Going vegan, banning the trade of exotic animals and clamping down on crowded farms could prevent the world from being ravaged by another pandemic, leading scientists warned today. A 25-strong team of wildlife and veterinary experts have identified seven routes by which pandemics could occur moving forward — and 161 ways to reduce the risk … Read more
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have praised a five-year-old double amputee who has raised more than £1million for the NHS by trying to walk 10km. Prince William and Kate, both 38, said they were ‘so proud of the incredible courage and determination shown’ by Tony Hudgell, who had both of his legs amputated as a baby after … Read more
The Queen has shared a touching photograph of her grandson Prince William for his 38th birthday. Her Majesty, 94, is seen sitting next to the Duke of Cambridge as the pair both offer beaming smiles in the candid throwback, taken at the Patron’s Lunch Street Party in London, in 2016 to celebrate the Queen’s 90th … Read more
Giggling uncontrollably, three young siblings pile on to their beaming dad in joyous horseplay. The gorgeous photograph is the latest to be taken by the Duchess of Cambridge, and has been released to mark Father’s Day and William’s 38th birthday, both of which fall today. It clearly shows the playful, loving bond between the family, … Read more
Prince William joins sporting stars including England rugby hero Jonny Wilkinson to highlight ‘vital’ need to talk about mental health Prince William championed the Heads Up campaign for mental health in football William was joined by Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden and British sports stars The group reviewed the Government’s Mental Health and Elite Sport Action … Read more
With many European kings and queens having resumed physical engagements since the easing of lockdown in their countries, the British royal households are continuing to operate behind closed doors. Yesterday the Duchess of Cambridge, 38, made a virtual visit to Clouds House, a rehab centre in Wiltshire, to see how they have continued their life-saving work … Read more
Art imitates life as Fitzwilliam Museum puts PPE in the frames of some of its most celebrated exhibits The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge has re-imagined its artworks to fit in with times of social distancing New adaptations are being sold as postcards to raise money after Covid-19 closed the museum in March PPE has been … Read more
The Duchess of Cambridge proved she remains queen of the high street as she donned a set of £5 Accessorize earrings for a video call with Prince William yesterday. Prince William, 37, and Kate Middleton, 38, spoke to volunteers from Shout in different parts of the country to thank them for the support that they … Read more
Shoe-box flats the size of disabled parking bays have been green-lighted for construction, flying in the face of a fierce backlash. Developers have brushed off criticism over their 182-square foot apartments and insist the micro-homes are ‘a perfectly reasonable size’. A kitchen, bathroom and bedroom cram inside the proposed rooms, which will be fitted inside … Read more
Cambridge University bosses are seeking financial support from the Government after huge downturn in international students amid coronavirus lockdown Cambridge University is expecting significant financial strain due to COVID-19 A lack of incoming foreign students mean the institution is looking to cut costs The 800-year-old institution is one of the richest universities in the UK Here’s how to … Read more