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Prince Harry sees the US as "home" but "cares about his UK family" and would like his children to spend time with their cousins, a royal expert said.The Duke of Sussex moved to California with his wife Meghan Markle and her native in 2020 shortly after announcing they were stepping back from their roles as working royals - the couple have remained in the US ever since.They have made several return trips back to the UK for events such as the Queen's Platinum Jubilee and funeral last year, while Harry attended his father's Coronation solo earlier this year.They currently reside in Montecito - a town in California - and have not expressed any wishes to return to the UK as Harry now sees the US as "home", royal expert Jennie Bond exclusively told OK! Before attending this year's Invictus Games in Germany, Düsseldorf, Harry returned to the UK to attend The WellChild Awards event, which was expected to be a "brief visit".Talking about Harry's life in the US away from his family, the journalist and TV presenter said: "Harry is on record as saying that he now regards the United States as home. "I’m sure he must miss many of his friends here.

Prince William gets on "brilliantly" with Kate Middleton's younger sister, Pippa who has shown her loyalty and discretion to the Royal Family, a royal expert said.The Middleton sisters, Kate and Pippa are known to be "extremely close" and "talk about everything" as often as they can and it's no surprise when they're just a year and eight months apart in age. But the close bond goes deeper in the family as royal expert Jennie Bond spoke exclusively to OK! and said the Prince of Wales " gets along brilliantly with Pippa".The journalist and TV presenter continued: "She [Pippa] has proved a loyal and discreet sister-in-law.

Friday 8 September - the first anniversary of the death of Her late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II - will see Prince and Princess of Wales will lead public tributes, while King Charles will to mark the day in quiet reflection at Balmoral, where his reign began 12 months ago. This decision, says former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond, mirrors the private manner in which the late Queen would mark the anniversary of her father’s death, at Sandringham House in Norfolk each year on 6 February.

Kate and Pippa Middleton are "extremely close" with the sisters talking "about everything", a royal expert said. Pippa, the younger sister of The Prince of Wales who is celebrating her 40th birthday today (Wednesday, 6 September) made her first noticeable public appearance when she served as Kate's maid of honour during her wedding to Prince William in April 2011.

A video of Prince Louis snubbing his heir-to-the-throne father Prince William has resurfaced, as the youngster readies himself for a second year at Berkshire's Lambrook School. All three of William, 41, and Kate Middleton's children - Princess Charlotte and Princes George and Louis - attend the school, after the Royals relocated to Windsor's Adelaide Cottage last year, but when they first walked through the grounds, it appears as though little Louis, 5, didn't need a helping hand offered by his dad. Louis was spotted clutching his mum Kate's, 41, hand as William walked beside them on their way to meeting headmaster Jonathan Perry.

Almost a year has passed since the sad loss of our beloved late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. But the memories of her dedication to duty, her unflappable nature and her wicked sense of humour live on. She had many incredible achievements to her name: she was the longest-serving monarch in British history – her reign was the third longest in world history – and the first to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.

Prince Harry will return to the UK next month, but his visit is "likely to be very brief" with peace talks a "long way off" with his father, King Charles amid the family rift. Before attending this year's Invictus Games in Germany, Düsseldorf from 9 September, the Duke of Sussex will return to the UK to attend The WellChild Awards event onThursday, 7 September.

The Royal Family are "fully aware" there's "no appetite" to see Prince Andrew return to public duties, despite joining them at Balmoral. Members of the Royal Family have headed to the Scottish retreat on what marks the first summer holiday at Balmoral since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Harry is "natural, funny and likeable" and his new Netflix documentary shows us "what we have lost", a royal expert said. The Duke of Sussex's Netflix documentary series, Heart of Invictus, was released this week and follows ex-military who competed in the 2022 Invictus Games following tragedy as they rebuild their lives. Harry founded the global sporting event, Invictus Games, in 2014 and will attend this year with his wife, Meghan Markle, joining him later when it is held in Germany, Düsseldorf from 9 September.The event is no doubt very special to Harry with his new documentary providing a closer glimpse inside those lives who compete in the games, along with the duke talking about his own experiences.

Almost a year has passed since the sad loss of our beloved late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. But the memories of her dedication to duty, her unflappable nature and her wicked sense of humour live on. She had many incredible achievements to her name: she was the longest-serving monarch in British history – her reign was the third longest in world history – and the first to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee.

Following on from suggestions that King Charles hoped to have the Duke of York and Sarah, Duchess of York relocate from Royal Lodge to the slightly smaller Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor Estate, it appears that the plans have been "shelved".The Times reports that the couple - who finalised their divorce in 1996 - will be staying put in the seven-bedroom home for some time to come after the King asked Prince Harry and Meghan to remove the remainder of their possessions from Frogmore Cottage earlier this year. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond feels that the King's idea to let the issue over residences lie for a while is a smart move.

The long summer holiday will have provided the Princess of Wales with the opportunity to catch up with friends and family. And one name sure to feature heavily in her diary is her sister Pippa, who has been by her side since the very beginning of Kate’s royal journey.

The Duchess of York is being welcomed back into the royal family by King Charles, according to an expert.

After turning 42 on August 4, Meghan Markle is still celebrating her birthday by spending some quality time with friends in California.The Duchess Of Sussex, who enjoyed a relaxed family birthday with husband Prince Harry and their two children, headed out for lunch with pals Kadi Lee, a celebrity hairdresser, and author Cleo Wade - taking a sun kissed selfie while dining al fresco. Kadi shared the picture, in which Meghan sat in the middle and wrapped her arms around the pair, to her Instagram account.

The poignant image of Anne, Princess Royal last September escorting her mother’s casket during her solemn final journey from Balmoral to Windsor is one that remains etched on the minds of so many of us. Now, as she celebrates her 73rd birthday, she faces more heartache as the one year anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death approaches.

The King has often spoken of his close relationship with the Princess of Wales and is frequently pictured sharing a laugh with her at public engagements and national celebrations. Having referred to Kate as his “darling daughter-in-law”, the pair share many interests, including an appreciation of the arts. It is this closeness that has lead many to refer to Kate as the daughter the King never had.

The Royal Family’s time at the Balmoral Estate will undoubtedly be filled with physical pursuits such as long country walks, deer stalking and horse riding, with quieter moments punctuated by picnics, barbeques and fly-fishing in the River Dee. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond spoke to OK! about how the royals typically spend their time together in the Highlands.

The Duke of Sussex has made no secret of his love for Africa - and is thought to be set to return there for a solo project later this year. Having previously called the continent his “second home”, Harry has many links to the continent, including setting up the charity Sentebale, in 2006, which helps children and young people who are struggling with their HIV status.

Prince Harry and Meghan's are reportedly making the move into movie producing and it's already been branded "insulting" amid their presumption they can just start doing the job without any qualifications.

Balmoral in the Scottish Highlands is always a magnet for the royals each August as the extended family gather for their annual staycation. But this year’s get-together will be tinged with sadness - not only is it the first year without the late Queen Elizabeth II hosting, but it’s where she passed away, just 11 months ago, on September 8. However, one expert has told OK! that the first visit of King Charles' reign will also be far more "relaxed" as the royals were "in awe" of the late monarch.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been slammed for "looking inwards" with their "curious" £3 million deal to secure the rights to a book whose characters have 'obvious parallels' with themselves, according to a royal author.

Queen Camilla's passion for literature is well-known as she has often explained the solace that reading has given her during challenging times. She has said: “If you learn to read, however difficult your life is at the time, you can pick up a book and you can escape.

Following the collapse of their deal with Spotify, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's next move was recently revealed.The Sun reported that the couple had bought the rights to a hit romantic novel Meet Me At The Lake for roughly £3million in a "Hollywood-or-bust move." The love story, written by former journalist Carley Fortune, echoes many parts of Harry and Meghan's real-life relationship. Set in Toronto, Canada - where Meghan lived when she started dating Harry - it tells the story of a couple who meet in their 30s and deals with themes including childhood trauma over losing a parent in a car crash, mental health and post-natal depression.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag The British monarchy has always had strong women at its heart and never more so than in the 21st Century. But until now, one of them hasn’t received quite the recognition she rightly deserves: Princess Beatrice. As she celebrates her 35th birthday this week, some are even dubbing her the royals’ “secret weapon” – more carefree than the Duchess of Edinburgh, more down to earth than The Princess Royal and more relatable than the polished Princess of Wales.

The Princess of Wales is often praised for her impeccable and elegant sense of fashion. Whether she is appearing in a floor length gold Jenny Packham gown for a glittering film premiere or a simple wax jacket to collect pizza during an engagement, Kate has her public image down to a tee.

The rift between estranged brothers Prince Harry and his older brother Prince William looks to be permanent damage, according to royal commentator Jennie Bond.

The past year has proved to be a turbulent one for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. With the release of Prince Harry's memoir Spare in January, they were also asked to leave their Frogmore Cottage home in Windsor and have brought a number of legal cases against various media organisations and the Home Office.

Meghan Markle is celebrating another year around the sun as she celebrates turning 42 on August 4.The Duchess of Sussex previously gave fans an insight into a birthday ritual, which she practices annually. Meghan wrote about the tradition on her popular blog, The Tig, which she closed in 2017, where she would share snippets of her private life with her followers.

In the final years of her life, Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother was often referred to as 'the best loved royal' thanks to her decades of public service. But behind palace walls, her staff knew her for the clever way she avoided any familial subject she didn't want to speak or know about. It is said the former Queen mastered this ability to such a degree that those closest to her nicknamed her "the imperial ostrich", owing to her fondness for 'sticking her head in the sand' to avoid difficult conversations.