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Since his father, King Charles, acceded to the throne following the passing of his mother the Queen in September 2022, Prince William has been the Duke of Cornwall for just over two years.

The Royal Family, particularly King Charles and Prince William, have experienced significant changes in recent years. With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022, Charles ascended to the throne, while William inherited the title of Prince of Wales.

Along with this new role, William also became the Duke of Cornwall, taking on the stewardship of the Duchy of Cornwall estate, a responsibility his father had held for over five decades. In the ITV documentary ‘Prince Charles: Inside the Duchy of Cornwall’, viewers witnessed an unprecedented glimpse into Charles’s deep connection with the estate.

And the documentary featured a heartfelt scene in which Charles was clearly moved by William’s prediction for the estate’s future.

William is spotted talking about the private estate with second-generation farmer Mervyn Keeling during the program. William reflected on how he might end up with the Duchy in the future and what he will do with it. I believe the family perspective is very important, and I believe it to be.

A clip of Charles, who shared his emotions during a conversation between his son and a farmer, was shown to the audience. He admitted, “I couldn’t believe it when I saw it.” What he said touched and moved me greatly. I was completely tears-inducing, to be honest. Really, it did. I was suddenly struck by the realization that hearing only from him had made the previous 50 years worthwhile.

William has taken on full control of the Duchy of Cornwall and is beginning to make an impression on it now that he has the title of Duke of Cornwall. William became a patron of the Duchy of Cornwall-supported charity We Are Farming Minds, which helps farmers who are struggling with isolation and mental health issues, earlier this year.

After Sam attempted suicide in response to his struggles with his mental health, he was accompanied by his founders, Duchy tenants Sam and Emily Stables, who had just opened Folly Farm on their Hertfordshire farm in 2020. William and Emily Stables were also there when William and Emily Stables made their way to the 250-acre nature reserve.

The couple met William and the Princess of Wales in 2023 and took them on a tour of their Kings Pitt Farm in Aconbury to discuss the charity. William joined Sam, Emily and Hope for a fireside chat about mental health in front of a group of 60 from the next generation of duchy tenant farmers.

The session was a part of a brand-new initiative to inspire young farmers to plan for things like succession planning. William, who is the Duke of Cornwall, is the landlord of the diocese’s farmers.

His new patronage strengthens the duchy’s rural mental health strategy, which was launched in 2023 and aims to make it the nation’s top provider of mental health care to all of its residents.

With the onset of summer weather, Boden’s “hardworking” linen dress is the ideal opportunity to invest in some summer wardrobe staples.

A (well-deserved) sunny summer is on the horizon thanks to lightening nights, persistent 20-degree and above days, and blue skies. And, in our opinion, a fashionable, light linen dress is essential for the wardrobe.

We believe we have found the ideal summer dress for all occasions at Boden. The £136 Anna Linen Tiered Midi Dress is more expensive. Boden is currently offering 15% off full-price styles with the code PQ4D, which reduces the price by more than £20 from the original price.

The sleeves have a stylish puff design, and the dress is soft linen with a shoulder smocking detail. The best part is… You can go hands-free by putting your phone, card holder, and keys in the side pockets of the tiered skirt, which has side pockets so you can forgo your bag (if you want).

There are also eight different color options, with options for petite, regular, and long.

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Customers have been raving about the high-quality material and fit, while also praising the timeless style, which they say will never be out of style. Beautiful feminine dress, according to a satisfied customer. My 18L fits exactly like my size. This is “hard working” intelligent clothing for everything that never dates. Outstanding design and quality of Boden.

This dress, according to another commentator, will be very useful because it’s appropriate for weekend, weekend, and holidays. I’m 5’3″ and a size 10, so the regular size was ideal for me. The slightly high waist and lack of a zip result in a slightly flat stomach, and the elastic at the back keeps things comfortable. I’m pleased that this dress has pockets because the linen feels good.

The main drawback was the low cut of the necklines, which made this inappropriate for a more modest dresser or someone who wants to avoid getting their chests out.

Customers have also been a fan of New Look’s Linen-Look Shirred Waist Midi Shirt Dress, which costs just £33.99 and is ideal for summer office wear if that is too much trouble for you.

Meghan, a writer of shopping, has been surviving the high temperatures in this heatwave with her new Whisper fan, which she raves about because it’s so quiet I can use it anywhere during the day or night without even realizing it.

We are all looking for ways to stay cool as the heatwave continues, especially as summer draws near. If you can open windows, make sure there is a breeze inside, but a fan is probably the best way to keep your room cool and comfortable. And I have one in my possession that might be my all-time favorite fan.

The lack of variety in terms of speed and airflow, and the limited noise output that limits how much and when you can use them, are two of the biggest issues with fans. Both of those problems are eliminated by my new Duux Whisper Flex 2 fan. This intelligent fan offers a wide range of fan speeds and positions, promising a whisper-quiet sound that makes it ideal for leaving at night and during the day. Additionally, it comes with voice control, a remote control, and an app, which means you can alter the fan settings without even entering the room.

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I’ve kept this impressively quiet fan running since it arrived. Since the heatwave seems to be here to stay for a while, this fan has been a lifesaver throughout the day and night. For those wondering, the setup of this fan could not be easier. The parts are conveniently labelled to help during the construction, and the instructions provided are simple and easy to follow. I had mine put together in under ten minutes.

The standout feature of this fan, which has so many amazing features to discuss, was the almost unheard, low sound it makes while running. The more sound is created, of course, but it’s so minimal that I’ve managed to sleep with it running at a high setting while it’s still on. This fan has the perfect airflow at a remarkablely low volume, with no annoying rattling or whirring noises.

There is a designated sleep setting that works best for those (like me) who prefer to go to bed in the dark when it comes to sleeping with this beauty on. There is no extra light keeping you awake when the fan’s base’s light-up touchpad is set to sleep mode, which means that the fan can be dimmed and turned off. With the remote and the app, you can set up a timer so your fan doesn’t turn on continuously throughout the night. This is ideal for those who like to sleep cool but don’t need it all night.

As I’ve mentioned already, this top-notch fan has WiFi connectivity and is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, so you can control the fan using your voice or take advantage of the handy and super easy to set up Duux smart app, that lets you adjust the fan’s speed, oscillation and set that timer. For those who don’t want to download the app or don’t have access to Google Home or Alexa, the fan does come armed with a simple remote control, as well as the intuitive touch panel, which lets you control your fan just as easily.

The Whisper Flex 2 standing fan has three speed options to choose from, which is handy during this spring heatwave because some days days have been chilly and others have been chilly, and it also has a natural wind mode. Multiple oscillation presets on the Whisper Flex 2 allow you to precisely control airflow throughout the room, ensuring you can choose the ideal setting. You can easily aim the breeze at your bed, desk, sofa, etc. with the vertical oscillation setting of 45° and 90°, and the horizontal oscillation can switch between 30°, 60°, or 90°.

The versatility of this flexible fan allows it to easily switch between a 54 cm desk/table fan and a 92 cm floor-standing fan, making it easily a transition from your office to your bedroom. It’s incredibly light and maneuverable, making it easy to move the fan from one room to another without any issues. Plus, it has a handy handle feature on the back of the fan, making it even easier to carry.

Reality TV star Katie Price is reportedly “upset” by hurtful online accusations that her boyfriend, MAFS UK star JJ Slater, is really her.

Katie Price and her younger boyfriend JJ Slater raised eyebrows when they started dating last year, and they’ve since been plagued by split rumours. Last week, the couple appeared to bury any traces of each other on social media, and many fans were quick to accuse them of “faking” their relationship.

The pair announced their romance in 2024 and from the outside at least, the pair seem to have enjoyed a drama-free courtship. However, the rumour mill went into overdrive last week when they both appeared to reshuffle their Instagram pages and bury the relationship on their respective feeds.

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Fans have called their relationship “publicity driven”, with comments like “What a sham” and “I think it’s a fake relationship” written on some of Katie’s most recent Facebook snaps of her and JJ. The rumours and comments are deeply hurtful to the mum of five, our source claims, and have even left her in tears.

The rumors that Katie’s relationship is a “sham” are really hurtful, according to them, and Katie has shed tears over it. She wants a fairytale romance because she loves JJ and believes he is unique from her other ex. She has endured a lot of trauma throughout her life and still does so today.

The former glamour model, who turns 47 on May 22, also recently shared intimate details about her mental health andpast toxic relationships, and heartbreakingly revealed that while Married At First Sight star JJ has some amazing boyfriend qualities, she still doesn’t feel free or at her “most happiest”.

Speaking about JJ, 31, Katie said: “He’s the most kindest, genuine, easygoing, chilled person. But do I feel my most happiest and do I feel free? No. It’s not a reflection on him, maybe that’s what I need to change for myself.”

According to our source, Katie’s admission that she still feels “happy” is telling, and while her connection to JJ is genuine, she struggles to truly accept it. Katie used to have a drama-filled relationship, but she really finds it difficult to be both calm and content with a partner, they told us.

On Paul Brunson’s We Need to Talk podcast, Katie also acknowledged that she still needed to unpack some very painful things, such as “Being strangled, spat on, holes, being punched in the wall, name calling, etc..”

Another hot topic was her relationship with Peter Andre, 52, which started after their stint on I’m A Celebrity in 2004. Discussing the breakdown of their four-year marriage, which came after the births of their children Junior and Princess Andre, Katie reiterated her claims that she didn’t want the relationship to end, and it was Peter’s suspicions about her cheating that drove them to split.

“Well f*****g divorce me,” I said at this point. And I can recall that day because I and the kids flew to the Maldives that day. It was all on Sky News, and it wasn’t at all mutual when I was at the airport that day. I then changed my statement to read, “I don’t want to split with Pete; Pete is splitting with me.”

She also made the surprising confession that she and Peter, who went on to marry Emily MacDonagh in 2015, have never talked about what happened. The source maintains Katie’s relationship with the Mysterious Girl singer still weighs heavily on her and could be part of the reason why she’s not feeling her happiest, or ‘free’, with JJ.

“Katie doesn’t feel she’s had closure with Pete, and that’s hard because they have two children together, so they’re tied together forever,” they claim. “When they split up, it wasn’t what Katie wanted, and that’s been hard for her to handle. Hopefully, she’ll keep working on herself, which she’s doing, and get her fairytale.”

Emmma Chawner, who gained notoriety on The X Factor in 2007, has taken to social media to share her impressive 16 stone weight loss. 17 years after her memorable audition, Chawner.

One of The X Factor’s most memorable contestants, Emma Chawner, has wowed fans by showcasing her incredible 16 stone weight loss. At the tender age of 17, Emma became a talking point when she and her family had a notorious run-in with judges Simon Cowell, Dannii Minogue, Sharon Osbourne, and Louis Walsh following her rejection from the show in 2007.

Now at 35, Emma has undergone a remarkable transformation, proudly stating that her significant weight loss was achieved without any surgical procedures, a fact she confirmed during an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine in 2019. Emma took to Instagram to post jaw-dropping before-and-after photos, one with the caption: “5years down and 16st 4 lost im still losing it but very slow now.”

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Her followers responded with “Fantastic, you look amazing,” and “You look so beautiful and pretty!” Remember that gender, weight, and age cannot be used to determine weight. Your beauty has always been apparent. I’m pleased to see you! “Bless you love me”

Emma confided in Lorraine, who had previously offered to help her family with their weight loss journey, sharing that the turning point for her was the death of her pet dog and the emotional strain from her parents’ split. Sadly, Emma’s mum passed away at the age of 73 in January 2024, and her dad died in December of the same year.

Emma emphasized her unwavering resolve during a conversation with Lorraine: “I’ve done it all myself. I had diabetes and was constantly out of breath.

She refuted rumors that she had had weight-loss surgery and said she wanted to lose some weight. She said, “I’m happy with how I am, and it’s not far to go.”

Emma first tried her luck on The X Factor in 2007 only to face stern rejection. Not one to give up easily, she braved the stage again in 2009 with her sister Samantha, who has recently got married.

Emma was dealt yet another blow by the panel’s four no’s, with Cheryl saying, “Emma, I have to say, you’re definitely more confident when you’ve got your sister with you.” Unfortunately, nothing else has truly improved.

Emma joined her family for Lorraine Kelly’s Big Fat Challenge in an effort to lose weight after her singing dreams were temporarily shattered. She credits a 30-day detox and good habits like avoiding snacks and consuming plenty of water for her weight loss after the show.

Emma claimed that her size was hereditary before joining Lorraine’s program and consulting with diet experts. She argued that this was not related to what I ate. It’s because my family has inherited the family’s genes. My sister is also big, my dad is big, and my mother is also big. Nobody in our house is “slim.”

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