andrew's abusive slur at Palace Meghan abandons 'any pretence of royal neutrality' in new interview He wrote … [Read more...] about Meghan Markle tipped to cause ‘even more headaches’ to Royal Family with political move
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake hint at hopes for a huge family change
July 01, 2022 - 17:40 BST Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake have hinted at a huge family move Jessica Biel was dreaming of a vacation gone by and making plans for her family's future when she threw it back on Instagram on Friday. The Candy star posted a snapshot of her and husband, Justin Timberlake , in Paris, posing for a selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower. MORE: Jessica Biel delights fans with photos from Disneyland adventure with son Silas Making reference to the turmoil in America, she wrote: "You have croissants AND Women’s Rights? Damn, take me back," and added praying hands emojis. Loading the player... WATCH: Jessica Biel undergoes huge transformation to star in Candy The pair are proud parents to two sons, Silas, seven, and Phineas, two, and already made a big move when they left Hollywood for Montana. They sold their luxury LA home for a staggering amount of money and decided to make the … [Read more...] about Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake hint at hopes for a huge family change
Internet slams “pushy” in-laws demanding to take 11-week-old baby overnight
A woman has taken to Mumsnet, asking if she is being unreasonable for not wanting her in-laws to look after her 11-week-old baby overnight, prompting one user to respond: User PinkCheetah wrote: "Since she was born, actually since I was pregnant, the ILs [in-laws] have been asking on repeat when they can take the baby away overnight to stay at theirs for a few days at a time. DH [darling husband] and I keep declining for many reasons. "For example, she's exclusively breastfed. And mainly I don't like being apart from LO [little one] too long. Even when she goes out for a few hours with DH [darling husband], I feel unsettled. And I don't agree with some of the things they want to do e.g ILs want to cosleep sometimes. "I do sometimes cosleep but I only trust myself to do this and no one else. ILs have also been dropping hints that I should do things differently. For example, they keep suggesting I should just formula feed, so they can help with feeds. "But I want to keep … [Read more...] about Internet slams “pushy” in-laws demanding to take 11-week-old baby overnight
Retirement: How one person managed to stop working at just 33 years old
Coronavirus: People may have to 'defer' retirement says expert Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Retirement is often seen as an opportunity to relax after years of hard work, and to enjoy the money a person has managed to accumulate over this time. Many take the opportunity to pursue hobbies or travel upon leaving work, using their later years to make the most of their time. However, some people have chosen to accelerate their working lives and their savings, to leave work earlier and elongate their retirement. Related articles Money saving: Warning as over 50s found to have hundreds hidden away State Pension changes today - how you may … [Read more...] about Retirement: How one person managed to stop working at just 33 years old
Prince Charles ‘extremely conscious’ of cost of living crisis as royal spending soars
Charles has to be 'careful' not to get too political says Cole Sign up for FREE royal alerts SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Royal accounts published on Thursday showed the monarchy's taxpayer-funded spending came to £102.4million during 2021/22 - an increase of £14.9million, or 17 percent, on the previous financial year. Official royal travel amounted to £4.5million, housekeeping and hospitality to £1.3million, utilities £3.2million and payroll costs £23.7million. Related articles Royal Family LIVE: Sussex’s Netflix series ‘smells of desperation’ Harry and Meghan look to turn Archie and Lilibet into ‘TV superstars’ Property maintenance soared by £14.4million to £63.9million, as the 10-year … [Read more...] about Prince Charles ‘extremely conscious’ of cost of living crisis as royal spending soars
L’Illinois, “sanctuaire” du droit à l’avortement dans le Midwest américain
En revenant sur la décision historique Roe versus Wade qui garantissait le droit à l'avortement dans tout les États-Unis, la Cour suprême ouvre la voie à un pays divisé . Le Missouri, dans le Midwest, a par exemple interdit l'avortement, alors que l'Illinois, son État voisin de l'autre côté du Mississippi, le propose toujours. Depuis deux ans Lori Lamprich accompagne des femmes dans des cliniques en tant que bénévole pour une association d'aide à l'accès à l'avortement. Elle assure le transport et l'hébergement de femmes, pour la plupart à faibles revenus. Nous allons avoir beaucoup plus de monde, des personnes qui seraient allées au planning familial ici à St Louis, qui vont avoir besoin d'être emmenées dans l'Illinois. Lori Lamprich chauffeur bénévole Plus de 46 000 avortements ont été pratiqués dans l'Illinois en 2020, selon les chiffres officiels. Deux mondes différents Signe de cette Amérique divisée, Lori croise la route de militants anti … [Read more...] about L’Illinois, “sanctuaire” du droit à l’avortement dans le Midwest américain
Summer holidays under threat from airline strikes across Europe
Holidays across Europe could be thrown into chaos this summer due to mass strikes and staff shortages across the continent. British holidaymakers have faced a nightmare in recent weeks due to delays, cancellations and luggage going missing at the UK’s busiest airports. More problems are expected after British Airways workers at Heathrow voted to strike in a dispute over pay. Around 700 workers will walk out between July and September after the airline failed to restore a 10% pay cut imposed during the pandemic. However, it’s not just the UK facing these problems. Workers in France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Scandinavia have voted to or are discussing strike action over pay and conditions. Staff shortages have also caused delays and baggage problems in other popular destinations like Bucharest and Portugal. Thousands of British passengers are set to be caught up in the disruption, which affects major airlines like easyJet and Ryanair. Easyjet workers in Spain … [Read more...] about Summer holidays under threat from airline strikes across Europe
Taylor Hawkins’ widow breaks silence on Foo Fighters star’s death
Taylor Hawkins' widow has publicly broken her silence on the Foo Fighters drummer's death, more than two months after he passed away. Hawkins died on March 25 at the age of 50 after being found unresponsive in his hotel room in Bogotá, Colombia. An early urine toxicology test found 10 different drugs in his system. Alison Hawkins, who married the musician in 2005, shared a statement on her late husband's Twitter account, as it was also announced that his bandmates are planning two tribute shows in September. "My deepest thanks and admiration go out to the global Foo Fighters community and Taylor's fans far and wide for the outpouring of love each and every one of you have shown out beloved Taylor," the statement began. "Your kindness has been an invaluable comfort for my family and me during this time of unimaginable grief." "As Taylor's wife, and on behalf of our children, I want to share how much you meant to him and how dedicated he was to 'knocking your socks off' … [Read more...] about Taylor Hawkins’ widow breaks silence on Foo Fighters star’s death