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Prince William visits Government Communications Headquarters


Britain's Prince William paid a secret visit to Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire on Thursday (19.03.15).
The 32-year-old royal, who is currently preparing for the birth of his second child with the Duchess of Cambridge, travelled to Britain's most secretive building, where he was shown how the communications of suspected terrorists and foreign spy agencies are tracked.
A GCHQ spokesman said: "The prince paid a visit to GCHQ on March 19. As it was a private visit, we cannot go into the details of his itinerary."
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Kensington Palace confirmed the visit had taken place, saying it was a "private visit" taken in an "official capacity".
She added: "The travel costs for it will fall within the official Royal Travel budget."
Elsewhere, an eyewitness explained that the royal turned up in a helicopter.
The onlooker told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "William was dressed casually in a shirt and V neck sweater and what looked like beige chino trousers.
"We guessed it was going to be a member of the Royal family on board when we saw the helicopter, but it was quite a surprise to see him."

Muhammad Ali calls Prince Charles ‘the greatest’


Britain's Prince Charles has been described as "the greatest" by Muhammad Ali.
The royal, who has been touring the US with his wife the Duchess of Cornwall, was welcomed to the Kentucky Centre for African American Heritage when the letter from the iconic boxer was read out.
Ali wrote: "(My wife) Lonnie and I welcome you to our hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
"We are honoured that you have come to explore, share and learn about new sustainable initiatives that are so close to your heart.
"As you travel back to your homeland, we hope you know how much this city respects and admires the many contributions you have made in the world. We think you are the greatest."
Earlier in his four-day tour, Prince Charles met with US President Barack Obama, who said he was more popular in the US than American politicians.
Obama said: "I think it's fair to say that the American people are quite fond of the royal family."
To which Charles responded: "That's awfully nice to know."
Obama then added: "They like them much better than they like their own politicians."
At which point, Charles replied: "I don't believe that."

Prince Harry ‘may relocate to Australia’


Britain's Prince Harry could be set to effectively emigrate to Australia.
The 30-year-old royal recently announced his plan to quit working for the Armed Forces and friends of the prince have claimed he intends to spend "a lot more time [in Australia]", following his planned four-week trip that starts next month.
A friend told the Mail on Sunday newspaper: "I wouldn't be surprised if Harry spent longer in Australia. He'll be living and mixing with Australians, working with the Australian Defence Force and will get a good look at life out there.
"If he can find a function out there, perhaps some kind of charity military tie-up, that would work. He's discussed it with friends and colleagues and they say he'll like it there."
Another unnamed friend said Harry is a fan of the Australian way of life, and because he doesn't have a girlfriend in the UK, there's no reason why he couldn't relocate.
The insider explained: "He loves the fun-loving Aussie girls and there isn't anyone in the UK holding him back."
In 2003, Prince Harry spent time working as a jackaroo at a cattle station in Queensland, Australia, while he is also known to be fond of South Africa.

Prince Harry wants to ‘follow in his mother’s footsteps’


Britain's Prince Harry decided to quit the Armed Forces because he wants to "go where he is needed".
The 30-year-old royal announced his decision to leave the army earlier this month and according to one of his close circle, he is keen to follow in the footsteps of his mother Princess Diana.
The unnamed source told the Daily Mail newspaper: "He wants to go where he is needed, just as his mother did.
"He feels he can achieve something worthwhile rather than spend the next ten years sitting at a desk."
Among the projects Harry is currently working on is devising a way to mark the 20th anniversary of Diana's death, in 2017.
A long-time friend explained: "It is only a couple of years away and he has been thinking of making a major statement about it.
"It might be establishing a new charity or beefing up an existing one. It might even see him unveiled as the head of a non-government organisation, provided it was not just a ribbon-cutting position."
In the more immediate future, however, Harry is preparing to spend four weeks living and working with the Australian Defence Force.

Prince Charles visits students in Washington


Prince Charles went to visit a class of students learning English while in Washington DC on Thursday (19.03.15).
The British heir-to-the-throne and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, are on a three-day visit to the US and stopped by the Carlos Rosario Public Charter School where they witnessed Spanish-speaking and Ethiopian immigrants learning the language.
As he entered the classroom, Charles said: "Sorry, I've come to ruin your session."
As he and Camilla arrived at the school, the couple were greeted by a mariachi band playing traditional Mexican music and a throng of well-wishers all hoping to catch a glimpse of the prince and his spouse.
The education facility is named after Puerto Rico-born Carlos Rosario who went to Washington DC to work with the federal government and started various programmes to help the city's Latino residents.
As well as English lessons, the Carlos Rosario Public Charter School also supplies job training and helps adult immigrants become US Citizens.
Also on Thursday (19.03.15), Charles and Camilla visited the Armed Forces Retirement Home in the city.
While meeting military veterans, Charles tried his hand at ten pin bowling and managed to knock down four pins, and seemed delighted with his effort after admitting beforehand that he hadn't tried the sport for a "long time".
The couple also met with President Barack Obama at the White House on Thursday and will conclude their short American adventure with a trip to Kentucky on Friday (20.03.15).

Kristin Scott Thomas receives Damehood from Queen Elizabeth


Kristin Scott Thomas was presented with her Damehood from Queen Elizabeth on Thursday (19.03.15).
The 54-year-old actress went to Buckingham Palace to receive the honour and during their meeting the British monarch discovered Kristin is going to be playing her in the play 'The Audience'.
The queen had a word of warning about portraying her on the stage.
Revealing her conversation with Elizabeth, 88, Kristin said: "She asked me what I was doing next, so I had to tell her and she said it would be quite a challenge."
'The English Patient' star Kristin is steeping into the royal role - originally played by Dame Helen Mirren in the production's initial West End run and move to Broadway - from May when it comes to London again at the Apollo Theatre with previews from April.
'The Audience' is inspired by the queen's private weekly meetings with all of Britain's Prime Ministers during her six-decade reign on the throne.
The damehood for Kristin - who was born in Cornwall, England, but has lived in Paris, France, since she was 19 - comes 12 years after she was presented with an OBE in 2003.

Prince Charles thanked for banning foie gras


Prince Charles was thanked for banning foie gras from his royal menus during his visit to the White House on Thursday (19.03.15).
The 66-year-old British royal and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, went to the famous American building to meet with President Barack Obama and outside the residence animal rights activists assembled to let Charles know they appreciate his views on animal welfare and the environment.
One placard, held by a PETA supporter dressed in a giant goose suit, read: "Charlie is my darling for banning foie gras from royal menus."
PETA - People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals - has long called for the ban of sales of foie gras, a delicacy made from force-feeding geese and ducks to fatten up their livers. The process causes much distress to the animals and effectively gives them diseased organs.
In 2008, the heir-to-the-throne ordered his personal chefs to stop buying foie gras and stop serving it to guests at his residences.
Charles was inspired to take the dish off his menus after receiving a letter from an animal rights activist from Bristol, South West England.
At the time, the letter writer received the following response from Charles' Deputy Master of the Household: "The Prince of Wales has asked me to write and thank you for your letter about animal welfare issues surrounding the production of foie gras and your experience. I just wanted to reassure you that The Prince of Wales has a policy that his chefs should not buy foie gras."
While at the White House Charles and Camilla enjoyed an informal talk with the president, during which Obama claimed the American public liked the British royal family "much better" than their own elected politicians.

Prince William meets ambassadors with Queen

Prince William joined Queen Elizabeth to meet several ambassadors on Wednesday (18.03.15). The 32-year-old British royal joined his grandmother at Buckingham Palace in London as she met with the guests from around the world in order to observe her res...

Prince Charles praised by President Obama


Prince Charles was told by President Barack Obama that he was more popular in the US than American politicians when they met on Thursday (19.03.15).
The heir-to-the-British throne met with the president at the White House and as they chatted informally in the Oval Office, Obama expressed the love American citizens have for Charles and the rest of the royal family.
He said: "I think it's fair to say that the American people are quite fond of the royal family."
To which Charles replied: "That's awfully nice to know."
Obama then added: "They like them much better than they like their own politicians."
Charles then said: "I don't believe that."
The 66-year-old prince and the political leader then went on to discuss the royal's tour of Mount Vernon, the home of America's first president, George Washington.
Charles was joined by his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, and Vice President Joe Biden also sat with the trio.
Numerous journalists and photographers were allowed in the room to document parts of their informal chat and at one stage Charles pointed out The Sun's veteran royal photographer Arthur Edwards to Obama, 53, telling him the snapper had been photographing him for 35 years.
He also revealed the first president Edwards had photographed was Ronald Reagan, to which Obama said "awesome".
Obama is the sixth American president Charles has met in his lifetime during his 23 trips to the States.
Charles and Camilla are currently on a three-day visit to the country and are heading to Kentucky today (20.03.15) after spending two days in Washington DC.

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