• Fergie’s Study Sex Scandal, Andrew’s Flood of Accusers, and the Palace Braces for a Prince Philip book
    Jan 12 2026
    Explosive new claims reopen the darkest chapter of the House of York. Fresh reporting alleges Sarah Ferguson carried on an affair inside Prince Andrew’s private study — while he slept upstairs. The accusations, drawn from multiple books and former household staff, revive memories of the York marriage’s spectacular collapse and the Palace’s fury at Ferguson’s behaviour.

    Meanwhile, biographer Andrew Lownie says the dam has finally burst. Former protection officers, diplomats, naval figures, and palace insiders are now coming forward daily with new allegations about Andrew, prompting plans for a sequel rather than a simple book update. Sources warn there is now enough material to haunt the monarchy for years, with fears Andrew could ultimately flee abroad if pressure escalates further.

    We also look at why Lownie’s newly announced Prince Philip project has triggered quiet alarm inside royal circles, as well as the contrast on display elsewhere in the family: Catherine releases a deeply personal cancer recovery film marking her birthday, while Queen Camilla promotes the growing reach of her Reading Room charity. As the York scandals resurface yet again, the Palace faces an uncomfortable truth — some ghosts simply refuse to stay buried.

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    9 mins
  • Kate Middleton discusses cancer, Camilla Bristles, and the Queen vs Queen battle widens
    Jan 12 2026
    In a rare and quietly powerful moment, Catherine offers a glimpse into her cancer journey during a joint hospital visit with Prince William, telling an NHS volunteer simply, “I know.” The moment resonates — and sharply contrasts with reports of rising tension behind palace doors.According to multiple sources, relations between Catherine and Queen Camilla have deteriorated, with claims of territorial behaviour, lingering resentment, and a growing sense that the Waleses are no longer waiting patiently for the future.

    Royal insiders say the fallout from the York scandals has only intensified the strain.We also cover a lighter moment that went slightly off the rails as Zara Tindall cringes live on Australian television thanks to one of Mike Tindall’s signature jokes — plus a candid listener review questioning the show’s Meghan-Harry balance.

    And yes, Meghan finds her way back in, with British kettle language, Oprah appearances, brand advice, and yet another gentle reminder that trying to do everything at once may be the real problem.

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    9 mins
  • "Most Disappointing Celebrity and the $23 Million Inventory Problem" - The week in Royal news with Mark Francis
    Jan 11 2026
    HOMETOWN PAPER VERDICT: Toronto Star labels Meghan "most disappointing celebrity of 2025"—columnist: "Despite having all the ingredients to become global success, she has slowly deflated." Source: "Most painful review Meghan has had because it comes from city that once gave her refuge and normality. It's shaken her confidence." AS EVER INVENTORY DISASTER: Website glitch allegedly exposes $23M in unsold stock—220K+ jars fruit spreads, 90K candles, 110K tea products. Twitter analysis: "At current sales rates will take NINE YEARS to move all stock. That's catastrophically bad." Daily Express defends: "Points to business that's flying, literally off the shelf." DIANA DOCUMENTARY PLANS: Harry/Meghan developing Diana film for Netflix—Meghan wants to DIRECT. William "absolutely sickened that Harry, by extension Meghan, will be profiting off Diana. Nothing more than shameless money grab and he's vowing to do whatever it takes to stop them." Meghan pushing Harry to access SEALED 6,000-page Diana dossier in Paris (not public until 2082)—source: "She's convinced it could give them ultimate 'hook' to save their Netflix deal." HARRY "HOMESICK, HENPECKED AND HOLLOWED-OUT"—sources: "Harry has reached breaking point with life in California, no longer sees future for himself there. Feels profoundly unhappy and directionless. He misses the life he had—loved his sports, having laugh and pint with pals at pub. Misses sense of purpose being working royal gave him." Insider: "That security case became escape route. He is just absolutely done with life in the States." S

    ECURITY WIN opens spring UK visit—late Feb/early March window. STRICT CONDITIONS: NDAs, Faraday bags for phones at family meetings, pre-approved social media, mediator to ensure "Meghan doesn't bottle things up and offload later in interviews." Princess Anne BLOCKING reconciliation—calling Meghan "upstart," says Charles entertaining reconciliation is "madness." KARDASHIANS CUTTING THEM OFF—Kris Jenner furious over photo permission denial: "Massive slap in face—one that she cannot let slide."

    PR AGENCIES REJECTING them—quote: "Difficult and frankly cheap. Kardashians and Beyoncé spend fortune on PR; Harry and Meghan expect same results for fraction of budget." "ARISE, QUEEN KATE" causes palace irritation—Times magazine cover sparks Camilla fury. Deep Crown: "Catherine achieved what current King spent decades pursuing: genuine public affection combined with institutional credibility." AI chatbot creating

    SEXUALIZED IMAGES of Kate—Ofcom urgent intervention with Elon Musk's X. Andrew sending "begging letters" via Sarah Ferguson. "Duchess of England" Epstein manual mystery. Easter Royal Lodge deadline. Camilla reveals teenage sexual assault on train. Plus: Harry "homesick," Archewell staff 80-85% reduction, rom-com as "make-or-break," $150K-$300K PR budgets they won't pay.

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    17 mins
  • Fergie Begs, Andrew Burns, and the "Yorks" Hit Rock Bottom
    Jan 11 2026
    Sarah Ferguson is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons — again. Reports claim Fergie sent desperate Christmas messages to senior royals, apologising for past scandals at a moment insiders say was wildly misjudged. We look at why those overtures landed badly, and why invoking regret alongside the Epstein saga only deepened Palace irritation.

    Then, a resurfaced email photographed on Jeffrey Epstein’s desk raises fresh questions about unpaid wages, money troubles, and why correspondence involving Sarah and Prince Andrew was sitting in Epstein’s home years later. Add mounting debts at Ferguson’s struggling lifestyle brand, new claims she’s pressuring Queen Camilla, and reports of panic behind the scenes — and the Yorks’ financial reality looks increasingly bleak.

    We also examine how Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are being used as the family’s last remaining bridge to respectability, why Royal Lodge is no longer an inheritance option, and a BBC investigation into millions Andrew received through the controversial sale of Sunninghill Park. The Palace has managed difficult relatives before — but this situation is testing even its legendary patience.

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    9 mins
  • The Lighter Side of the Crown: Gloves, Gowns, and Green Helicopters
    Jan 10 2026
    A Windsor Castle video sparks online outrage when staff handle a rare book without gloves, and the Royal Collection Trust has to explain why bare, clean hands are actually best practice. Plus, the real-world cost of dressing like a senior royal, new numbers on the royal helicopter fleet and sustainable fuel claims, and a few lighter royal-adjacent items to close out the week.

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    10 mins
  • Crown and Controversy - Prince Andrew - 4. The Epstein Connection
    Jan 10 2026
    In the late 1990s, a socialite named Ghislaine Maxwell introduced Andrew to Jeffrey Epstein. What began as friendship eventually became a public relations nightmare. As Epstein’s crimes came to light, photographs of Andrew ignited global outrage.

    Palace Intrigue is your daily royal family podcast, diving deep into the modern-day drama, power struggles, and scandals shaping the future of the monarchy.

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    14 mins
  • Kate Middleton Dragged Into AI Sleaze Storm as TikTok Detectives Invent a Wales Royal Split
    Jan 9 2026
    A disturbing new front in royal harassment: an AI chatbot tied to X is accused of generating sexualised images of the Princess of Wales from real photos, prompting “urgent contact” from UK regulator Ofcom. Meanwhile, the internet does what it does — a short clip of Prince William arriving at Kensington Palace with George and Charlotte ignites baseless “separate lives” speculation, plus a side quest into royal travel protocol and why heirs aren’t supposed to fly together.

    Also: the Waleses get compared to the Beckhams, some people love it, some people hate it, and somehow this becomes a whole thing. And we close with the big question: are the royals secretly obsessed with UFOs?

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    9 mins
  • Not So Fast: Meghan's As Ever Stock “Leak” Flips Into a Success Story as Harry Chases Jennifer Lopez
    Jan 9 2026
    Remember the As Ever “glitch” that supposedly exposed a mountain of product? Now comes the counter-narrative: a new claim that the numbers point to massive production runs, major sales, and international expansion plans — not a warehouse full of regret. We break down the competing spins, the purchase limits that suddenly appeared online, and what Meghan herself has said about “ten-exing” inventory. Then: Harry is reportedly working the phones to land celebrity support for his causes, with Jennifer Lopez allegedly on the wish list, while new reports claim he’s feeling increasingly miserable and homesick in California — and he’s heading back to Britain for another court fight.

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    10 mins