Royal family recap: New Prince Harry video, Princess Anne goes barefoot, and more

Why not wrap up the week with a royal roundup? Join us as we report on the best photos and latest news as we follow the royals on their engagements! 

What's on today's agenda, we hear you ask? Prince Edward is set to spend the day in London as he visits the tall ship Oosterschelde at Tower Bridge Quay and tours the London Gardens. 

We're sure he won't be the only one out and about this warm Friday. Stay tuned...

Mike and Zara Tindall look like they're having an amazing time Down Under - including a boat trip to Hamilton Island.

The couple's holiday is set to coincide with their wedding anniversary and Mike will also be making a very special public appearance.

Find out more here.

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The Prince and Princess of Wales's luxurious honeymoon destination has become a hotspot for the A-list.

Following their 2011 wedding, William and Kate jetted off to the beautiful Seychelles for a two-week getaway in a £3,000-per-night private villa.

Jennifer Aniston and Salma Hayek, as well as a certain Hollywood couple, honeymooned on the picturesque Indian Ocean archipelago three years after William and Kate.

Find out more. 

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The HELLO! Royal Club spoke to Melanie Sanderson, managing editor of The Good Schools Guide, who exclusively told us the school she backs for Prince George’s number one choice. 

Find out which schools ranked highest, which different factors the royals may take into consideration and which school Melanie was “very surprised” to see Princess Kate visiting. 

Read the exclusive article here.

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Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra has landed Down Under!

The royal, 21, shared a statement ahead of beginning her studies at the University of Sydney saying: "I'm looking forward to starting my studies at the University of Sydney. It will be exciting to become a student, and I'm looking forward to gaining new perspectives on both European and international politics. I'm sure that I will learn a lot."

See all of the photos from her first few days on campus.

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We've taken a little trip down memory lane to one funny royal moment.

Do you remember when Princess Charlotte provoked laughter from the crowd when she stuck out her tongue? 

The youngster had joined Prince William and Kate as they competed in the King's Cup sailing regatta on the Isle of Wight back in 2019.

Find out who she was acutely making the cheeky gesture to - and why mum Kate joined in.

A very good afternoon to you all! Im Laura, HELLO!'s fashion and beauty news editor, and I'll be here all afternoon to give your PM a bit of royal sparkle.

The Princess of Wales' super chic sister always looks stylish. Although we havent seen the mother-of-three a lot in 2025, we have lots of fashion throwbacks to look back on fondly. 

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One of them was a dress that the brunette beauty wore back in 2011.Although that was 14 years ago, the timeless denim style is still on trend today. Pippa's sleeveless Whistles dress is a total wardrobe staple, that features a flattering silhouette that's both casual yet smart. The wife of James Matthews added practical yet chic accessories, including a pair of tan heels and a handbag by Modula. So elegant, don't you think?

The Princess of Wales' hair is the stuff of dreams, isn't it? Long, flowing, thick and utterly gorgeous. Well, Royal hairdresser Richard Ward, known for styling Princess Kate's hair and single-handley launching the 'Chelsea Blowdry', appeared on the Lorraine show and spilled the beans on how to make your hair look thick like Kate's.

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If you have fine, thinning hair, it's Viviscal supplements, which he sees"incredible results" with. The talented professional also recommends Nioxin's Hair Thickening Systems, calling them "fantastic" for their ability to cleanse the scalp and encourage growth. For styling, Ward's favorites include Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray - a brand Kate's sister-in-law, Meghan Markle loves.

This is the tallship that the Duke of Edinburgh will be onboard today to congratulate its crew.

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The Dutch ship Oosterschelde has completed the DARWIN200 Global Voyage. 

The project, a modern reimagining of Charles Darwin's legendary journey aboard HMS Beagle, concluded last week in Falmouth after a 43,000 nautical mile expedition that visited 31 ports of call over two years at sea. 

Over the course of the mission, young researchers undertook projects aimed at studying critical environmental issues.

Queen Letizia of Spain has an elite wardrobe which the world admires. Have you ever seen her rocking a plain, uninspiring outfit? Never!

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We are still reeling over her brand new navy blue suit she wore at a meeting with the Youth Advisory Council on Thursday. The royal, who is married to King Felipe, met with the winners of the different editions of the Princess of Girona awards. Her incredible two-piece was by designer Carolina Herrera, who is known for her timeless pieces. Looking sharp, the brunette royal carried a bag from the brand too, as well as fancy flats by Sezanne.

Cuteness alert! Lady Kitty Spencer, who niece of the late Princess Diana, shared some simply beautiful pictures of herself and her two-year-old daughter, Athena, wearing the most stunning dresses by Dolce & Gabbana, as they enjoyed the picturesque city of Tuscany. 

The blonde mother-and-daughter duo looked so alike with their lovely blonde hair and purple and white floral creations by the famed Italian fashion house. They even posed in front of a vinatge Fiat 500, which had the same lilac hue! How fabulous.

HELLO!'s special issue, Royal Retreats, features the homes, retreats, and far-flung escapes of royalty across the world.

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This issue offers an unprecedented look at the most iconic and intimate destinations in royal life. 

We also shine a spotlight on the romantic holidays, luxurious getaways and honeymoon hideouts of the world’s foreign royals, from Scandinavian ski chalets to Caribbean island villas. With rare images, insider details, and expert insight, Royal Retreats showcases the most glamorous and fascinating corners of the royal world.

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Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand, As Ever, has been dropping fabulous products since it launched earlier this year, and fans have been purchasing them in their thousands ever since. One item that shoppers can't get enough of it seems, is her flower sprinkles!

The Duchess shared a variety of videos from royal fans creating their own Charcuterie boards on the As Ever Instagram account earlier, and we think you will agree, they are super impressive! Why not take some inspiration from Meghan's chic aesthetic and give it a try this weekend?

Prince George turned 12 this week! No, we can't believe it either. In celebration of this monumental moment in the young royal's life, HELLO!'s royal correspondent, Emily Nash, delves into the eldest son of the Prince and Princess of Wales' future in her incredible Royal Club newsletter.

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Prince George is beginning a significant year as he prepares to transition from Lambrook prep school to secondary school before he becomes a teenager next year. His parents, William and Kate, are focused on ensuring he has a normal, carefree childhood while subtly introducing him to royal duties. Earlier this week, a new birthday portrait was released, taken by Josh Shinner, and shows George in relaxed family moments with his siblings, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, at home in Norfolk.

Football fever is gripping the nation right now, ahead of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Cup Final on Sunday. We can't wait! And it appears we aren't the only ones! On Friday afternoon, the Band of the Grenadier Guards marched to 'It's Coming Home', and it sounded fantastic. 

The Prince of Wales is set to attend the big match, which takes place in Basel, Switzerland. 

Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, has just shared a sweet family photo on Instagram, and fans can't believe how strong the Spencer jeans are!

The Earl Spencer posted a black and white snap of his grandparents, Albert and Cynthia Spencer - Diana's paternal grandparents, and penned: "My grandparents having tea in Althorp’s courtyard – Summer, 1940."

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Fans remarked how similar King Charles' former wife and Cynthia looked. What do you think?

Charles has long been the keeper of his family's history, often sharing rare photographs and anecdotes with his 280,000 Instagram followers. 

In a moment we didn't expect, The Princess Royal has been pictured barefoot at one of her most recent royal outings.

This was actually a mark of respect. Anne, 74, slipped out of her heels when she visited Wellingborough District Hindu Association (WDHA) and presented the charity with the King's Award for Voluntary Service.

It's been fabulous chatting about all things royal with you this afternoon!

Have a wonderful rest of the afternoon, and I will leave you with the wonderful Becky.

Over and out!

Hello HELLO! readers, and welcome to the blog as I take you through the final hours of Friday July 25 (or, insert the date of wherever in the world you may be.)

It's been a quiet day so far, although I love this video of the Band of the Grenadier Guards performing "It's Coming Home," ahead of the UEFA Women's Euro Final this Saturday.

The Prince of Wales is set to attend the big match, which takes place in Switzerland, and with England going up against Spain, I'm hoping we'll also see King Felipe and Queen Letizia -- and perhaps the young royals as well? 

I spoke too soon!

The Spanish royal household has confirmed Princess Leonor will be joined by her younger sister, Infanta Sofia, 18, as Spain face England in the final.

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Over to you, Kensington Palace....

I love this new interview my colleague Hollie Brotherton undertook with renowned British beautician Deborah Mitchell, who has worked with Queen Camilla for years.

Camilla recently celebrated her 78th birthday and has maintained a luminous complexion all thanks to one particular treatment of Deborah's, which she has been enjoying for two decades, and recommended to Princess Kate before her 2011 wedding!

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Read more here...

Princess Kate's brother James is currently on a "family tour" across France, and shared a delightful look at his two pups,  Mabel and Isla, enjoying a quick break.

"Hiking stage 18 of the Tour de France on our family Tour of France," James wrote in the caption. "We are about 1km from the summit of the Col de la Loze in Courchevel, where the riders are going through today. Mabel and Isla didn’t even break a sweat." 

Click here to see the adorable picture and find out more about the family's French trip...

For several weeks now, King Frederik's mother, Queen Margrethe, and his heir and eldest son, Crown Prince Christian, have acted as regent, indicating that the Danish monarch and his wife have been out of the country.

But where in the world have King Frederik and Queen Mary been?

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Well, we know now and it's closer to home than we expected...

Read the full story here.

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if you're looking for something to watch this weekend, why not watch the shows beloved by the royals?

Our TV editor Emmy previously rounded up all the series' that the British royals have shared they love to watch over the years, from the obvious to the more obscure.

A week after Prince Harry returned to Angola with HALO Trust, the organization has shared a new video of his time in the "bustling community."

"It's pretty hard as a dad to see kids having to be taught the dangers of unexploded ordnance," he said.

Thanks for following along with us this week. We'll see you bright and early Monday morning!

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