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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Charles shows ‘faultless' firing technique on visit to home of Royal Artillery
Charles was met with a 21-gun salute as he arrived at the headquarters of the Royal Regiment of Artillery at Larkhill, Wiltshire, in his first visit since assuming the title of Captain General. The King, who became ceremonial head of the regiment following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, received the royal salute as he arrived at the regiment's headquarters near Salisbury where he was met by Master Gunner, St James's Park, Lieutenant-General Sir Andrew Gregory. Following the national anthem, Charles, wearing the number four tropical dress uniform, was invited into the officers' mess where he met personnel including representatives from the newly formed King's Gurkha Artillery (KGA). Charles reacts after firing an artillery piece during his visit (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) In the dining room, the King had a chance to see historical artefacts including the voluntary artillery officer full dress tunic uniform of his great-grandfather George V. Charles commented: 'It's lasted very well.' He also had a chance to meet families of the service personnel and representatives of Chelsea Pensioners. Charles meets family members of service personnel at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Larkhill (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) In the grounds, the King was shown some of the high-tech equipment used by the soldiers including the L118 light gun, the Archer artillery system, a multiple launch rocket system and drones. Charles picked up one of the fixed-winged drones to gauge its weight as their use was being explained to him. The King also met representatives of the reserves as he was informed about the different roles within the Royal Artillery. Staff sergeant Bethan Preston-Newman, of the 104th Regiment based in Newport, Wales, said: 'It was a once-in-lifetime opportunity to meet the King and really nice to explain what the reserves do.' Lance Bombardier Rebecca Haynes, also based in Newport, said: 'It was a great honour to be here and represent the regiment.' The King views the uniform of King George V in the regimental museum at the Royal Regiment of Artillery (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) Lance Bombardier Alexandra Robinson, based in Worcester, said: 'He is definitely interested in us as people and it's definitely an honour to be here.' Charles then accepted an invitation to take the seated position of the L118 light gun to fire a single shot. He put on a set of ear defenders as he sat in the firing seat and called 'ready' and visibly winced as he pulled the firing lever. Sergeant Neil Mitchell, of 14 Regt, 34 Battery, praised the King's firing technique at pulling the firing lever and said: 'The first one he didn't give it a good enough pull but the second time was faultless.' He added jokingly: 'I was going to ask him if he could start on Monday.' The King was then presented with an engraved 105mm cartridge. Before his departure, Charles chatted to some of the families that had gathered to meet him.
South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- General
- South Wales Argus
Charles shows ‘faultless' firing technique on visit to home of Royal Artillery
Charles was met with a 21-gun salute as he arrived at the headquarters of the Royal Regiment of Artillery at Larkhill, Wiltshire, in his first visit since assuming the title of Captain General. The King, who became ceremonial head of the regiment following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, received the royal salute as he arrived at the regiment's headquarters near Salisbury where he was met by Master Gunner, St James's Park, Lieutenant-General Sir Andrew Gregory. Charles reacts after firing an artillery piece during his visit (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) Following the national anthem, Charles, wearing the number four tropical dress uniform, was invited into the officers' mess where he met personnel including representatives from the newly formed King's Gurkha Artillery (KGA). In the dining room, the King had a chance to see historical artefacts including the voluntary artillery officer full dress tunic uniform of his great-grandfather George V. Charles commented: 'It's lasted very well.' Charles meets family members of service personnel at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Larkhill (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) He also had a chance to meet families of the service personnel and representatives of Chelsea Pensioners. In the grounds, the King was shown some of the high-tech equipment used by the soldiers including the L118 light gun, the Archer artillery system, a multiple launch rocket system and drones. Charles picked up one of the fixed-winged drones to gauge its weight as their use was being explained to him. The King also met representatives of the reserves as he was informed about the different roles within the Royal Artillery. The King views the uniform of King George V in the regimental museum at the Royal Regiment of Artillery (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) Staff sergeant Bethan Preston-Newman, of the 104th Regiment based in Newport, Wales, said: 'It was a once-in-lifetime opportunity to meet the King and really nice to explain what the reserves do.' Lance Bombardier Rebecca Haynes, also based in Newport, said: 'It was a great honour to be here and represent the regiment.' Lance Bombardier Alexandra Robinson, based in Worcester, said: 'He is definitely interested in us as people and it's definitely an honour to be here.' Charles then accepted an invitation to take the seated position of the L118 light gun to fire a single shot. He put on a set of ear defenders as he sat in the firing seat and called 'ready' and visibly winced as he pulled the firing lever. Sergeant Neil Mitchell, of 14 Regt, 34 Battery, praised the King's firing technique at pulling the firing lever and said: 'The first one he didn't give it a good enough pull but the second time was faultless.' He added jokingly: 'I was going to ask him if he could start on Monday.' The King was then presented with an engraved 105mm cartridge. Before his departure, Charles chatted to some of the families that had gathered to meet him.
Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- General
- Western Telegraph
Charles shows ‘faultless' firing technique on visit to home of Royal Artillery
Charles was met with a 21-gun salute as he arrived at the headquarters of the Royal Regiment of Artillery at Larkhill, Wiltshire, in his first visit since assuming the title of Captain General. The King, who became ceremonial head of the regiment following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, received the royal salute as he arrived at the regiment's headquarters near Salisbury where he was met by Master Gunner, St James's Park, Lieutenant-General Sir Andrew Gregory. Charles reacts after firing an artillery piece during his visit (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) Following the national anthem, Charles, wearing the number four tropical dress uniform, was invited into the officers' mess where he met personnel including representatives from the newly formed King's Gurkha Artillery (KGA). In the dining room, the King had a chance to see historical artefacts including the voluntary artillery officer full dress tunic uniform of his great-grandfather George V. Charles commented: 'It's lasted very well.' Charles meets family members of service personnel at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Larkhill (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) He also had a chance to meet families of the service personnel and representatives of Chelsea Pensioners. In the grounds, the King was shown some of the high-tech equipment used by the soldiers including the L118 light gun, the Archer artillery system, a multiple launch rocket system and drones. Charles picked up one of the fixed-winged drones to gauge its weight as their use was being explained to him. The King also met representatives of the reserves as he was informed about the different roles within the Royal Artillery. The King views the uniform of King George V in the regimental museum at the Royal Regiment of Artillery (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA) Staff sergeant Bethan Preston-Newman, of the 104th Regiment based in Newport, Wales, said: 'It was a once-in-lifetime opportunity to meet the King and really nice to explain what the reserves do.' Lance Bombardier Rebecca Haynes, also based in Newport, said: 'It was a great honour to be here and represent the regiment.' Lance Bombardier Alexandra Robinson, based in Worcester, said: 'He is definitely interested in us as people and it's definitely an honour to be here.' Charles then accepted an invitation to take the seated position of the L118 light gun to fire a single shot. He put on a set of ear defenders as he sat in the firing seat and called 'ready' and visibly winced as he pulled the firing lever. I was going to ask him if he could start on Monday Sergeant Neil Mitchell Sergeant Neil Mitchell, of 14 Regt, 34 Battery, praised the King's firing technique at pulling the firing lever and said: 'The first one he didn't give it a good enough pull but the second time was faultless.' He added jokingly: 'I was going to ask him if he could start on Monday.' The King was then presented with an engraved 105mm cartridge. Before his departure, Charles chatted to some of the families that had gathered to meet him.
Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Times
Pictures of the month — and your chance to ask our photographers about them
Jack Hill, James Glossop and Richard Pohle talk us through their favourite shots — post your questions below and James will answer them on Wednesday , Photographer | Jack Hill , Chief News Photographer | Richard Pohle , Photographer The Times Have you ever wondered how our photographers get the perfect shot? James Glossop will be online from 1pm on Wednesday to answer your questions. You can ask about anything, from equipment and lighting to how he gets into prime position, in the comments below. I've always loved photographing aircraft so it was with some excitement I was assigned to go to Poland to photograph the the jets of Poland, Britain and Sweden taking part in a tri-nation operation to intercept Russian aircraft flying too close to Nato borders. Here a Polish MIG 29 screams low over the Polish air force base of Malbork after returning from a training exercise TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE John Healey posed at Wentworth Woodhouse near Rotherham for The Sunday Times before an interview about Monday's strategic defence review. I got about eight minutes to do this shoot, but managed three or four different setups. I used a deliberately stark lighting style and something called a Gobo projector, with a narrow slit in it to channel light into the spot where the defence secretary stood TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES GLOSSOP I had a fascinating assignment in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, and the surrounding areas, now under M23 control after government forces were pushed out in January. With permission we visited the mines at Rubaya, a punishing three-hour drive on one of the worst roads I've travelled TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL Rubaya is a critical mining town producing coltan and manganese, key minerals used in modern tech. I chose this shot for its scale — I wanted to convey the enormity of the operation and the conditions involved TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL Before VE Day, the Tower of London planted 30,000 ceramic poppies. I was there mainly to photograph the volunteers tirelessly assembling and planting the poppies but was aware the pictures weren't quite working as nothing I was photographing said 'Tower of London'. Towards the end of my time there I saw several yeoman warders watching from the side. I knew then that this was the picture I needed. I quickly asked permission to photograph one of them and asked if he could plant a poppy and he readily agreed. I was delighted when this image made the front page of The Times the following day TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE I was in Ramsgate, Kent, for the 85th anniversary of the astonishing rescue of British troops from the beaches of Dunkirk in 1940. To mark the anniversary of Operation Dynamo many of the original Dunkirk Little Ships made the crossing again. I was lucky to secure a spot on a pilot boat that accompanied them partway into the Channel TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL Soldiers at Pirbright barracks in Surrey carry the flags of the Commonwealth as they prepare for the VE Day parade in central London. I always like to photograph the rehearsal for a state occasion more than the actual event as you can get much closer to events and catch little moments of detail before discipline takes over TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE On the Farne Islands off the coast of Northumberland, the annual puffin census involves birds being weighed using an unusual method: placing them upside down in a jug. I knew from the moment I shot this picture that it would be the one that got used, because it hadn't been seen before TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES GLOSSOP Earlier in the month, I travelled with Sir Keir Starmer to the European Political Community summit in Tirana, Albania. I liked the symmetry and formality of this frame — the grandeur of the honour guard welcoming our prime minister to the Presidential Palace for his meeting with the Albanian president, Bajram Begaj TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL Ukrainian recruits are put through a seven-week intensive battle training course in East Anglia run by British and other Nato soldiers intended to give them more 'survivability'. I spent a full day with them as they were put through their paces by the Irish Guards. Here a group of Ukrainians carry a mock casualty away from a battle area. The British soldiers admitted a bond grows through the training and the Ukrainians' inevitable departure to war is always an emotional day TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE Before the Great Ouseburn Garden Festival in North Yorkshire on Sunday, a retired headteacher called Caroline Smale restores some of her fellow villagers' colourful garden gnomes to their former glory. A light into a large brolly helped to fill the foreground in this image while maintaining the outdoor feel TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES GLOSSOP Every two years the members of what must be the most exclusive club in the world — the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association — attend a service of remembrance and a royal reception. To stand among these incredible people is an absolute honour, and although a couple can't be photographed for security reasons I was greeted warmly. Here one Victoria Cross recipient, Johnson Beharry, waits for the King to arrive at Windsor Castle. In the background other members of the association talk among themselves TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE King Charles exits his car on arrival in Bradford, where he made a number of visits relating to the city's status as 2025 City of Culture. I like the way he appears to be staring me down TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES GLOSSOP With a sense of circularity I found myself near Dunkirk again later in the month, this time working on an immigration story. I'd seen groups near the camps heading towards bus stops, some carrying life jackets. With ideal weather forecast for the next day, I travelled to Gravelines beach at dawn. The sunrise revealed hundreds of people, either hidden in the dunes or gathered along the foreshore, waiting to board a dinghy TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL When boarding begins, it quickly becomes organised chaos. It must be a nerve-racking ordeal for everyone involved TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JACK HILL I used a DJI Mini 2 drone to capture this scene of swimmers at Ilkley Lido in West Yorkshire on its opening weekend. The distinctive shape of the pool helped catch the eye of the picture editors TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER JAMES GLOSSOP There are several dress rehearsals for Trooping the Colour; the first is known as the Brigade Major's Review. This is always great to photograph as we can stand in positions usually reserved for TV cameras that give a unique view that isn't available on big day. No members of the royal family are present, so I can concentrate on the precision drill of the guardsmen. Using a 500mm lens, I focused in on the tight formations to create this view TIMES PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD POHLE Year 11 school leavers celebrate their 'graduation' by throwing mortarboards in the air in what has become an annual tradition at BBG Academy near Bradford, West Yorkshire. There are very few cases where I use my Canon R5's full speed ability to capture 20 frames per second — you simply end up with too many images to edit — but this was one of them
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Middleton Was in the *Zone* Today at Her Latest Outing—and I Can't Stop Smiling at the Pics
Exciting new year, exciting new charity to support—at least, that seems to be Kate Middleton's vibe. The Princess of Wales just signed on as the newest patron of Tŷ Hafan, a Welsh charity dedicated to helping families ensure that children with life-shortening conditions live their best and most fulfilling lives. And to kick things off, she paid a visit to the hospice on January 30, where the photos from the day truly say it all. Pics show Middleton fully in her element—or the "zone" if you will—smiling, laughing and fully engaged with the children and families. At one point, she painted the hand of four-year-old Maddie, whose sibling is receiving care at the facility. In turn, she got a little paint of her own, thanks to nine-year-old Lottie, another child with a sibling in treatment at Tŷ Hafan. It's hard not to look at picture after picture with a big smile over the joy the princess is expressing and delivering to the children. Richard Pohle -It's no shocker that the Princess of Wales is throwing her support behind Tŷ Hafan. She's been a longtime advocate for organizations focused on children and families, and her enthusiasm for this role was clear in her social media post celebrating the news. "A proud moment becoming Patron of Tŷ Hafan," she shared. "Opening in 1999 as Wales' first children's hospice, @ty_hafan continues to provide specialist care to children with life-shortening conditions, offering vital support to them and their families, throughout life, at end of life, and beyond." Richard Pohle -Tŷ Hafan was just as excited to welcome her into the fold sharing their own post about the special visit. "We are delighted to share the exciting news that Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales has today become Patron of Tŷ Hafan Children's Hospice," the organization wrote. "The announcement was made as part of a visit to Tŷ Hafan this morning when we welcomed Her Royal Highness to our hospice, where she spent time with children, families, and staff." Richard Pohle -They went on to highlight just how impactful Middleton's involvement will be. "As our Patron, Her Royal Highness will be an inspiration for children with life-shortening conditions and their families, our dedicated staff and volunteers, and everyone who so generously supports us. No parent ever imagines that their child's life will be short. Sadly, this is the reality facing thousands of families in Wales. We can't stop this happening, but together we can make sure that no one lives their child's short life alone." Want all the latest entertainment news sent right to your inbox? Click here. Kate Middleton Could Be the First Princess of Wales in Over a Century to Receive This Historic Honor
