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The Princess of Wales will join the state banquet during the French state visit tonight – marking her first one back since her cancer diagnosis. The King and Queen will host French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte in a lavish dinner at Windsor Castle as part of the leader’s state visit.

It will be staged in the medieval St George’s Hall and the King will stress the vital partnership between France and the UK in the face of a “multitude of complex threats”, declaring “as friends and as allies, we face them together” in a speech. Kate, who is in remission from cancer, had not been confirmed to attend the white tie dinner, where royal ladies are expected to wear tiaras and formal gowns. However, Kensington Palace has now said the princess will be there later alongside her husband Prince William.

Last year during the Qatar state visit to the UK, Kate attended the day time events, but did not attend the state banquet at Buckingham Palace with the rest of the Royal Family. She last made an appearance at a grand royal dinner 20 months ago in November 2023, in honour of the South Korean president.

It will mark the end of a busy day for the Prince and Princess of Wales who were on hand to greet Mr and Mrs Macron at RAF Northolt this morning as they touched down in the UK.

Kate carried out the royal duty just days after opening up about her ‘rollercoaster’ cancer recovery, its life-changing impact and putting on a “brave face” last week.

She channelled diplomatic royal dressing choosing to wear French fashion house Christian Dior for the celebratory occasion. Her earrings belonged to Diana, Princess of Wales and the pearl necklace was from the late Queen’s collection.

The Christian Dior jacket is the 30 Montaigne Rose Des Vents Bar Jacket and a piece from the 2024 collection. It was reimagined by Maria Grazia Chiuri, who was inspired by the original first created in 1947 by Dior himself. Kate’s hat was by Jess Collett.

The president warmly shook the William’s hand and held onto his arm as they chatted. Mr Macron then took the princess’s hand and delivered a gallant air kiss towards it.

On travelling to Windsor, King Charles and Camilla warmly greeted the French leader and the first lady on a specially constructed Royal Dais near the town’s Windsor and Eton Riverside train station, with the castle in the backdrop.

The French guests were driven in a ceremonial carriage procession through streets of Windsor lined with troops from the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, the British Army and the Royal Air Force. Crowds gathered in the town centre, decked in the French Tricolor and British Union Flags as the procession made its way to Windsor Castle. Bands from all three services played music to honour the visiting nation and celebrated centuries of combined history with the UK.

The procession finished in the Quadrangle of Windsor Castle, where Nijmegen Company Grenadier Guards and F Company Scots Guards provided a large Guard of Honour with two State Colours on parade. The King then led the President from the specially constructed dias to inspect the troops in the Quadrangle as the Massed Band of the Grenadier Guards and the Scots Guards played ‘L’Entente Cordiale’.

Following the Inspection, The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, The Captain’s Escort of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment and the foot guards Guard of Honour marched past The King and The French President as the Massed Band played ‘Hielan Laddie’ and ‘The British Grenadiers’. The troops exited the Quadrangle via King George IV Gate and returned to Barracks.

State banquets have moved from the Buckingham Palace ballroom to Windsor for the next few years while reservicing work at the London royal residence continues and starts to affect the state rooms.

Kate has attended a handful of engagements in recent months including Trooping the Colour, the annual Order of the Garter service and a visit to a V&A storage facility in London. But she missed Royal Ascot in June after seeking to find the right balance to public appearances following her cancer treatment.

The Prince and Princess of Wales looked as loved up as they found time for several tender moments during the first day of the French president’s visit to the UK

Prince William and Princess Kate shared several secret loved-up moments during the first day of the French state visit. As the Prince and Princess of Wales joined to meet the French president Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, the royal couple stole a brief moment of intimacy.

William and Kate met with Macron at the RAF Northolt before heading to Windsor Castle, where the French leader received an official welcome and later joined King Charles to inspect the Guards of Honour. As the official welcome ceremony began, William and Kate were snapped having a sweet moment together, as William held his wife’s hand in support as she walked down the stairs.

The royal couple then stood together under a marquee as the inspection of the guards took place, as Kate put a loving hand on William’s back while she smiled brightly at her husband.

The small but charming moment caught the attention of royal fans, who were quick to comment on the rare intimate exchange on social media. One fan wrote: “Such beauty, character &amp, class. They are a charming couple”, while another person added: “What a sweet moment they shared”!

Others were quick to point out the stark contrast between the loved-up royal couple and the seemingly tense Macrons, who have had a number of awkward moments on the first day of the state visit.

In only a matter of hours on the first day of the state visit, French president Emmanuel Macron was seemingly snubbed on two separate occasions by his wife Brigitte.

As the couple disembarked their private jet, Brigitte rejected taking her husband’s hand to steady herself on the stairs, instead using the handrail and ignoring Emmanuel’s help.

Later in the day, as the Macrons walked into Windsor Castle alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla, Emmanuel once again reached for his wife’s hand in an affectionate moment, only to be dismissed once more.

Today marks the first day of the three-day state visit, with Macron and Brigitte also joining King Charles and Queen Camilla for a viewing of the Royal Collection exhibition at Windsor Castle later.

The King and president will both deliver speeches at a state banquet this evening in the medieval St George’s Hall at the Castle, where some 160 guests will be seated at the elaborately decorated 50 metre table, which will run the full length of the vast room.

Macron’s trip marks the first state visit to the UK by an EU head of state since Brexit, and has also saw Macron address parliamentarians in the Palace of Westminster’s Royal Gallery and, on Thursday, he will join a UK-France Summit at Downing Street.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signalled a “reset” in relations between the UK and Europe as he looks to heal the wounds caused by the Brexit years.

Defence, growth, security, migration and French tactics on tackling small boats will be discussed, with the two leaders expected to dial in to speak to other allied nations who are looking to support any future peace deal in Ukraine.

The presenter denies any of the allegations, making them the subject of new misconduct allegations from 50 more people. Following an investigation into alleged misconduct, the presenter was fired from his MasterChef position.

According to BBC News, 50 people have now contacted the station with fresh allegations involving Wallace. Wallace has firmly refuted every claim. People who saw Wallace on a variety of shows and settings are said to have made the new claims. The majority of women claimed that he made inappropriate sexual comments, while the other half claimed that he did so.

One woman claimed that Wallace allegedly removed his pants in front of her, changing her name to Alice. She remarked that it was “disgusting and predatory” behavior. When Wallace allegedly groped her, another woman, Sophie, claimed she felt “absolutely horrified” and “quite sick.” A witness on BBC’s Sunday Kitchen who claimed Wallace touched her groin under a table before filming is said to be among the others who have come forward.

A university student claimed Wallace reached up her skirt and pinched her bottom after she asked for a photo with him in a club she had been friends with in 2013.

At a junior employee’s claim that he dropped his trousers and wasn’t wearing underwear, a woman alleges that Wallace touched and groped her at an industry event in 2014.

Several men have reportedly claimed to have witnessed Wallace making inappropriate sexual remarks. A 19-year-old MasterChef employee is said to be one of the young people who has recently complained about Wallace’s comments about her body in 2022.

In 2023, a former police officer reportedly tried to contact the BBC about concerns about Wallace’s sexually inappropriate language. Young female freelancers who claim they did not feel like they could complain about Wallace without having a negative career impact are a large number of the complainants.

Alice claimed she did raise concerns during her time on MasterChef between 2011 and 2013, but that they were later dismissed. Without any underwear on, Wallace allegedly dropped his trousers without any underwear on her.

The woman claims that a senior Shine producer told her that she was not being “Jimmy Saviled.” In a 2012 photo shoot, a different woman, named Anna, claimed Wallace pulled his trousers in front of her.

She claimed she could see that he wasn’t wearing underwear, but she felt it was too young to file a complaint. After being enraged by Wallace’s social media post last year, Anna has made the decision to speak out.

He claimed that “a few middle-class women of a certain age” had made the allegations against him. Wallace allegedly shoved his way into her hotel room, according to a publicist named Esther, who was speaking to the BBC.

She claims that he removed his clothes and questioned, “Exactly what do you do?” Esther claimed Wallace climbed into her bed and slept, claiming she told him she wasn’t interested.

The woman claimed she was unsure of what to do and opted to lie on the edge of her bed while wearing her clothes. When Wallace woke up and said she had a “nice arse,” Wallace allegedly placed his hand on her bottom.

Wallace made the decision to speak out before the publication of the Silkins report, which I do not take lightly in a lengthy Instagram statement today. However, I can’t sit back and watch as my reputation is further tarnished as a result of my 21 years of faithful service to the BBC. The Silkins report has now dispelled the most outrageous and outrageous accusations I’ve been accused of.

After conducting a thorough and thorough investigation for six months, it was discovered that the most damaging claims, including those made by public figures, were unsubstantiated.

As Gregg continues, the lengthy statement accuses the BBC of “peddling sensationalized gossip masquerading as properly corroborated stories” and exonerates me of all the serious allegations that made headlines last year. It also finds me primarily guilty of using inappropriate language between 2005 and 2018. I am aware that some of my humor and language were occasionally inappropriate. I sincerely apologize for that. But I’m not the caricature being sold for clicks.

According to insiders, the father-of-three’s legal team has received an early steer in the Silkins report’s official release date of Thursday. A number of complaints were made about the BBC show last year, including allegations of touching an assistant’s bottom on the program.

Gregg resigned from the role after his attorneys vigorously refuted the allegations, saying that he engaged in sexual harassment. Gregg’s lawyer insisted that “it is completely false that he acts in a sexually harassing manner.”

An investigation into allegations against Gregg Wallace was ordered by Banijay UK, according to a BBC spokesperson. We won’t make any comments until the investigation is finished and the findings are released.

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As Sir Rod Stewart fought health issues days before his scheduled performance, there were concerns that the Glastonbury Festival might have arrived too soon.

Sir Rod Stewart’s wife, Penny Lancaster, has opened up about the condolences her husband’s husband expressed following a significant accomplishment in his distinguished career.

The legendary singer made a significant comeback last month with a triumphant appearance at the Glastonbury Festival after a difficult few weeks.

Due to health issues forcing him to reschedule and cancel several performances prior to the event, Sir Rod’s eagerly awaited return to the prestigious Pyramid Stage was shrouded in uncertainty.

In the run-up to the festival, he informed his fans via Instagram that he had to postpone and cancel some of his US tour dates, suffering from what Penny referred to as the “worst” kind of flu “you can get.”

He announced the cancellation of three Las Vegas shows and one in Lake Tahoe, while his June 12 performance in Rancho Mirage, California, and his June 15 gig in Paso Robles, California, were moved to September 20 and 21, reports Edinburgh Live.

However, Hello! mentioned in a recent conversation. In a statement from the magazine Penny, Sir Rod admitted to her that he initially feared he wouldn’t make it until Glastonbury because he didn’t think I would be well enough. My voice isn’t working, so I tried it out.

On June 29, Sir Rod Stewart triumphantly returned to Glastonbury, dominating the Legends Slot on the Pyramid Stage.

Penny Lancaster was there to celebrate his performance, describing him as having the “biggest grinning face” and congratulating him with a heartfelt “You did it,” as he came off stage.

Without wasting any time on the side, Sir Rod politely and affectionately remarked, “I couldn’t have done it without you.”

Following Sir Rod’s separation from his ex-wife Rachel Hunter, the couple’s romance first started in 1999. On June 16, 2007 in the picturesque Italian village of Portofino, they exchanged vows after an eight-year courtship.

Sir Rod is currently gearing up to resume his global tour despite having undergone what she described as the “worst” flu.

Unsurprisingly, the Wimbledon quarter-finalist is regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time and has incredible bank balance to match his incredible accomplishments.

Novak Djokovic is no stranger to Wimbledon’s Centre Court, winning the tournament seven times and now he’s taking on Italian and 22nd seed Flavio Cobolli in the quarter finals as he attempts to lift the famous trophy once more.

On Monday, BBC tennis commentator John McEnroe jokingly suggested the legend could “retire on the spot” if he played another set as badly as his opening one against Alex de Minaur in the fourth round, which he lost 6-1.

However, the Serbian stormed the game and previously stated that he believes he could win more Grand Slam titles in 2028, which might be his last year of eligibility.

Novak is already regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, regardless of whether he wins the Wimbledon title this year or not.

His net worth is staggering, making him one of only three men to win a career Golden Slam, which includes winning four global Grand Slams and the Olympic gold medal…

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The 38-year-old tennis player, who is married to Jelena Djokovic and has two children, Stefan and Tara, has won a whopping £138 million in prize money for singles and doubles competitions around the world during his career.

He has won 40 ATP 1000 titles, including the first two Grand Slam victories, and he is the only player to have won all ATP 1000 tennis tournaments twice to claim the career golden masters.

Novak’s net worth, however, is much higher, at £193 million. This includes significant brand acquisitions, including Sergio Tacchini’s ten-year sponsorship deal, which the player held until 2009.

He signed a five-year brand ambassador contract with Uniqlo in 2012, which was reportedly worth just under £7 million per year, and he ended his contract with Uniqlo in favor of Lacoste.

Mercedes-Benz and Seiko are also included in the list of famous brands associated with Djokovic. He generated an incredible £40 million in sponsorships alone between June 2018 and June 2019.

The founder, who once owned a vegan restaurant in Monte Carlo, Monaco, and developed a line of nutritious food items, is a foodie enthusiast.

And the Serb’s family is represented by his hospitality-focused family-run business Family Sport, which also deals with events, sportswear, and real estate.

The Novak Djokovic Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps children from underprivileged backgrounds, is where the UNICEF Good Will Ambassador likes to give back when it comes to his money.

As a shopping writer I’ve tried out a lot of fake tans, but this Isle of Paradise one is so good I’m stocking up on multiple while it’s in the Prime Day sale

As a naturally pale girl achieving a natural tan can be quite the challenge. It requires hours of sunbathing and given the UK’s notorious lack of sunshine, coupled with the risk of skin damage, it’s just not worth the hassle for me. However, I still like to have that ‘ I just got back from holiday glow’, and after having tried many different fake tans over the years, I always come back to one.

The tan in question is the Isle of Paradise Express Self-Tanning Mousse. And as Amazon Prime Day (s) has officially kicked off, I’m taking it as my opportunity to stock up for the rest of year.

Originally priced at £21.95, this mousse is now 35% off, bringing its price down to a slightly more wallet-friendly £14.49. It’s not very often I spot this particular fake tan on offer on Amazon, so I’m very happy to see it in the sale.

I’m not much of a planner, often leaving important details, like fake tanning for an event, to the last minute so an express tan is a must-have for me, and I think this one is the best.

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I do have other favourites such as St Tropez’s Express Bronzing Mousse , currently £25.50 at LookFantastic, and Loving Tan’s 2HR Express Mousse, priced at £36.95. However Isle of Paradise’s comes out on top for me.

Developing in as little as 30 minutes, this tan is ideal if you’re short on time but still want that holiday glow. The formula dries almost instantly, so there’s no sticky and awkward waiting-around moment or stained clothes. It’s also packed full of hydrating hyaluronic acid and brightening vitamin C so it leaves the skin feeling soft and nourished.

On top of that, it uses clever colour-correcting tech to avoid any dreaded tangerine tones, resulting in a natural-looking and streak-free tan that will have your friends asking if you’ve just got back from a tropical holiday. The only issue I sometimes find with this tanner is that the pump can become faulty, resulting in the product coming out too liquidy rather than as a mousse.