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Prince William and King Charles Send Birthday Wishes to Prince Harry Amid Ongoing Rift

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Prince Harry turned 40 on September 15.
- King Charles and Prince William publicly wished Harry a happy 40th birthday.
- The birthday wishes were shared on the royal family's official social media accounts.
- This was the first public acknowledgment of Harry's birthday since 2021.
- The posts by King Charles and Prince William were seen as olive branches.
- Harry celebrated his birthday privately in Montecito, California.
- Harry's estrangement from the royal family began in 2020 when he stepped back from official duties.

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Queen Camilla Gives Short Update on King Charles' Health

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Queen Camilla gave a rare update on King Charles' health, saying "he is doing very well" amid his cancer treatment.
- King Charles was diagnosed with an undisclosed cancer in February after treatment for an enlarged prostate.
- Camilla officially opened the new Dyson Cancer Centre in Bath this week, which offers comprehensive cancer care for 500 000 people.
- The multimillion pound center was built with public donations and government funding, and is part of Royal United Hospital.
- This was Camilla's first official event after the summer holiday.
- Camilla shared light-hearted moments with patients and staff during her visit to the cancer facility.
- King Charles and Princess Kate reduced public engagements this year due to their cancer treatments.

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King Charles 'Axes Prince Andrew's Security Over Royal Lodge Dispute'

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King Charles III has ended Prince Andrew's private security at Royal Lodge by October's end, The Sun reports.
- Prince Andrew, 64, has lived at the $38m Royal Lodge since 2004.
- A royal insider told the publication that Charles had made the decision after Andrew refused to downsize to Frogmore Cottage.
- Andrew's Met Police protection was cut in 2022 and Charles has been funding his private security since then.
- Andrew has been facing eviction pressures due to financial issues and scandalous ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Previous requests by Andrew for publicly funded security were denied.
- Uncertainty remains if Andrew will find new housing or fund his own security.

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King Charles 'Giving Prince Harry the Cold Shoulder'

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Prince Harry and King Charles are not on speaking terms, according to People.
- A source told the publication that Charles, 75, has stopped taking his son's calls and is not responding to his letters.
- The estrangement apparently stems from Harry's dogged attempts to protect his wife and children, including through the courts, after their UK police protection was withdrawn.
- In a recent ITV documentary, Harry, 39, expressed fear of negative press leading to a violent attack on his family, saying his wife Meghan Markle would not return to the UK due to potential threats.
- Despite a meeting in February following Charles' cancer diagnosis, communication between father and son has become nonexistent.
- During Harry's visit to the UK in May to celebrate the Invictus Games, his father was notably absent from the ceremony.
- The family rift began in 2020 when Harry and Meghan stepped back from their royal roles.

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Taylor Swift Reacts to Southport Stabbing Tragedy

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Taylor Swift has expressed shock over a knife attack at a dance workshop in Southport, England.
- The horrific incident, which took place on July 29, resulted in the deaths of three children and injuries to nine others.
- The attacker, a 17-year-old male, struck during a Taylor Swift-themed event at a dance studio.
- Swift conveyed her sympathies to the families impacted by the "horrendous trauma" of the attack.
- "These were just little kids at a dance class," she said. "I am at a complete loss for how to ever convey my sympathies to these families."
- Community members and fans have now rallied, raising more than £200 000 ($260 000) in support for the victims' families.
- The incident has not been deemed terror-related, and the motive behind the attack remains unclear.

Prince William's $30m Annual Salary Revealed from Duchy of Cornwall Estate Report

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Prince William received a staggering $30m from his first full year's income from the Duchy of Cornwall estate for the financial year 2023-24, according to a new royal annual report.
- As the Duke of Cornwall, Prince William's expenses are covered by the Duchy of Cornwall, a $1bn estate established in 1337 by King Edward III to support the heir to the throne.
- Prince William's income surplus of £23.6m ($30.4 million) covers official, charitable and private expenses for himself, Kate Middleton and their children.
- Prince William became Duke of Cornwall when King Charles III ascended the the throne in 2022, taking over the vast estate that spans 130 000 acres across England and Wales.
- Updates to Prince William's patronages include new roles at the Football Association, Welsh Guards Charity, Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association, and more.
- The Duchy of Cornwall aims to grow income while maintaining value, become a net zero estate by 2032, advocate for mental health, and address homelessness in Cornwall under Prince William's leadership.
- The annual report from the Duchy of Cornwall revealed the financial details of both Prince William and Prince Harry, shedding light on their respective incomes and inheritances.
- William's brother, Prince Harry, is set to inherit $9m on his 40th birthday on September 14 from a trust created by the Queen Mother.
- Meanwhile, Prince William has refused to make public the tax he pays on private income from his extensive property portfolio, in contrast to King Charles.
- King Charles himself will receive an extra £45m pay rise in his official income due to profits of more than £1bn from the crown estate, which supports the British royal family.

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