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King Charles ‘won’t make first move’ in mending Harry rift for key reason, say insiders

Prince Harry’s feud with his father King Charles has gone from bad to worse following Harry’s extraordinary outburst in a BBC interview – and now palace insiders have revealed one of the reasons why the monarch is unlikely to make first move in repairing their rift

Prince Harry with his father King Charles(Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Palace insiders have revealed one of the key factors that could be stopping King Charles from making the first move in reconciling with estranged son Prince Harry. The feud between father and son is believed to have gone from bad to worse in recent weeks after Harry gave an explosive interview to the BBC after losing another court battle over his security arrangements in the UK.

In that interview, he confirmed that things had got so bad between him and his father, that the King, who is still having cancer treatment, will not speak to him and he does not know “how much longer my father has” left. It comes after Harry railed against his family in his memoir Spare, where he criticised his father, branded his stepmother Queen Camilla dangerous and claimed older brother Prince William physically attacked him.

King Charles and Prince Harry at the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022
Father and son are embroiled in a bitter feud (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

Some have suggested that if father and son are to get their relationship back on track, it should be the King to reach out and make the first move. However, a palace insider has told PEOPLE magazine one of the reasons why this has not been the case so far – and they claimed it is because those around the King have not “encouraged reconciliation”.

According to the publication, William has shown “no interest” in repairing the rift, Camilla “stays out of it” while even the King’s most personal aide, private secretary Sir Clive Alderton is “unlikely to push for a personal outreach”.

Respected royal correspondent and author Valentine Low told PEOPLE of Charles: “There is not a good angel in his ear to say, ‘Be a good dad and make the first move’. ” Talking about Harry’s bombshell BBC interview, he added: “It wasn’t meant to be an attack, but it would be seen as one. It makes Charles reach out even harder. “

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Harry during a bombshell BBC interview
Harry during a bombshell BBC interview (Image: BBC)

In his bombshell interview after losing his security case at the Court of Appeal, Harry admitted: “Of course, some members of my family will never forgive me for writing a book. Of course, they will never forgive me for lots of things. “

And speaking previously to the Mirror, editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine Ingrid Seward, said any apology from Harry for his actions in the past will be a long time coming, despite his plea for reconciliation.

She said: “By now Charles is used to Harry’s disloyalty and contradictions. But what he will not be prepared to put up with is his youngest son’s stubborn conviction that he is always right. Harry’s ego is so fragile he thinks the world is against him. He refuses to take responsibility for his actions. If he wants reconciliation, why does he still attack his family?

“If he did say sorry to his father and those he has hurt, he would be admitting he was wrong. Harry has such a weak sense of self he appears incapable of doing this. Harry’s stubbornness will almost certainly prevent him from bringing his wife and children to the UK. At least in the immediate future.

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“He said he realised he had upset the ‘family’ but never once offered to apologise. The King knows this. But he also understands that under Harry’s accusatory exterior, he is extremely vulnerable. “

As King, Charles needs total trust. He is head of state and monarch and that has to come first as Charles vowed at his Coronation. He will be very sad it has come to this. But if he can’t trust Harry, he has to avoid him until such time things change. If they ever do. “

Will Young gives rare update on his ‘wonderful partner’ as he talks about family plans

Will Young, the winner of the Pop Idol, has opened up about his private life after previously mentioning his desire to have a family and possibly adopt children.

Will Young has broken his silence on his ‘wonderful partner’ and family plans(Image: Getty)

Will Young has opened up about his personal affairs and the blossoming hope of starting his own family someday.

The 46-year-old former Pop Idol champion has revealed more about his “wonderful partner” and the enriching life they are leading.

He previously disclosed last year that he wanted to start a family and even consider adopting children. This is heartfelt news.

In an interview The i, Will said that his heart had finally unfurled, attributing this change to overcoming the limelight’s challenges that once complicated his love life, in part due to the relentless paparazzi pressure he said he used to experience, reports Devon Live.

Will Young
Will talked about his potential family plans last year(Image: Getty)

He stated, “I’m in a lovely relationship.” I’m having a wonderful time with my best friend. My heart was closed when I first opened up. Why did my heart “open up”?

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“Meeting the right person. And making the choice to be open to someone. If you’re waiting for that Hollywood moment, you might be waiting for the rest of your life, so you’ve got to make a choice that you want to be in a relationship. I was restricted by the mainstream music industry.

“Being followed by the paparazzi used to be stressful, but it’s just not a thing any more. Maybe it was quite exciting for partners of mine in the past or maybe not; I don’t know, but I don’t think it made dating more difficult.”

Following the release of his album Light It Up, Will shared with Attitude magazine his desire to raise a family.

He stated to the publication, “I’m very interested in fostering. I believe I would be very adept at being emotionally open and valid.

Reflecting on his dating life, Will shared that he, like many others, uses dating apps. He said: “It’s a bit of a lottery. My last boyfriend was off an app. And the person I’m dating at the moment’s off an app.”

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Will has previously discussed his battle with PTSD.

Will has been open about his personal journey, including his battle with PTSD, and how gardening has become a therapeutic outlet for him.

He stated in an interview with the Telegraph that he had just begun working on one of my gardens when I first received treatment for PTSD. I believe that it really helped me get better because I paid it forward.

The simple act of putting my hands in the ground helps because it literally grounds me, my entire body… One small task helps me concentrate on, and it makes me feel calm. It is contemplative.

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Florence Pugh pays homage to NHS nurses in emotional YungBlud music video

In Yungblud’s new music video, Florence Pugh acted as a nurse and gained a lot of praise from NHS nurses for her portrayal of the “dark side” of healthcare.

Florence Pugh appears as a nurse in newest YUNGBLUD music video, praising nurses as angels for their work(Image: Supplied)

YUNGBLUD released his latest music video to newest single ‘Zombie’ starring Hollywood actress Florence Pugh, who opened up about her emotional appearance in the video which pays homage to the efforts of the NHS.

The heart-wrenching video showcases the struggles of healthcare workers, with Florence portraying the overwhelming experience as a nurse consumed by grief, fatigue and the taxing need to remain positive.

The Little Women actress said the decision to work with YUNGBLUD (formally Dominic Harrison) was “the easiest yes” she’d given. She shared her process, saying: “I always try to align myself and my career with people that inspire me. He inspires me but in an even more important way because his soul, authenticity of who he is and what he’s making is so electric and full of love”.

Florence claimed that the song “made]her] leap at the chance of collaborating” and that the shoot “was a dream” with the singer working with her “as hard as she was working with him.” That is truly legendary leadership.

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Florence in scrubs in hospital ward, bent over in exhaustion and grief
The music video begins with nurse Florence bent over in grief, head in hand(Image: Youtube/YUNGBLUD)

The Marvel star has since taken to Instagram to share her love for the project, posting a thread of images that has since received a million likes. She captioned the post, writing: “I believe in everything YUNGBLUD stands for and am absolutely inspired by how he uses his art and his voice. Being part of his music video for ‘Zombie’ feels surreal to me”.

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Florence then explained that the unplanned duo “have been trying to find something to work together for a while” and that Pugh only needed to persuade them to fit the project into her “insanely busy schedule.”

Florence Pugh gains her wings, in scrubs looking choked up
Pugh is gains her wings through her struggle as a NHS nurse surrounded by emotional cases (Image: Youtube/YUNGBLUD)

“I haven’t known him for long but I’m just so proud of this beautiful British talent,” Florence said before thanking the singer “for making this love letter to nurses all around”. The music video in question hitting 1.8 million views on YouTube in three days.

The moody scenes of Florence smiling amongst patients and being crushed by the emotional turmoil of nursing perfectly complement Zombie’s British Rock sound.

Cavell Charity’s Instagram shared nurses’ comments, one reading: “As an oncology nurse, this made me ugly sob in a ball in the corner. I have cried on my bathroom floor over a patient I lost and cried happy tears with a different patient as they ring the bell after finishing chemo in the same day.

This portrayal of both the darkest and most joyful moments we go through is stunning because nursing is one of the hardest but most rewarding professions. I appreciate this.

Pugh breaking down in the bath
The video shows parallels of Pugh ‘in real life’(Image: Bing)
Pugh breaking down in the bath with angel wings
… And her with angel wings(Image: Bing)
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No one ever talks about what happens behind a professional mask, according to another nurse, whose experience spans 23 years. We are also human.

“We all want someone or something to comfort us no matter how we are right now or who we become in the future. But it’s f***ing scary,” shared YUNGBLUD, who’s inspiration was originally his grandmother “going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before”.

Stacey Solomon shares heartbreaking update over dog’s devastating diagnosis

Following the announcement earlier this year that Teddy needed an operation after discovering he had a health condition, Stacey Solomon has updated fans about his health.

Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy following his operation earlier this year(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

TV presenter Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy after it was discovered earlier this year that he had a health issue. He ended up having an operation and Stacey previously said that he “might not ever fully recover”.

Stacey, 35, announced in April that Teddy had an operation after it was found that he had a “predisposed condition”. She told her followers on Instagram at the time that he had become “suddenly unwell” prior to the procedure.

The family have since kept fans updated on their canine companion in the weeks since then, including a post shared by Stacey last month after Teddy returned home. As reported at the time, she said he had suffered a burst disc and “lost the use of his back legs”.

Stacey has now updated the article. She noted in a post posted this afternoon that Teddy “never gets the feeling back” in his legs, adding that he “never will get the feeling back” in his legs. He will also need assistance with walking and urinating, according to her.

Stacey Solomon's dog Teddy lying down.
Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy following his operation earlier this year(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

She titled her post, “Teddy update. Many of you have inquiries. It appears that Teddy will need our assistance with urinating, assisted walks, and physio forever after his vet appointment.

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The vet was “extremely pleased” with Teddy’s happiness, according to Stacey, and also expressed his satisfaction with how well we were managing his bladder, physiotherapy, and other aspects of his health.

She came to the conclusion that while she was sad for Teddy, she was also confident that Joe and I could give him the best possible love. This new adventure is therefore unavoidable. However, because we are so in love with Teddy, we will simply keep trying and try our best to find new ways to make sure he stays healthy and happy for as long as possible.

Stacey Solomon cradling her dog Teddy.
Stacey has kept fans updated on Teddy following the discovery of a health issue(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

Two months after Stacey revealing that Teddy needed surgery, Stacey released the most recent update. In April, she first shared the news on the platform along with images of herself holding him while the experience unfolded.

She later said to her fans, “Our beloved Teddy. On Thursday, Teddy suddenly became ill. He turns out to have a predisposed condition because he was a rescue.

Stacey continued, “He has had incredible vet operations, and the next three to four days are crucial for him to recover. Even then, he might not ever fully recover.” We are working so hard to ensure that he survives and that we can care for him as best as we can to ensure that his life is the best it can be.

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She mentioned the devastation her family is experiencing in the situation in her final post. We are all utterly devastated, she wrote. He is the sweetest, most loving, and protective dog. Our family has him. and far too young to experience this.

She wrote, “We love you, Ted, in a message.” Thank you so much. Without you, Pepper Cottage is far too quiet. My toilet buddy is missing. Without his closest friend, Peanuts would be so depressed.

Holly Willoughby dealt major ‘blow’ as Celebrity Bear Hunt ‘axed’ by Netflix

Big Zuu, Shirley Ballas, and Mel B. Willoughby and Bear Grylls were the stars of Netflix’s Celebrity Bear Hunt, which was first aired earlier this year and was co-hosted by Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls.

There’s speculation over the future of Netflix’s Celebrity Bear Hunt(Image: Ray Burmiston/Netflix/PA Wire )

Holly Willoughby’s huge Netflix show, Celebrity Bear Hunt, is said to have been axed, just months after it was launched. It comes just weeks after Bear Grylls proposed a major format change for the series.

Celebrity Bear Hunt, which launched on Netflix in February, saw twelve celebrities hunted down by Bear, 50, whilst out in a jungle in Costa Rica. Described as a “brutal game of cat and mouse,” the eight-part series was fronted by Holly, 44.

The show was met with praise from some viewers following its release on the streaming platform four months ago. Fans expressed hope for a second season at the time, and Bear recently teased over the prospect himself just last month.

It’s now claimed that Celebrity Bear Hunt has been “axed” by Netflix. Although it performed well in terms of ratings, it was expensive to produce, according to sources.

Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls, both with mud on their faces, in a selfie.
Celebrity Bear Hunt, fronted by Bear Grylls and Holly Willoughby, launched earlier this year(Image: hollywilloughby/Instagram)

Everyone on the show was “absolutely gutted,” according to a source who spoke to The Sun. They continued, “But it was completely untenable given the overall cost of travel, insurance, and, of course, securing big-name talent – even after they considered making more of a budget show and filming closer to home.

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Holly or Bear are neither in any doubt, and executives are now trying to come up with a different method to showcase their talents. It’s a real blow to Holly because it’s the most recent show to have time called, but she’s a professional and is aware that sometimes this is how things turn out.

“She’s got a number of other exciting projects in the pipeline; that’s showbiz, after all.” It, however, comes just weeks after Bear, who was also an executive producer on the show, hinted that a second season could undergo a format change in line with Netflix’s apparent focus on live content. He was asked about the show’s future by Dermot O’Leary on BBC Radio 2 on May 17.

Bear made fun of the fact that the show’s creators were “figuring out” its future after the launch in an interview that morning. He expressed reassurance over the possibility of Celebrity Bear Hunt returning as a live broadcast on Netflix.

Big Zuu in a promo photo for Celebrity Bear Hunt.
Big Zuu won the reality TV competition, which was released through Netflix(Image: Ray Burmiston/Netflix/PA Wire )

Bear responded to Bear when asked if he would like to do “more” of the show, “Yeah, god willing.” At this moment, we are just sort of figuring everything out. We’re considering doing what. “.

He continued, “We’re probably going to be doing it live”! He made a further teasing over the possibility by saying, “Which Netflix has never done before. It would be extremely cool. Real, real, “hunt ’em down”!

The debut season of Celebrity Bear Hunt featured twelve celebrity contestants, with most of them eliminated throughout the series as part of the competition. They included Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas and the Spice Girls’ Mel B.

Rapper Big Zuu won the show, with the TV personality named the winner in the eighth episode. Presenter Steph McGovern and singer Una Healy, who rose to fame in the Saturdays, were runners-up.

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Anti-ageing Medik8 SPF cream hailed for not leaving ‘sticky or heavy residue’ is on sale

If you’re looking for a skincare gem that battles visible signs of ageing while also protecting your skin from UV damage through the summer and beyond, look no further than this Medik8 cream

Anti-ageing Medik8 SPF hailed for not leaving ‘sticky or residue’ is on sale(Image: Getty)

Step up your skincare routine with a multi-tasking cream from the cult-favourite beauty brand Medik8, and save some cash at the same time. This Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+ works to tackle visible signs of ageing while also protecting against future damage that can contribute to complexion woes.

Normally retailing for £59, this anti-ageing SPF cream is currently on sale at Lookfantastic with a whopping 20% off, saving shoppers £12.

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Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+
This Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF50+ currently has £12 off(Image: Lookfantastic)

The daily hydrating day cream with SPF50+ PA++++ protects the skin from UV rays and pollution and banishes signs of premature ageing. Defending against the sun’s rays, the Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect keeps your skin safe from UVA/UVB rays, blue light, infrared light, and pollution.

The formula utilises advanced UV filters to deliver high-performance protection against sunlight. Encapsulated photolyase, an enzyme derived from plankton extract, helps to minimise the visible signs of ageing caused by UV rays, such as fine lines, crow’s feet, wrinkles, and dark spots.

The moisturiser uses the brand’s unique 360° environmental shield. Its formula contains blueberry seed oil and carnosine, which work to prevent skin damage from oxidative stressors. The cream also contains hyaluronic acid and squalane, which hydrate the skin, leaving it feeling protected and nourished all day long.

During Medik8’s tests, 94% of users agreed that the Advanced Day Ultimate Protect leaves the skin feeling moisturised all day, perfect for this time of year when the warmer, drier weather leaves skin parched and in need of nourishment.

Over at Lookfantastic, plenty of customers have shared their love for this skincare gem. One 5-star reviewer writes: “Very happy to use this daycream, not only because of its spf but also for his hydrating. Even though it is a cream rather than a lotion , my foundation still goes on smoothly and not greasy. It’s a winner.”

Further praise comes from this shopper who says: “Like all medik8 products, it’s perfect! Easy to apply, rich moisturiser and it’s giving full protection from harmful rays. It’s still lovely as a base for foundation and doesn’t feel greasy at all on my combination skin. It’s my second tube and I’m a big fan.”

A third buyer beams: “Love this moisturiser with sunscreen. It works and my skin feels great and protected all day. Highly recommend for someone who is short of tine in the morning.”

And even more accolades come from this customer who raves: “I do have hyper sensitive skin and getting rushing from everything, this cream is the only one that works for me- no break outs! Will buy again, it gives skin light summer glow and protection is perfect. Definitely recommend!”

A fifth gushes: “I have used various other SPF 50 sunscreens previously and they have always had down sides such as being too greasy on the skin or not sitting well under make-up. Not with this one! This is absorbed very quickly and feels extremely hydrating yet non-greasy! No pilling under make-up either! Well done Medik8!”

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And this shopper shares: “My go to sunscreen! Keeping me young forever! I love the fact that it has PA++++ which protects my skin from the screen damage!”