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6 hours ago
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Insider reveals how Harry and Meghan really feel about major Netflix announcement
IN LONDON The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are 'over the moon' to have inked a new Netflix deal, but it comes amid a challenging period for Prince Harry. The couple confirmed their 'first-look' deal on Monday, which – unlike their previous multi-million-dollar, exclusive agreement – gives the streaming giant the opportunity to view and potentially buy any future productions before they are shopped around to other studios. It's understood to be worth significantly less than the contract Harry and Meghan signed back in 2020 – but a source close to the couple told that they were 'thrilled' with the arrangement, given the dramatically-changed streaming landscape. 'Where Netflix was five years ago is a very different place to where it is today. Obviously, five years ago there was the pandemic and the way they operated as a business was different – they paid people for exclusivity,' the insider pointed out. 'Now the landscape has changed so [Harry and Meghan] are thrilled to have been signed on for another deal.' Questions after Meghan statement In the initial deal, both the duke and duchess were actively involved in a number of projects, with their tentpole production being the 2022 ratings hit docu-series, Harry and Meghan. However, other shows struggled to find an audience, including Harry's Heart of Invictus and his most recent solo show, Polo, which was released last year. Meghan's own individual offering, With Love, Meghan, premiered in March to plenty of fanfare – and while the reviews were less than favourable, it was quickly renewed for season two with Netflix even joining her online food brand, As Ever, as a commercial partner. Given that, the fact it was only Meghan quoted in the new Netflix deal announcement raised plenty of eyebrows – but a source close to the pair confirmed to that Harry is 'definitely still involved'. 'Harry is definitely still involved in the production side of [Archewell]. He'll continue to be involved into the future,' the insider said. 'Last week was a really difficult week with all the Sentebale stuff, but he's moving on. He's really excited about what potentially he could do in Lesotho and Botswana, he's excited about the new deal on Netflix, he's looking forward to the future and what's coming down the line.' Harry 'really upset': source With the Netflix negotiations quietly underway behind the scenes in recent weeks, Harry has also been dealing with the fallout of the controversy surrounding the charity he co-founded with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho. Sentebale, established in 2006 in honour of their late mothers, supports children and young people in Lesotho and Botswana, particularly those affected by HIV/AIDS. The princes – along with the board of trustees – stepped down from their positions with the charity earlier this year amid an irreparable relationship breakdown with its chair, Sophie Chandauka. The dramatic internal conflict resulted in a public war of words between both camps, and triggered an investigation by the charity watchdog, which released its findings last week. While there was no evidence of 'widespread or systemic bullying or harassment, including misogyny or misogynoir at the charity', as had been alleged, and also no evidence of 'overreach by either the chair or the Duke of Sussex as patron'. Nonetheless, Harry is 'really upset' over the whole saga, a source close to him revealed. 'He put his blood, sweat and tears and a huge amount of his own personal finances into [Sentebale] over 20 years,' they said. There was a huge amount of investment by him, and then in 2023, Ms Chandauka came in and basically committed a hostile takeover of the charity.' It's been widely reported that Harry is now considering setting up a new charity to provide assistance in the region, but the insider insisted it's still 'just an option' at this stage. 'He's keeping all of his options open. Whether that's starting a new charity or doing work to support existing charities in the region operating in that sector, no decisions have been made,' the source said. 'One thing he will continue to do is support the children of Bostwana and Lesotho.' Back in March, Harry and Seeiso had released a statement saying they were 'in shock' and 'truly heartbroken' to be stepping down. 'What's transpired is unthinkable. We are in shock that we have to do this,' the statement read. 'With heavy hearts, we have resigned for our roles as patrons of the organisation until further notice, in support of and solidarity with the board of trustees. 'It is devastating that the relationship between the charity's trustees and the chair of the board broke down beyond repair.' Chandauka then hit back, claiming they had unsuccessfully tried to force her out because she 'dared to blow the whistle about issues of poor governance, weak executive management, abuse of power, bullying, harassment, misogyny, misogynoir – and the cover-up that ensued'. Following the release of the watchdog's findings, Harry's spokesman said the damage to Sentebale had already been done. 'Unsurprisingly, the Commission makes no findings of wrongdoing in relation to Sentebale's Co-Founder and former Patron, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex,' a statement to Page Six read. 'They also found no evidence of widespread bullying, harassment or misogyny and misogynoir at the charity, as falsely claimed by the current Chair. 'Despite all that, their report falls troublingly short in many regards, primarily the fact that the consequences of the current Chair's actions will not be borne by her — but by the children who rely on Sentebale's support.' Meanwhile, Chandauka, who remains as head of the charity, insisted they 'are emerging not just grateful to have survived, but stronger'.
News.com.au
a day ago
- News.com.au
SuperCoach EPL: Five secrets to fantasy football success revealed
In our sports mad household everything is a competition. I don't often get to stand on top of the podium but for three years running I've managed to beat my husband in the fantasy league for the EPL. He generally beats me at the in-family NRL tipping competition (despite not following the code) and when it comes to AFL I don't stand a chance. Football though is his top sport, he has followed it since he was born, played it before he could walk and still lives and breathes every single bit of news no matter how small about the EPL. Dinner time conversations these past few months have revolved around transfer moves, which rising stars are going to dominate the league this season and of course whether or not his much-loved Manchester United will actually have a season worth watching. Not that he would care. He loyally watches every single match at whatever hour. So the fact I've managed to pull together a fantasy team that can top his not once, not twice but three times in a row certainly has him looking for revenge. He has kept his team top secret from me this season. Football talk has stopped short of mentioning the latest SuperCoach cheapie he has found. I'm a football fan too, but I won't claim to live and breathe the English league as much as my husband does. And there are no doubt others with much more skill at picking a SuperCoach side than myself but here are the five rules I follow when picking my team. Rule 1: Back the winners They might drain your bank account a bit but players like Mohamed Salah, Cole Palmer and Erling Haaland are worth a motza for a reason – they deliver consistent results. I aim to have at least two of these players in my squad. Rule 2: Don't risk the keeper There is just one in your team and a less than consistent goal keeper can absolutely be your demise. You want to aim for a keeper who is likely to start each week and plays for a team that has a low goal difference each season. This isn't a player you want to buck the trend on. I've locked in David Raya for this season. He played every minute of every Premier League game last season and shared the Golden Glove honours for his 13 clean sheets. He is an easy set and forget option. Rule 3: Share the love Try to include a good mix of teams in your squad. My husband's team always has as many Manchester United players as allowed which is highly likely why he has struggled the past three seasons. I aim to have a player from 'big clubs' like Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool – simply because they tend to deliver results which means even an off the bench player can deliver some solid points. Rule 4: Be different The SuperCoach app allows you to see how many other players have selected each footballer. I try to avoid players I know my husband is going to choose because if we both have the same it is just going to cancel each other out. For instance I know that my husband won't pick Salah in his squad because of his great dislike of anything to do with Liverpool. Buying a few midfielders or defenders, even if you just pop them on your bench, from middle ranked teams can deliver big results. I've given Leeds midfielder Jack Harrison a shot and Granit Xhaka who has joined promoted side Sunderland. Rule 5: Don't spend all your money Things can change in an instant in football, especially the EPL. An injury, red card, transfer to a key player in your squad can really leave you stranded mid-season. A player who was expected to perform could be left out of the squad. If you keep a couple of million spare in the bank it means you have the ability to easily substitute out a player and upgrade early on without having to significantly alter your team to find extra cash.
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a day ago
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Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner angrily hits back at ‘mum shamer'
Sophie Turner refused to allow negative comments to ruin her time away from her children. The Game of Thrones actress shared a series of photos and videos on social media from an epic night at an Oasis reunion concert. When one user criticised Turner, 29, for having fun without her kids, the actress turned the tables on the parenting police. 'Bucket hats & beers …. That'll do me. Thank you @levis,' Sophie captioned the media haul, which included pictures of the actress having the time of her life with friends at the show. 'LMFAO I think she has forgotten that she has two kids,' one user commented under Turner's carousel. 'Ah I'm so sorry sometimes I forget some people can't think for themselves,' Turner responded to the user. 'So…. Get this… There's this crazy thing called shared custody. Maybe, just maybe, they were with their dad that day.' More than one thousand fans liked Sophie's clap-back, with dozens more writing in to support the English actress. 'Queen of The North and The Comebacks,' one follower wrote, while another wondered, 'Would you say this to Joe?' Turner and ex-husband, Joe Jonas, finalised their divorce in September, one year after the former couple split. Jonas, 35, and Turner, 29, reached an agreement through moderated negotiations regarding spousal support, splitting the former couple's assets and custody of their two children. Judge Gina Beovides declared that the marriage was 'irretrievably broken,' and that the couple's agreement, especially their parenting plan, was in the best interest of the family. The Miami-Dade County judge approved the agreement in September. Turner and Jonas first met in 2016 after the Jonas Brothers singer reached out to the actress via Instagram. They got engaged in 2017 and tied the knot in an impromptu Vegas wedding in 2019. Jonas originally filed for divorce in a Florida court in September 2023, Fox News Digital previously confirmed. 'After four wonderful years of marriage, we have mutually decided to amicably end our marriage,' the estranged couple later wrote in a joint statement. 'There are many speculative narratives as to why, but truly this is a united decision, and we sincerely hope that everyone can respect our wishes for privacy for us and our children.' Shortly following the divorce announcement, Turner sued Jonas in a New York court over the custody of their two children. She claimed she learned of the divorce filing 'through the media' in the court documents obtained by Fox News Digital. The marriage between Turner and Jonas broke down 'very suddenly' following 'an argument' that occurred on the Cake by the Ocean singer's 34th birthday. Turner also accused Jonas of 'the wrongful retention' of their daughters for multiple days. The actress said Jonas' lawyer, Thomas J. Sasser, acknowledged that the pop star wouldn't give up the kids' passports or 'consent for the children to return home to England.' The actress recalled being portrayed as a bad mum in tabloids and on gossip sites, while Jonas was shown as the doting dad to their daughters. She told British Vogue 'those were the worst few days of my life.'
