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Prince William and Catherine holiday without George


Britain's Prince William an Duchess Catherine have left their son Prince George with family while they enjoy a romantic holiday.
The royal couple flew to Male in the Maldives yesterday (07.03.14) for a 'second honeymoon' and have left their seven-month-old son with Catherine's parents Carole and Michael Middleton at their Berkshire mansion, along with a Scotland Yard security guard.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were taken from a First Class cabin into a VIP lounge before taking a British Airways flight on a private hydroplane accompanied by several other detectives, according to Mail Online.
The couple are said to be staying in the luxury five star Cheval Blanc Randheli Hotel on Noonu Atoll, one of the most exclusive resorts in the Indian Ocean, which only has 45 villas.
A four night stay in the hotel can set a holiday-goer back more than £6,000 and each villa has its own 41ft infinity pool, along with an outside dining area and private beach.
Catherine and William, who are set to embark on a 19-day royal visit to Australia and New Zealand next month with George, have had a busy few months with William, 31, taking a 10-week intensive course in agricultural management at Cambridge University.
The prince - who is studying in order to prepare himself for taking over the Duchy of Cornwall estate - doesn't have any classes this week and the course is set to conclude at the end of the month.
Catherine, 32, enjoyed a holiday with her family and George in Mustique at the end of January to mark her mother Carole's 59th birthday but is looking for a break before the royal visit.

Queen Elizabeth met by robot at school


Britain's Queen Elizabeth and the Prince Philip were greeted by a robot at a school in Surrey yesterday (06.03.14).
The 87-year-old monarch and her husband met a patriotic flag-waving droid during a tour around the science department at Reed's School in Cobham.
The queen is a patron of the school, which opened in 1813, and appeared delighted to see the 2ft robot, along with cheering pupils and staff who waved Union Jack flags as she arrived.
She wore a pearl-grey tweed suit and matching hat, along with a stunning diamond brooch and her traditional Launer handbag.
And despite his recent bad health, the Duke of Edinburgh appeared in good spirits as he toured the school and inspecting projects displayed by students.
Elsewhere, the queen's grandson, Prince Harry, spent the morning playing volleyball with disabled athletes at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford as he launched the Invictus Games, a competition for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women, which will take place in London in September.
After serving in Afghanistan on the frontline, the 29-year-old royal said: "It's not about showing support for Afghanistan, it's not about supporting war, it's not about supporting the forces themselves ... just come along and show your support."

Prince William and Duchess Catherine holiday in Maldives

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Prince Harry launches Invictus Games


Britain's Prince Harry has launched an international sporting event for wounded, injured and sick service personnel.
The 29-year-old royal has announced Invictus Games, presented by Jaguar Land Rover, which will give competitors the chance to take part in a number of sports, including swimming, wheelchair basketball, archery and road cycling.
The prince, who served 77 days on the front line in the Afghanistan war, will bring the Games to the UK following an inspirational visit to USA Warrior Games last year.
More than 300 countries are expected to take part in eight adaptive sports in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the Lee Valley Athletics Centre from September 10 to 14.
The competition is being financially backed by the Royal Foundation, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Mayor of London and commercial partners and will air on the BBC.
The event will also feature athletics, indoor rowing, wheelchair rugby, sitting volleyball and a special driving challenge.
Captain David Henson, who hopes to take part, said: "Competitive sport has made all the difference to my personal recovery and rehabilitation.
"For a whole international community of injured 'brothers in arms' who flat out refuse to let themselves be beaten by their injuries, the Invictus Games in London will offer a memorable, inspiring and energising experience in their journey of recovery."
Harry also trained to be a Apache Helicopter Pilot with the Army Air Corps but has now taken an army office job and recently supported the Walking With The Wounded charity by taking part in a 200-mile trek to the South Pole.
A ceremony will be held to mark the opening of the Games and a closing concert is also being planned, building on the legacy of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

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Prince Andrew: Come and work at the palace


Britain's Prince Andrew is encouraging people of all backgrounds to apply for jobs at Buckingham Palace.
The Duke of York features in a new behind-the-scenes film about the royal residence in London and is leading a recruitment drive to get more people thinking about work with the Royal Household.
The 54-year-old royal was interviewed by pupils from Hackney University Technology College, who made the film with the support of the Mother London advertising agency, and spent three days with the prince documenting rare scenes in the palace.
In the film, he says: "There are a range of opportunities, and a range of skills, and a range of activities that go on in an organisation like this that are completely, as it were, hidden. You are only seeing in many cases what I call the neck of the swan. Keeping the whole thing going is a huge operation."
He went on to explain that running the organisation is "quite complicated" and he'd like to see the Royal Household help young people with work experience and employ apprentices.
Lauren Hodge, a 15-year-old student who directed the film, said: "We met people who we didn't expect to be working there, normal genuine people with unique jobs such as painters, antique collectors and many more."
She added: "The idea behind the film was to break the stereotype that people have about the palace, that only certain people can get jobs there and that the jobs available are limited."

Princess Diana tricked Oprah Winfrey


Britain's Princess Diana tricked Oprah Winfrey by letting her eat a high-calorie meal.
The late princess, who died in a car crash in Paris, France in 1997, met with the talk show host for lunch many years ago and "pulled a fast one" by eating a low-calorie dish, while Oprah, who has struggled with her weight over the years, was served a full-fat mousse.
The 36-year-old royal's former chef Darren McGrady revealed: "They were both eating tomato mousses and, after a few mouthfuls, Oprah, another famous dieter, put down her spoon and said, 'Diana, how do you stay so slim eating rich food like this?' The princess replied, 'I just eat small portions and work out'.
Darren, who told Richard Mineards, a columnist for the Montecito Journal, admits it "wasn't quite the truth" and Oprah, 60, was left in the dark about what really happened.
He said: "Diana had me serve her a fat-free version of the mousse, while Oprah was eating the full-fat dish chock full of mayonnaise, sour cream and heavy cream," adding: "Diana never did tell her the truth," added McGrady.
The princess struggled with bulimia while married to Prince Charles and her eating disorder was revealed in the 1992 book, 'Diana: Her True Story', written by Andrew Morton.
She first battled bulimia in 1981, and sought treatment for the disorder in the late 1980s, after she started to follow a strict diet following comments in the press about her "pudgy" appearance.

Queen Elizabeth would love to be able to sing


Britain's Queen Elizabeth would love to be able to sing.
The 87-year-old monarch made the confession to Laura Wright - who who will perform 'God Save the Queen' before England play Wales in the rugby match over this weekend - during a Commonwealth event held at her London residence, Buckingham Palace.
Laura told the Daily Mail newspaper: "She said Gary Barlow had told her that anyone can sing - it's just a matter of learning, which I totally agree with."
Elizabeth is a fan of Gary's music and was singing a track from the Take That star's album when they met.
Laura added: "When I was talking to her, she sang a little bit of a track from Gary's 'Sing' EP.
"It sounded like she had a lovely voice. I did offer her some singing lessons, but I think she might be quite busy."
Meanwhile, the queen is busy with her royal duties and is set to attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration, in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.

Queen Elizabeth ate pancakes


Britain's Queen Elizabeth ate pancakes to celebrate Shrove Tuesday yesterday (04.03.14).
The 87-year-old monarch revealed they were served up at Buckingham Palace but admitted she didn't try and flip them herself as she had someone else cook them.
The royal made the admission during a reception for Christ Church Cathedral Music Trust held at St James's Palace in London.
John Briggs, registrar at Christ Church, was fortunate enough to meet the Queen and asked on behalf of his four-year-old son if she had enjoyed pancakes for dinner.
He said: "My little boy was very upset that he couldn't come with me to see the Queen, but he told me to ask her a question on his behalf. "He wanted to know if she had pancakes today, and she said 'yes' but that she didn't make them herself."
Meanwhile, the Queen will attend the Commonwealth Observance, the UK's largest multi-faith celebration in Westminster Abbey in London on March 10.
She will be joined at the event by her husband, Prince Philip, her sons Prince Charles and Prince Edward and wife Sophie, the countess of Wessex.

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