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The Prince and Princess of Wales fiercely guard time with their children at Adelaide Cottage – the home they see as their private sanctuary.

The couple live in the five-bedroom home on the Windsor estate with their three children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis – as well as their beloved family dog, Orla, the cocker spaniel. They’ve called Adelaide Cottage home for almost three years now, with only a few snippets of what goes on behind closed doors. However, on one outing, William seemingly lifted the lid on what happens at bed time with him and Kate with them often joined by one of their family members – Orla, the dog.

William made the revelation as he petted a wellwisher’s dog during a visit to Duchy College in Cornwall last year. As he chatted to Louise Harland and stroked her dog Jacks, she says that the prince told her that Orla often sleeps on the bed alongside the royal couple.

Louise told Hits Radio Cornwall: “]William] said that his little dog sleeps on the bed with them at night, with him and Kate. ]He was] absolutely in love with my little dog. He asked what breed he was and he’s never met one of those breeds, he’s a Cockerjack, so he’s a little bit of a unique combination”.

Orla is not the family’s first pet. William and Kate’s previous dog Lupo – a wedding present from Kate’s brother James – died in November 2020.

In 2022 she featured in a beautiful photo with Princess Charlotte that was released to mark her seventh birthday in May and joined William and Kate at a polo match in 2023.

Meanwhile, it also seems the Wales family have other animals too. Last year, William visited Woodgate Valley Urban Farm, where he got to meet a range of animals – including some very cuddly guinea pigs. The prince got to pet them and was also allowed to brush the fur of one called Snowflake. And he told some of those he met at the farm: “These guys are pretty cool. We’ve got guinea pigs at home and they are not like this.

” I have to spend my life cleaning out the guinea pig cage because the children forget to do it. And then they run off because you have to handle them all the time, that’s why these ones are so calm. The ones we’ve got at home, they’re off. You have to keep them constantly stroked and looked after. “

Dave Mallow, best known for his role as the villain Baboo in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, has passed away at the age of 76.

Dave portrayed Baboo, one of Rita Repulsa’s henchmen, in the popular 90s series. His character was a fan favourite among viewers of the show. Aside from his work on Power Rangers, Dave provided voices for various video game characters, including roles in the Warcraft series. He also voiced characters in Digimon: Digital Monsters, further establishing his versatile voice acting career.

Reports from TMZ confirm that Dave passed away on Tuesday while in hospice care at the MonteCedro Senior Living Community in California. A source close to the actor shared that his health had been steadily deteriorating in recent years. In addition to his acting work, Mallow was a talented writer and director, contributing to several anime projects throughout his career.

Dave ‘ s contribution to the entertainment industry will be remembered by fans and colleagues alike, particularly for his memorable role in Power Rangers.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was filmed from 1993 to 1995. The original series ran for three seasons, with the first episode airing in August 1993. It became a major success and sparked numerous spin-offs and adaptations in the years that followed.

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A great deal has been said about Meghan Markle’s new lifestyle series on Netflix. While many fans have been lapping up the recipes and glimpse into Meghan’s life behind the scenes, the eight-part show has received some brutal reviews following its release – and now one of Meghan’s former friends has spoken out.

Nick Ede, a popular culture expert, knew Meghan when she was starring on Suits. He has now shared his thoughts on ‘ With Love, Meghan’, and revealed the one aspect that really upset him.

Speaking on the ‘ A Right Royal Podcast’, Nick remarked: “I always look at everything I do…saying to myself, ‘ Do you care? ‘ and the first thing I did when I watched it was say, ‘ No, I don’t care’. There was nothing about it that I cared for”.

He continued: “I didn’t care about the way I felt I was being almost patronised, I didn’t care for the way that the guests were treated, I didn’t really care about the takeaway tips, I felt they were all pretty patronising.

” Especially the one about wrapping a present and using the side to make sure the edges are sharp. You know that kind of thing is so basic I felt almost patronised by Netflix for actually making me endure this for quite a few hours. “

But not everyone agrees. Royal expert Jennie Bond previously told the Mirror:” I think she will justifiably feel annoyed that her plans have drawn such criticism. But I guess she’s used to it by now. I think it’s ridiculous to suggest she’s copying other people. First of all, there’s very little in the media world that is original.

“And secondly, she started out as an influencer – and a very successful one – so it makes perfect sense for her to return to one of her strengths. I think the Netflix publicity is rather to blame, suggesting that this is something new, when the idea of cooking and chatting with friends and celebrity guests has been around for years. But there’s nothing wrong in Meghan giving her own take on a well-used format”.

An expert, meanwhile, has warned that Meghan has just two options if she wants to move past the backlash. The show had been viewed as a make-or-break moment for the Sussexes, who signed a multimillion-pound deal with Netflix in 2020. However, it has already been revealed that it will be returning for a second season in the autumn since filming has already taken place.

PR expert Ed Coram-James told the Mirror that Meghan can now either do nothing or completely re-evaluate her role in the show. He explained: “On With Love, Meghan, the duchess is glowing, surrounded by seemingly close friends and family, in stunning Montecito, which she calls home. She seems happy — it’s her passion project — she’s experimenting and is lucky enough to have the resources and platform to share her passion.

” Some people have compared her to Brooklyn Beckham, not knowing his forte, but experimenting with everything from cooking to photography, and I don’t think this is a bad thing at all.

“Perhaps she simply won’t care about the reviews and expected bad feedback if she has any self-awareness. It might be best to simply ignore them and continue doing what she does best: making headlines as she continues her journey post-royal life”.

But Ed, CEO of Go Up, believes that the poor reviews will sting for Meghan and she should attempt to “reframe the narrative”. He explained: “Meghan has experience pivoting in the media — take her Oprah interview, for example, where she took ownership of her own story.

” Moving past these reviews will require her to lean into her authentic self even more, perhaps by showing up more prominently in the content and being more transparent about her involvement. She’s recently returned to Instagram but could be doing more with it, such as taking her audience behind the scenes of her work. “

The second season of With Love, Meghan is set to be released in the autumn, and has already finished filming, according to Netflix. Meghan celebrated the news on her Instagram Stories, sharing a video showing her wearing a hat with the writing” lettuce romaine calm “on, grinning, and then turning and putting her hands in the air.

With Mother’s Day on the horizon now is the time to start planning exactly what to get the women in your life. Whether they’re your mum, mother in law, step mum or a mother figure, it’s the perfect opportunity to show them that you care.

If you’re after some inspiration, Giovanna Fletcher has got you covered. The author and host of Happy Mum Happy Baby podcast has teamed up with Wild &amp, Bloom to share some of her favourite Mother’s Day gifts you can shop from the site, including flowers, hampers, jigsaws and sweet treats – all of which can be delivered straight to their door.

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Giovanna said: “As a mum to three brilliant boys, I know how precious time is. That’s why I love how Bloom &amp, Wild makes it ridiculously easy to send something meaningful to the women who’ve shaped my journey through motherhood – even when I can’t be there in person”.

For the edit, Giovanna picked 11 different gifting options, which are perfect for saying thank you, offering some support, or just encouraging the women in your life to take some “me time” in their busy lives. As Bloom &amp, Wild is known for its beautiful bouquets that can be delivered straight through a letterbox, it’s no surprise that some of Giovanna’s picks include some beautiful floral arrangements.

One of her favourite bouquets was The Phoebe, £50, which features a collection of sunflowers, carnations and roses. Giovanna said: “I adore sunflowers – whenever I see them growing in my garden it makes me so happy. So this year I’m sending Mum this sunny bunch, to give back some of that joy and care that she shows me, all year round”.

Another beautiful bunch of flowers she chose was The Hope, £34, which features 21 stems including irises, tulips and snapdragons. It’s also a meaningful gift that gives back, with Giovanna saying: “Everyone’s journey to motherhood is different – there are highs for sure, but also lows. So I love that £1 from every sale of The Hope is donated to Tommy’s, helping support mums through pregnancy and baby loss”.

As well as bunches of flowers, some of Giovanna’s other picks included The Mini Mother’s Day Hamper, which includes prosecco-flavoured gummies, a mini bottle of fizz and some sweet treats like strawberry meringues and buttery shortbread biscuits. For more mindful mums, the Mindful Jigsaw Gift Set comes with a spring-themed puzzle as well as some tea and biscuits for a blissful night in.

Elsewhere, Marks &amp, Spencer has also released its range of Mother’s Day gifts, including a breakfast in bed hamper and a pink prosecco afternoon tea. You can also pick from other gifts like cosy jumpers, perfumes and stylish homeware.

Any fans of Olivia Attwood will likely see that there’s one handbag she reaches for time and time again—so much so that she has similar designs in various colours to perfectly accessorise any outfit. But it seems her true everyday bag is her black Hermes Berkin Bag, which retails for around £22k to £23k—which doesn’t make it overly accessible for those of us who don’t have Olivia’s budget.

But that doesn’t mean you can’t emulate her style for less, thanks to this pick from Dune London. Boasting the same black leather, gold hardware, multiple handles and straps, and a convenient size for everyday use, this Long-Handled Shoulder Bag may be the easiest and cheapest way to copy the Hermes Birkin Bag trend without breaking the bank.

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The Define Black Long-Handled Leather Shoulder Bag from Dune London is designed with two leather buckle straps threaded through gold hardware that fastens with a matching gold front-facing turning clasp, matching the simple but luxe detailing of Olivia’s favourite Berkin.

Beautifully crafted from genuine leather, this bag features a contrasting tan suede interior for an extra dash of opulence on the inside and outside. The interior boasts two compartments divided by a central slip pocket with a flap closure, which makes it an ideal go-to for those who carry their whole life in their bags or prefer plenty of space to keep their belongings neatly organised.

The bag also comes equipped with a convenient side pocket, which includes a chic removable mirror that matches the interior lining, ideal for those who need to stop for make-up touch-ups or hair checks while on the go.

This indulgent bag is complete with four feet on the bottom to protect the base, so no need to worry about scuffs or stains whenever you place your new bag down. This accessory also comes armed with the addition of a detachable long cross-body strap that allows you to style this bag multiple ways, whether you carry it by the hand straps like Olivia or opt for hands-free, which is super useful when you’re on the move, this bag can meet your needs no matter what.

This bag retails for £169 and measures slightly larger than the Hermes Birkin Bag, allowing for even more storage capacity for your essentials. If you’re shopping for alternatives and don’t mind spending a bit more, you can pick up this Demellier Hudson small textured-leather tote from Net-A-Porter for £459.

And if you’re on a budget, we’ve found some even cheaper alternatives. At Next you can buy this large black tote bag for £48, while at New Look, you can buy this Press Loves Black Leather-Look Buckle Tote Bag for £29.99.