Palace Intrigue: Harry, Meghan & the Crown. Royal Family News and Gossip.

Meghan Markle prepares for her first public appearance since disturbing allegations involving her estranged father, Thomas Markle Senior, emerged. Prince Harry and Meghan are also reportedly planning their first Christmas in Britain since 2018, but without King Charles and the Royal Family at Sandringham.

Meanwhile, Meghan's As Ever lifestyle brand faces trademark setbacks in Brazil, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand. Archewell Productions loses a senior executive, and an insider warns that Meghan's Junior MasterChef Australia appearance could become a "hate watch."

Plus, could Prince William's love of Aston Villa signal the eventual end of the Royal Family's centuries-old horse racing tradition? And William and Kate get life-sized chocolate and sugar sculptures.

Questions this episode answers: When will Meghan Markle appear in public again? Are Harry and Meghan spending Christmas in Britain? Why is As Ever facing international trademark problems? Who has left Archewell Productions? Is Meghan's MasterChef appearance facing backlash?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

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King Charles has expressed profound personal sorrow over Britain's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, but stopped short of delivering the formal apology sought by campaigners.
Addressing Commonwealth leaders in Antigua, the King described slavery as a shameful chapter of history that filled him with horror. He also highlighted the Royal Navy's role in suppressing the slave trade and called for practical cooperation to address historical injustices.

Meanwhile, Charles and Queen Camilla concluded their Caribbean tour with a Commonwealth dinner, a beach cleanup and more jokes about the King's now-famous soaking during a military parade.

There's even a report of a last-minute royal bathroom emergency, with a replacement toilet allegedly rushed in ahead of the couple's stay in Antigua.

Back in Britain, royal biographer Tom Bower has launched a blistering attack on Charles's handling of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Bower calls the King weak and argues that allowing the Sussexes to return to Britain could become a defining mistake of his reign.

The Royal Family is also preparing for Remembrance Weekend, with Charles, William, Anne and Edward scheduled to honor Britain's war dead at the Cenotaph.

And despite their continuing estrangement, Prince William and Prince Harry have both written to recipients of the Diana Award, maintaining their separate support for the charity honoring their late mother, Princess Diana.

Questions this episode answers:
Did King Charles apologize for Britain's involvement in slavery?
What did King Charles say about the transatlantic slave trade at the Commonwealth summit?
Why is Britain resisting financial reparations for slavery?
How did King Charles joke about getting soaked during his Caribbean tour?
Why did Queen Camilla remove her shoes during a beach cleanup in Antigua?
Did King Charles really need a replacement toilet during his royal visit?
Why is royal biographer Tom Bower calling King Charles weak?
Does Tom Bower want Harry and Meghan to leave Britain?
Could Harry and Meghan's return damage King Charles's legacy?
Who will attend the Royal Family's Remembrance Sunday commemorations?
Have Prince William and Prince Harry reunited over the Diana Award?
How are William and Harry honoring Princess Diana's legacy?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is facing a potentially explosive return to public scrutiny after being summoned to give evidence in a High Court fraud trial in December.

The former Duke of York is expected to face questions about disputed payments, including approximately $1 million transferred to him by a Turkish businesswoman who alleges she was misled by her financial adviser. Andrew is not accused of wrongdoing in the case, and the money was subsequently repaid.

The court appearance could mark Andrew's first public questioning since his disastrous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview. Meanwhile, reports suggest he has quietly resumed attending private social events, raising fresh questions about his place in royal society.
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are also facing speculation about whether they will spend Christmas with their parents, Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, or join King Charles and the wider Royal Family at Sandringham.

After the break, investigators in the Philippines are examining electronic devices and other materials allegedly connected to Thomas Markle Senior as part of an investigation involving suspected child sexual abuse imagery. Authorities have not established ownership of the devices, and Markle denies all allegations.

A former royal protection officer explains whether the publicity surrounding the investigation could affect Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's security arrangements.

And palace sources quoted by Page Six suggest the Royal Family may distance itself further from the Sussexes, even while privately sympathizing with Meghan.

Questions this episode answers:
Why has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor been summoned to the High Court?
What is the fraud case involving Andrew and Turkish businesswoman Nebahat Isbilen?
Is Andrew accused of wrongdoing in the High Court case?
What happened to the disputed payment of approximately $1 million?
Will Andrew testify publicly for the first time since his BBC Newsnight interview?
Is Andrew returning to private parties and royal social circles?
Will Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie spend Christmas with Andrew and Sarah Ferguson?
What are Philippine investigators examining in the Thomas Markle case?
Have authorities established who owns the electronic devices under investigation?
Could the Thomas Markle allegations affect Harry and Meghan's royal security?
Is Buckingham Palace distancing itself from Meghan Markle?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

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King Charles's soaking during a military parade in Antigua has become a royal talking point, with a lip reader claiming the monarch repeatedly demanded to know where his umbrella had gone.

As Queen Camilla found shelter, Charles was left standing in the Caribbean rain, apparently growing frustrated with his aides. But the King soon recovered his sense of humor, joking that he was growing watercress on his clothes.

Royal commentator Phil Dampier says Camilla remains Charles's greatest source of support as the monarchy navigates family scandals and other pressures.

There was a lighter moment when Charles unexpectedly reunited with Idris Elba in Antigua, and another royal surprise when a horse the King previously owned won the Melbourne Cup, earning millions for its new owners.

Meanwhile, Sarah Ferguson has returned to Britain and is reportedly maintaining a supportive relationship with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor as she looks for a new home.
And Andrew is reportedly challenging police search warrants connected to the investigation into his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein. RadarOnline claims the legal action has angered King Charles and sparked another family dispute. Andrew denies wrongdoing.
 
Why was King Charles left standing in the rain without an umbrella?
What did King Charles reportedly say to his aides during the Antigua downpour?
Did Queen Camilla leave Charles standing in the rain?
How did King Charles react after getting soaked during the parade?
Why do royal commentators say Camilla is essential to Charles's reign?
What happened when King Charles unexpectedly met Idris Elba?
Did a horse formerly owned by King Charles win the Melbourne Cup?
How much prize money did the King's former racehorse earn?
Has Sarah Ferguson returned to live in Britain?
Are Sarah Ferguson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor still in contact?
Is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor challenging police search warrants?
Why is Andrew's reported legal fight causing tension with King Charles?
Is Andrew selling his Bentley to pay legal expenses?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

King WIlliam Season 3

Crown and Controversy Season 4

Crown and Controversy: Kate Middleton

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly abandoned their search for a multimillion-dollar British home and moved into a separate property on a wealthy friend's Cotswolds estate.

Meanwhile, RadarOnline claims the Sussexes are cutting staff as their spending puts pressure on their finances. Anonymous sources describe their lifestyle as unsustainable, although the couple have not publicly confirmed the alleged financial difficulties.

Harry is also reportedly blaming Queen Camilla for preventing another meeting with King Charles. Sources claim he feels increasingly frustrated by his father's absence and Prince William's continued refusal to reconnect.

Another report suggests Meghan regrets publicly discussing the 2019 police warning letter containing allegations against her father, Thomas Markle. However, friends and royal journalists describe the Duchess as deeply distressed by the allegations while also relieved that they are finally being examined. Markle denies wrongdoing.

Elsewhere, William and Kate's Halloween photograph of Prince Louis sparks another comparison with Meghan, who remained quiet on social media over the holiday.

And could Robert Irwin have been the alternative to Meghan for Junior MasterChef Australia? A new report claims the wildlife presenter was waiting in the wings if her reported hosting deal fell through.

**Questions this episode answers:**
Where are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle living in the Cotswolds?
Have Harry and Meghan abandoned their search for a British mansion?
Are the Sussexes reportedly experiencing financial problems?
Why are Harry and Meghan cutting staff at Archewell?
Does Prince Harry believe Queen Camilla is blocking his reunion with King Charles?
Why hasn't Prince William reconciled with Prince Harry?
Are Harry and Meghan struggling to win back the British public?
Does Meghan Markle regret discussing the 2019 warning letter about her father?
What have Meghan's friends said about her reaction to the allegations?
Why did Meghan Markle skip posting Halloween photographs this year?
Did William and Kate share a new photograph of Prince Louis?
Was Robert Irwin considered for Junior MasterChef Australia instead of Meghan Markle?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

King WIlliam Season 3

Crown and Controversy Season 4

Crown and Controversy: Kate Middleton