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Britain's Princess Diana knew the "power" of good hair and make-up.
The late royal - who died in a Paris car crash in 1997 - always won praise for her appearance and her former make-up artist, Mary Greenwell, thinks other women could learn from the princess' willingness to experiment.
She told Stylist magazine: "Diana was always very open and willing with her style. I think as soon as we worked together she realised the power of hair and make-up and that is something that should never be underestimated. By anyone.
"It's all about experimenting. We should try new things. Whatever our age."
Mary went on to praise Diana's "most incredible" skin, and says the princess always took care of her face and made sure she took all her make-up off at the end of the day.
She added: "After I started working with her, Diana did everything in moderation. She cut back on drinking so her skin was 100 per cent."
The beauty expert first worked with the princess - who had sons Princes William and Harry with ex-husband Prince Charles - on a Vogue magazine shoot in 1991 and found her to be "divine".
She said: "She was just coming into her own when we first met and had just married Prince Charles.
"Her marriage seemed solid and she was just the most divine, sweet kind lady. It was a huge privilege to work with our then-future queen."
Princess Diana knew appearance ‘power’
Britain's Princess Diana knew the "power" of good hair and make-up.
The late royal - who died in a Paris car crash in 1997 - always won praise for her appearance and her former make-up artist, Mary Greenwell, thinks other women could learn from the princess' willingness to experiment.
She told Stylist magazine: "Diana was always very open and willing with her style. I think as soon as we worked together she realised the power of hair and make-up and that is something that should never be underestimated. By anyone.
"It's all about experimenting. We should try new things. Whatever our age."
Mary went on to praise Diana's "most incredible" skin, and says the princess always took care of her face and made sure she took all her make-up off at the end of the day.
She added: "After I started working with her, Diana did everything in moderation. She cut back on drinking so her skin was 100 per cent."
The beauty expert first worked with the princess - who had sons Princes William and Harry with ex-husband Prince Charles - on a Vogue magazine shoot in 1991 and found her to be "divine".
She said: "She was just coming into her own when we first met and had just married Prince Charles.
"Her marriage seemed solid and she was just the most divine, sweet kind lady. It was a huge privilege to work with our then-future queen."
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Britain's Princess Beatrice says Queen Elizabeth is her top role model.
The 26-year-old royal - who is the daughter of Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson - hailed her grandmother as an "incredible" person who she has always looked up to.
She said: "Sometimes there are just no words to describe how incredible I think she is. She is my number one role model."
Beatrice also spoke of her delight in her cousin Prince William's son Prince George, 12 months, and how excited she is to see him grow up.
Speaking at the launch of her Big Change's charity endurance challenge, she added: "It will be really exciting to see how he grows and what sort of person he becomes."
It was recently revealed that, despite taking on a number of official engagements recently, Beatrice will not be playing a bigger part in royal life with Buckingham Palace officials insisting her main priority is still her internship at Sony Pictures Television's London headquarters, which began in January.
A spokesperson said: "She has a full-time job in the business sector, and occasionally carries out engagements in support of the queen and the Duke of York as requested.
Princess Beatrice hails role model queen
Britain's Princess Beatrice says Queen Elizabeth is her top role model.
The 26-year-old royal - who is the daughter of Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson - hailed her grandmother as an "incredible" person who she has always looked up to.
She said: "Sometimes there are just no words to describe how incredible I think she is. She is my number one role model."
Beatrice also spoke of her delight in her cousin Prince William's son Prince George, 12 months, and how excited she is to see him grow up.
Speaking at the launch of her Big Change's charity endurance challenge, she added: "It will be really exciting to see how he grows and what sort of person he becomes."
It was recently revealed that, despite taking on a number of official engagements recently, Beatrice will not be playing a bigger part in royal life with Buckingham Palace officials insisting her main priority is still her internship at Sony Pictures Television's London headquarters, which began in January.
A spokesperson said: "She has a full-time job in the business sector, and occasionally carries out engagements in support of the queen and the Duke of York as requested.
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Britain's Prince Philip stunned diners at a roadside cafe when he stopped off for a coffee.
The 93-year-old royal was heading to watch a carriage driving event in Lowther, Cumbria when he stopped off at the Little Chef on the A1 near Doncaster, South Yorks, last Thursday (07.08.14) morning but he didn't tuck into any of their breakfast fare.
One onlooker told The Sun newspaper: "A convoy of posh cars suddenly swept in. It was extraordinary.
"There was massive security and everyone was wondering who on earth had turned up. Then we realised it was the duke.
"Some of his staff bought coffee but I don't think Philip had anything to eat."
Among the items on Little Chef's menu is a £10.99 royal breakfast, a meaty feast of steak, bacon, sausage, fried eggs, mushrooms, potatoes, tomato, beans and toast.
A spokesman for the chain said: "Next time he might go for that."
This week Philip will join his wife, Queen Elizabeth, in Scotland for their annual break at their Balmoral residence.
While Philip has been staying at their East Anglian estate Sandringham, the queen has been in Scotland for the past three weeks after travelling north of the border to open the Commonwealth Games.
Prince Philip stops at roadside cafe
Britain's Prince Philip stunned diners at a roadside cafe when he stopped off for a coffee.
The 93-year-old royal was heading to watch a carriage driving event in Lowther, Cumbria when he stopped off at the Little Chef on the A1 near Doncaster, South Yorks, last Thursday (07.08.14) morning but he didn't tuck into any of their breakfast fare.
One onlooker told The Sun newspaper: "A convoy of posh cars suddenly swept in. It was extraordinary.
"There was massive security and everyone was wondering who on earth had turned up. Then we realised it was the duke.
"Some of his staff bought coffee but I don't think Philip had anything to eat."
Among the items on Little Chef's menu is a £10.99 royal breakfast, a meaty feast of steak, bacon, sausage, fried eggs, mushrooms, potatoes, tomato, beans and toast.
A spokesman for the chain said: "Next time he might go for that."
This week Philip will join his wife, Queen Elizabeth, in Scotland for their annual break at their Balmoral residence.
While Philip has been staying at their East Anglian estate Sandringham, the queen has been in Scotland for the past three weeks after travelling north of the border to open the Commonwealth Games.
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Britain's Duchess Catherine took Prince George to the Princess Diana memorial playground last week.
The duchess was seen playing in the beach section of the facility - which was erected in honour of her husband Prince William's late mother - at Kensington Gardens and the pair had a great time in the sand.
A source told the Daily Express newspaper: "It was lovely seeing them play together in the sand.They stayed for about 15 minutes.
"They had three protection officers with them but Catherine seemed oblivious to anyone except her gorgeous baby enjoying himself."
The space was unveiled three years after Diana's death in a Paris car crash in 1997 and is situated a short walk from the Kensington Palace apartment Catherine shares with her husband, George's father, Prince William.
As well as enjoying the sand, Catherine - who was known as Kate Middleton before her marriage - recently revealed George loves swimming and enjoys "grabbing things to splash with".
Swimming champion James Hickman revealed: "[Catherine] was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming.
"Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with.
"So, maybe he could be the next royal to take part in the Olympics and if he was in swimming that would be incredible."
Duchess Catherine visits Diana tribute with George
Britain's Duchess Catherine took Prince George to the Princess Diana memorial playground last week.
The duchess was seen playing in the beach section of the facility - which was erected in honour of her husband Prince William's late mother - at Kensington Gardens and the pair had a great time in the sand.
A source told the Daily Express newspaper: "It was lovely seeing them play together in the sand.They stayed for about 15 minutes.
"They had three protection officers with them but Catherine seemed oblivious to anyone except her gorgeous baby enjoying himself."
The space was unveiled three years after Diana's death in a Paris car crash in 1997 and is situated a short walk from the Kensington Palace apartment Catherine shares with her husband, George's father, Prince William.
As well as enjoying the sand, Catherine - who was known as Kate Middleton before her marriage - recently revealed George loves swimming and enjoys "grabbing things to splash with".
Swimming champion James Hickman revealed: "[Catherine] was at the [Commonwealth Games] swimming [event] last night, so I was just interested to know if she had taken George swimming.
"Hopefully if they can get him swimming he could be a future international swimmer.
"She's been swimming with him. She said he loves the water and he grabs things to splash with.
"So, maybe he could be the next royal to take part in the Olympics and if he was in swimming that would be incredible."
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Britain's Sarah Ferguson has been forced to cut her summer holiday short so she doesn't upset Prince Philip.
The Duchess of York has been enjoying a break at the royal residence Balmoral with her ex-husband Prince Andrew - who she still lives with - and their daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, but will depart the Scottish estate before her former father-in-law arrives tomorrow (12.08.14) as he has an intense dislike for her, even though his wife Queen Elizabeth is said to be "fond" of her.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Prince Philip won't have her in the house. He cannot understand why she's living under the same roof as Andrew after all these years.
"Normally members of the royal family stay a week or two, but the Duchess has to cut short her stay."
Sarah and Andrew split up in 1992 but have remained on good terms and many have speculated they could remarry - but Philip's views stand in their way.
The source added: "Many people have speculated they will remarry, which could be more likely if Prince Philip drops his opposition."
The duchess has visited Balmoral a number of times since she and Andrew's divorce was finalised in 1996 but this year is believed to be the first time since her marriage ended that she has been invited to stay in the main castle, where she arrived on Thursday (07.08.14).
Sarah Ferguson must avoid Prince Philip
Britain's Sarah Ferguson has been forced to cut her summer holiday short so she doesn't upset Prince Philip.
The Duchess of York has been enjoying a break at the royal residence Balmoral with her ex-husband Prince Andrew - who she still lives with - and their daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, but will depart the Scottish estate before her former father-in-law arrives tomorrow (12.08.14) as he has an intense dislike for her, even though his wife Queen Elizabeth is said to be "fond" of her.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Prince Philip won't have her in the house. He cannot understand why she's living under the same roof as Andrew after all these years.
"Normally members of the royal family stay a week or two, but the Duchess has to cut short her stay."
Sarah and Andrew split up in 1992 but have remained on good terms and many have speculated they could remarry - but Philip's views stand in their way.
The source added: "Many people have speculated they will remarry, which could be more likely if Prince Philip drops his opposition."
The duchess has visited Balmoral a number of times since she and Andrew's divorce was finalised in 1996 but this year is believed to be the first time since her marriage ended that she has been invited to stay in the main castle, where she arrived on Thursday (07.08.14).
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Britain's Prince Harry admits he could "never prepare" himself for the things he saw in Afghanistan.
The 29-year-old Army captain - who underwent two tours of duty in the region in 2007 and 2012 has spoken about the "horrendous" things he saw, such as children killed by roadside bombs and forces lying in the battlefield.
He wrote in The Sunday Times newspaper: "I had never seen it first-hand.
"By 'it' I mean the injuries that were being sustained largely due to improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Loss of life is as tragic and devastating as it gets, but to see young lads - much younger than me - wrapped in plastic and missing limbs, with hundreds of tubes coming out of them, was something I never prepared myself for."
Harry has been busy organising the Invictus Games, which will see teams of injured service personnel from 14 countries compete in sporting events, and says he was "hooked" on creating the competition after meeting competitors from the Warrior Games in America in 2012 and watching the contest in Colorado last year.
He added: "It was one of the most incredible and inspiring things I had ever seen ... some of those competing had been lying in a bed no more than eight months earlier, being told they would never walk again.
"Given the grit and determination they have shown to move beyond their injuries, they would be a fantastic addition to any team."
And Harry has promised spectators of the London event, which takes place next month, they will be in for a thrilling time.
He said: "They strive for perfection every day, so don't think for one second that spectators will get anything less than 150 percent effort from the competitors. Lives will be changed for the better over a weekend and not just for the competitors - believe me!"
Prince Harry reveals horrors of war
Britain's Prince Harry admits he could "never prepare" himself for the things he saw in Afghanistan.
The 29-year-old Army captain - who underwent two tours of duty in the region in 2007 and 2012 has spoken about the "horrendous" things he saw, such as children killed by roadside bombs and forces lying in the battlefield.
He wrote in The Sunday Times newspaper: "I had never seen it first-hand.
"By 'it' I mean the injuries that were being sustained largely due to improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Loss of life is as tragic and devastating as it gets, but to see young lads - much younger than me - wrapped in plastic and missing limbs, with hundreds of tubes coming out of them, was something I never prepared myself for."
Harry has been busy organising the Invictus Games, which will see teams of injured service personnel from 14 countries compete in sporting events, and says he was "hooked" on creating the competition after meeting competitors from the Warrior Games in America in 2012 and watching the contest in Colorado last year.
He added: "It was one of the most incredible and inspiring things I had ever seen ... some of those competing had been lying in a bed no more than eight months earlier, being told they would never walk again.
"Given the grit and determination they have shown to move beyond their injuries, they would be a fantastic addition to any team."
And Harry has promised spectators of the London event, which takes place next month, they will be in for a thrilling time.
He said: "They strive for perfection every day, so don't think for one second that spectators will get anything less than 150 percent effort from the competitors. Lives will be changed for the better over a weekend and not just for the competitors - believe me!"
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Pippa Middleton is selling her bicycle for charity.
The 30-year-old socialite - the sister of Britain's Duchess Catherine - is auctioning her Race Across America Dassi 6.2 Aero road bike on eBay to raise money for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
The brunette beauty and her team of eight completed the Race Across America, a 3,020-mile coast-to-coast journey, in June in the hope of raising funds for the BHF and the Michael Matthews Foundation.
The auction began last Sunday (03.08.14) and will end on Wednesday 13, with the proceeds being split between the two charities, along with the £20,000 Pippa has already raised as part of the challenge.
She said in a statement: "The challenge of riding across the Rockies, coping with the heat of the Arizona desert and climbing over 170, 000 vertical feet in the six days was incredibly tough, but every inch of the 3,000 mile race was worth it, to help the BHF fight heart disease.
"I wanted to complete this challenge to help raise awareness of the importance of heart health after learning that coronary heart disease kills nearly three times more women than breast cancer.
"So whether you're inspired to get fit or you're a cycling fanatic wanting to add to your bike collection, take a look at my bike and put in a bid. I'm keen to raise as much money as possible to help the BHF fund life-saving heart research."
Pippa Middleton sells her bike for charity
Pippa Middleton is selling her bicycle for charity.
The 30-year-old socialite - the sister of Britain's Duchess Catherine - is auctioning her Race Across America Dassi 6.2 Aero road bike on eBay to raise money for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
The brunette beauty and her team of eight completed the Race Across America, a 3,020-mile coast-to-coast journey, in June in the hope of raising funds for the BHF and the Michael Matthews Foundation.
The auction began last Sunday (03.08.14) and will end on Wednesday 13, with the proceeds being split between the two charities, along with the £20,000 Pippa has already raised as part of the challenge.
She said in a statement: "The challenge of riding across the Rockies, coping with the heat of the Arizona desert and climbing over 170, 000 vertical feet in the six days was incredibly tough, but every inch of the 3,000 mile race was worth it, to help the BHF fight heart disease.
"I wanted to complete this challenge to help raise awareness of the importance of heart health after learning that coronary heart disease kills nearly three times more women than breast cancer.
"So whether you're inspired to get fit or you're a cycling fanatic wanting to add to your bike collection, take a look at my bike and put in a bid. I'm keen to raise as much money as possible to help the BHF fund life-saving heart research."
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Britain's Zara Phillips wants her daughter to have a passion for sport when she grows up.
The 33-year-old royal and her husband Mike Tindall think it's important they are an active role model for eight-month-old Mia.
Zara, who is the daughter of Princess Anne, said: "I think we have got it off our parents and hopefully we can pass that on to Mia. We have always had sport in our lives and through our childhood.
"I think that really is important in every child's life to have that opportunity."
Mike, 35, added: "She will be whatever she wants to be, we will support that, but realistically we will have to wait and see on that one."
Zara - the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth - joined her former rugby professional spouse in the Artemis Challenge, a 50-mile race around the Isle of Wight, for the Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week.
She explained: "We used to sail as kids, I didn't come down last year but I have come down to Artemis, the race, probably three or four times. This is probably my fifth race. It's nice to get back on the water and have some fun. Hopefully there will be some wind."
Meanwhile, the blonde beauty previously said she wanted Mia to follow in her equestrian footsteps.
Zara Phillips wants daughter to love sport
Britain's Zara Phillips wants her daughter to have a passion for sport when she grows up.
The 33-year-old royal and her husband Mike Tindall think it's important they are an active role model for eight-month-old Mia.
Zara, who is the daughter of Princess Anne, said: "I think we have got it off our parents and hopefully we can pass that on to Mia. We have always had sport in our lives and through our childhood.
"I think that really is important in every child's life to have that opportunity."
Mike, 35, added: "She will be whatever she wants to be, we will support that, but realistically we will have to wait and see on that one."
Zara - the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth - joined her former rugby professional spouse in the Artemis Challenge, a 50-mile race around the Isle of Wight, for the Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week.
She explained: "We used to sail as kids, I didn't come down last year but I have come down to Artemis, the race, probably three or four times. This is probably my fifth race. It's nice to get back on the water and have some fun. Hopefully there will be some wind."
Meanwhile, the blonde beauty previously said she wanted Mia to follow in her equestrian footsteps.
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Britain's Prince William was a surprise guest at a Commonwealth Games wrap party.
The 32-year-old royal - who attended a number of the Glasgow sporting events with wife Duchess Catherine and brother Prince Harry - thanked the 1,500 behind-the-scenes staff at a celebration in the Scottish city's Merchant Square and said it was a "huge honour" to join them in marking a "job well done".
He said: When Catherine, Harry and I visited last week we saw the slogan People Make Glasgow. It was written all over the city.
"You epitomise that slogan in the way that you ran the Games - with professionalism and great care, allowing the Games' friendliness to shine through.
"These were undoubtedly the best ever Commonwealth Games in history and you guys made it that way. You have helped to deliver a triumph."
William went on to thank the staff for their "dedication and professionalism" on behalf of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, and the entire country.
He added: "It meant an awful lot to the Queen that the Commonwealth Games, which are so dear to her, were in safe hands.
"Thank you for your dedication, your professionalism and most importantly for all you've done for the Commonwealth Games.
"I know that the people of Glasgow and the country thank you also."
As well as his appearance on stage yesterday (07.08.14), William also chatted with many guests at the event, including Tim Love, Ibrox venue manager.
He said: "Prince William asked what the secret to the success of the Games was, and to be honest I said it was more to do with the spectators.
"They were definitely there to really enjoy themselves and to get behind everyone. It was great to see everyone getting support no matter where they were from."
Prince William thanks Commonwealth Games staff
Britain's Prince William was a surprise guest at a Commonwealth Games wrap party.
The 32-year-old royal - who attended a number of the Glasgow sporting events with wife Duchess Catherine and brother Prince Harry - thanked the 1,500 behind-the-scenes staff at a celebration in the Scottish city's Merchant Square and said it was a "huge honour" to join them in marking a "job well done".
He said: When Catherine, Harry and I visited last week we saw the slogan People Make Glasgow. It was written all over the city.
"You epitomise that slogan in the way that you ran the Games - with professionalism and great care, allowing the Games' friendliness to shine through.
"These were undoubtedly the best ever Commonwealth Games in history and you guys made it that way. You have helped to deliver a triumph."
William went on to thank the staff for their "dedication and professionalism" on behalf of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, and the entire country.
He added: "It meant an awful lot to the Queen that the Commonwealth Games, which are so dear to her, were in safe hands.
"Thank you for your dedication, your professionalism and most importantly for all you've done for the Commonwealth Games.
"I know that the people of Glasgow and the country thank you also."
As well as his appearance on stage yesterday (07.08.14), William also chatted with many guests at the event, including Tim Love, Ibrox venue manager.
He said: "Prince William asked what the secret to the success of the Games was, and to be honest I said it was more to do with the spectators.
"They were definitely there to really enjoy themselves and to get behind everyone. It was great to see everyone getting support no matter where they were from."
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