Meghan Markle latest news – Sussexes call for compassion as they win environmental award for only having two children

MEGHAN and Harry have been recognised by a charity for only having two children, receiving a "special award" for reducing their impact on the environment.

The Sussexes, who quit as senior working royals last year, had baby Lilibet “Lili” Diana on June 4, following the birth of their son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor on May 6, 2019.

The UK-based charity, which campaigns to achieve a sustainable population, said the couple were being acknowledged as “a role model for other families”.

A spokesman said: “In choosing and publicly declaring their intention to limit their family to two, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are helping to ensure a better future for their children and providing a role model for other families.

“Having a smaller family reduces our impact on the Earth, and provides a better chance for all our children, their children and future generations to flourish on a healthy planet.

“We commend the Duke and Duchess for taking this enlightened decision, and for affirming that a smaller family is also a happy family.”

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    PRINCE WILLIAM ‘DREADING’ WHAT MEGHAN MARKLE & HARRY WILL DO AFTER NETFLIX DEALS

    Palace insider, Duncan Larcombe, believes the couple are still cashing in on the royal brand by continuously talking about it.

    He added that they now face challenges as they try to navigate a new way to “make it work.”

    Expert Duncan told OK! magazine: "What do they do next? That's a question Prince William is dreading the answer to.”

    "Ultimately, they have to find a way to do their work in LA while not trading in on the royal brand."

    Since quitting the Royal Family, Meghan and Harry have landed a multi-million pound Spotify deal along with a £112m deal with Netflix.

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    MEGHAN MARKLE REACHED OUT TO NAOMI OSAKA

    Tennis ace Naomi Osaka has revealed that Meghan Markle reached out to her after she stepped down from the French Open.

    The Duchess of Sussex is one of many famous faces who reportedly wanted to support the young tennis star after she quit amid the controversy over her press briefings.

    Osaka, 23, said that she had an outpouring of support from people in the public eye including Michelle Obama and fellow sports stars Michael Phelps, Steph Curry and Novak Djokovic.

    Speaking to Time Magazine for an Olympic preview issue, the athlete spoke about her decision to boycott media conferences during the French Open, having tweeted that she found the briefings like “kicking a person while they’re down”.

    And the tennis ace said: “There can be moments for any of us where we are dealing with issues behind the scenes. Each of us as humans is going through something on some level.”

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    DUKE OF SUSSEX ACCUSED ROYAL FAMILY OF ‘TOTAL NEGLECT’

    The Duke of Sussex has also accused the Royals of “total neglect” in his Apple TV documentary series, The Me You Can’t See.

    Buckingham Palace announced that they would investigate why Meghan wasn’t given support for mental health problems.

    Meanwhile, the couple’s pleas for stories on their Archewell website have come under scrutiny, after Private Eye revealed that the couple could be using them for commercial gain.

    For every submission there is a Terms & Conditions section which appears to state that Harry and Meg can benefit from it themselves.

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    IS THIS HOW MEGHAN MARKLE IS RAISING LILIBET?

    Fans have been going crazy trying to get a glimpse inside how The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will raise their daughter in California.

    Nima Patel, mindfulness expert, certified conscious parenting coach and founder of Mindful Champs, commented on lavish parenting trends likely to be embraced by Meghan.

    She said: “Self-care is set to be an incredibly popular trend for parents throughout the U.S.

    “The pandemic has highlighted the importance of nurturing our own mental health and parents are realising that they need to prioritise their wellbeing after having children.”

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    PRINCE WILLIAM TAKES PART IN CHARITY POLO TOURNAMENT

    The Duke of Cambridge was pictured playing at the Royal Charity Polo Cup 2021 in Windsor ahead of a busy weekend of sport. 

    The match, played at Guards Polo Club, will help raise funds and awareness for charities supported by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

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    CHEEKY SEVEN-YEAR-OLD ASKS PRINCE WILLIAM IF HE CAN HAVE KATE MIDDLETON’S TICKET FOR THE EURO FINAL

    The little boy adorably said he would “share his snacks” if the royal let him use the highly sought-after ticket. 

    His mum shared a photo of the handwritten note on Facebook with the caption: “I think my 7year old might be disappointed.”

    The boy’s note was addressed to the “Duke and Duchess of Cambridge”, and carefully stated his case for the ticket. 

    Since being uploaded to Facebook, the post has been liked over 5,000 times. 

    We can’t blame Jack for trying!

    William, who is the current president of the FA, was seen celebrating at the Euros semi finals on Wednesday and will attend Sunday's final.

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    MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY WIN AWARD FOR ‘ENLIGHTENED DECISION’ TO ONLY HAVE TWO KIDS

    Charity Population Matters said it was recognising the couple with the "Special Award" for reducing their impact on the environment.

    The Sussexes, who quit as senior working royals last year, had baby Lilibet "Lili" Diana on June 4, following the birth of their son Archie Mountbatten-Windsor on May 6, 2019.

    The UK-based charity, which campaigns to achieve a sustainable population, said the couple were being acknowledged as "a role model for other families".

    A spokesman said: "In choosing and publicly declaring their intention to limit their family to two, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are helping to ensure a better future for their children and providing a role model for other families.

    "Having a smaller family reduces our impact on the Earth, and provides a better chance for all our children, their children and future generations to flourish on a healthy planet.

    "We commend the Duke and Duchess for taking this enlightened decision, and for affirming that a smaller family is also a happy family."

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    THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE CONGRATULATE ASH BARTY AFTER SHE HAS JUST WON WIMBELDON

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    WILLIAM AND KATE ARRIVE FOR WIMBLEDON' LADIES SEMI FINAL

    William and Kate arrive for Wimbledon ladies’ final

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    MEGHAN AND HARRY’S SECRET MESSAGE

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have uploaded a new cryptic message to their supporters urging them to be “compassionate” – after claiming they didn’t feel listened to by the Royals.

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s post on their Archewell website could be taken as a subtle dig at the Firm after their bombshell claims that they “didn’t act” on their concerns.

    Meghan, 39, told Oprah Winfrey during their bombshell interview that she sought help after telling Prince Harry she “didn’t want to be alive anymore”.

    But she said she had been told she would not be able to seek help as it “wouldn’t be good for the institution”.

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    DUKE OF SUSSEX ACCUSED ROYAL FAMILY OF ‘TOTAL NEGLECT’

    The Duke of Sussex has also accused the Royals of “total neglect” in his Apple TV documentary series, The Me You Can’t See.

    Buckingham Palace announced that they would investigate why Meghan wasn’t given support for mental health problems.

    Meanwhile, the couple’s pleas for stories on their Archewell website have come under scrutiny, after Private Eye revealed that the couple could be using them for commercial gain. 

    For every submission there is a Terms & Conditions section which appears to state that Harry and Meg can benefit from it themselves.

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    NUMEROLOGIST PREDICTS BABY NUMBER THREE FOR HARRY & MEGHAN

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are to have a third child – or so their numerology predicts. 

    A leading numerologist, who analyses people’s “numbers” to determine their traits, claims to have worked out exactly what lies ahead for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

    The practise works by matching numbers that represent the letters of a person’s full name, added with a date of birth – and we also have an individual number that will show our traits.

    Heather James, a numerologist for top dating agency Mogul Matchmakers, told Fabulous that they are extremely compatible. 

    She explained: “They definitely have a past life connection. They’ll also work brilliantly in business together. I predict that they will have a third child in three years’ time too – their numbers say it all.”

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    PRINCESS PUSHY

    Meghan Markle upset people from the early days of her joining the Royal Family, a royal biographer has claimed.

    Penny Junor claimed palace insiders told her the Duchess of Sussex was “not as charming as she seemed.”

    “I was hearing very bad stories from early on that Meghan was upsetting people,” she told the ITV documentary, Harry & William: What Went Wrong?

    “She was not as charming as she seemed.”

    Junor went on to say that the Duchess’s approach is not just Californian but “showbiz-y, celebrity.”

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    MEGHAN MARKLE REACHED OUT TO NAOMI OSAKA

    Tennis ace Naomi Osaka has revealed that Meghan Markle reached out to her after she stepped down from the French Open.

    The Duchess of Sussex is one of many famous faces who reportedly wanted to support the young tennis star after she quit amid the controversy over her press briefings.

    Osaka, 23, said that she had an outpouring of support from people in the public eye including Michelle Obama and fellow sports stars Michael Phelps, Steph Curry and Novak Djokovic.

    Speaking to Time Magazine for an Olympic preview issue, the athlete spoke about her decision to boycott media conferences during the French Open, having tweeted that she found the briefings like “kicking a person while they’re down”.

    And the tennis ace said: “There can be moments for any of us where we are dealing with issues behind the scenes. Each of us as humans is going through something on some level.”

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    DUKE OF KENT STEPS DOWN AFTER WIMBLEDON FINALS AFTER 50 YEARS OF SERVICE

    The Duke of Kent plans to step down as president of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, having held the position for more than 50 years.

    The duke, 85, has presented the trophy to Wimbledon champions on more than 350 occasions, with winners including Serena Williams, Roger Federer and Sir Andy Murray.

    The Queen’s first cousin, spoke of being “incredibly proud” to have held the position, while the AELTC paid tribute to his “extraordinary service”.

    The duke said: “It has been an honour to serve this remarkable institution for as long as I have.

    “To have seen this tournament, and the game of tennis, grow and inspire generations over the span of five decades has been an extraordinary experience, and I am incredibly proud to have been part of it.”

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    FOOTBALL FAN WILLIAM WEMBLEY-BOUND FOR ENGLAND’S EURO 2020 SHOWDOWN

    The Duke of Cambridge will be among those hoping to celebrate Euro 2020 glory at Wembley for Sunday’s final.

    William, who is president of the Football Association, has witnessed much of England’s journey through the tournament at close quarters, having cheered the Three Lions to victory at Wembley on multiple occasions already.

    He was present with other dignitaries to celebrate the team’s extra-time victory over Denmark in the semi-final on Wednesday, alongside the likes of former England skipper David Beckham and Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

    The duke was also seen celebrating England’s historic 2-0 victory over Germany in the last 16 stage, where he was joined in the stands by the Duchess of Cambridge and their son Prince George.

    The Aston Villa fan also saw the group D victory over the Czech Republic and the quarter-final demolition of Ukraine, and appears to have worn the same claret-and-blue striped tie to each game.

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    MEGHAN AND HARRY’S SECRET MESSAGE

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have uploaded a new cryptic message to their supporters urging them to be “compassionate” – after claiming they didn’t feel listened to by the Royals.

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s post on their Archewell website could be taken as a subtle dig at the Firm after their bombshell claims that they “didn’t act” on their concerns.

    Meghan, 39, told Oprah Winfrey during their bombshell interview that she sought help after telling Prince Harry she “didn’t want to be alive anymore”.

    But she said she had been told she would not be able to seek help as it “wouldn’t be good for the institution”.

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    LISTEN: PRINCE CHARLES PRAISES HOSPITAL RADIO FOR 'COMFORT AND COMPANIONSHIP IT PROVIDES

    Prince Charles praises hospital radio for ‘comfort and companionship it provides

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    NUMEROLOGIST PREDICTS BABY NUMBER THREE FOR HARRY & MEGHAN

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are to have a third child – or so their numerology predicts.

    A leading numerologist, who analyses people’s “numbers” to determine their traits, claims to have worked out exactly what lies ahead for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

    The practise works by matching numbers that represent the letters of a person’s full name, added with a date of birth – and we also have an individual number that will show our traits.

    Heather James, a numerologist for top dating agency Mogul Matchmakers, told Fabulous that they are extremely compatible.

    She explained: “They definitely have a past life connection. They’ll also work brilliantly in business together. I predict that they will have a third child in three years’ time too – their numbers say it all.”

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    DUKE OF SUSSEX ACCUSED ROYAL FAMILY OF ‘TOTAL NEGLECT’

    The Duke of Sussex has also accused the Royals of “total neglect” in his Apple TV documentary series, The Me You Can’t See.

    Buckingham Palace announced that they would investigate why Meghan wasn’t given support for mental health problems.

    Meanwhile, the couple’s pleas for stories on their Archewell website have come under scrutiny, after Private Eye revealed that the couple could be using them for commercial gain.

    For every submission there is a Terms & Conditions section which appears to state that Harry and Meg can benefit from it themselves.

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    IS THIS HOW MEGHAN MARKLE IS RAISING LILIBET?

    Fans have been going crazy trying to get a glimpse inside how The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will raise their daughter in California.

    Nima Patel, mindfulness expert, certified conscious parenting coach and founder of Mindful Champs, commented on lavish parenting trends likely to be embraced by Meghan.

    She said: “Self-care is set to be an incredibly popular trend for parents throughout the U.S.

    “The pandemic has highlighted the importance of nurturing our own mental health and parents are realising that they need to prioritise their wellbeing after having children.”

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    HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS FOR BUCKINGHAM PALACE GARDENS?

    Tickets for the garden cost £16.50 for adults, £15 for those aged above 60, £15 for students, and £9 for children and those who are disabled.

    Children under the age of five go free, and a family of up to two adults and three children costs £42.

    Group discounts for bookings of 15 people or more are offered.

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    MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY QUIT ROYAL DUTY FOR LA TO BE ‘SOCIAL-IMPACT INFLUENCERS’

    Catherine St-Laurent, who quit her top role after less than a year, confirmed the couple stepped back to become “talented and creative leaders” instead.

    The Duke and Duchess vowed they’d continue with a lifetime of “service” – after the Queen confirmed they’d be stripped of their royal titles after Megxit.

    And now Ms St-Laurent, who left a plum job with Bill and Melinda Gates to work as Harry and Meghan’s chief of staff last year, has revealed their plans for the future.

    “I think they have the potential to be very influential leaders in the social-impact space. I look forward to continuing to be a part of that.” she said.

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    COMPASSION’ MEANS A LOT TO HARRY AND MEGHAN

    The couple have again urged their fans to submit their own personal stories on their Archewell website after launching the initiative early last month, in what could be seen as a slight to the royals.

    Writing on the website they said: “To us, compassion means more than the dictionary definition.

    “It means listening with open ears to the suffering and celebrations of communities and people beyond ourselves.

    “It means taking the time to understand their perspectives, experiences and needs based on what they say, rather than assuming what they need.” Compassion is at the core of everything we do. We hope you’ll join us in building a better world, one act of compassion at a time.”

    Meghan has previously claimed when she reached out for help with the Palace’s Human Resources team, she was told because she was not a paid employee, she could not be supported.

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    DUKE OF KENT STEPPING DOWN AS ALL ENGLAND CLUB PRESIDENT AFTER WIMBLEDON FINALS

    The Duke of Kent is stepping down as president of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC) after holding the position for more than 50 years.

    The Queen's first cousin, 85, has presented the trophy to Wimbledon winners on more than 350 occasions, with recipients including Sir Andy Murray, Roger Federer and Serena Williams.

    He will present the trophies to the winners of this year's tournament for the final time this weekend.

    In 1969, the duke made his first appearance as president, presenting the trophies to Rod Laver and Ann Jones. He has also opened new courts and facilities at the famous tennis venue.

    The duke said: "It has been an honour to serve this remarkable institution for as long as I have. To have seen this tournament, and the game of tennis, grow and inspire generations over the span of five decades has been an extraordinary experience, and I am incredibly proud to have been part of it. I look forward now to watching as the young players of today pursue ever higher standards of excellence, and I shall continue to cheer them on as they do."

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