TODAY'S ROYAL AGENDA:
- Prince William attends concert for Sir David Attenborough
- Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie party with Taylor Swift
- Royal tributes pour in for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday
- The Queen meets Ebony Horse Club riders at Badminton Horse Trials
- William and Kate host Buckingham Palace Garden Party
Star-studded night out!
What a week it's been for Princess Eugenie! Just days after announcing she is expecting her third child, the Princess stepped out for a rare double date with sister Princess Beatrice - and the guest list was truly A-list.
The royal sisters were spotted at Marylebone's Hart pub last night for model Poppy Delevingne's 40th birthday bash. Eugenie looked radiant, showing off her growing baby bump in a chic black dress and a statement metallic blue coat. She was joined by husband Jack Brooksbank, who is celebrating his own 40th birthday last weekend!
Take a look at the pictures here.
Behind the gates at Windsor
With the Royal Windsor Horse Show just around the corner (running from 14-17 May!), we've been treated to a rare behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in the royals' garden.
This isn't just any horse show - it was the late Queen's favourite event of the year, and it's held in the private grounds of Windsor Castle. Did you know dogs have been banned from the royal tent since 1944? Apparently, a lurcher once broke in and stole a chicken leg right from King George VI's plate!
To find out more, and see exclusive photos and the full menu from the Royal Box, click on our story.
Birthday tributes from the King
The national celebrations for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday are in full swing, and the King and Queen have shared a beautiful message to the legendary naturalist.
"Wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy 100th birthday," they wrote on social media, alongside a collection of nature emojis.
Trump and Harry
While King Charles and President Trump raised a glass to the "special relationship" during last month's historic state visit, one royal was notably missing from the guest list: Prince Harry.
The back-and-forth between the two has certainly kept royal watchers talking! From the President's vocal support for the "traditional" monarchy to Harry's candid reflections on his new life in America, it's clear they have very different perspectives on the royal role. Read our explainer here.
Man charged after encounter with Andrew
There has been a serious development on the Sandringham Estate this morning. A 39-year-old man, Alex Jenkinson, is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court today following an incident involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
The former Duke of York was reportedly out walking his dogs near his new home at Marsh Farm in Wolferton on Wednesday evening when he was approached by a man in a balaclava.
According to reports, the individual jumped out of a car and began shouting abuse at Andrew, who was forced to make a quick exit with his protection officer.
Alex, 39, of Stowmarket, Suffolk, has been charged with two counts of using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour to harass someone or cause alarm or distress, Norfolk Constabulary said on Thursday night. He has also been charged with failing to provide a specimen of blood in custody and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Good morning
Welcome back to our royal live blog! I'm taking over the helm this morning to bring you all the latest from the monarchy on what is a truly historic day for the nation.
Today marks Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, and the tributes are pouring in for the legendary naturalist! Leading the global well-wishes is Prince Harry, who has shared a deeply personal and moving essay in Time magazine.
The Duke of Sussex didn't hold back in his praise, hailing Sir David as a "secular saint" and an "institutional pillar as essential to the national fabric as a cup of tea".
Harry's tribute
The Duke of Sussex has described Sir David Attenborough as an "institutional pillar as essential to the national fabric as a cup of tea", in a moving tribute to celebrate the world-renowned naturalist and broadcaster's 100th birthday.
The duke highlighted how Sir David has brought serious issues such as climate change and habitation loss to much greater attention, writing for TIME Magazine that
Sir David's "lack of any conceivable agenda measn that the alarm bells he sounds signify all the more urgency".
“When a man who has quite literally seen it all begins to describe the loss of the planet’s stability, he isn’t being provocative. He is reporting from the front lines of a planet he has known longer, and more intimately, than almost anyone alive," wrote the prince.
BREAKING
Alex Jenkinson, 39, has been charged with two counts of harassment after an incident in Wolferton on May 6 near Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s home on the King’s Sandringham estate.
Mr Jenkinson has been charged with two counts of using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour to harass someone or cause alarm or distress.
He has also been charged with failing to provide a specimen of blood in custody.
Mr Jenkinson is in custody and is due to appear at Norwich Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Prince's big night
Prince William went through every emotion on Thursday night during a surprise appearance to watch his beloved football team, Aston Villa, play.
William, 43, was seen cheering Aston Villa on from the stands as he attended their semi-final Europa League match against Nottingham Forest at Villa Park in Birmingham.
See all the pictures here.
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Queen Mary
In Denmark, Queen Mary was a guest of honor at a dinner for the Global Fashion Agenda at Statens Museum for Kunst.
The royal, known for her chic outfits, wore a silk wrap blouse and an A-line midi skirt in a floral green pattern.
Princess Eugenie
Princess Eugenie is expecting her third child, but that doesn't mean the little one won'tbe getting their own sweet new outfits.
The princess has been spotted shopping for baby clothes at a press day in Soho on Thursday for a baby and children's shopping and pampering event.
See the full story here.
Wales children name a joey
The Wales family has named the newest eastern grey kangaroo joey at Australia Zoo!
Robert Irwin announced the news on Instagram, sharing this "his friends, the Wales family" named the young joey Cwtch, pronounced "kutch"
Read the full story here.
Passing the reins!
That's it from me! I am passing the reins over to Becky in the US!
Royal no-gos!
With world-class palace chefs at their service and exotic dishes on offer during royal tours, you’d imagine nothing is off-limits for the royals when it comes to tasty meals. But there are a few foods the Royal Family tends to avoid – from fine delicacies to surprising household staples.
Whether it’s to avoid bad breath during a handshake line, dodge potential food poisoning, or simply stick to long-standing royal preferences, there are a few surprising items that King Charles, Princess Kate, Princess Anne and more always steer clear of. Wondering what doesn’t make the royals' dinner plates?
On the list of no-go foods are shellfish, foie gras, sugar (in tea), chocolate, rare meats, starchy carbs, spicy food, tap water.
Barefoot Lilibet
Princess Lilibet has the most adorable bond with her elder brother, Prince Archie, and we have the proof.
In a sweet family photo shared by the Duchess of Sussex to mark Archie's seventh birthday on Wednesday, the barefoot sibling duo were pictured holding hands while enjoying time together on the beach.
"7 years later…happy birthday to our sweet boy," Meghan penned in the caption, alongside another photo showing Archie as a tiny baby in his father, Prince Harry's, arms.
One thing that couldn't go unnoticed in the update was the brother-sister duo's striking red hair, which shone brilliantly under the beating rays of the Californian sunshine.
While it hasn't been confirmed how the Sussexes marked Archie's big day overseas, no doubt his adoring family will have made the day incredibly special.
Queen of glamour
The Queen has been given the fan from her official coronation portrait to commemorate her historic crowning.
Camilla opened The Fan Museum’s new Monarchy exhibition in Greenwich, south-east London, on Thursday as part of her role as its patron.
She revealed how she could not wait to see the specially-made creation, describing it as “so beautiful” and saying she would use it on “special occasions”.
It features the Queen’s favourite flowers, butterflies, and her birthday star constellation, as well as a dragon fly which represents George and the Dragon.
The visit took place the day after the third anniversary of the King and Queen’s coronation which saw the monarch and his consort crowned and anointed in a deeply religious ceremony in Westminster Abbey on May 6 2023.
Camilla had also given the museum some fans from her own collection, which she remarked left “a few little spaces” back at Clarence House.
Breaking news
A man has been arrested on suspicion of public order and weapon offences near Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s home on the Sandringham Estate following reports the former prince was threatened while walking his dogs.
The Telegraph reported a man had approached and shouted at Andrew, who then drove away with his private security detail, on Wednesday evening.
Norfolk Police, in response to an inquiry about the incident involving Andrew, said: "In a statement in response to: 'Officers were called to Wolferton shortly after 7.30pm yesterday (Wednesday 6 May 2026) following a report a man was behaving in an intimidating manner in the village.
'Officers attended, and the man was arrested on suspicion of a public order offence and possession of an offensive weapon. He was taken to King’s Lynn Police Investigation Centre for questioning and remains in custody."
Royal throwback
Princess Charlene always pulls out all the stops at an evening gala, but in 2011, the wife of Prince Albert wore a mermaid dress that has since been forgotten.
The princess, who was a pro swimmer in her pre-royal life, made an appearance alongside her husband at the Formula One Gala Dinner at the Monaco Sporting events venue and looked like a goddess in a bronzed gold maxi gown featuring a boat neckline and fit-and-flare skirt that pooled around her feet.
Rania's hike
Queen Rania Al Abdullah visited the village of Saham Al Kafarat in the governorate of Irbid on Wednesday, where she joined a group of local young men and women for a hike in a scenic area overlooking the Yarmouk River.
During the hike, Her Majesty spoke with a number of local tourism activists who shared their experiences in promoting nature tourism spots in the Jordanian countryside. The Queen also met with members of the local community, who spoke to her about their initiatives.
Her Majesty’s visit to Saham Al Kafarat comes as part of ongoing efforts to support local tourism by raising awareness of the country’s unique travel destinations. Earlier this year, she visited Wadi Rum, where she aimed to highlight the diversity of Jordan’s touristic offerings.
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It's Isabelle here, and I will be taking you through all the royal updates this afternoon!
Afternoon handover
Handing over to the lovely Isabelle Casey for this afternoon's shift. Stay tuned for all the royal news.
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King Charles' special service photos
The latest photos from King Charles' service of the Order of St Michael and St George at St Paul's Cathedral:
King Charles arrives for St Paul's ceremony
King Charles has arrived for the service of the Order of St Michael and St George at St Paul's Cathedral, wearing a blue ceremonial cloak.
The Service of Dedication and Commemoration is typically held at St Paul’s Cathedral every four years and this marks Charles' first as King.
It is a ceremony to recognise outstanding service by those working overseas.
Charles was met with a fanfare of state trumpeters and then he was greeted by the Right Honourable Lady Mayor of the City of London, Dame Susan Langley.
Charles was then welcomed inside by the Duke of Kent, who is Grand Master of the Order.


























