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Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Disgraced Prince Andrew joins Charles' Balmoral holiday despite humiliating claims
Disgraced Prince Andrew and his former wife Sarah Ferguson, are said to have travelled to Scotland to join King Charles for the Royal Family's annual summer Balmoral break Prince Andrew and ex-wife Sarah Ferguson have reportedly joined King Charles at Balmoral for the royals' annual summer getaway - despite humiliating claims in a brand new book. The disgraced Duke of York is said to be staying with Fergie at the seven-bedroom Craigowan Lodge on the Balmoral estate, which was a favourite place to stay of the late Queen's. It comes after a biography called Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the Yorks' by Andrew Lownie, which hit shelves last week, delved into the private life of Andrew, depicting him as sex obsessed, a "useful idiot" and easy prey for Jeffrey Epstein. READ MORE: Prince Philip 'whispered four brutal words' to Queen at Harry and Meghan's wedding Meanwhile, research found that the majority of the public would back the removal of his York dukedom, as well as his princely title. At Christmas, Andrew and Fergie stayed away from royal celebrations in Sandringham following the revelation of Andrew's links to an alleged Chinese spy. However, a royal insider told The Sun of Andrew's summer getaway: "The Balmoral invitation is a huge show of support." It is believed Andrew and Fergie are set to be joined by their daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, and their children. It comes as it is reported the Prince and Princess of Wales and their three children are set to visit Balmoral, as are the Duke and Duchess of Edinbrugh, Edward and Sophie, and their children. Yesterday, the King officially kicked off his Balmoral visit, where he is expected to stay for three weeks, with a military ceremony. Charles arrived at the Aberdeenshire castle in his state Bentley and inspected regimental mascot Corporal Cruachan IV, a Shetland pony, as it stood with handler Corporal Rory Stewart as the monarch inspected his Royal Guard. A Guard of Honour was held by Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) to officially welcome the King to Balmoral, although he attended a church service there on Sunday in a private capacity. After the ceremony, there was a performance from the Pipes and Drums, formed by soldiers from across the regiment, including from the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Battalions, in a display of pageantry which was closely linked to this year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Charles is the Colonel in Chief of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, and wore his relatively new King Charles III tartan, which was designed on the date of his coronation, May 6 2023, and is restricted for the exclusive use of the Royal Family members. The King greeted tourists and holidaymakers from France, the Netherlands and Germany in temperatures which reached 23C.
Powys County Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
King begins Balmoral residency with military ceremony
The King greeted tourists from across Europe at the gates of Balmoral as he marked the official start of his summer residency in Scotland with a military ceremony involving a Shetland pony. On Monday morning, Charles arrived in the Aberdeenshire castle in his state Bentley and inspected regimental mascot Corporal Cruachan IV, a Shetland pony, as it stood with handler Corporal Rory Stewart as the monarch inspected his Royal Guard. A Guard of Honour was held by Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) to officially welcome the King to Balmoral, although he attended a church service there on Sunday in a private capacity. After the ceremony, there was a performance from the Pipes and Drums, formed by soldiers from across the regiment, including from the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Battalions, in a display of pageantry which was closely linked to this year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Charles is the Colonel in Chief of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, and wore his relatively new King Charles III tartan which was designed on the date of his coronation, May 6 2023, and is restricted for the exclusive use of the Royal Family members. The King greeted tourists and holidaymakers from France, the Netherlands and Germany in temperatures which reached 23C. Cruachan IV, the mascot since 2012, was wearing a regimental horse rug in Government 1A tartan worn by the Royal Regiment of Scotland and embellished with medals. The pony, which lives in Edinburgh, was on its best behaviour during an inspection by the King. A crowd of around 60 people waited to try to speak to Charles at the castle gates. Officer Commanding Balaklava Company, Major Tommy Blair, said: 'Balaklava Company has the unique privilege of supporting His Majesty The King and The Royal Household during their Summer Court in Scotland. 'It's a huge honour to command this parade today marking His Majesty's arrival at Balmoral, and we're looking forward to spending the coming months in Royal Deeside.' Pipe Major Davies, 2 SCOTS said: 'It is an honour to be taking part in this year's arrival parade at Balmoral. For the first time since the regiment's formation in 2006, members of 2, 3 and 4 SCOTS pipe bands are on parade for this high profile ceremonial event. 'As we are all taking part in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, we thought it would be a good opportunity to showcase the regiment's strong piping and drumming traditions, performing a colourful and musical spectacle for His Majesty and the public.' Drum Major Muir, 3 SCOTS said: 'It is always an honour to welcome His Majesty The King to Scotland, as our head of state we take great pride in welcoming him to Balmoral.'
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
King Charles kicks off Balmoral summer residency with military ceremony as fans flock from Europe to greet him
Dozens of people waited to try to speak to Charles at the gates to the Aberdeenshire estate, including holidaymakers from France, the Netherlands and Germany King Charles has kicked off the official start of his summer residency in Scotland. The monarch greeted tourists who were waiting at the gates of Balmoral today (August 18) as a military ceremony involving a Shetland pony marked his arrival. Charles arrived at the Aberdeenshire estate in his state Bentley on Monday morning to inspect his Royal Guard, as well as regimental mascot Corporal Cruachan IV, a Shetland pony, as it stood with handler Corporal Rory Stewart. A Guard of Honour was held by Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) to officially welcome the King to Balmoral, though he was in attendance at a church service there on Sunday in a private capacity. After the ceremony, there was a performance from the Pipes and Drums, formed by soldiers from across the regiment, including from the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Battalions, in a display of pageantry which was closely linked to this year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Charles is the Colonel in Chief of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, and wore his relatively new King Charles III tartan, which was designed on the date of his coronation, May 6 2023, and is restricted for the exclusive use of the Royal Family members. The King greeted tourists and holidaymakers from France, the Netherlands and Germany in temperatures which reached 23C. Cruachan IV, the mascot since 2012, was wearing a regimental horse rug in Government 1A tartan worn by the Royal Regiment of Scotland and embellished with medals. The pony, which lives in Edinburgh, was on its best behaviour during an inspection by the King. A crowd of around 60 people waited to try to speak to Charles at the castle gates. Officer Commanding Balaklava Company, Major Tommy Blair, said: 'Balaklava Company has the unique privilege of supporting His Majesty The King and The Royal Household during their Summer Court in Scotland. 'It's a huge honour to command this parade today marking His Majesty's arrival at Balmoral, and we're looking forward to spending the coming months in Royal Deeside.' Pipe Major Davies, from the 2 SCOTS pipe band, added: 'It is an honour to be taking part in this year's arrival parade at Balmoral. For the first time since the regiment's formation in 2006, members of 2, 3 and 4 SCOTS pipe bands are on parade for this high profile ceremonial event. 'As we are all taking part in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, we thought it would be a good opportunity to showcase the regiment's strong piping and drumming traditions, performing a colourful and musical spectacle for His Majesty and the public.' Charles has enjoyed summers at Balmoral throughout his entire life and a visit to the Highland home has become a cherished part of his year. His mother, the late Queen Elizabeth, had a similar love for the Scottish estate, and it's said that it is here that felt closest to nature and enjoyed a privacy she couldn't get elsewhere. Queen Elizabeth passed away at her beloved Balmoral in September 2022.
Ya Biladi
28-07-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Royal Guard triumphs in third Throne Cup Polo championship in Rabat
DR Estimated read time: 1' The Royal Guard team emerged victorious in the third edition of the Polo Throne Cup, held in Rabat, with the final match taking place on Sunday. Organized by the Royal Moroccan Polo Federation, the event spanned from July 21 to 27. In a four-period showdown at the Royal Guard Polo Club in Souissi-Rabat, the Royal Guard claimed the championship by defeating the Ajdir Polo and Equestrian Club with a score of 4 to 2. Securing third place, the PGH La Palmeraie Polo Club triumphed over the Marrakech Polo Club in a ranking match on Saturday, finishing with a score of 9 to 5.5. At the conclusion of this thrilling edition, Moulay Abdallah Alaoui, president of the Royal Moroccan Equestrian Sports Federation, awarded the trophy to the captain of the winning team. This year's competition featured six teams from national clubs affiliated with the Royal Moroccan Polo Federation: the Royal Guard, the Royal Gendarmerie, the Royal Cavalry School, PGH La Palmeraie Polo Club, Marrakech Polo Club, and Ajdir Polo and Equestrian Club. In the previous edition, the title was claimed by Patrick Guerrand-Hermès (PGH) La Palmeraie Polo Club of Assilah, who narrowly defeated the Royal Guard team with a score of 6 to 5. Polo matches consist of several periods, ranging from 4 to 8, each lasting 7 minutes, with 3-minute intervals for players to change horses. If the teams are tied at the end of regulation time, overtime is played, with the first team to score a goal declared the winner. Matches are overseen by two referees on horseback, and in the event of a dispute, a third referee off the field is consulted to make the final decision.
Times of Oman
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Times of Oman
Oman participates in Basel Tattoo Military Music Show 2025
Basel — The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the Basel Tattoo Military Music Show 2025, held in Basel, Switzerland, from 7-21 July 2025. The event features musical bands from various countries around the world. The Royal Guard of Oman's band will perform a variety of musical formations and displays at the festival, showcasing the diversity and richness of Oman's military music traditions. Notably, the Basel Tattoo is an annual military festival established in 2006 and organized by the Swiss Ministry of Defense. It brings together international musical bands, performance teams, and musicians. As the second-largest military music festival in the world after the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Basel Tattoo attracts approximately 130,000 visitors annually, making it one of the grandest military music spectacles globally.
