RECAP: King Charles closes Balmoral doors and more royal news

The Royal Family have reshared a touching tribute to Anne Frank's late stepsister, Eva Schloss, who died 3 January 2026 at aged 96. Eva was the stepdaughter of Anne's father, Otto Frank. 

The Royal Family reposted photographs from the post of Eva with Queen Camilla in 2022, when the royal was then the Duchess of Cornwall, and another picture of her with King Charles in 2023. 

"We honour the life and legacy of Eva Schloss Z’’L, Holocaust survivor, educator and co‑founder of the Anne Frank Trust," the post from the Anne Frank Trust UK read. 

"These photos capture just a small part of her extraordinary work empowering young people to challenge prejudice."

King Charles shared a tribute to Eva after the news of her passing over the weekend. In a statement released by PA Media Agency, the royal said he and his wife were "greatly saddened". 

"We are both privileged and proud to have known her and we admired her deeply. May her memory be a blessing to us all."

Prince Edward, Duke of Kent's granddaughter Amelia Windsor showed off her cosy winter style in a selfie posted to her Instagram Stories. The British fashion model rugged up in a knitted hood and jumper as she braved the cold. 

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The royal, 30, shared several photos from her coffee run and morning out. A day earlier she shared snippets from a recent ski trip to Switzerland where she took to the slopes in a bright yellow puffer jacket and goggles. "Buzzing about in the snow," she captioned the dreamy snow pics posted to her Instagram. 

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King Charles' Scottish home, Balmoral Castle, has now closed until the end of the month. This is per the normal closure schedule of the royal residence, however, the final few days of the season were disrupted and the property was forced to unexpectedly close due to the snow, leaving members of the public disappointed. 

On this day, 16 years ago, a painting of brothers Prince William and Harry was unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery. The amazing piece by artist Nicky Philipps, showed the pair sharing a look in their military dress. 

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In 1999, which was 27 years ago today, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh announced their engagement to the world, posing in the grounds of St James's Palace for special photos. Sophie flashed her new ring and beaming smile!

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King Charles' team inside Windsor Castle sparked concern online after they were spotted handling a rare book without gloves. The curator has come out to defend the decision with a fresh video. All the details here. 

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The Prince and Princess of Wales are facing a major change next door to their country home, Anmer Hall, in Norfolk. Their neighbours have submitted an extensive planning permission application, but it could work out in the royal couple's favour. All the details. 

Handing over to the lovely Matthew Moore to keep you clued up on the royal beat this afternoon. 

As Rachel shared, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are marking the 27th anniversary of their engagement. However, Edward's proposal wasn't entirely conventional, learn more about it here...

An entry in the Court Circular confirms that the monarch has returned to London following the Christmas break. The entry read: "Dr Nathan Ross was received by The King this evening at Clarence House upon relinquishing his appointment as Assistant Private Secretary to His Majesty when The King invested him with the Insignia of a Member of the Royal Victorian Order."

The monarch's return to the capital has broken a tradition that was followed by his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II. Find out more from our royal correspondent Danielle Stacey here...

While William and Kate's nanny undertakes many duties when it comes to looking after Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. As a Norland Nanny, Maria is expected to handle certain duties, but the Princess of Wales insists on doing one of them herself. Find out more here...

It's Danielle, HELLO!'s Online Royal Correspondent here, bringing you all of the royal updates, news and images into Tuesday evening. 

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Prince Stefan, Hereditary Prince Philip, Crown Princess Katherine, Crown Prince Alexander, Princess Marija and Princess Danica pose for a photo after the ceremonial burning of dried oak branches, the Yule log symbol for the Orthodox Christmas eve at the White Palace in Belgrade, Serbia. 

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The Serbian Orthodox Church celebrates this day before Christmas in the Julian calendar with the head of a family cutting a yule tree and bringing it into the family's home where it is placed during their dinner. 

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After the meal the family burns the tree. The traditional custom combines both, elements of Christianity and old Serbian pagan faith.

King Frederik and Queen Mary hosted their final New Year levee of 2026 at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen today.

Mary wowed in a gold brocade dress, which may have had a subtle meaning behind it.

The Danish royal first wore the frock during the first official visit to Greenland of Frederik's reign in 2024. 

Given the current political news surrounding Greenland, HELLO!'s Lifestyle Writer, Katie Daly, has shared her thoughts with me on Mary's latest look. 

Full story here. 

The Sussexes spent Christmas quietly at their home in Montecito, but Meghan is already sharing her tips for easing into 2026 in her latest As Ever newsletter. 

She writes: "With the rush of the holiday season behind us, we look ahead with an intention to begin the new year at a gentler pace.

"Making space for moments that matter - shared over a cup of tea, by candlelight, or simply taking a pause when the day allows. 

"A reminder that how you start matters, and that easing in can be its own kind of resolution."

Sound advice to start off the new year!

The Danish royal household has just shared this incredible video of King Frederik and Queen Mary travelling in the golden carriage during a snowy downpour from today's New Year levee. 

The royals will resume their public appearances in the coming days, with the Princess Royal set to be one of the first to return to her duties. 

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In her capacity as Honorary President of the Oxford Farming Conference, Anne will attend the 2026 Conference in Oxford on Thursday 8 January.

King Felipe and his heir, Princess Leonor, were both dressed in military uniform as the pair and Queen Letizia attended the Pascua Militar ceremony at the Royal Palace earlier today.

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The military ceremony takes place on 6 January every year, in a tradition established by King Carlos III of Spain on the occasion of the recapture of Menorca from the British in 1782. 

Princess Leonor, 20, began her third and final year of military training in the General Air and Space Academy in San Javier in September.  

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