GENEVA (AFP) – Despite calls for ceasefires and compassion amid the Covid-19 pandemic, violence and persecution have continued to force people from their homes, with record numbers now displaced, the UN said Wednesday (Dec 9). By the end of 2019, 79.5 million people were living uprooted and displaced, including nearly 30 million refugees – more […]
Transgender people competing in elite sport have created new rules, made people take sides and like any competition, what is a defeat for some, is a win for others. It’s over 40 years since the first high-level transwoman athlete stepped out in front of a crowd, but the debate still goes on – is allowing […]
Meghan Markle and Harry 'need to earn a lot of money' says Levin Details of the awkward encounter in 2018 have resurfaced after last night’s variety show, which was held in front of a virtual audience due to coronavirus restrictions. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who was pregnant with Archie, met Gary Barlow, Howard […]
Meghan Markle and Harry 'need to earn a lot of money' says Levin Details of the awkward encounter in 2018 have resurfaced after last night’s variety show, which was held in front of a virtual audience due to coronavirus restrictions. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who was pregnant with Archie, met Gary Barlow, Howard […]
Princess Diana found Sandringham tradition 'hard' says expert In 1985, Diana shocked those who attended the event by taking to the stage to perform a dance to Billy Joel’s Uptown Girl. Dancer Wayne Sleep, who performed the duet with her at the iconic venue, recalled the unique moment. He told the Guardian in 2017 how he […]
Prince Harry: Military links returned in ‘due course’ says expert The Duke of Sussex called the move an “amazing step forward” and “furthers the global leadership” of the UK’s armed forces. The military training is set to begin on April 1 and will help “protect and strengthen the potential and resilience” of the British army personnel. […]
Prince Charles and Camilla visit National Gallery in London The Prince of Wales delivered his address at the start of Tuesday night’s show to thank the “talented” performers for their dedication. Singer and comedian Jason Manford hosted this year’s variety show which took place at the Blackpool Opera House in the Winter Gardens Complex. Due to […]
Queen joined by William and Kate and Windsor Castle Queen Elizabeth II, 94, is the longest-reigning monarch in British history and has helped boost the nation’s morale during a very difficult year. On Tuesday evening the Queen joined senior royals at Windsor Castle for their first en masse appearance since the pandemic began. The royals […]
Furlough scheme 'hasn't helped farming industry' says Bradshaw The UK must secure third country listing with the EU before the transition period is over, the National Farmers Union (NFU) has warned. Vice President Tom Bradshaw spoke to Express.co.uk about why being granted this licence was “absolutely critical” for post-Brexit Britain. The EU’s Chief Negotiator Michel […]
Kate Middleton gives thanks to parents and carers Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, has been on a whistle-stop tour of Britain with her husband Prince William to thank all those who have been working on the frontline during the coronavirus crisis. During their trip, it was also revealed that Kate had been in contact with an […]