TODAY'S ROYAL NEWS
Prince Edward marks 62nd birthday.
Prince William and Princess Kate confirm engagement for Thursday.
Queen Camilla to host reception celebrating the Women of the World.
The Royal Collection Trust marks Prince Edward's birthday
The Royal Collection Trust has shared a special birthday tribute for Prince Edward. Marking his 62nd birthday, the page posted a throwback picture of the prince with his brother, King Charles, and sister Princess Anne.
Meghan Markle shares a sweet treat for Women’s History Month
To mark Women’s History Month this March, Meghan Markle has shared a sweet treat for those who purchase from her lifestyle brand, As Ever.
"As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we kept something special up our sleeve," read the As Ever newsletter.
"For a limited time, while supplies last, enjoy a complimentary As ever x Compartés chocolate bar with orders of $150 or more. Yes, the same specialty bars that tend to disappear quickly.
"Each order will include one bar selected from our assortment. You may receive decadent dark chocolate layered with raspberry jam, creamy white chocolate finished with flower sprinkles, or milk chocolate with buttery shortbread cookie crumbles.
"The flavor will be a surprise, but each one is made to feel a little special. Something to enjoy yourself, or to share with someone you love. A small gesture of sweetness as we celebrate the women who brighten our lives."
'Shy' Princess Kate mouths unexpected greeting during Commonwealth Day service
The Princess of Wales mouthed an unexpected greeting during the Commonwealth Day service on Monday.
Delighting royal fans, Kate she was spotted mouthing a quick "Hello!" to The Sun's photographer Arthur Edwards, who has taken pictures of the royal family for more than 30 years.
Read the full story and watch the video here.
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Queen Camilla shares 'sorrow and sympathy' for survivors of abuse: 'You are not alone'
The Queen has shared her "solidarity, sorrow and sympathy" for the survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, telling them "you are not alone".
In a powerful speech to guests at a Women of the World reception to mark International Women's Day, Camilla cited the devastating stories of French rape survivor Gisele Pelicot, and that of Amy Hunt, whose mother Carol and sisters Louise and Hannah were murdered by Louise's former partner in 2024.
Read more of her speech here.
Prince William's 2,500-home Kent development set for decision despite hundreds of objections
The first phase of plans for a 2,500-home development on Kent farmland owned by the Prince of Wales has been recommended for approval by councillors, despite attracting hundreds of objections.
The Duchy of Cornwall submitted its plans to create a new "garden" neighbourhood, South East Faversham, on the edge of the town to Swale Borough Council in 2024.
The decision on whether the first phase can go ahead, which includes 261 homes, a local centre and green space, is scheduled for Tuesday evening.
Read more about the plans and the whopping 467 objections to them here.
Adieu for now
That's all we have for you for this Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 of March, but we'll have more all things royals in tomorrow's live blog, and the rest of the week's.
Cheers!
