PR-inside.com Press Releases Free Services http://www.pr-inside.com/ Copyright 08 pr-inside.com royal-news Royal News (PR-inside.com) The statue, which was revealed yesterday (17.05.07), shows her looking towards Buckingham Palace standing alongside the statue of her husband, the late King George VI. The statue will be mounted on a stone plinth off London's Mall and it'll be accompanied by panels showing scenes from the life of the Queen Mother and King George. A palace spokesman said: 'It is intended that the statues will show the king and queen at the same age, mounted on plinths simply inscribed with their names and the years of their births and deaths. However, their separation in the composition reflects the fact that Queen .. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:59:38 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-statue-commemorating-the-life-of-r128387.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-statue-commemorating-the-life-of-r128387.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 22-year-old prince has told friends he hopes he could go to the war-torn country on a covert operation, following the announcement on Wednesday (16.05.07) that he would not be deployed to Iraq because of specific threats to his safety. A source told Britain's Evening Standard newspaper: 'He says he may still go in secret when the furore has calmed down. Apparently it will be just for two or three weeks at a time and publicly passed off as training abroad.' Harry's unit, A Squadron of the Blues and Royals regiment, have already flown out to Iraq to begin their six-month .. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:58:40 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-could-still-serve-r128386.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-could-still-serve-r128386.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The bitter rivals will take on each other in the one-day international called 'The Friendship Cup' at Glasgow's Citylets Titwood ground on July 3. Charles joined forced with the British Asia Trust to organise the event to mark the 60th anniversary of India and Pakistan's independence. The fixture will be broadcast across Asia to billions of viewers, with 5,000 tickets on sale for £44 each through an online ballot and 1,000 corporate seats available. Clarence House said the event would raise £2.5 million for charities in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the UK. Lalit Modi, vice-president of the Board of Control for .. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:58:38 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-invited-the-r128385.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-invited-the-r128385.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 81-year-old monarch will sit down to a traditional Kashmiri banquet of lamb kofta, masala fish, karahi okra, poppadums and pickles, when she visits Huddersfield on Thursday (24.05.07), which has a large Asian population. It is believed to be the first time the queen - who is said to have a liking for plain food - has sampled such Indian delicacies during a royal engagement. One royal courtier told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'It's the first time in my experience that the queen has had an Indian lunch on one of these visits.' The feast - which is also being prepared for .. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:57:39 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-is-to-be-r128384.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-is-to-be-r128384.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 22-year-old officer, who was said to be devastated after being told it was too dangerous for him to fight in Iraq, has been told to 'lie low' while his unit are serving on the front line in the war-torn country. Aides close to the prince, famed for his partying, believe there will be public outcry if Harry is photographed enjoying a wild night out as his A Squadron colleagues fight for their country. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'It has been made clear that these drunken nights are strictly off limits. Harry totally accepts how bad it would look .. Fri, 18 May 2007 15:57:38 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-reportedly-been-r128383.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-reportedly-been-r128383.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) In a rare candid moment, the royal couple spoke openly with reporters at a news conference on Monday (14.05.07), ahead of their trip to the Baltic States, Britain and Sweden. The emperor, 70, who is a keen scientist, said: 'There is nothing that comes to mind that I would like to hide my status to do.' But he confessed he often wishes he had more time to do research and 'take long walks'. His wife, the empress, admitted she often fantasised about becoming invisible. The 72-year-old described an incident when she wanted to attend an art exhibition, but had been .. Tue, 15 May 2007 19:03:35 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/japan-s-emperor-akihito-and-empress-michiko-r125154.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/japan-s-emperor-akihito-and-empress-michiko-r125154.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, attended a nature reserve opening in Wiltshire yesterday (14.05.07). The royal couple are keen gardeners and showed their support by donning some gardening gloves to help with some planting. Charles, 58, who is well known for his love of nature and horticulture, opted for a bright purple pair of gloves, while Camilla chose a more traditional green. The orchids planted by the prince and his wife will contribute to a wealth of plants hoped to flourish in the 96-acre Oaksey reserve. Charles, who is father to Princes William, 24, and Harry, 22, .. Tue, 15 May 2007 19:03:34 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-and-camilla-the-r125153.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-and-camilla-the-r125153.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) William, 24, has set up his profile under the name William Wales and has posted a picture of himself in sunglasses and ski hat. The prince has 44 friends listed on his page, including Alexandra Aitken, daughter of disgraced Tory politician Jonathan Aitken, along with many of his fellow students from Scotland's St Andrew's University. The prince's former girlfriend Kate Middleton is also listed as a friend. One of William's pals Edward Blunt has posted a photo of the prince playing polo, next to which the young royal has written 'Think that's more like it, although I didn't pot it'. His friend replies: 'You .. Tue, 15 May 2007 19:02:35 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-created-his-r125152.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-created-his-r125152.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Army officials are planning to let a Ministry of Defence (MoD) film crew follow the young royal during his posting to the war-torn region, with footage set to be shown on TV and the internet. It is hoped the film, dubbed 'Desert Prince', will prove a valuable weapon in the propaganda battle with insurgent groups, who have been using footage of hostages and British aircraft wreckages as material to highlight their cause. An MoD spokesman told reporters: 'We need to consider how we are going to handle the huge interest in prince Harry. Operational Security remains of paramount importance.' Army .. Mon, 14 May 2007 17:15:35 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-is-to-have-r123432.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-is-to-have-r123432.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 48-year-old ex-servant's rant included a damning interpretation of Prince Harry's impending posting to war-torn Iraq, which he branded a publicity stunt. Burrell told an undercover investigator for Britain's News of the World newspaper posing as a businessman: 'Harry is a wild card - a liability. It's going to cost the taxpayers a lot to keep him safe in Iraq. It's just a PR exercise - because when he comes home he'll be a hero. 'He's off to war, to fight for queen and country, he's in the armed forces and has to go. 'But he won't be on the front line. They'll .. Mon, 14 May 2007 17:15:34 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/paul-burrell-the-former-butler-of-r123431.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/paul-burrell-the-former-butler-of-r123431.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The two brothers carried umbrellas as they lined up with other Army officers for the Combined Cavalry Old Comrades Association Parade annual parade. Harry got the giggles as he saluted his aunt Princess Anne but was less than amused when it began to pour with rain as traditional protocol barred the parading troops from opening the umbrellas they carried. Last year Harry marched with his colleagues from the Household Cavalry's A Squadron, but yesterday many were absent as they had already been posted to Iraq. The prince's initial deployment was delayed as military chiefs were concerned he would be a 'trophy target' for .. Mon, 14 May 2007 17:14:34 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-donned-r123428.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-donned-r123428.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The pair became secretly engaged at Christmas and were thought to be on the verge of making their wedding plans public. However, champion equestrian Zara has decided to delay an officially statement so she can concentrate on training for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. It is thought that Zara, the daughter of Britain's Princess Anne, came to her decision after discussions with her father Captain Mark Phillips. A source told Britain's The Mail on Sunday: 'She is focusing all her efforts on bringing home the gold medal. As far as her father is concerned, her career is the most important thing. 'Her mother Princess Anne .. Mon, 14 May 2007 17:14:33 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-and-fianc-mike-r123427.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-and-fianc-mike-r123427.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Bishop of Salisbury David Stancliffe believes letting Harry enter the controversial conflict would threaten the royal family's traditional stance of keeping out of political issues and maintaining purely positive roles in promoting foreign relations. The bishop told Britain's The Sunday Times newspaper: 'The Iraq war has divided the country in a way no other issue has in modern times. 'In these circumstances, can it be right for any member of the royal family, even if they are serving officers in the British Army, to be asked to enter this conflict directly?' Bishop Stancliffe, who has been one of the country's most .. Mon, 14 May 2007 17:13:34 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-top-church-of-england-bishop-r123424.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-top-church-of-england-bishop-r123424.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko were photographed at Tokyo's Yakumo kindergarten, where they joined youngsters in special fun and games. The usually poised and regal looking couple looked at home and relaxed with the playful children. The royal couple's ease could probably be put down to their experience with their four grandchildren - who range in age from eight months to 16 years old. Empress Michiko, dressed in an elegant suit, helped one little boy with his building blocks, while her husband admired the handiwork of another pupil who was busily putting a train track and station together. The couple are set to take .. Fri, 11 May 2007 15:17:32 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-emperor-and-empress-of-japan-r121728.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-emperor-and-empress-of-japan-r121728.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince walked through woodland in pouring rain to reach the historic mining site in the east Cornwall village of Kelly Bray, which has achieved global status. Charles said in a speech at Cotehele House: 'Less than 200 years ago this area was a powerhouse of technological innovation and industrial progress and physical reminders of this period could be seen across the countryside of Cornwall and west Devon. 'Cornwall has dominated the hard rock mining world for nearly 100 years and Cornish mining, miners, engines and engineers came to represent everything that was dynamic and innovative in the early days of the .. Fri, 11 May 2007 15:17:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-praised-local-r121727.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-praised-local-r121727.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Camilla, the wife of Britain's Prince Charles, did not accompany her husband to Cornwall's Holmbush mine at Kelly Bray, as she was concerned about over-exerting herself so soon after her hysterectomy operation in March. A Clarence House spokesperson said: 'The duchess has only just returned to carrying out public engagements and is doing so gradually.' Camilla - who cancelled all her royal engagements for six weeks after her surgery - was able to join Prince Charles in the afternoon to visit the fishing villages of Kingsand and Cawsand. During the walkabout, the couple popped in for a drink at an 18th .. Fri, 11 May 2007 15:16:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-was-r121722.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-was-r121722.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The US company has accepted the country's request to remove 12 clips on video-sharing website YouTube - owned by Google Inc. - that were interpreted as mocking their revered king. The government blocked access to YouTube on April 4 and threatened to sue the company on charges of lèse majesté - an offence against the monarchy - if they did not agree to take the clips down. Vissanu Meeyoo, from the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology, said: 'We decided not to sue Google because it has agreed to cooperate in removing 12 video clips from the YouTube website.' One clip features .. Fri, 11 May 2007 15:16:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-thai-government-has-dropped-plans-r121723.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-thai-government-has-dropped-plans-r121723.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Queen Elizabeth's dress sense has been criticised by a New York journalist during her recent state visit to the US. New York Post columnist Cindy Adams launched a scathing attack on the 81-year-old monarch's choice of attire for her week-long tour. Adams wrote: 'Forget the hats, shoes, hairdo, wardrobe, armpit-length gloves and schlepping that stupid, black, long-strap, hanging handbag that must have her bus tokens, mad money, cellphone and keys to the kingdom, and we won't even discuss the bad bra. 'But please, is no one in England whispering, 'Your Maj, hon, a multimillion-dollar tiara does not go with plastic, drugstore .. Fri, 11 May 2007 10:12:32 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-s-dress-sense-r121382.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-s-dress-sense-r121382.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The king arrived in Copenhagen on a Swedish naval ship yesterday morning (09.05.07), accompanied by his wife Queen Silvia and oldest daughter Crown Princess Victoria. Cannons were fired from a battery in the harbour to salute their visit. Denmark's Royal Family, headed by Carl Gustaf's cousin Queen Margrethe, greeted the visitors together with representatives from Denmark's government. The Swedish King and Danish Queen then inspected the Royal Life Guard, who were wearing their traditional read coats and bearskin hats. Denmark's Crown Princess Mary, who recently gave birth to her second child, was not present at the welcome ceremony, but met the Swedish royals later .. Fri, 11 May 2007 10:11:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/sweden-s-king-carl-xvi-gustaf-has-r121381.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/sweden-s-king-carl-xvi-gustaf-has-r121381.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The brunette beauty - who split from the prince last month - has won a junior position in Jigsaw's design department, after just six months of working as an assistant jewellery buyer for the popular high street fashion chain. A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: 'A lot of people have been moved as part of a major shake-up. Now she might even design her own line. That would be exploiting her name, perhaps, but they would make a fortune. 'I don't think they would have done this if she's still been with William, because it looks like favouritism.' Kate joined the .. Fri, 11 May 2007 10:10:32 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-s-ex-girlfriend-kate-r121380.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-s-ex-girlfriend-kate-r121380.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The Oscar winning actress - who played Her Majesty in 'The Queen' - says she was forced to turn down a private dinner invitation from Buckingham Palace because of contractual work commitments. Dame Helen - who was filming 'The National Treasure: Book of Secrets' in South Dakota - released a statement yesterday (09.05.07), saying: 'I was honoured to be invited to dinner at the palace. 'This was a gracious gesture and very appreciated by me. It was therefore hard to have to decline. I was contracted on that date to be working in South Dakota, in a situation which was impossible to .. Fri, 11 May 2007 10:10:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/dame-helen-mirren-has-denied-snubbing-r121379.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/dame-helen-mirren-has-denied-snubbing-r121379.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Denmark's Prince Frederik and Princess Mary have released the first official photos of their two-week old baby daughter. The proud parents posed with their baby princess and her brother 18-month-old Prince Christian for a series of touching family portraits. One of the heart-warming images shows Christian smiling at his baby sister, while another shows Frederik and Mary gazing adoringly at the infant royal. Photographer Steen Brogaard, who shot the pictures at Fredensborg Palace, praised the family and said little Christian was brimming with excitement about showing off his sister. He told reporters: 'I asked where the baby was and he said straight .. Wed, 09 May 2007 17:56:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-frederik-and-princess-mary-r119407.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-frederik-and-princess-mary-r119407.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The Army brothers - who are both second lieutenants in the Household Cavalry - will walk alongside each other in the annual Combined Cavalry Old Comrades Association Parade in London's Hyde Park this Sunday (13.05.07). The princes' will wear City suits, black bowler hats and carry umbrellas for the memorial service, reports Britain's Daily Mail newspaper. The tradition uniform reflects the 'proper order of dress' which applied before World War I. Harry will be marching without his fellow soldiers from the Blues and Royals A Squadron, who have been deployed to Iraq. The 22-year-old's posting to the war-torn country has been delayed by defence .. Wed, 09 May 2007 17:56:29 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-will-r119406.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-will-r119406.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The tomb of the Biblical King Herod has been found, an archaeologist has claimed. Hebrew University expert Ehud Netzer said the tomb was discovered on a hilltop in the Judean Desert, where the tyrant monarch had built a palace compound. No skeletal remains were located at the Herodium site, near Jerusalem, but relics of a limestone sarcophagus - a type stone coffin - were found. Ehud, who had been working at the site since 1972, told reporters yesterday (08.05.07): 'It's a sarcophagus that we don't just see anywhere. It is something very special.' Stephen Pfann, an expert from the University .. Wed, 09 May 2007 17:55:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-tomb-of-the-biblical-king-r119404.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-tomb-of-the-biblical-king-r119404.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The queen and husband Prince Philip visited Maryland's NASA Goddard Space Flight Centre as part of their official royal tour of the US and were introduced to three space explorers based 250 miles above them in the International Space Station. British astronaut Michael Foale - who gave Her Majesty a guided tour of the flight centre - explained the orbiting space station was directly over the US and would be positioned over Britain soon. The queen replied: 'That is wonderful.' During the live video conference, US astronaut Suni Williams - who has been in space for five months - told the queen .. Wed, 09 May 2007 17:55:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-spoke-to-r119403.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-spoke-to-r119403.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The couple - who were first spotted together at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin - cheered as they watched Monaco's football team play French rivals Marseille on Sunday (06.05.07). Charlene's relationship with the prince was thought to have cooled off as they have not been seen in public together for some time, reports the Hello! website. However, the 29-year-old blonde's notable absence from some of Monaco's key social event, such as March's Rose Ball, could well have been because she is focusing on her sporting comeback after 18 months off. Charlene - who is said to have impressed Albert's family with discreet .. Tue, 08 May 2007 18:45:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/prince-albert-of-monaco-treated-south-r117974.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/prince-albert-of-monaco-treated-south-r117974.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The royal - who passed away in 2002 aged 71 - liked the cockney musical duo so much she even invited them to dinner. Chas Hodges, who formed the successful artistic partnership with David Peacock, told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'Princess Margaret was a big Chas and Dave fan. 'She invited us to dinner and we sat either side of her - I was in awe. 'She loved the Diddlum song.' The princess - the younger sister of Queen Elizabeth - was known for socialising in celebrity circles and her fun-loving nature. Last September, her ex-husband, society photographer Lord Snowdon, decided to include a .. Tue, 08 May 2007 18:45:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-late-princess-margaret-was-r117975.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-late-princess-margaret-was-r117975.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Buckingham Palace and other royal residences have stopped the sale of postcards bearing Diana's image in line with their rule dictating that only cards featuring current members of the royal family should be sold. The move comes despite predictions that the postcards of Diana - who was killed in a tragic Paris car crash on August 31, 1997 - would be hugely popular as the country approaches the 10th anniversary of her death. It has been suggested by critics that the royal family were uncomfortable with the prospect of the Diana cards outselling those featuring her former mother-in-law Queen Elizabeth. Alan Berry, co-founder .. Tue, 08 May 2007 18:44:29 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/postcards-featuring-britain-s-late-princess-r117972.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/postcards-featuring-britain-s-late-princess-r117972.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Prince William has received a marriage proposal from topless model Michelle Bass. The former 'Big Brother' contestant has set her eye on the newly single 24-year-old prince - who ended his four-year relationship with Kate Middleton last month - and hopes to be Britain's first pin-up princess. The 26-year-old reality TV star told Britain's Daily Sport newspaper: 'I saw Prince William in Boujis club once and he looked gorgeous. Now he's single I'm hoping our paths will cross again. 'I'm not sure what the queen would have to say about having a glamour model in the family, but there's a first .. Tue, 08 May 2007 18:44:29 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-received-a-r117973.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-received-a-r117973.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Queen Elizabeth was not amused when US President George Bush blundered his way through his welcoming speech yesterday (07.05.07). Addressing crowds in Washington D.C., the president noted how the queen had been present during the US's bicentennial celebrations in 1776, before quickly correcting himself to say 1976. As the error was met with laughter, Bush broke with royal protocol by turning to the monarch and giving her a wink. He then faced the crowd and said: 'She just gave me a look that only a mother could give a child.' During her speech, the queen talked about the close bond .. Tue, 08 May 2007 18:43:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-was-not-amused-r117971.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-was-not-amused-r117971.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince joined hundreds of spectators at Shropshire's RAF Shawford yesterday (03.05.07) to witness a dramatic fly-past and cut a birthday cake with his ceremonial sword. Charles met trainees about to serve in war-torn Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as people from the local community, including schoolchildren whose parents work at the base. The flying school was created out of the need to train pilots for all three Armed services on one site to save money. The centre has trained more than 3,000 pilots since it was established. The Royal Navy's five remaining Sea Harrier Jump Jets were kept at the base after being .. Fri, 04 May 2007 14:35:27 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-visited-an-r114562.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-visited-an-r114562.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 25-year-old royal - who holds the title of world and European three-day event champion with Toytown - revealed her horse's confidence inspires her. She wrote in Britain's Daily Telegraph newspaper: 'Toytown - or 'Noddy' as we call him in the stables - is an exceptional horse. 'Physically, he is more powerful than he looks, and mentally, he is right up there with any previous international champions. Best of all, he loves competing and never seems to know the meaning of the word defeat. 'This is an inspiration to me.' Zara - who is dating rugby star Mike Tindall - confessed she could .. Fri, 04 May 2007 14:35:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-has-named-her-r114560.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-has-named-her-r114560.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The duchess, who is a patron of the London Chamber Orchestra, presented a lifetime achievement award to 76-year-old conductor Dr Vernon Handley. Camilla, who turns 60 in July, wore a baby-blue gown and matching overcoat by one of her favourite designers, Anna Valentine. She was seen chatting animatedly with a number of stars from the classical world, as well as two giants of the pop world Sting and Best Classical Album winner Sir Paul McCartney. A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: 'She is fully recovered and was really looking forward to the night.' Prince Charles was unable to join his wife at the event .. Fri, 04 May 2007 14:34:28 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-made-r114557.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-made-r114557.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince and the Zimbabwe-born blonde were at London's Azteca Latin Lounge when an inebriated man launched a barrage of abuse at Harry on Wednesday night (02.05.07). Witnesses claim he shouted: 'I f***ing hate the royal family. Who do you think you are in here? 'Why don't you p**s off to Iraq and get yourself killed, you ginger t**t.' The prince's protection officers stepped in and removed the drunken thug from the Chelsea cocktail bar. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'This guy came out of nowhere and just started hurling abuse at Prince Harry. 'There didn't seem to be any reason .. Fri, 04 May 2007 14:34:27 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-was-verbally-attacked-r114555.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-was-verbally-attacked-r114555.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Queen Elizabeth has paid tribute to the victims of the Virginia Tech massacre on the first day of US tour. The queen ensured that extending a mark of respect to those who lost their lives in the campus shooting - which saw student Cho Seung-hui kill 32 people and himself - was her first priority when she arrived in the States yesterday (03.05.07). Her Royal Highness said: 'My heart goes out to the students, friends and families of all those killed and to the many others who have been affected. 'On behalf of the people of the United Kingdom, I .. Fri, 04 May 2007 14:33:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-paid-tribute-r114551.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-paid-tribute-r114551.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Eighteen-month-old Leonor met baby Sofia for the first time on Tuesday (01.05.07) when she visited the Madrid hospital where her mother Crown Princess Letizia gave birth two days earlier (30.04.07). Leonor was escorted by her father Prince Felipe, who had picked her up from the royal family's Zarzuela estate after spending the night with his wife and the new baby. Hello! website reports a proud Prince Felipe said Leonor showered her little sister with kisses. The newborn baby was also visited later in the day by Felipe's sister Princess Cristina, accompanied by her three sons and her husband. As she left the hospital Cristina .. Thu, 03 May 2007 15:44:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/spain-s-princess-leonor-has-been-introduced-r113385.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/spain-s-princess-leonor-has-been-introduced-r113385.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Soldiers have had the shirts, which also feature a target symbol, printed in a show of solidarity to their royal colleague, whose impending deployment to the war-torn region has sparked grave concern for his safety. A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: 'Soldiers are well known for having operational tour T-shirts and also for pulling together to support each other. 'Prince Harry is highly respected by his comrades as a young officer and for what he is doing in the Armed Forces. 'I wouldn't be surprised if all his troops have bought them to demonstrate their support for him as their .. Thu, 03 May 2007 15:43:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-s-army-colleagues-are-r113382.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-s-army-colleagues-are-r113382.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The infant royal - who was born less than a month ago on April 10 - developed a fever on Monday night (30.04.07), and her concerned parents Prince Willem-Alexander and Princes Maxima quickly sought medical attention. Doctors described the royal baby's condition as 'not serious' but advised that she remain at the neonatology department of the Leiden University Medical Centre (LUMC) for a week to be treated. Princess Ariane is said to be 'stable' and her temperature has reduced since she was first admitted. Her parents Maxima, 35, and Willem-Alexander, 40, stayed with their daughter in hospital last night. Ariane's older .. Thu, 03 May 2007 15:43:25 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/newborn-princess-ariane-of-the-netherlands-r113381.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/newborn-princess-ariane-of-the-netherlands-r113381.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Tina Brown caused outrage while researching her tome 'The Diana Chronicles' by calling up sources and describing herself as a 'friend'. One person who refused to talk to the author, told New York Daily News newspaper: 'Tina misrepresented herself as a friend of Diana when calling potential sources.' The source claims the princess - who was killed in a 1997 Paris car crash - was 'petrified' of Brown as a result of the damning Vanity Fair article, 'The Mouse That Roared', she wrote revealing the dark side of Diana's marriage to Prince Charles. They added: 'She was not a friend of Tina .. Thu, 03 May 2007 15:42:27 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-author-of-a-new-tell-all-r113378.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-author-of-a-new-tell-all-r113378.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Defence chiefs want to give the prince's Household Cavalry A Squadron the chance to assess the dangers posed by opposition rebels before Harry goes to the front line. They are also keen to do all they can to keep his presence there as secret as possible from insurgents who have threatened to target him. Abu Mujtaba, a commander in the Mahdi Army, the Shia militia loyal to radical cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, has said one of his aims is to capture the prince. He claims to have people placed inside the British Army ready to leak information on Prince Harry's whereabouts. An Army source told .. Thu, 03 May 2007 15:42:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-posting-of-britain-s-prince-harry-r113377.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-posting-of-britain-s-prince-harry-r113377.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Charles called for action yesterday (01.05.07) while speaking at a summit for more than 1,200 business chiefs at St James's Palace. He told powerful bosses from the likes of Barclays Bank and British Airways: 'When I was serving in the Royal Navy mayday, mayday, mayday was the distress call we used in cases of emergency. It still is, and this is an emergency we face. If the scientific consensus is right we need to act very rapidly indeed.' The eco-friendly royal went on to compare the fight against global warming with the Second World War. He said: 'We can do it. Just .. Wed, 02 May 2007 16:47:31 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-made-a-r111963.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-has-made-a-r111963.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 'Smile' singer, who was still a schoolgirl when Diana was killed in a Paris car crash in 1997, was taken to watch the princess' funeral procession in London by her actor father Keith Allen. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'I was shocked to see Keith standing next to me with his kids at the funeral. 'Some reporters tried to talk to him but he told them it was a private moment. As the coffin passed, Lily was quite upset.' It was confirmed last week that 22-year-old Lily was set to join the line-up for the Concert for Diana .. Wed, 02 May 2007 16:46:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/lily-allen-wept-for-britain-s-princess-r111958.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/lily-allen-wept-for-britain-s-princess-r111958.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Sir George Pinker died at the age of 82 after a long illness on Sunday (30.04.07). A spokesman for Buckingham Palace said the queen was 'very sad' to learn of the surgeon's death. Sir Pinker, who delivered nine royal babies, was head consultant at the private Lindo wing at west London's St Mary's Hospital, where he attended the births of Princes William and Harry. Liz Campbell, director of Wellbeing for Women, said: 'It is with great sadness that we learnt the news that Sir George Pinker had passed away following a long illness. 'He was an exceptional man and a great supporter of the .. Wed, 02 May 2007 16:46:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-s-surgeon-gynaecologist--r111959.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-s-surgeon-gynaecologist--r111959.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The royal brothers will share their innermost thoughts on the loss of their mother Princess Diana, their Army careers and the pressures of life in the spotlight in an interview with popular US chat show 'Today'. Presenter Matt Lauer travelled to London to record the chat with the princes last week. Matt told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'They were enjoyable, nice, wonderful, warm, normal. 'They were quite open and they talked a lot about their mom and about the pressures they face, the exposure and the over-exposure and their quest for normalcy. 'They treat it like the Holy Grail. They don't .. Wed, 02 May 2007 16:45:29 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-are-r111955.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princes-william-and-harry-are-r111955.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The US artist - who famously pictured John Lennon naked and hugging Yoko Ono for the cover or Rolling Stone magazine just hours before his assignation in 1980 -shot the queen looking demure and elegant at Buckingham Palace. Her Majesty is shown sitting on a gilt chair in the palace's White Drawing Room, wearing a crown, ornate jewellery and a lavish white gown with a white fur stole. The queen is portrayed gazing out of the open balcony window with daylight cast on her face, as a dark cloud looms over the palace gardens. Leibovitz said she was inspired by a picture taken .. Wed, 02 May 2007 16:45:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/an-official-portrait-of-britain-s-queen-r111954.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/an-official-portrait-of-britain-s-queen-r111954.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Papers released today by the National Archives at Kew, west London, revealed that members of Britain's Royal Court took their concerns over the wedding souvenirs to the Home Office. The courtiers were particularly annoyed about the 'undesirable' handkerchiefs, produced by the Cheadle Fabric Factory. However, a Home Office official responded by saying they were acceptable so long as nobody blew their noses on the royal portraits adorning them. Further complaints came from Home Office official Frederick Dadd, who objected to Union Jack Flags featuring images of the couple. Dadd claimed the portraits looked like 'caricatures' and complained: 'The representation of the flag is very .. Tue, 01 May 2007 14:29:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/royal-courtiers-wanted-to-block-the-r110011.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/royal-courtiers-wanted-to-block-the-r110011.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The royal couple's second daughter, who they have named Sofia, was born on Sunday (29.04.07) at Madrid's Ruber International Clinic by Caesarean section, weighing a healthy 7lbs 5oz. The new princess, who is third in line to the throne after her father and one-year-old sister Leonor, is named after her grandmother Queen Sofia. Speaking outside the hospital, Felipe said: 'We are very happy. I truly didn't know how I was going to react to the birth of another baby girl, but I think that one loves each child the same.' He added that he had been a little nervous during the birth .. Tue, 01 May 2007 14:28:24 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/spain-s-crown-prince-felipe-and-princess-r110008.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/spain-s-crown-prince-felipe-and-princess-r110008.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince is said to be a big fan of the 'SexyBack' singer and is hoping to pick up a few tips from the star, who boasts an impressive six handicap. A source told: 'Wills is a huge fan of Justin and wants to go and see him while he is performing in the UK. 'He also wants to meet up with him the day after and hopes they'll play some golf. 'Wills wants to take some time out from partying and enjoy some sport. 'One of his passions is golf and he knows Justin is practically a professional.' The pair are tipped to .. Tue, 01 May 2007 14:28:24 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-and-pop-star-r110009.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-and-pop-star-r110009.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The head of the British Army announced yesterday (30.04.07) that despite increased fears for his safety, the 22-year-old prince would be deployed to the war-torn country as a reconnaissance troop leader with A Squadron of the Blues and Royals. General Sir Richard Danat confirmed that Harry will fulfil all the responsibilities of commanding a troop of 11 soldiers, equipped with four Scimitar armoured reconnaissance vehicles. The prince's role will see him patrolling the country's southern border with Iran in the Mayan Province, where two soldiers were killed last month in a roadside bomb. It was originally decided Harry would go to Iraq in .. Tue, 01 May 2007 14:27:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-will-definitely-go-r110005.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-will-definitely-go-r110005.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 47-year-old - nicknamed Air Miles Andy for his frequent flying - is the British ambassador for trade and insists his role requires him to travel to meet foreign ministers and captains of industry. Prince Andrew told Britain's Independent on Sunday newspaper: 'If you're doing what I'm doing, the only way to increase a country's awareness of what the UK can provide is to go and visit and maintain that relationship. 'You can do that over the telephone, and I do. But there's no substitute for getting to know these people face to face. 'In terms of the return on investment .. Mon, 30 Apr 2007 15:30:25 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-andrew-says-the-r108732.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-andrew-says-the-r108732.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The newly single prince talked intimately with blonde Holly, 25, at brother Prince Harry's farewell bash ahead of his deployment to Iraq at London's Mahiki club on Friday (27.04.07). William - who split from his girlfriend of four years Kate Middleton earlier this month - and the Virgin heiress sipped £100 Treasure Chest cocktails and shared four dances together. One source told Britain's Sunday Mirror newspaper: 'If I were a betting man, I'd put a very good wager on Holly becoming William's next girlfriend.' Holly was not the only girl to catch 24-year-old William's eye. The prince also reportedly became 'transfixed' with a .. Mon, 30 Apr 2007 15:30:24 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-been-seen-r108731.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-been-seen-r108731.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 22-year-old prince, who is due to leave for Iraq, said he is willing to risk his life to serve his country. Harry, who delivered the speech to close friends at London's Mahiki club on Friday (27.04.07), said: 'I'm s**ting myself. I'm prepared to do anything they throw at me. I'm going to miss my family. But I am proud to serve my country, which is a great honour.' Harry arrived at the exclusive club with girlfriend Chelsy Davy, who was wearing a short red dress. Harry's friend Guy Pelly - Mahiki's general manager - greeted the couple and showed them .. Mon, 30 Apr 2007 15:29:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-made-a-r108728.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-made-a-r108728.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 69-year-old royal visited Rotterdam Zoo to mark the tourist attraction's 150th anniversary. During her tour the queen met with local children dressed as giraffes in special animal costumes and face paint. Hello! website reports, the sovereign was also shown a life-like mechanical giraffe, which she playfully stroked. Earlier this month, the queen celebrated the birth of her latest grandchild, Princess Ariane. The princess - who was born at The Hague's Bronovo Hospital on April 10 - is the third daughter of Crown Prince Willem-Alexander and his Argentinean-born wife Princess Maxima. The prince told reporters: 'She is an exemplary daughter, we're very proud. 'We had .. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:27:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/queen-beatrix-of-the-netherlands-enjoyed-r107329.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/queen-beatrix-of-the-netherlands-enjoyed-r107329.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) An extra 10,000 seats for the commemorative event, set to mark the tenth anniversary of the princess's tragic death, were snapped up in just 20 minutes after going on sale at 9am this morning (27.04.07). In December, the first batch of 22,500 tickets sold out in 17 minutes. The concert will be recorded and aired live in 140 countries - as a mark of Diana's popularity and impact the world over. The Concert for Diana will take place at London's Wembley Stadium on July 1st - which would have been the princess's 46th birthday. Rod Stewart, Lily Allen, Status Quo, Orson .. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:26:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/the-latest-batch-of-tickets-to-r107328.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/the-latest-batch-of-tickets-to-r107328.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The items on display include extracts from Queen Victoria's journal written shortly before her 1840 marriage to Prince Albert, in which she describes him as 'excessively handsome'. The journals are part of a collection put together to mark the diamond anniversary of Britain's Queen Elizabeth and her husband Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. The exhibition, which begins today (27.04.07) covers five royal weddings, from the union of Victoria and Albert through to the present monarch's 1947 marriage to Philip. Royal librarian Jane Roberts said the display showed 'how the royal family really had the same sort of views about marriage and .. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:26:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/private-letters-and-mementos-giving-a-r107327.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/private-letters-and-mementos-giving-a-r107327.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Charles reportedly thinks the line-up for the Concert for Diana - picked by his sons Princes William and Harry to reflect their mother's tastes and their own - is too young for him. Acts set to perform include Sir Elton John, Duran Duran, Joss Stone and Pharrell Williams. A Clarence House spokesman said yesterday (26.04.07): 'The concert is really for the younger generation to enjoy. William and Harry are organising the guest list. 'There will be a memorial service for Diana on August 31, which will be an event for all generations of the Windsors to come together.' Charles, 58, and Camilla, the .. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:25:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-is-too-old-r107324.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-is-too-old-r107324.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Harry reportedly insisted he will abandon his duties all together unless he is allowed to fulfil them properly, following yesterday's (26.04.07) announcement that Army chiefs called an eleventh-hour meeting to review whether he should see combat. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'Harry feels stronger about this today than ever - fighting on the frontline has been his childhood ambition. 'He's already said there's no point going through a year's hard graft at Sandhurst if he can't do it. 'It's very simple, if he's not allowed to fight, he'll walk - and as soon as he can. The generals know that too.' .. Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:25:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-threatened-to-r107323.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-has-threatened-to-r107323.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin - who was sworn in as the country's 13th king in December after King Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin's five-year term ended - has been enthroned in a traditional ceremony. Malaysia is the only country in the world to have a rotating monarchy with the heads of each of the nine hereditary states occupying the throne for five years each. The king - known as Yang di-Pertuan Agong which means 'He Who Is Made Lord' - has now formally taken office in the throne room of the national palace. The 45-year-old king is the former ruler of the oil-rich Terengganu .. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:01:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/malaysia-has-crowned-its-new-king-r106068.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/malaysia-has-crowned-its-new-king-r106068.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince attended the show honouring the princess' remarkable life, which was cut short 25 years ago, during an official visit to Japan this week. 'High Society' actress Grace became one of the glamour-era's most iconic names before marrying Monaco's Prince Rainier III in 1956 in a true-life fairytale. The silver-screen sweetheart passed away aged 52 in 1982. Albert admired the collection of personal items belonging to his mother, including clothes and letters, on display at Tokyo's Mitsukoshi department store. One of the exhibition highlights is the original Hermes 'Kelly' bag, which the designer dedicated to the actress - and became a .. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:00:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/monaco-s-prince-albert-has-paid-tribute-r106065.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/monaco-s-prince-albert-has-paid-tribute-r106065.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 24-year-old old prince came to the rescue when Harry arrived for a sitting with painter Sergei Pavlenko at Buckingham Palace, only to discover his Army uniform had gone missing. Harry's uniform was an integral piece of wardrobe as the work was to commemorate his passing out from Sandhurst Military Academy. Pavlenko told Britain's Daily Express said: 'It was OK in the end, though. Fortunately Prince William was there that day and had his uniform. So Harry wore that as I painted. The sleeves were a bit long, though!' The artist also revealed the royal family were very happy with the finished product. .. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 17:00:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-gave-his-brother-r106066.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-gave-his-brother-r106066.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The queen was due to meet with more than 50 Commonwealth leaders in the capital of Kampala in November, but government officials are now concerned about the monarch's security due to violent unrest in the city. The country has been in the grip of unstable upheaval since a disputed presidential election last year. A source from the Foreign and Commonwealth office told Britain's The Times newspaper: 'I am beginning to think it may not happen. You can't have the queen visiting if people are shooting each other in the streets. There will be a plan B.' The summit, at which 53 leaders .. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:59:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-commonwealth-summit-in-uganda-may-r106061.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-commonwealth-summit-in-uganda-may-r106061.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Just weeks before the prince is set to be deployed to the war-torn country, Army chiefs have called a review to consider whether 22-year-old Harry should be allowed to fight alongside his fellow Blues and Royals colleagues. Harry may be forced to spend his time in Iraq fulfilling office-based duties away from the battlefield - amid ever-increasing concerns that he will be specifically targeted by terrorists and insurgents. A source told Britain's Sun newspaper: 'It's very complicated. No one wants to give a PR victory to the insurgents by withdrawing him. 'But there is a groundswell of opinion across senior ranks .. Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:59:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-may-be-banned-r106060.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-harry-may-be-banned-r106060.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 27-year-old R 'n' B star confessed she has a crush on the newly-single prince - and would love to move to the UK so that she could hook up with him. Sexy Amerie told Britain's Sun newspaper: 'Prince William is hot! If we hooked up I could meet the Queen. That would be very interesting.' Amerie's single 'Why Don't We Fall in Love' won rave reviews and landed the star the Best R 'n' B/Soul or Rap New Artist award at the 2002 Soul Train Music Awards. Now sultry Amerie is desperate for the chance to try out the .. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:27:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-got-a-r104357.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-got-a-r104357.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Buckingham Palace announced yesterday (24.04.07) that details of the ceremony had not yet been finalised. However, it has been decided that the monarch will not visit the university campus in Blacksburg, Virginia. A palace spokeswoman said: 'As the queen is visiting so shortly after the tragedy, it is important that it be recognised 'It's a significant and terrible tragedy.'' A student at the university killed 32 people before killing himself on April 16 when he rampaged the campus armed with an array of deadly weapons. The queen is making an official visit to the US to mark the 400th anniversary of Jamestown, the .. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:26:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-will-pay-tribute-r104354.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-will-pay-tribute-r104354.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The culprit forced open more than 15 lockers at the Household Cavalry's Windsor Comberemere Barracks, escaping with six medals earned by soldiers who bravely fought the Taliban last year. The regiment lost three men in their Afghanistan campaign. The thief struck while most of the men from the William's D-Squadron were away on leave. A source from the Household Cavalry told Britain's Sun newspaper: 'If this piece of filth is ever caught, he will wish it was the Taliban that found him. 'There was just a holding party remaining at the base so we have a rough idea who we're looking at. If .. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:26:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/soldier-s-from-britain-s-princes-william-r104353.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/soldier-s-from-britain-s-princes-william-r104353.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The monarch's first official visit to America in 16 years will also be the first to subscribe to the green scheme known as offsetting your carbon footprint. A Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said: 'Discussions with the Department of Transport have been going on for some time. This is the first time one of the queen's official visits will have a carbon offset. The figure is still being calculated.' Methods of compensating carbon dioxide generated by flights include paying for tree planting or supporting projects in developing countries. The queen, who will fly to the US with husband Prince Philip and an entourage of .. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:25:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-will-offset-the-r104350.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-will-offset-the-r104350.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, have applied for planning permission to open up Llwynywormwood, their Carmarthenshire farmhouse, to paying guests. The couples' idyllic three-bedroom home - which is surrounded by 192-acres of countryside - has already been dubbed 'C and C's B and B' after becoming a favourite retreat for Charles and Camilla. Architect Craig Hamilton has designed the plans, which include a new bathroom extension and the conversion of an adjoining farm building into reception and dining room. The plans, submitted to Carmarthenshire County Council, also feature designs for furniture made from oak and fir trees .. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 15:12:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-plans-to-open-r102845.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-plans-to-open-r102845.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) A new unauthorised biography - 'The Diana Chronicles' by Tina Brown - alleges the princess pursued the prince despite warnings from her mother that she should marry for love, not status. Brown - a former editor of The New Yorker and Vanity Fair - has reportedly received a $2 million advance for the book - which reportedly portrays Diana as scheming and ambitious. Brown wrote an article 20 years ago entitled 'The Mouse That Roared' revealing a dark side to Charles' and Diana's marriage. She has spent years on the new book, speaking to 250 sources, some of whom had never talked about .. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 15:11:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-diana-married-prince-r102841.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-diana-married-prince-r102841.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The country's newest royal, who was born two weeks early on Saturday (21.04.07), was carried in her mother's arms to greet a crowd of 2,000 well-wishers outside Copenhagen University Hospital. Prince Frederik carried the infant's older brother, Christian, who was born at the same hospital in October 2005. His baby sister was wrapped in the same shawl he was when he was taken home for the first time. Princess Mary looked the picture of health and elegant as ever as she beamed proudly. Mary is quoted on the Hello! website as saying: 'I think it went really well. It was .. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 15:11:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-frederik-and-princess-mary-s-r102842.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-frederik-and-princess-mary-s-r102842.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The couple allegedly reassessed their relationship when they discovered their future was being decided for them, with their engagement talked about as a 'done deal'. According to reports, Queen Elizabeth was keen for the pair to wed, as it would help improve the public face of the royal family. A royal source told Britain's Grazia magazine: 'It was felt in royal circles that the time had come for the couple to get engaged and that it should be announced immediately after the Diana Memorial Concert in July, so the family could capitalise on the goodwill.' Kate was said to have felt very .. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 15:10:26 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-secret-royal-marriage-deal-was-r102837.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-secret-royal-marriage-deal-was-r102837.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Charles arrived at the city by royal train, and walked to the newly restored St George's Hall where he met with notable local figures and members of the public. After meeting Royal Patron of the Hall, the Duke of Gloucester, the prince was reunited with restoration project manager Dave Lacey, who had showed Charles the building 20 years ago when it was in desperate need of repair. The prince was delighted with the work, saying the hall had been 'splendidly restored'. Charles was bestowed with an Honorary Fellowship by Liverpool John Moores University before delivering a keynote speech at the .. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 15:10:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-visited-liverpool-r102836.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-visited-liverpool-r102836.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The royal - who befriended Kate when she was dating her cousin Prince William - is planning a fun-packed trip to the coastal town in a bid to cheer up the brunette following her split from William just over a week ago. A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: 'The pair became close pals during Kate's four-year romance with Wills and Zara was gutted when they broke up recently. So she's organising a surprise weekend to Brighton for Kate and is hoping it will happen in the next few weeks.' Zara, 25, is reportedly booking six of her and Kate's closest .. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:05:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-is-treating-kate-r101521.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-zara-phillips-is-treating-kate-r101521.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 17-year-old princess jokingly calls the 16-year-old rocker's daughter her 'lover' and says she can't wait to see her again. Eugenie wrote on Pixie's personal Facebook page: 'Am seeing you in less than two days after it being nearly a year and I feel that is hideous behaviour from both is us. 'Can't handle another year with no love from my lover.' She then ends the message with 20 kisses. The princess' older sister Beatrice is good friends with Pixie's older sister Peaches, and invited her to her 18th birthday party last year. Last month, it was revealed the princesses both had MySpace pages .. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:04:20 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-eugenie-has-posted-a-r101519.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-eugenie-has-posted-a-r101519.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 22-year-old prince - who is due to fly to the war-torn country for a six-month tour in May - is being targeted by militant groups, who want to kidnap him and hold him hostage until British troops are withdrawn from Iraq. Abu Zaid, a commander in the Mehdi Army militia, told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: 'We are awaiting the arrival of the young, handsome, spoilt prince with bated breath and we confidently expect he will come out into the open on the battlefield. 'We will be generous with him. For we will return him to his grandmother, but without his ears.' .. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:04:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/iraqi-militias-have-threatened-to-cut-r101518.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/iraqi-militias-have-threatened-to-cut-r101518.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The duchess - the second wife of Britain's Prince Charles - features in a work by Russian artist Sergei Pavlenko to commemorate the commissioning of Prince Harry into the British Army. The painting shows Queen Elizabeth on the steps of the Old College at the Sandhurst Royal Military Academy smiling at her grandsons Princes Harry and William, who are standing to her left in full military uniform. Prince Charles and the queen's husband Prince Philip are also depicted gazing proudly at William and Harry. Camilla stands at the top of the steps behind the queen and partially obscured by former Commandant of Sandhurst .. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:03:18 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-has-r101515.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/camilla-the-duchess-of-cornwall-has-r101515.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Tina Brown - a close friend and confident of Diana's - has sparked fury by dismissing the princess's relationship with Dodi as frivolous and contrived in her tome 'The Diana Chronicles'. The author even implies Diana entered into the romance for monetary reasons, writing: 'In August of 1997, Diana was seeking to replace what she had possessed as a princess with a superstar's version. What she was really seeking was a guy with a Gulfstream.' 'Harrods' owner Mohamed Al Fayed - whose son Dodi was killed with Diana in a 1997 Paris car crash - is outraged by the author's claims. He .. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:03:17 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-late-princess-diana-s-relationship-r101514.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-late-princess-diana-s-relationship-r101514.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Rania took part in the museum's numerous activities - aimed at inspiring children's imagination and interest. The queen - who is a mother of four herself - donned a plastic apron to have a go at painting a water colour. She also joined the children in the centre's Ancient Times area where they dug in sand for artefacts, before turning their hands to a spot of pottery artwork. The museum - which features over 150 exhibits on themes ranging from humankind, technology and the natural world - opens to the public next month. Rania, 36, was happy to take part in .. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:24:14 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/jordan-s-queen-rania-visited-a-children-s-r99767.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/jordan-s-queen-rania-visited-a-children-s-r99767.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The monarch saw off stiff competition from entrepreneur Donald Trump, US presidential candidate Hilary Clinton and football manager Alex Ferguson, to top the poll conducted by learndirect business. The organisation - which provides a range of products and services to help employers get the best from their workforce - asked 1,000 people to name the person they believed displayed the best leadership qualities. The poll also found that half of the people surveyed believed they had strong leadership potential and that leaders were made, not born. Next month, the queen will make her first trip to the US in 16 years. The 80-year-old .. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:23:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-been-voted-r99765.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-been-voted-r99765.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 25-year-old brunette was driven to the London head office of fashion chain Jigsaw, where she has worked as an assistant buyer since last year. Sources claim Kate was in high spirits and wasn't letting the break-up get her down. A source said: 'She seemed very calm and together. She sat outside in the sunshine laughing and joking with friends and looked very well. 'She just wants to get back to normal.' Earlier this week, it was revealed Kate had a new admirer - Towers of London frontman Danny Tourette. The rocker has reportedly become besotted with stunning Kate and has been partying at .. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:23:21 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-returned-to-work-r99764.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-returned-to-work-r99764.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The British troops were travelling in a Scimitar armoured vehicle in Iraq when it was bombed while carrying out a routine patrol in the south-eastern province of Maysan. Harry - an officer with the Household Cavalry's Blues and Royals - has been trained to patrol in Scimitars, when he tours as a troop commander in the war-torn region. The 22-year-old prince's clearance to go to Iraq followed months of debate over whether he should be permitted to go to war, amid fears that Harry would become a 'trophy target' for enemy fighters and terrorists. A few weeks ago, the young .. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:22:22 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/two-british-soldiers-carrying-out-the-r99761.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/two-british-soldiers-carrying-out-the-r99761.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The rocker has reportedly become besotted with stunning Kate and has been partying at her favourite London nightclub, Boujis, in a bid to meet her. A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: 'Donny thinks Kate is absolutely beautiful and was hoping he would run into her at Boujis, but she was nowhere in sight. 'But he was vowed to track her down and woo her with flower and gifts.' The singer reportedly wants his fellow band mates to help him write a song in honour of the brunette beauty. Another friend of the rocker said: 'When Donny makes his mind up to try .. Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:50:19 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/towers-of-london-frontman-danny-tourette-r98552.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/towers-of-london-frontman-danny-tourette-r98552.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The 25-year-old singer believes she understands the pressures of such a public break-up and was keen to offer her commiserations. A source told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'She's sad for William that his relationship hasn't worked out. 'She understands what it's like to have such a high-profile break-up. She has started writing him a note and is going to send it before the end of the week.' Britney - whose divorce from estranged husband Kevin Federline was finalised last month - has corresponded with the 24-year-old royal in the past. She even gave him a signed photo of herself before William started dating .. Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:49:18 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britney-spears-has-penned-a-letter-r98549.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britney-spears-has-penned-a-letter-r98549.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince and his second wife - who wed in April 2005 - beat glamorous duos such as Victoria and David Beckham, Jordan and Peter Andre and Kate Winslet and Sam Mendes into third place. The royal couple were only beaten by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools, who claimed the top spot, and TV chatshow hosts Richard Madeley and Judy Finnegan, who came second. Relationship expert Dr Pam Spurr said of the royal marriage: 'Charles and Camilla seem to fit together like comfy old slippers. 'After all the ups and downs, their happy marriage strikes a chord with people. We .. Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:48:29 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-and-wife-camilla-r98546.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-charles-and-wife-camilla-r98546.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The prince - who ended his four-year relationship during a skiing holiday - left his Army barracks at Dorset's Bovington camp to watch Will Ferrell comedy 'Blades of Glory' accompanied only by his police bodyguard. A fellow cinema-goer told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'I couldn't quite believe it when I saw him walking into the foyer. 'Someone asked him how he was. He raised a smile and said, 'I'm fine'. 'William paid for his £6.30 ticket and went to screen seven, where the film was showing. Obviously, everyone knew who he was.' Though witnesses say William could be heard chuckling at the film, .. Thu, 19 Apr 2007 14:48:28 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-visited-his-r98545.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-visited-his-r98545.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Bookies have been forced to lower the odds to 6-1 on Kate becoming future queen, following a flood of punters backing the prince and his ex getting back together. Ladbrokes spokesman Nick Weinberg told Britain's Daily Record newspaper: 'Most of the bets we have had have been for £50 or £20 but we have had some three-figure bets as well.' Brunette beauty Kate, 25, is currently tipped joint 6-1 favourite to marry the prince - alongside Isabella Anstruther-Gough-Calthorpe, 26. The socialite is already a fond acquaintance of William's, and famously caused Kate to storm out of a ball in 2005 after the .. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 14:48:28 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/bets-are-still-being-taken-on-r97186.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/bets-are-still-being-taken-on-r97186.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) RDF USA is producing the work, which promises to offer an in-depth behind the scenes view into the monarch's life. 'Queen Elizabeth: The British Monarchy at Work' will include content specially sourced from hundreds of hours of footage and will show the queen and her family at home in Buckingham Palace and at state functions. Insiders revealed that the programme is set to throw light on the royal family's carefully guarded private world. RDF USA topper Chris Coelen told Variety magazine: 'They're such an iconic family and a huge presence in the world. What this will do is give a behind-the-scenes look that .. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 14:48:24 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-ii-is-set-r97185.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-ii-is-set-r97185.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The London museum were reportedly in the early stages of planning the model on the back of popular demand. The figure of the 25-year-old brunette was due to be placed next to her royal boyfriend and unveiled in 2008 - the year many royal fans expected the couple to marry. However, all plans have now been scraped following the announcement that the couple have decided to part ways at the weekend. A spokesman told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'We were in the early stages of planning Kate's figure off the bank of thousands of visitor requests. 'We had had literally stacks of inquiring e-mails .. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 14:47:27 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-madame-tussards-waxwork-of-kate-r97182.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-madame-tussards-waxwork-of-kate-r97182.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Michael C. Luckman, author of 'Alien Rock: The Rock 'n' Roll Extraterrestrial Connection', says the 24-year-old prince has a strong interest in alien activity and is 'infatuated' with his book. William is such a follower that Luckman plans on inviting him to his 'Signal to Space Concerts', aimed at establishing peaceful contact with UFOs through music. The writer - who says the prince was given his book by fashion designer Andre Van Pier, whose couture was worn by his late mother Princess Diana - told BANG Showbiz: 'I have a contact at Buckingham Palace and I have been told that William is .. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 14:47:23 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-is-to-be-r97181.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-is-to-be-r97181.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Former air stewardess Carole, 51, has been weeping for two days after it emerged courtiers branded her 'too common' to be the prince's mother-in-law. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'Carole is at breaking point. She is in such a bad way that Kate has had to comfort her. It is so unfair that someone has got the knives out for Kate's mum. She is an innocent party.' Kate's father Michael is said to be so concerned about his wife being driven to break down by the comments he has booked a last-minute Caribbean holiday. The source added: 'Kate is not .. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 14:46:18 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-s-mother-is-said-to-r97178.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-s-mother-is-said-to-r97178.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The note, dating from December 15, 1557, was put on the popular internet auction site by a Belgium-based vendor. After a four-bid battle, the epistle was sold to a US buyer. Prior to the auction, the letter had previously been unknown. The queen wrote the letter when she was 15 years old in Edinburgh - known as 'Ediburg' at the time. The note was addressed to Viglius de Zuichen, President of the Privy Council. Though the royal usually wrote in French, this letter was written in Latin, and signed 'Tue virtutis Amica' (your virtuous friend) Mary R. The text is in .. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:02:38 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/a-letter-written-by-britain-s-mary-r95762.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/a-letter-written-by-britain-s-mary-r95762.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The brunette beauty - whose split from the prince was revealed on Saturday (14.04.07) - has vowed never to kiss and tell. A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: 'Kate has too much self-respect to dish the dirt on anyone. She is a decent person.' PR guru Max Clifford believes the 25-year-old fashion buyer's story is worth £5 million. The young couple reportedly decided to part after discussing their relationship during a recent skiing holiday together. Kate revealed the split to friends at a dinner party last week. A source said: 'She was cool and quite relaxed. She almost seemed relieved it was over .. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:01:36 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-turned-down-an-r95758.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-turned-down-an-r95758.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The princess, her 18-month-old son and her husband Crown Prince Frederik joined Queen Margrethe to celebrate her 67th birthday at Copenhagen's Amalienborg Palace on Monday (16.04.07). Just after noon, the royal family walked out onto the balcony to wave to thousands of well-wishers waiting to catch a glimpse of the popular monarch. Christian enthusiastically copied his mother by widely waving his arms, inadvertently hitting the pregnant Australian-born princess in the face. Queen Margrethe - who has ruled since 1972 - was also joined by her husband Prince Henrik, her son Crown Prince Joachim and her other grandchildren Nikolai and Felix. It was recently reported .. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:01:32 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-christian-accidentally-punched-r95757.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/denmark-s-prince-christian-accidentally-punched-r95757.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The queen and her husband Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, are due to make a two-day visit to Virginia in May as part of their first official tour of the US in 16 years. The royal couple will visit the state on May 3 and 4 to mark the 400th anniversary of the English settlement at Jamestown. British Foreign Secretary Margaret Beckett also extended her condolences to the families of the murdered students. Speaking at the United Nations in New York, she said: 'Can I first say how appalled everyone is by the terrible news from Virginia. 'Our deepest sympathy and .. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 14:54:30 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-is-said-to-r95753.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-is-said-to-r95753.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The beautiful brunette put on a brave public face and was seen out with her friends and smiling outside her home holding a tennis racket yesterday (16.04.07). Sources close to the 25-year-old have revealed that the break-up of her relationship with William was more of a mutual decision than has been reported. It has been claimed that the prince was feeling 'nailed down' and 'too young to marry', but Kate's friends allege that both parties were involved in the decision to part ways. A source told Britain's Daily Express newspaper: 'Everyone is focusing on how William felt trapped and dumped .. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 14:54:25 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-faced-the-world-r95752.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/kate-middleton-has-faced-the-world-r95752.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) The young prince - whose break-up with Kate was announced to the public on Saturday (14.04.07) - has been involved in a serious 'flirtation- with two girls, whose identities have not been disclosed. And Kate has reportedly been waiting for William to call an end to their relationship for a while. A source told Britain's Daily Mail newspaper: 'As far as she was concerned, it wasn't a question of ‘if', just ‘when'. 'She openly admitted that she expected a formal announcement to be made by Clarence House.- Brunette beauty Kate, 25 - who fell in love with the prince when they .. Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:25:01 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-been-secretly-r94811.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-has-been-secretly-r94811.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Britain's Princess Beatrice has been partying with Jermaine Jackson in London. The 18-year-old royal was seen drinking vodka and dancing with the ‘Celebrity Big Brother' star at London's exclusive Amika club at the weekend. A source told Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper: 'Beatrice, her boyfriend Dave Clark and a group of about eight pals ordered three huge magnums of Belvedere vodka. 'Their table was right next to one booked by Jermaine Jackson. 'By the end of the night, everybody was firm friends. Jermaine, Beatrice and a few of her pals danced together for ages.- According to witnesses, the young princess appeared to have developed .. Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:25:01 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-beatrice-has-been-r94812.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-princess-beatrice-has-been-r94812.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) William has become one of the world's most eligible bachelors again since his split with Kate Middleton was announced at the weekend - and a line-up of beauties tipped to win his heart has already been declared. Leading the pack is Isabella Anstruther-Gough-Calthorpe, 26. Already an acquaintance of the prince, blonde Isabella famously made Kate storm out of a 2005 ball because William was paying her a lot of attention. Another favourite is William's reported old flame Jessica Craig, 25, who first met the prince when he worked on her father's estate in Kenya during his gap-year in 2001. Other girls in the .. Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:25:01 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/bets-are-being-taken-on-who-r94813.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/bets-are-being-taken-on-who-r94813.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Lloyd Webber - who gave Diana signed records from his hit musical ‘The Phantom of the Opera' - was furious to discover her former butler kept them following her death in 1997. Lloyd-Webber told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'That awful butler, Burrell or whatever his name is. He had all Diana's ‘Phantom' memorabilia. 'I was so furious about that, and when I saw in the papers he was trying to hawk it about I was so angry.- ‘The Phantom of the Opera' was Diana's favourite musical and its stars Sarah Brightman and Sir Cliff Richard had signed the records. They were .. Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:25:01 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/theatre-composer-sir-andrew-lloyd-webber-r94814.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/theatre-composer-sir-andrew-lloyd-webber-r94814.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) William, 24, who began dating Kate in 2002, reportedly realised the relationship was over following a heart-to-heart talk during their Swiss skiing holiday in Zermatt. Kate, 25, is said to have wanted to settle down, but William felt too young and insisted he needed to concentrate on his army career. A source told Britain's The Sun newspaper: 'They wanted different things she needed more commitment. They agreed to stay good friends. 'She really wanted to talk things through. The fact they were on holiday with a big group of people was a source of friction between them. 'No one knows exactly what was .. Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:24:56 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-and-kate-middleton-r94810.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-prince-william-and-kate-middleton-r94810.htm Royal News (PR-inside.com) Her protective outfit consists of an orange cape, respirator, shoes, underwear and gloves and is designed to guard against a possible chemical or biological terrorist attack. John Rowlands, managing director of the outfit's supplier Roman Workwear, told Britain's Daily Express: 'It's important that the Queen should have a kit readily available. Her Majesty did not ask for anything special- just a standard one, the same as anyone else would wear.' Roman Workwear also supply radioactive protective clothing for workers at the Sellafield nuclear plant. A 'dirty bomb' combines explosives with radioactive material which disperses when detonated. In the event of an emergency, .. Fri, 13 Apr 2007 20:14:13 GMT http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-been-fitted-r93131.htm http://www.pr-inside.com/britain-s-queen-elizabeth-has-been-fitted-r93131.htm