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Britain's Prince Harry has been teased for wearing cheap socks with an £8,000 outfit.
The young royal attended an event at London's St James's Palace on Wednesday (14.01.15) to which he wore a Savile Row suit, designer shoes and a luxury watch, but has been mocked for wearing golf socks which can be bought for £1.66 a pair along with the costly ensemble.
According to The Sun newspaper, the 30-year-old prince's Dege & Skinner suit cost £3,500, which he paired with a £190 shirt and a Breitling watch, which would have set him back approximately £3,150. Completing the outfit, he wore luxury, personalised leather shoes from made-to-measure bootmaker, John Lobb.
However, when he sat down for an official photograph with NBA player Carmelo Anthony, the prince exposed his black Dunlop socks which can be purchased as part of a three-pack for £5.
The 30-year-old bachelor was with the sportsman to present graduation certificates to young people who had taken part in the Royal Foundation's Coach Core initiative, which trains sports coaches for work within their communities.
Luckily for Harry, he was upstaged by the basketball star who sported bright yellow and blue patterned socks for the occasion.
Prince Harry teased over socks
Britain's Prince Harry has been teased for wearing cheap socks with an £8,000 outfit.
The young royal attended an event at London's St James's Palace on Wednesday (14.01.15) to which he wore a Savile Row suit, designer shoes and a luxury watch, but has been mocked for wearing golf socks which can be bought for £1.66 a pair along with the costly ensemble.
According to The Sun newspaper, the 30-year-old prince's Dege & Skinner suit cost £3,500, which he paired with a £190 shirt and a Breitling watch, which would have set him back approximately £3,150. Completing the outfit, he wore luxury, personalised leather shoes from made-to-measure bootmaker, John Lobb.
However, when he sat down for an official photograph with NBA player Carmelo Anthony, the prince exposed his black Dunlop socks which can be purchased as part of a three-pack for £5.
The 30-year-old bachelor was with the sportsman to present graduation certificates to young people who had taken part in the Royal Foundation's Coach Core initiative, which trains sports coaches for work within their communities.
Luckily for Harry, he was upstaged by the basketball star who sported bright yellow and blue patterned socks for the occasion.
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Anne, Princess Royal, opened a research centre on Thursday (15.01.15).
The 64-year-old royal visited the University of Dundee to mark the official opening of the Farr Institute of Health Informatics Research, which is a state-of-the-art facility for health-related data research.
The vice-principal for research at the university and head of the college of medicine, dentistry and nursing, Professor John Connell, told those who had gathered for the event he was "delighted" the princess was in attendance, and praised cancer charity Tenovus - for which she is a patron - for supporting the centre's research.
He said: "We are delighted that HRH the Princess Royal has joined us to open the Farr Institute and also to recognise the tremendous work done by Tenovus as a charity supporting valuable medical research across Scotland."
Continuing to speak about the work undertaken at the university, Professor Connell explained how the centre had come into fruition from an initial grant from the charity, which the princess has fundraised for throughout her life.
He said: "The University has been a pioneer in the use of electronic health records to support medical research in the UK, working closely with NHS Tayside and Tenovus.
"An initial grant from Tenovus of a few thousand pounds over 20 years ago has grown into this facility we see in Dundee today and a £30million eHealth network across the UK."
The Princess Royal - who is married to Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence - previously visited Dundee University in 2011 when she opened the Centre for Molecular Medicine (CMM).
Princess Anne opens research centre
Anne, Princess Royal, opened a research centre on Thursday (15.01.15).
The 64-year-old royal visited the University of Dundee to mark the official opening of the Farr Institute of Health Informatics Research, which is a state-of-the-art facility for health-related data research.
The vice-principal for research at the university and head of the college of medicine, dentistry and nursing, Professor John Connell, told those who had gathered for the event he was "delighted" the princess was in attendance, and praised cancer charity Tenovus - for which she is a patron - for supporting the centre's research.
He said: "We are delighted that HRH the Princess Royal has joined us to open the Farr Institute and also to recognise the tremendous work done by Tenovus as a charity supporting valuable medical research across Scotland."
Continuing to speak about the work undertaken at the university, Professor Connell explained how the centre had come into fruition from an initial grant from the charity, which the princess has fundraised for throughout her life.
He said: "The University has been a pioneer in the use of electronic health records to support medical research in the UK, working closely with NHS Tayside and Tenovus.
"An initial grant from Tenovus of a few thousand pounds over 20 years ago has grown into this facility we see in Dundee today and a £30million eHealth network across the UK."
The Princess Royal - who is married to Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence - previously visited Dundee University in 2011 when she opened the Centre for Molecular Medicine (CMM).
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Catherine Duchess of Cambridge met school children in London yesterday (15.01.15).
The 33-year-old royal visited Barlby Primary School in the capital to officially name the Clore Art Room - which opened on October 1 - which offers therapeutic support to pupils who suffer from emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Arriving at the school, Catherine was greeted with a sign designed by the pupils which read "Welcome to Barlby Your Royal Highness," while the children also waved special flags which featured their own drawings of the young royal.
After receiving a round of applause in a school assembly, the duchess was presented with a small chair decorated with colourful stamps for her and Prince William's 17-month-old son, Prince George.
During her visit, Catherine entered the art facility to speak with the children themselves who told her about the projects they had been working on - which aim to develop confidence and independence through creativity - and spoke with headteachers to hear how The Art Room charity has made a "real impact" on the lives of their students.
The space is the ninth of its kind to open in the UK, and has been set up by the The Art Room - for which the duchess is a patron - for young people ages 5 to 11 at the school and the nearby Oxford Gardens Primary.
Catherine Duchess of Cambridge opens art room
Catherine Duchess of Cambridge met school children in London yesterday (15.01.15).
The 33-year-old royal visited Barlby Primary School in the capital to officially name the Clore Art Room - which opened on October 1 - which offers therapeutic support to pupils who suffer from emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Arriving at the school, Catherine was greeted with a sign designed by the pupils which read "Welcome to Barlby Your Royal Highness," while the children also waved special flags which featured their own drawings of the young royal.
After receiving a round of applause in a school assembly, the duchess was presented with a small chair decorated with colourful stamps for her and Prince William's 17-month-old son, Prince George.
During her visit, Catherine entered the art facility to speak with the children themselves who told her about the projects they had been working on - which aim to develop confidence and independence through creativity - and spoke with headteachers to hear how The Art Room charity has made a "real impact" on the lives of their students.
The space is the ninth of its kind to open in the UK, and has been set up by the The Art Room - for which the duchess is a patron - for young people ages 5 to 11 at the school and the nearby Oxford Gardens Primary.
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Britain's Prince Harry celebrated young sports graduates yesterday (14.01.15).
The 30-year-old royal attended St James's Palace for a graduation event for young people who have taken part in the Coach Core programme, which aims to train sports coaches for work within their communities.
Speaking at the event, he said: "It gives me great pleasure to be here today to congratulate the first cohort of coach core graduates.
"When my brother, Catherine and I launched the Coach Core programme back in 2012, we had a vision of young people being inspired to become amazing sports coaches for their communities and beyond: Young people, who would in turn, inspire others to change their lives through sport."
The royal - who is the son of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana - also praised those who had supported the 33 students through the programme, which was founded by the Royal Foundation.
He continued: "All those graduating today have also worked fantastically hard in getting to this point. Completing the Coach Core programme has, I know, not been easy - but then trying to be the best you can be, isn't easy.
"Today's graduation marks a success for all those involved - graduates, coaches, mentors, friends, family and all those who have supported the programme so generously."
The ceremony was also attended by NBA players Dikembe Mutombo and Carmelo Anthony, with the latter presenting Harry with the gift of a basketball shirt and size 15 basketball shoes.
Britain’s Prince Harry praises graduates
Britain's Prince Harry celebrated young sports graduates yesterday (14.01.15).
The 30-year-old royal attended St James's Palace for a graduation event for young people who have taken part in the Coach Core programme, which aims to train sports coaches for work within their communities.
Speaking at the event, he said: "It gives me great pleasure to be here today to congratulate the first cohort of coach core graduates.
"When my brother, Catherine and I launched the Coach Core programme back in 2012, we had a vision of young people being inspired to become amazing sports coaches for their communities and beyond: Young people, who would in turn, inspire others to change their lives through sport."
The royal - who is the son of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana - also praised those who had supported the 33 students through the programme, which was founded by the Royal Foundation.
He continued: "All those graduating today have also worked fantastically hard in getting to this point. Completing the Coach Core programme has, I know, not been easy - but then trying to be the best you can be, isn't easy.
"Today's graduation marks a success for all those involved - graduates, coaches, mentors, friends, family and all those who have supported the programme so generously."
The ceremony was also attended by NBA players Dikembe Mutombo and Carmelo Anthony, with the latter presenting Harry with the gift of a basketball shirt and size 15 basketball shoes.
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The British royal family have revealed the list of gifts they received in 2014.
Presents given to the royals included a "selection of condiments", crates of mangoes, and a decorated ostrich egg.
The son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George, received the most presents, 770, being presented with 219 games and toys alone during a trip to New Zealand and Australia last April.
Items received included: "121 items of clothing, 120 books, 5 textile items, 1 piece of stationery, 18 pieces of sporting equipment, 1 plaque, 3 pictures, 7 photographs, 4 perishable items, 1 musical instrument, 5 ornaments, 1 piece of jewelry, 9 household items, 219 games and toys, 2 DVDs, 2 coins, 4 CDs."
The parents of the 17-month-old prince also received a selection of gifts during the multi-week trip, including pearl earrings, a "length of cloth," a polo mallet, sheepskin boots and a surfboard.
A further 40 presents were given to the couple during their three-day trip to New York in December including four pillow cases and a dressing gown for George from Upper East Side hotel, The Carlyle.
President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama also presented gifts to Prince William during his stop-off in Washington, giving the couple a basket of honey, two books and a teddy bear for their young son.
Royals reveal gift list
The British royal family have revealed the list of gifts they received in 2014.
Presents given to the royals included a "selection of condiments", crates of mangoes, and a decorated ostrich egg.
The son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George, received the most presents, 770, being presented with 219 games and toys alone during a trip to New Zealand and Australia last April.
Items received included: "121 items of clothing, 120 books, 5 textile items, 1 piece of stationery, 18 pieces of sporting equipment, 1 plaque, 3 pictures, 7 photographs, 4 perishable items, 1 musical instrument, 5 ornaments, 1 piece of jewelry, 9 household items, 219 games and toys, 2 DVDs, 2 coins, 4 CDs."
The parents of the 17-month-old prince also received a selection of gifts during the multi-week trip, including pearl earrings, a "length of cloth," a polo mallet, sheepskin boots and a surfboard.
A further 40 presents were given to the couple during their three-day trip to New York in December including four pillow cases and a dressing gown for George from Upper East Side hotel, The Carlyle.
President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama also presented gifts to Prince William during his stop-off in Washington, giving the couple a basket of honey, two books and a teddy bear for their young son.
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The Duchess of York thinks Britain's Princess Diana would have been the "naughtiest" grandmother.
The duchess, Sarah, believes the former wife of Prince Charles would be extremely proud of her sons Princes William and Harry, and would have loved William's 17-month-old son, Prince George.
Speaking about what the princess would have been like as a grandparent, she said: "[Diana] would have just been the naughtiest, funniest and the best ever just because she loved her boys so much and she would be so proud of all of them and what they've achieved."
The royal died at the age of 36 in 1996 after being involved in a car crash in Paris, but the duchess, 55, is sure she would have been thrilled to see her sons are so happy, and would have enjoyed the company of William's wife, the Duchess of Cambridge.
She continued: "They really are extraordinary boys and Katherine is incredible.
"I just think it is all goodness and we need to hear more about goodness and Diana would have loved that."
As well as praising the young royals for their close bonds with each other, the ex-wife of Prince Andrew gushed over "squishy" Prince George.
Speaking on 'The Meredith Vieira Show', she added: "I believe in love. I believe in just that goodness of love and I think they are a beautiful example of a great family, totally in love and with that delicious little George, so squishy, you know you want to eat him."
Duchess of York: Diana would have been ‘naughtiest’ grandmother
The Duchess of York thinks Britain's Princess Diana would have been the "naughtiest" grandmother.
The duchess, Sarah, believes the former wife of Prince Charles would be extremely proud of her sons Princes William and Harry, and would have loved William's 17-month-old son, Prince George.
Speaking about what the princess would have been like as a grandparent, she said: "[Diana] would have just been the naughtiest, funniest and the best ever just because she loved her boys so much and she would be so proud of all of them and what they've achieved."
The royal died at the age of 36 in 1996 after being involved in a car crash in Paris, but the duchess, 55, is sure she would have been thrilled to see her sons are so happy, and would have enjoyed the company of William's wife, the Duchess of Cambridge.
She continued: "They really are extraordinary boys and Katherine is incredible.
"I just think it is all goodness and we need to hear more about goodness and Diana would have loved that."
As well as praising the young royals for their close bonds with each other, the ex-wife of Prince Andrew gushed over "squishy" Prince George.
Speaking on 'The Meredith Vieira Show', she added: "I believe in love. I believe in just that goodness of love and I think they are a beautiful example of a great family, totally in love and with that delicious little George, so squishy, you know you want to eat him."
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Sarah, Duchess of York has been criticised for linking Imperial College London to a questionable diet plan.
The 55-year-old royal is currently on a promotional tour of the US where she is endorsing a £65 ($100) blender - the Fusion Xcelerator - which she has associated with her work as an ambassador for the university.
Speaking on NBC's 'Today' show, she said: "I have just found out on my discoveries with Imperial College London... I'm an ambassador for the Institute for Global Health Innovation, and I found out that children, little children, are going to die before their parents because of obesity."
The duchess - also known by her maiden name Sarah Ferguson - went on to describe the device as "a solution for behavioural change," claiming to have lost 55lbs from using the emulsifier.
However, the prestigious scientific institution has now clarified her comments, explaining they do not endorse the Fusion Xcelerator and have no link to the product.
A spokesman told MailOnline: "Sarah Ferguson holds an unpaid role as an ambassador for Imperial's Institute of Global Health Innovation. The role is to raise the profile of the Institute and its impact.
"The commercial activities promoted by Sarah Ferguson in the interview with Today are not connected in any way to Imperial's staff or research activities, and the College does not endorse the suggestion of any possible link."
Scientists have also questioned the legitimacy of the device - which comes with a diet plan and fitness DVD - saying it has no distinguishing features from a regular blender.
Ayela Spiro from the British Nutrition Foundation said: "In terms of the particular product, no juicer or blender on their own can enhance how much nutrition your body will absorb. Any claims made about such products such that it accelerates weight loss, boosts energy and strengthens the immune system need to be treated with caution."
The duchess' spokesman told The Times newspaper: "She is not trying to use her association with the institute to promote her personal interests. She was talking about 'behavioural change', which is endorsed by the institute, and her own behavioural change."
Duchess of York criticised for blender promotion
Sarah, Duchess of York has been criticised for linking Imperial College London to a questionable diet plan.
The 55-year-old royal is currently on a promotional tour of the US where she is endorsing a £65 ($100) blender - the Fusion Xcelerator - which she has associated with her work as an ambassador for the university.
Speaking on NBC's 'Today' show, she said: "I have just found out on my discoveries with Imperial College London... I'm an ambassador for the Institute for Global Health Innovation, and I found out that children, little children, are going to die before their parents because of obesity."
The duchess - also known by her maiden name Sarah Ferguson - went on to describe the device as "a solution for behavioural change," claiming to have lost 55lbs from using the emulsifier.
However, the prestigious scientific institution has now clarified her comments, explaining they do not endorse the Fusion Xcelerator and have no link to the product.
A spokesman told MailOnline: "Sarah Ferguson holds an unpaid role as an ambassador for Imperial's Institute of Global Health Innovation. The role is to raise the profile of the Institute and its impact.
"The commercial activities promoted by Sarah Ferguson in the interview with Today are not connected in any way to Imperial's staff or research activities, and the College does not endorse the suggestion of any possible link."
Scientists have also questioned the legitimacy of the device - which comes with a diet plan and fitness DVD - saying it has no distinguishing features from a regular blender.
Ayela Spiro from the British Nutrition Foundation said: "In terms of the particular product, no juicer or blender on their own can enhance how much nutrition your body will absorb. Any claims made about such products such that it accelerates weight loss, boosts energy and strengthens the immune system need to be treated with caution."
The duchess' spokesman told The Times newspaper: "She is not trying to use her association with the institute to promote her personal interests. She was talking about 'behavioural change', which is endorsed by the institute, and her own behavioural change."
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Britain's Prince Harry have joined Twitter and Instagram.
The three royals have joined the social networks under the shared username @KensingtonPalace, and promise to share news about their day-to-day activities through the accounts.
The description of the Twitter account reads: "Updates, pictures and videos from Kensington Palace, about The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry and their Royal Foundation."
The new accounts on Twitter will post alongside @BritishMonarchy which publishes news from Buckingham Palace and the Royal Family, and the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall's account, @ClarenceHouse.
The new account racked up almost 50,000 followers after the first few hours of being live, and posted updates including photographs and quotes from Prince Harry's day at St James's Palace in London where he met with young graduates from the Coach Core apprenticeship scheme which aims to inspire young people through sports.
As well as the Twitter account, the Instagram page quickly gained thousands of followers, and will run alongside the Clarence House and British Monarchy accounts which each have more than 60,000 followers.
Royals join Twitter and Instagram
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Britain's Prince Harry have joined Twitter and Instagram.
The three royals have joined the social networks under the shared username @KensingtonPalace, and promise to share news about their day-to-day activities through the accounts.
The description of the Twitter account reads: "Updates, pictures and videos from Kensington Palace, about The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry and their Royal Foundation."
The new accounts on Twitter will post alongside @BritishMonarchy which publishes news from Buckingham Palace and the Royal Family, and the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall's account, @ClarenceHouse.
The new account racked up almost 50,000 followers after the first few hours of being live, and posted updates including photographs and quotes from Prince Harry's day at St James's Palace in London where he met with young graduates from the Coach Core apprenticeship scheme which aims to inspire young people through sports.
As well as the Twitter account, the Instagram page quickly gained thousands of followers, and will run alongside the Clarence House and British Monarchy accounts which each have more than 60,000 followers.
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Britain's Prince Harry will have an African inspired garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
The 30-year-old royal enlisted the help of Matt Keightley to work on the garden for his Sentebale charity, which will be inspired by Mamohato Children's Centre in Lesotho.
The landscape designer - who works for Maidenhead-based firm Farr & Roberts said: "He is very keen to know about the details, from the colour of the stone to which plants we're going to use, when they will be ready, and so on. He wants to make sure it is exactly right.
The design for the Hope in Vulnerability Garden which will cover a 32ft x 72 ft plot will feature traditional African building techniques as well as a poppy which is native to the country, which the prince hopes to bring to the UK for the first time.
He said: "People have tried and failed in the past to germinate them here, and we won't know until a couple of weeks before the show whether we've been successful."
The designer, also 30, revealed Harry asked him to be involved with the project after seeing the garden he created for Help for Heroes last year.
Describing how the opportunity arose, he said: "Prince Harry, who had made a private visit to the Help For Heroes garden one evening last year, had requested that I design a garden for Sentebale, and it's not the sort of request you turn down.
"I went to a meeting at Clarence House with Prince Harry and the Prince of Wales, whose Prince's Foundation for Building Community is part of the project, and they liked my ideas but it was suggested I should go to Lesotho.
"I went out there last August, and it was exactly what I needed to get a starting point to make sure that what I come up with really feels authentic. I want people who see the garden to feel as if they are looking into Lesotho."
The garden - which will be available to view from May 19-23 - has been funded by eponymous charity, the David Brownlow Charitable Foundation.
Prince Harry’s African inspired garden
Britain's Prince Harry will have an African inspired garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
The 30-year-old royal enlisted the help of Matt Keightley to work on the garden for his Sentebale charity, which will be inspired by Mamohato Children's Centre in Lesotho.
The landscape designer - who works for Maidenhead-based firm Farr & Roberts said: "He is very keen to know about the details, from the colour of the stone to which plants we're going to use, when they will be ready, and so on. He wants to make sure it is exactly right.
The design for the Hope in Vulnerability Garden which will cover a 32ft x 72 ft plot will feature traditional African building techniques as well as a poppy which is native to the country, which the prince hopes to bring to the UK for the first time.
He said: "People have tried and failed in the past to germinate them here, and we won't know until a couple of weeks before the show whether we've been successful."
The designer, also 30, revealed Harry asked him to be involved with the project after seeing the garden he created for Help for Heroes last year.
Describing how the opportunity arose, he said: "Prince Harry, who had made a private visit to the Help For Heroes garden one evening last year, had requested that I design a garden for Sentebale, and it's not the sort of request you turn down.
"I went to a meeting at Clarence House with Prince Harry and the Prince of Wales, whose Prince's Foundation for Building Community is part of the project, and they liked my ideas but it was suggested I should go to Lesotho.
"I went out there last August, and it was exactly what I needed to get a starting point to make sure that what I come up with really feels authentic. I want people who see the garden to feel as if they are looking into Lesotho."
The garden - which will be available to view from May 19-23 - has been funded by eponymous charity, the David Brownlow Charitable Foundation.
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