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John Rentoul writes that a change to a proportional voting system in the UK is very possible after the next election, suggesting a debate is needed on which system should be adopted.
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John Rentoul writes that a change to a proportional voting system in the UK is very possible after the next election, suggesting a debate is needed on which system should be adopted.

Netflix has announced the renewal of its animated action series 'Blue Eye Samurai' for a third and final season, confirming the conclusion of Mizu's journey for justice. The streaming giant also revealed a premiere window for Season 2 and released a teaser, as part of its broader anime slate announcements.

Judge John Roach has been recused from the case of Karmelo Anthony due to an interview, and a new judge is now set to hear Anthony's bid for a new trial, with his appearance in court noted as 'different'.

David Harbour has teased the upcoming John Rambo prequel movie, comparing Noah Centineo's portrayal to that of original star Sylvester Stallone.

An audiobook review of 'Thirst' by comedian and broadcaster John Robins describes it as a darkly funny and heartfelt account of his relationship with alcohol and journey to sobriety.

Melissa Lavigne, a frequent kayaker on the St. John River, made an unusual discovery of a headstone and grave marker belonging to two deceased Fredericton men during a recent paddle.

Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema paid tribute to the late former Ghanaian President Jerry John Rawlings, hailing his enduring legacy.
Last Sunday, Mr. John Redmond addressed a large public meeting, as reported by The Spectator Archive.

"Shark Tank" star Daymond John revealed his top business advice at Fanatics Fest, emphasizing why entrepreneurs should not chase money first.

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could potentially legalize home distilling, with Ohioan John Ream, an aerospace engineer and brewery owner, seeking to make Bourbon at home.
An opinion piece argues that Canadian Conservatives should be truthful with Canadians about economic realities, emphasizing that there is 'no free lunch'.

Direktor CIA-e John Rattcliffe izjavio je da ruski regruti po dolasku na liniju fronta u Ukrajini u prosjeku prežive između 20 i 30 minuta prije nego što budu ubijeni ili ranjeni.

Country singer John Rich has been sworn in as the USDA Special Envoy for American Landowners, with a focus on combating large wind and solar development. His appointment was announced by Donald Trump.

Xbox implemented significant layoffs across its gaming division, leading to studio closures and staff reductions at developers like the Bond and Hitman studio. These changes follow an admission that Microsoft's streaming strategy failed and have left other studios, including Obsidian, uncertain about future projects, while Xbox also announced new Game Pass additions.

US Chief Justice John Roberts is described as playing a 'long game' on the Supreme Court, having defied Trump while simultaneously expanding the scope of presidential power under his leadership.

NPR's report on Justice Alito's retirement, which also aired on its broadcast, collapsed after it was revealed to be based on a misunderstanding of a statement by Chief Justice John Roberts.
An analysis of John Rogers' contrarian investment playbook, evaluating companies like Envista, MSG Entertainment, and Smucker for retirement investors.

John Rogers of Ariel Investments has identified several small-cap names, including for-profit education company Covista, as attractive investment opportunities. He believes these stocks are poised for growth as the broader market rally expands.

The release of new videos, photos, and 911 calls by Judge John Roach on June 20 has triggered false social media narratives suggesting Karmelo Anthony's innocence.

Daveigh Chase's former manager, John Ryan, is vehemently disputing claims made on a GoFundMe page by the late actress's boyfriend, urging people not to contribute as there are no medical bills or funeral expenses.

Cambridge experts have recreated the 336-year-old garden of John Ray, a 17th-century botanist credited with coining terms like 'petal' and 'pollen' and laying foundations for modern biology.

An article by John R. Lott Jr. via RealClearInvestigations suggests a correlation between an increase in Americans carrying firearms and a decrease in violent crime rates.

Judge John Roach defended his decision to bar cameras from the Karmelo Anthony murder trial, stating it was an "easy decision" necessary to ensure a fair trial for all parties involved.

Authored by John Rosenburger, this piece questions whether Trump has 'opened Pandora's Box,' arguing that the limits of U.S. military power are now fully exposed 2.5 months into the U.S.-Israeli war against a nation that posed no threat.

Lionsgate has announced a prequel film titled 'John Rambo', set to be released on June 4, 2027. The movie will explore the origin story of the iconic character, preceding the events of the original saga.
An opinion piece by John Robson argues that escalating debt, whether under figures like Carney or Trump, is contributing to the collapse of civilization, urging readers to focus on this decay rather than political shifts.


Cauayan Mayor John Rey Tabujara condemned alleged violence, intimidation, and disturbance caused by the New People’s Army (NPA) in his municipality, assuring public safety.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a surprise visit to Cuba, urging the nation to implement "fundamental changes" amid reports of fuel shortages and massive blackouts in Cuba.

The Texas Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, accusing the streaming giant of illegally spying on children, collecting their data without consent, and designing its platform to be addictive. The suit alleges a 'bait and switch' tactic regarding user data.
Three people were injured in reported stabbings in the Linwood suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand. Hato Hone St John reported that one person sustained serious injuries, and two others were in moderate condition.

Chief Justice John Roberts has defended the US Supreme Court justices, stating they are not 'political' amidst public backlash. He addressed what he believes Americans misunderstand about the court and its members.

John Ritter's classic 26-year-old fantasy series is officially being rebooted, with details emerging about a new TV series currently in development.
UFP Industries has acquired the assets of pallet producer John Rock for $48 million, expanding its operations in the packaging sector.
A recent Supreme Court ruling concerning race protections is seen as a defining moment for Chief Justice John Roberts' legacy and is expected to significantly impact the Congressional Black Caucus.

Lionsgate's chairman stated that the upcoming Rambo prequel, "John Rambo," will be "entirely respectful" to Sylvester Stallone's original action franchise, as production begins without Stallone in the lead role.

Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing a potential Commons vote on an inquiry into the "Mandelson vetting scandal." The controversy has led to questions about his leadership and whether he can survive the political pressure.

Oscar winner John Ridley, co-host of Deadline’s Doc Talk podcast, recorded interviews at the Milwaukee Film Festival, discussing documentaries like ‘Newport & The Great Folk Dream’ and ‘All Of The Above’.

Production has wrapped on the prequel film 'John Rambo,' which features Noah Centineo in a leading role.

Old Navy has released a new designer collaboration with Christopher John Rogers, featuring bold colors and prints expected to be popular this summer.

An opinion piece explores the possibility of a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution to redefine citizenship, referencing recent oral arguments and Chief Justice John Roberts.

The Cyprus Symphony Orchestra will present its first classical music concert of April, featuring John Rutter’s Requiem and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Exsultate in celebration of the Easter spirit.

EXCLUSIVE: Amid the buzzy rollout of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, which she co-headlines for FX, Sarah Pidgeon has entered talks to star alongside Kevin Costner and Jake Gyllenhaal in Honeymoon with Harry, Amazon MGM Studios’ new dramedy from directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa. No word yet on the role to […]

The public remarks from Chief Justice John Roberts were his first since President Trump excoriated the justices who ruled against his tariffs in harsh and personal terms.

Gun Control's Endgame: No Guns For Anyone Authored by John R. Lott Jr. via RealClearPolitics, Gun control advocates do not just oppose civilian gun ownership; they also argue that guns in the hands of police make people less safe. Gabby Giffords In January, a Border Patrol agent in Portland shot and wounded two Venezuelan nationals who belonged to the violent Tren de Aragua gang after they allegedly tried to run agents over with their vehicle. In response, Kris Brown, presiden...
John Risley's 11,000-square-foot residence in Halifax has four bedrooms, seven bathrooms, an elevator and overlooks the Northwest Arm


DÉCRYPTAGE - Nommé par le président américain il y a un an, le directeur de l’agence de renseignement a été au cœur des récentes opérations militaires qui ont participé à transformer en profondeur la…

The family of Ihotu John Rebecca, a Nigerian female footballer kidnapped on the Benin Expressway has called on well-meaning Nigerians to come to their aid as the abductors of their daughter are asking for a N20 million ransom. The post Nigerian female football player kidnapped appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Defence Forces has said that the Irish patrol vessel, the LÉ Samuel Beckett, sustained "slight damage" while departing Sir John Rodgerson's Quay in Dublin this morning.
Actors J.K. Simmons, Abby Elliott, and John Reynolds have been cast in Lindsay Lanzillotta’s debut feature dramedy, 'Purgatory,' alongside Ruby McGurrin, Lauren MacRae, Mary Walsh, and Jack Innanen.
The Supreme Court has issued a ruling striking down some of former President Trump's most extensive tariffs, leading to immediate reactions and fallout.
The economics discipline has largely overlooked John Ruskin's concept of 'illith,' which refers to destructive economic activity, raising questions about the field's scope and focus.

A US federal judge has invalidated the Trump administration's policy that froze immigrant visa applications for citizens from 75 countries, including Nigeria and Morocco. The ruling deemed the ban "patently unlawful," allowing citizens from affected nations to reapply for visas.

Episode 5 of HBO Max's 'Stuart Fails To Save the Universe,' a Big Bang Theory spinoff, explores how utopia was ruined, featuring actors John Ross Bowie and Brian Posehn.
John Rogers, the Chief Financial Officer of Smith+Nephew, has resigned from his position.

Over two decades after his death, actress Katey Sagal, who played John Ritter's onscreen wife, shares details about his final moments and navigating grief.
Pop icon Elton John is highlighted not only for his music but also for his surprisingly good and extensive collection of photographs.

Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema honored the late former Ghanaian President Jerry John Rawlings by laying a wreath at his tomb during a ceremony at the Military Cemetery in Accra.

Details have emerged about Emma Stone's audition for 'Crazy, Stupid, Love,' revealing that her 'play it cool' approach was a key factor in directors Glenn Ficarra and John Requa casting her.
Hato Hone St John reports that ambulance callouts to Auckland's homeless population have nearly doubled, with assaults and people collapsing being among the most common reasons for emergency services.

An explanation of John Rod, a new viral Stand character from the popular anime and manga series JoJo's Bizarre Adventures.

John Romero, co-creator of the iconic game Doom, is set to be a headline speaker at the Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show in 2026.

Elton John shared that his favorite comfort food is a simple bacon sandwich made with just three ingredients.

A Bloomberg report, citing CIA Director John Ratcliffe, states that Russian soldiers on the front lines in Ukraine are surviving only 20-30 minutes on average due to Ukrainian AI-controlled attack drones.

Nigel Farage's by-election campaign in Clacton has been officially confirmed, with the Reform UK leader notably facing satirical candidate Count Binface, drawing significant media attention to the contest.

Following his murder conviction, Karmelo Anthony's legal team has filed motions to remove Judge John Roach from the case and to secure a new murder trial, citing constitutional arguments.

Chief Justice John Roberts navigated a tumultuous Supreme Court term, confronting the president, forming unexpected coalitions, and achieving long-held objectives.

The C.I.A. is undergoing a reorganization to prioritize cyberoperations, with Director John Ratcliffe stating the agency will take “smart risks” while ensuring human oversight of artificial intelligence.
Chief Justice John Roberts has reportedly worked for decades to overturn a 1935 precedent that limited a president’s authority to fire officials, aiming to expand executive power.

Political leaders and party cadres in Accra gathered to commemorate the 79th birthday of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, reflecting on the foundational ideals of Ghana’s democratic transition and his legacy.

Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield by-election has intensified pressure on Labour leader Keir Starmer, with many speculating that Burnham is positioning himself to challenge Starmer for the party's leadership and potentially become the next Prime Minister.

Ghana's National Democratic Congress (NDC), in collaboration with the J.J. Rawlings Foundation, will commemorate the party's founder, Jerry John Rawlings, with events including a headquarters naming and bust unveiling on what would have been his 79th birthday.

John Roberts, CEO of AO World, stated that the company is hiring staff in South Africa and utilizing AI in warehouses to cut costs, attributing the move to a proposed job tax hike by the UK Labour party.

Pamela Adlon and BD Wong have been cast as series regulars in Prime Video's adaptation of 'Sex Criminals,' joining leads Imogen Poots and John Reynolds, with Kumail Nanjiani's casting also confirmed.

The U.S. military announced it was striking multiple targets in Iran for a second consecutive day, with President Trump vowing to hit 'hard.' This comes amidst escalating tensions and discussions about the U.S. role in escorting oil through the Strait of Hormuz.
Elected as the new leader of the B.C. Conservatives, John Rustad Findlay stated she would maintain 'economic relations' with an independent Alberta, expressing understanding for the 'frustration behind things like the (Alberta) referendum.'

A prequel movie to the Rambo franchise, titled 'John Rambo', has been officially scheduled for a summer 2027 release. Lionsgate has set an early June 2027 date for the film.

Sligo Rovers demonstrated bravery by coming from behind to defeat Shamrock Rovers, with Carl McHugh scoring a 97th-minute winner at Tallaght Stadium.

Groups are protesting alleged surveillance activities at a mortuary in Negros where the remains of Vince Francis Dingding, a former UP Cebu student leader and alleged rebel, are being held. Cauayan Mayor John Rey Tabujara stated that Dingding would be given a decent burial.

The Cannes Film Festival featured the premiere of James Gray's film 'Paper Tiger,' starring Adam Driver, Miles Teller, and Scarlett Johansson, which received a lengthy standing ovation. Director Peter Jackson was also honored with an honorary Palme d'Or at the festival's opening ceremony.

A Lionsgate executive has offered a promising update on the upcoming Rambo prequel movie, which will not star Sylvester Stallone.

An opinion piece from American Thinker, authored by J.B. Shurk, strongly criticizes Chief Justice John Roberts, accusing him of pragmatically defending the Establishment's interests.

Imogen Poots and John Reynolds have been cast in the lead roles for Amazon Prime Video's upcoming series 'Sex Criminals'. The show is based on the popular comic book series.

Clarence Thomas has become the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history, with his seniority allowing him to decide who writes opinions in majority decisions not including Chief Justice John Roberts, further solidifying his conservative influence.
John Ryan discusses his upbringing in Artane, Dublin, and his company's flexible working-from-home policy, which he believes makes them a leader in financial services.

The Supreme Court's decision on redistricting has provided a significant advantage to Republicans, allowing them to proceed with their plans ahead of the midterm elections, following the effective weakening of the Voting Rights Act.

John Rogers, a former attorney general, has lost his legal challenge against the planning approval for the Slane bypass in Ireland, having argued that the planning commission lacked sufficient environmental expertise.

An exclusive extract from the comedian’s new memoir • ‘I wanted alcohol to take me to a place where I was not’ Read an interview with John Robins The first time I tasted alcohol that wasn’t licked…
Columnist John Robson argues that the solution to Canada's economic challenges lies in comprehensive deregulation, criticizing the Liberal government's interventionist approach.

Following another damaging Supreme Court leak, Chief Justice John Roberts is facing increasing pressure to involve the FBI and protect the court's credibility.

Actor David Harbour has been cast as Major Trautman in the upcoming 'John Rambo' film. He will portray a commanding officer and mentor to Noah Centineo's character.

Elton John is set to receive the Glenn Gould Prize in May, an award announced over a year ago, with performances by artists including Sarah McLachlan and Diana Krall.

An article delves into the origins and evolution of the four-word phrase 'not fit for purpose,' first uttered by Labour Home Secretary John Reid, which has become synonymous with incompetence.
Chief Justice John Roberts has voiced concerns about the future of the legal profession, stating that the age of AI will be "really tough for young lawyers" after being "completely befuddled" by AI's capabilities.

John Roberts Calls For Restraint After Years Of Judicial Overreach Authored by David Manney via PJMedia.com, Chief Justice John Roberts, the person in charge of the Supreme Court of the United States, recently stepped forward with a familiar appeal, urging Americans to dial back personal attacks on judges and to show respect for the judiciary. The message landed with a tone of concern, almost paternal, as if the country had suddenly lost its bearings and needed a reminder about ...
Chief Justice John Roberts says that hostility toward judges has ‘got to stop’ CNN

Ecuador's Interior Minister John Reimberg has warned residents in four provinces to obey a curfew to avoid 'collateral damage' as the country prepares for an attack on its 'criminal economy', with backing from former US President Trump.

EXCLUSIVE: Three-time Oscar nominee and original John Rambo actor, Sylvester Stallone, has come aboard Lionsgate, Millenium Media and AGBO prequel John Rambo as an executive producer.
Creator, director and co-writer John Ryan and producer Andrew Freedman fly to Los Angeles for awards ceremony

Bo Gritz, a Vietnam War hero who inspired Sylvester Stallone's character John Rambo in "First Blood," is dead. Bo died Friday at his home in Sandy Valley, Nevada ... according to his wife. His official cause of death is unclear, but Bo's wife…

The Irish Naval ship LÉ Samuel Beckett sustained damage after colliding with the quayside in Dublin city. The incident occurred as the vessel was departing Sir John Rogerson’s Quay.
Przywódcy republikanów i demokratów w Kongresie zapoznali się z tajnymi informacjami na temat sytuacji w sprawie Iranu. W spotkaniu uczestniczyli sekretarz stanu USA Marco Rubio i dyrektor CIA John Ra

CIA Admits There Was Political Bias In Obama-Era Intelligence For years, anyone who questioned whether Washington’s intelligence machinery tilted left was told they were peddling conspiracies. That narrative fell apart on Friday, when CIA Director John Ratcliffe ordered the official retraction or major revision of nineteen intelligence products produced during the Obama years, citing political bias and substandard analytic tradecraft. It’s the first official acknowledgment that ...

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. CTR/ Star Max/ AP Images King Edward VIII rejected the crown in 1936 so he could marry a divorced American woman. In 1995, Diana sat down for a tell-all solo interview and talked about Charles' affair. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. For centuries, the British royal family has cultivated an image of duty and decorum. As public figures, they've also had their share of scandals. Forbidden romances, tabloid firestorms, and allegations of misconduct have rocked the House of Windsor over the years. Here's a look at some of the biggest scandals involving royal family members. King Edward VIII rejected the crown in 1936 so he could marry a divorced American woman. Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII. Len Putnam/AP Directly after his father died in 1936, Edward VIII took the throne. Less than a year later, he renounced it. That's because he had fallen hard for Wallis Simpson, an American socialite who'd already been divorced once and was working through her second. His proposal of marriage caused social and political uproar, since the Church of England technically forbade Edward from marrying someone who'd been divorced. Eventually, Edward was forced to abdicate. "I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King [...] without the help and support of the woman I love," he said in a radio address to the nation in December 1936. Edward and Simpson married in 1937 and stayed together until Edward's death in 1972. (And she wasn't the only commoner who married into royalty.) Princess Margaret fell in love with a married man. Captain Peter Townsend and Princess Margaret. AP Captain Peter Townsend was a Royal Air Force officer who served as an equerry — essentially an attendant to the royal family. He spent a great deal of time with Margaret, and before long, the two fell in love. The only problem was that he was married. Things got even more scandalous in 1953 when Townsend divorced his wife and proposed to Margaret, but the rules of the Church of England forbade such a marriage. (After all, Margaret's uncle Edward VIII had to relinquish the throne in order to marry a divorcee.) The relationship came to a heartbreaking close in 1955 when they called off the engagement. There was simply no way for Captain Townsend and Princess Margaret to have a happy ending. Her eventual marriage to a different man ended in a high-profile divorce. Princess Margaret and Anthony Armstrong Jones. AP Not long after calling things off with Townsend, Margaret married photographer Anthony Armstrong Jones. It was the first royal wedding to ever be televised. A few years later, their union became a source of "growing public ridicule," The New York Times reported. They fought in public, Margaret took long vacations without her husband, and rumors swirled around her close friendship with a man 17 years her junior. In 1976, the couple announced their separation, and two years later, they were officially divorced. Margaret became the first royal to divorce since Henry VIII, who reigned way back in the 1500s. Princess Diana and an alleged lover were secretly recorded on the phone. Princess Diana and James Gilbey. Kimimasa Mayama/Reuters; David Jones/AP In 1992 — while then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana were still married — media outlets published the transcript of a conversation between Diana and an alleged lover named James Gilbey. In the conversation, Gilbey told Diana that he loved her and called her by the pet name "Squidgy" 53 times. That's how the scandal earned the memorable moniker "Squidgygate." Later, in an interview, Diana confirmed that the conversation was real, but denied that it was adulterous in nature. The same thing happened to Diana's husband, Charles. Camilla Parker Bowles and Prince Charles. Alistair Grant/AP Not long after Diana's leaked phone call, Charles, Queen Elizabeth's oldest son, had one of his own. An Australian magazine published the transcript of a call between Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles — a longtime married friend. The transcript all but confirmed what many rumors had postulated: That Charles and Camilla were romantically involved. In one of the more confounding parts of the conversation, the couple joked about Charles turning into a tampon in order to "live inside" Camilla's trousers. Later that year, Charles and Diana announced their separation. Then Diana gave a bombshell TV interview, and the marriage collapsed for good. Prince Charles and Princess Diana in 1992. AP In 1995, Diana sat down for a tell-all solo interview with journalist Martin Bashir to talk about the immense pressures of public life and her struggles with self-harm, postpartum depression, and bulimia. She also revealed that she knew about Charles' affair with Camilla. ("There were three of us in this marriage, so it was a bit crowded," she famously quipped.) And Diana even admitted that she'd been unfaithful to Charles, saying that she had been "in love" with James Hewitt, her riding instructor. The BBC interview itself has since come under scrutiny. An article in the Sunday Times in 2020 alleged that Bashir manipulated Diana into doing the interview by showing her brother, Charles Spencer, fake bank statements that purported to show the media had been paying royal associates for information about her. A 2021 inquiry concluded that Bashir acted in a "deceitful" way, and the BBC and Bashir apologized. A few weeks after the interview, the Queen herself urged her son and daughter-in-law to divorce, and the following year, they made it official. Charles and Camilla, on the other hand, wed in 2005 and are still together. Princess Anne divorced her husband and married a member of the royal staff. Mark Phillips and Princess Anne in 1976. AP Princess Anne, the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II, married Olympic equestrian Mark Phillips in 1973. The couple spent large swaths of time apart and didn't appear to be happy — People magazine described the marriage as a "joyless sham." Then, in spring 1989, a British newspaper obtained stolen copies of letters written to Anne by one of her equerries, a British naval officer named Timothy Laurence. Though the content of the letters wasn't made public, tabloids described them as "extremely intimate" and "too hot to handle." In 1992, Anne announced that she was divorcing Phillips, and that she planned to marry Laurence. The two have been together ever since. Paparazzi caught Sarah Ferguson in a compromising "toe-licking" incident. Sarah Ferguson. John Redman/AP Sarah Ferguson (popularly known as "Fergie") married Queen Elizabeth's son, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, in 1986. Six years later, scandal erupted: Paparazzi photographers captured Fergie vacationing with an American financial advisor named John Bryan. In one photo — an image quickly plastered on the front page of The Sun — Bryan appeared to be licking Fergie's foot. Things didn't go very well after that. Fergie and Andrew separated in 1992, the same year as Charles and Diana, and divorced in 1996. Later, Fergie was accused of taking a $633,000 bribe. Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew on their wedding day in 1986. AP Fergie's marital drama didn't end after the divorce. In 2010, a News of the World journalist posed as a businessman and said he got Fergie to accept a £500,00 (about $633,000) bribe in exchange for access to her ex-husband, The Guardian reported. A video recording of their meeting was released to the media, and Fergie later apologized, saying she'd made a "serious lapse in judgment," Reuters reported. Prince Harry spent a day (yes, a single day) in rehab. The clinic where Prince Harry spent a single day in 2002. Sion Touhig/Getty Images After admitting to his father that he'd tried marijuana, a 17-year-old Prince Harry spent a day at the Featherstone Lodge rehabilitation center in London, The Telegraph reported. A statement from the royal family said Harry had agreed to visit the clinic "to learn about the possible consequences of starting to take cannabis." He was also photographed wearing a Nazi costume. Prince Harry's Nazi costume made headlines around the world. Adam Butler/AP In January 2005, British paper The Sun published a front-page photo of Harry wearing a Nazi armband, apparently at a costume party. The prince, who was 20 at the time, quickly released a statement of apology that read: "Prince Harry has apologised for any offence or embarrassment he has caused. He realises it was a poor choice of costume." In 2012, Harry got naked at a private party in Las Vegas, and someone leaked the photos to The Sun. Prince Harry in 2012. Sang Tan/AP The British tabloid published the naked photos of the prince in 2012, which were taken by another party-goer during a game of strip billiards in his hotel suite. According to an anonymous source who was in attendance, the prince's security team appeared to be aware that people were taking photos. "No one asked for our phones or anything about us when we arrived at the party," the source told The Sun. "It was obvious people were taking pictures." That same year, Closer Magazine published a photo of Kate Middleton sunbathing topless on its cover. Kate Middleton. WPA Pool/Getty Images At the time the pictures were taken, Prince William and Kate Middleton were staying in a private holiday home owned by the Queen's nephew, Viscount Linley. After the couple won a lawsuit against the company, Closer was ordered to pay $118,000 in damages to William and Kate in 2017. Meghan Markle walked herself down the aisle after her father was caught staging paparazzi photos in the lead-up to her wedding to Harry. Meghan Markle walks herself down the aisle. WPA Pool/Getty Images Thomas Markle's no-show at the royal wedding was thought to be due to his poor health, as he suffered a heart attack just days before Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in Windsor back in May 2018. However, in the year that followed, Thomas and the duchess appeared to have a strained relationship, with Thomas even speaking out against his daughter in several interviews with British tabloids. In 2011, Andrew resigned from his job because of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Prince Andrew. Sang Tan/AP Andrew served as the UK's trade envoy from 2001 through 2011, when he stepped down due to mounting criticism over some of his personal relationships, the BBC reported. Namely, he was close friends with American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This would not be the end of the matter, however. He stepped back from his royal duties altogether in 2019 after new allegations surfaced regarding his relationship with Epstein, culminating in a disastrous BBC interview. Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre, then known as Virginia Roberts, along with Ghislaine Maxwell. This photo was included in an affidavit where Giuffre claimed Prince Andrew directed her to have sex with him. Florida Southern District Court Virginia Giuffre, pictured with Andrew above, accused Epstein of forcing her to have sex with the prince when she was just 17 years old in 2001. The allegations from a 2015 defamation case resurfaced in the media as the case became unsealed. Andrew denied the claims, and a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace "emphatically denied" the allegations in an August 2019 statement provided to Business Insider. Four days after a catastrophic interview with "BBC Newsnight" where he spoke about his friendship with Epstein, Andrew announced he would step down from his royal duties. Epstein was found dead in his prison cell in August 2019 while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges. Giuffre died by suicide in 2025. Meghan Markle launched a lawsuit against British newspaper the Mail on Sunday after it published a private letter she wrote to her father. LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 11: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, attends the annual Remembrance Sunday memorial on November 11, 2018, in London, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/Samir Hussein/WireImage) Samir Hussein/WireImage Markle sued the publication over the misuse of private information, infringement of copyright, and breach of the Data Protection Act 2018 after it published excerpts from the letter earlier this year. She won the lawsuit in 2021. "I share this victory with each of you — because we all deserve justice and truth, and we all deserve better," Markle said in a statement. A judge later rejected the publisher's application for permission to appeal but said it can take the application to the Court of Appeals. The publisher, Associated Newspapers, said it would. After months of rumors, Harry and Markle announced they were taking a "step back" from royal life in 2020. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are stepping back from their roles as senior royals. Star Max/AP The announcement said they "intend to step back as 'senior' members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen." They also wrote that they would split their time between North America and the UK. The royal communications office followed up with a statement of their own. "Discussions with The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are at an early stage," the Queen's statement read. "We understand their desire to take a different approach, but these are complicated issues that will take time to work through." The couple carried out their last official royal engagement at the annual Commonwealth Day service in London in March 2020. They later bought a home in California. In March 2021, Markle and Harry gave a tell-all interview to Oprah Winfrey about their rift with the royal family, revealing one bombshell after another. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in their interview with Oprah Winfrey. Getty Images The two-hour primetime special was full of stunning revelations. Markle told Winfrey that Kate Middleton made her cry the week of her wedding over a flower girl dress and not the other way around, as had been reported in tabloids. She also said members of the royal family had "concerns and conversations" about how dark Archie's skin would be before he was born, and The Firm told them that Archie wouldn't receive a title or security, breaking from protocol. She also opened up about having suicidal thoughts amid constant tabloid criticism and racism, and said a senior member of the royal institution wouldn't let her seek help. Harry revealed that his family cut him off financially in the first quarter of 2020, and that Charles stopped taking his phone calls before they announced they were stepping back from the royal family. He also said that it hurts that the royal family never acknowledged tabloids' racist treatment of Markle, and that none of the royal family members have reached out to apologize for the reasons he felt he had to leave. Following the interview, Buckingham Palace released a statement on behalf of the Queen. "The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan," the statement read. "The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. Whilst some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately. "Harry, Meghan, and Archie will always be much loved family members." Before the interview aired, Buckingham Palace announced they were investigating claims that Markle bullied members of the royal staff — but no such investigations had been publicly made into Andrew's involvement with Epstein. Meghan Markle (second from right), Prince Harry (right), and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (back row, right) with royal family members on Christmas Day in 2017. Chris Jackson/Getty Images The Times of London reported that Markle bullied two senior staff members during her time with the royal family. Buckingham Palace released a statement days before Markle and Harry's tell-all interview, saying that they were "very concerned" about the allegations, and that their HR team was investigating the claims. A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex denied the claims to The Times, saying that the allegations were intended to undermine Prince Harry and Markle's interview with Oprah, calling it a "calculated smear campaign." While the palace launched an investigation into allegations that Markle bullied royal staff, no such investigations were publicly made by the palace when Andrew faced scrutiny over his involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Royal biographers accused the palace of having double standards. Andrew was stripped of his royal patronages and military titles and faced a lawsuit as a private citizen instead of a royal. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JULY 01: Prince Andrew, Duke of York, attends a commemoration service at Manchester Cathedral marking the 100th anniversary since the start of the Battle of the Somme. July 1, 2016 in Manchester, England. Services are being held across Britain and the world to remember those who died in the Battle of the Somme which began 100 years ago on July 1st 1916. Armies of British and French soldiers fought against the German Empire leading to over one million lives being lost. Christopher Furlong - WPA Pool/Getty Images In August 2021, Virginia Giuffre filed a lawsuit against Andrew, accusing him of sexual assault. She alleged that Epstein forced her to have sex with Andrew in his New York mansion, in London, and on Epstein's private island in the US Virgin Islands in 2001 when she was 17. The day after US District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan said the duke's motion to dismiss Giuffre's lawsuit was "denied in all respects," Buckingham Palace released a statement announcing that Andrew would no longer hold his royal patronages and military titles. "With The Queen's approval and agreement, The Duke of York's military affiliations and Royal patronages have been returned to The Queen," a spokesperson for Buckingham Palace said in a statement sent to Business Insider in 2022. "The Duke of York will continue not to undertake any public duties and is defending this case as a private citizen." In 2022, Andrew and Giuffre reached a settlement for an undisclosed amount. Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office as police opened an investigation into his ties to Epstein. Police officers at the gates at Royal Lodge, the former home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in Windsor, Berkshire. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and is in police custody. Picture date: Thursday February 19, 2026. Jonathan Brady - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images Andrew was arrested at his home in Sandringham, Norfolk, on February 19 and was released from police custody several hours later. An investigation is ongoing. The Justice Department's Epstein files revealed additional communications between Andrew and Epstein when the former prince was a UK trade envoy. Police conducted searches of his Sandringham home and at his former home in Windsor, Berkshire. "I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office," Charles said in a statement. "What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities." The king's statement continued: "In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation. Let me state clearly: the law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all." Read the original article on Business Insider

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