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Britain's Queen Elizabeth is reportedly concerned about climate change.
The 88-year-old monarch is said to have voiced her fears during a meeting with the Met Office's chief scientist, Dame Julia Slingo, during a private lunch at her London residence, Buckingham Palace.
A guest at the event told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Dame Julia was telling the Queen about the new £97million computer at the Met Office, which is capable of predicting how the Earth's temperature will change over the next century.
"Her Majesty used the opportunity to talk about the unprecedented flooding at Balmoral. She wondered if it was caused by climate change."
Despite enjoying a largely dry summer, freak storms are said to have caused the worst flash flooding since records began in streams on the Queen's 50,000-acre estate in the Highlands of Scotland.
And although the Queen often avoids expressing her opinions in public, it is known she has a keen interest in current affairs and has previously spoken of her concern over environmental issues.
Meanwhile, the Queen's husband, Prince Philip, was also in attendance at the luncheon and was likely to have had something to say on the matter.
Last year, the Duke of Edinburgh invited Britain's best-known global-warming heretic, broadcaster David Bellamy to give a lecture at Buckingham Palace.
Queen Elizabeth concerned about climate change
Britain's Queen Elizabeth is reportedly concerned about climate change.
The 88-year-old monarch is said to have voiced her fears during a meeting with the Met Office's chief scientist, Dame Julia Slingo, during a private lunch at her London residence, Buckingham Palace.
A guest at the event told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Dame Julia was telling the Queen about the new £97million computer at the Met Office, which is capable of predicting how the Earth's temperature will change over the next century.
"Her Majesty used the opportunity to talk about the unprecedented flooding at Balmoral. She wondered if it was caused by climate change."
Despite enjoying a largely dry summer, freak storms are said to have caused the worst flash flooding since records began in streams on the Queen's 50,000-acre estate in the Highlands of Scotland.
And although the Queen often avoids expressing her opinions in public, it is known she has a keen interest in current affairs and has previously spoken of her concern over environmental issues.
Meanwhile, the Queen's husband, Prince Philip, was also in attendance at the luncheon and was likely to have had something to say on the matter.
Last year, the Duke of Edinburgh invited Britain's best-known global-warming heretic, broadcaster David Bellamy to give a lecture at Buckingham Palace.
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Pippa Middleton is reportedly set to become a correspondent on 'Today'.
The 31-year-old beauty - who is the younger sister of Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge - is said to be close to being offered a job by US TV network NBC after her interview with host Matt Lauer earlier this year proved a hit with viewers.
A source told the New York Post newspaper's PageSix: "'Today' has been doing a test piece with Pippa in Utah, and if it works out well - and it looks like it will - they will hire her as a correspondent."
Shortly after her interview with Matt in June, it was reported that Pippa - who is a party planner and writer - would be presenting special segments on issues such as lifestyle and health, rather than the British royals.
An insider said at the time: "NBC, along with all the major networks, has been trying to sign Pippa for some time."
However, a representative for NBC denied Pippa would be restricted to those subjects, saying: "This is 100 per cent not true and it seems anyone suggesting otherwise is 'royally' jealous."
Pippa Middleton to get job on Today show
Pippa Middleton is reportedly set to become a correspondent on 'Today'.
The 31-year-old beauty - who is the younger sister of Britain's Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge - is said to be close to being offered a job by US TV network NBC after her interview with host Matt Lauer earlier this year proved a hit with viewers.
A source told the New York Post newspaper's PageSix: "'Today' has been doing a test piece with Pippa in Utah, and if it works out well - and it looks like it will - they will hire her as a correspondent."
Shortly after her interview with Matt in June, it was reported that Pippa - who is a party planner and writer - would be presenting special segments on issues such as lifestyle and health, rather than the British royals.
An insider said at the time: "NBC, along with all the major networks, has been trying to sign Pippa for some time."
However, a representative for NBC denied Pippa would be restricted to those subjects, saying: "This is 100 per cent not true and it seems anyone suggesting otherwise is 'royally' jealous."
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Residents in the Colombian city of Cartagena are calling for a plaque that Britain's Prince Charles unveiled last week to be taken down.
The commemoration was intended to mark the suffering of both sides during Britain's ill-fated attack on the city in 1741, but angry citizens have now called for it to be removed, the Independent newspaper reports.
Some residents of the coastal resort claim the marble monument - which commemorates "the courage and suffering of all those who died in battle trying to take the city and Fort San Felipe under the command of Admiral Edward Vernon at Cartagena de Indias in 1741" - glorifies 18th century "English pirates".
Britain sent a naval fleet of nearly 200 vessels and approximately 30,000 military personnel in an attempt to claim Cartagena and seize control of key Spanish ports dominating access to the Caribbean and Latin America.
The siege was a disaster and resulted in the loss of 18,000 men to death or disease, including militia recruited from the then American colonies, and the end of ambitions to extend the Crown's imperial possessions to South America,
The city's mayor, Dionisio Velez, attempted to leave the history of the two countries - which also caused nearly 2,000 Spanish casualties - in the past in an attempt to attract British tourists from cruise ships calling at the port, but his plan now appears to have backfired.
Colombians call for Prince Charles’ plaque to be removed
Residents in the Colombian city of Cartagena are calling for a plaque that Britain's Prince Charles unveiled last week to be taken down.
The commemoration was intended to mark the suffering of both sides during Britain's ill-fated attack on the city in 1741, but angry citizens have now called for it to be removed, the Independent newspaper reports.
Some residents of the coastal resort claim the marble monument - which commemorates "the courage and suffering of all those who died in battle trying to take the city and Fort San Felipe under the command of Admiral Edward Vernon at Cartagena de Indias in 1741" - glorifies 18th century "English pirates".
Britain sent a naval fleet of nearly 200 vessels and approximately 30,000 military personnel in an attempt to claim Cartagena and seize control of key Spanish ports dominating access to the Caribbean and Latin America.
The siege was a disaster and resulted in the loss of 18,000 men to death or disease, including militia recruited from the then American colonies, and the end of ambitions to extend the Crown's imperial possessions to South America,
The city's mayor, Dionisio Velez, attempted to leave the history of the two countries - which also caused nearly 2,000 Spanish casualties - in the past in an attempt to attract British tourists from cruise ships calling at the port, but his plan now appears to have backfired.
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Britain's Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall needed a magnifying glass to see the presents gifted to them on their tour of Mexico.
Prince Charles and his wife, Duchess Camilla were presented with three miniature artworks by President Enrique Pena Nieto to mark their visit to the Latin American country, and needed the tool to see the intricate designs.
The artform - known as the Tree of Life and made of colourful clay - traditionally depict biblical stories but the artist instead had chosen to construct tiny images of the royal couple and their favourite hobbies and pastimes.
Returning the favour, the heir to the British throne and his wife later presented Mr. Pena Nieto and his other half with plates decorated with plants from his Highgrove garden and two wine coasters.
Earlier in the day, demonstrating his passion for promoting organic produce, Charles visited an island farm and travelled in a flat bottomed boat in which you have to stand rather than sit.
Meanwhile, Camilla met with two survivors of human trafficking at the Fundancion Camino A Casa - The Road Home, which provides shelter and rehabilition for under-age victims of the sex trade - and told them that she was both "humbled and moved" by their experiences.
Later today (04.11.14) the royal couple will visit the stunning Edzna Maya archaeological site, in the town of Campeche, which dates back to the year 400BC.
Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall needed magnifying glass
Britain's Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall needed a magnifying glass to see the presents gifted to them on their tour of Mexico.
Prince Charles and his wife, Duchess Camilla were presented with three miniature artworks by President Enrique Pena Nieto to mark their visit to the Latin American country, and needed the tool to see the intricate designs.
The artform - known as the Tree of Life and made of colourful clay - traditionally depict biblical stories but the artist instead had chosen to construct tiny images of the royal couple and their favourite hobbies and pastimes.
Returning the favour, the heir to the British throne and his wife later presented Mr. Pena Nieto and his other half with plates decorated with plants from his Highgrove garden and two wine coasters.
Earlier in the day, demonstrating his passion for promoting organic produce, Charles visited an island farm and travelled in a flat bottomed boat in which you have to stand rather than sit.
Meanwhile, Camilla met with two survivors of human trafficking at the Fundancion Camino A Casa - The Road Home, which provides shelter and rehabilition for under-age victims of the sex trade - and told them that she was both "humbled and moved" by their experiences.
Later today (04.11.14) the royal couple will visit the stunning Edzna Maya archaeological site, in the town of Campeche, which dates back to the year 400BC.
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A campaign has been launched to save one of Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's favourite pubs.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine have enjoyed many a romantic meal and quiet drink at the Old Boot Inn in Bucklebury, West Berkshire and even invited owner John Haley to their wedding in 2011, but he's now applied for planning permission to turn the 300-year-old building into a house.
Mr. Haley claims the Grade 2 listed pub, which is still open at the moment, is no longer viable as a business, prompting shocked locals to mount a "save our pub" campaign, which they hope William and Catherine will support.
Andy MacKenzie, who lives in the area, told the Daily Express newspaper: "The Old Boot Inn is a valuable village community asset and would be greatly missed.
"The pub is well used and famed for royal patronage".
Other residents opposing the transformation of the building say it would "cause irrevocable damage to the unique character of this beautiful village" and are urging West Berkshire Council to reject the plans.
However, the future of the eating and drinking establishment so far remains unclear as financial data vital to the viability report has yet to be examined.
Campaign launched to save one of Duke and Duchess’ favourite pubs
A campaign has been launched to save one of Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's favourite pubs.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine have enjoyed many a romantic meal and quiet drink at the Old Boot Inn in Bucklebury, West Berkshire and even invited owner John Haley to their wedding in 2011, but he's now applied for planning permission to turn the 300-year-old building into a house.
Mr. Haley claims the Grade 2 listed pub, which is still open at the moment, is no longer viable as a business, prompting shocked locals to mount a "save our pub" campaign, which they hope William and Catherine will support.
Andy MacKenzie, who lives in the area, told the Daily Express newspaper: "The Old Boot Inn is a valuable village community asset and would be greatly missed.
"The pub is well used and famed for royal patronage".
Other residents opposing the transformation of the building say it would "cause irrevocable damage to the unique character of this beautiful village" and are urging West Berkshire Council to reject the plans.
However, the future of the eating and drinking establishment so far remains unclear as financial data vital to the viability report has yet to be examined.
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Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are to visit Wales later this week.
Prince William and his wife, Duchess Catherine - who is pregnant with their second child - are set to make a joint engagement after enjoying a week off at the Queen's Balmoral estate in Scotland when they visit the British country on Saturday (08.11.14).
The royal couple's "Wales away day" will begin with a visit to the Valero Pembroke Refinery, which is a significant employer of approximately 1,2000 locals in the west of the country, where they celebrate its 50th anniversary following its official opening by the Queen Mother in 1964.
William and Catherine - who have 13-month-old son Prince George together - will be presented with a timeline of the 50-year history of the refinery which will show its relationship with the local community.
They will also meet with workers, apprentices, placement students and their mentors before visiting the control room to meet blending and shipping workers before proceeding to the Fire Hall to meet representatives from various community organisations supported by the refinery.
The final element of their visit is likely to be of interest to art graduate Catherine, as both she and William will unveil a plaque and painting by a local artist.
The couple will also watch a performance by the Young Actors Studio, who work in partnership with the refinery through The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, before attending the Rugby Union international match between Wales and Australia at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge for ‘Wales away day’
Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are to visit Wales later this week.
Prince William and his wife, Duchess Catherine - who is pregnant with their second child - are set to make a joint engagement after enjoying a week off at the Queen's Balmoral estate in Scotland when they visit the British country on Saturday (08.11.14).
The royal couple's "Wales away day" will begin with a visit to the Valero Pembroke Refinery, which is a significant employer of approximately 1,2000 locals in the west of the country, where they celebrate its 50th anniversary following its official opening by the Queen Mother in 1964.
William and Catherine - who have 13-month-old son Prince George together - will be presented with a timeline of the 50-year history of the refinery which will show its relationship with the local community.
They will also meet with workers, apprentices, placement students and their mentors before visiting the control room to meet blending and shipping workers before proceeding to the Fire Hall to meet representatives from various community organisations supported by the refinery.
The final element of their visit is likely to be of interest to art graduate Catherine, as both she and William will unveil a plaque and painting by a local artist.
The couple will also watch a performance by the Young Actors Studio, who work in partnership with the refinery through The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, before attending the Rugby Union international match between Wales and Australia at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.
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Prince Harry to tour the Middle East
Britain's Prince Harry is to embark on a tour of the Middle East later this month.
The 30-year-old prince will represent the royal family - including his grandmother Queen Elizabeth and father Prince Charles - during a mini-tour of the region in late ...
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Britain's Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall celebrated the Day of the Dead yesterday (02.11.14).
The royal couple embarked on a four-day tour of Mexico this weekend and joined in the celebrations of the colourful religious festival where people gather to pray for friends and family who have passed away and visit their graves as they remember them.
Charles and Camilla spent their first day in the town of Pachucha and the nearby Read del Monte, which is 60 miles north of Mexico City and nicknamed "Mexico's Little Cornwall" because of its close ties to the West Country.
They were presented with traditional altars made to mark the occasion, known as "Olfrenda", and watched an Aztec dance performance before laying a wreath at the memorial of a Mexican-British soldier who died in the First World War.
The latter took place during their visit to the town's English cemetery which is home to approximately 300 tombs of Cornish miners - who travelled to Mexico in 1825 to help revive the country's silver industry - and their descendants.
The first day of the royal tour came to an end with afternoon tea with locals at the pasty museum.
Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla celebrate Day of the Dead
Britain's Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall celebrated the Day of the Dead yesterday (02.11.14).
The royal couple embarked on a four-day tour of Mexico this weekend and joined in the celebrations of the colourful religious festival where people gather to pray for friends and family who have passed away and visit their graves as they remember them.
Charles and Camilla spent their first day in the town of Pachucha and the nearby Read del Monte, which is 60 miles north of Mexico City and nicknamed "Mexico's Little Cornwall" because of its close ties to the West Country.
They were presented with traditional altars made to mark the occasion, known as "Olfrenda", and watched an Aztec dance performance before laying a wreath at the memorial of a Mexican-British soldier who died in the First World War.
The latter took place during their visit to the town's English cemetery which is home to approximately 300 tombs of Cornish miners - who travelled to Mexico in 1825 to help revive the country's silver industry - and their descendants.
The first day of the royal tour came to an end with afternoon tea with locals at the pasty museum.
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Britain's Princess Beatrice has reportedly given up her seat on the first Virgin Galactic flight.
The 26-year-old royal was said to have had a place reserved on Sir Richard Branson's company's first ever flight into space next year but has now backed out after a test pilot was killed last week.
A source told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Beatrice was excited by the idea of space tourism, but there is no way she will be going on one of the flights, if they are ever allowed to take place."
The flame-haired beauty attended the 2011 launch of the spaceship VSS Enterprise - which was due to take the first tourists into space - with her boyfriend Dave Clarke, who is head of astronaut relations at Virgin Galactic.
However, the future of the project is now uncertain following the explosion of the test rocket over California's Mojave Desert, which caused the death of pilot Michael Alsbury and the serious injuries sustained by co-pilot Peter Siebold.
Branson himself had also planned to be aboard the inaugural flight next year, along with his son Sam and three guests and 460 VIPS, who each paid £156,000 for the privilege.
Princess Beatrice gives up seat on Virgin Galactic flight
Britain's Princess Beatrice has reportedly given up her seat on the first Virgin Galactic flight.
The 26-year-old royal was said to have had a place reserved on Sir Richard Branson's company's first ever flight into space next year but has now backed out after a test pilot was killed last week.
A source told the Daily Mail newspaper: "Beatrice was excited by the idea of space tourism, but there is no way she will be going on one of the flights, if they are ever allowed to take place."
The flame-haired beauty attended the 2011 launch of the spaceship VSS Enterprise - which was due to take the first tourists into space - with her boyfriend Dave Clarke, who is head of astronaut relations at Virgin Galactic.
However, the future of the project is now uncertain following the explosion of the test rocket over California's Mojave Desert, which caused the death of pilot Michael Alsbury and the serious injuries sustained by co-pilot Peter Siebold.
Branson himself had also planned to be aboard the inaugural flight next year, along with his son Sam and three guests and 460 VIPS, who each paid £156,000 for the privilege.
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