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CBS News
13-07-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
President Trump, Melania Trump to visit U.K.'s King Charles in September
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump will be visiting Britain's King Charles III later this fall, Buckingham Palace announced Sunday. Charles invited the pair for the official visit from Sept. 17-19, the palace said in a statement. The king will host the Trumps at Windsor Castle, the palace said. No further information was released. Mr. Trump likely will not address Parliament like French President Emmanuel Macron did last week, since Parliament will not be in session from Sept. 16 until Oct. 13 due to party conferences, according to Sky News. King Charles, then the Prince of Wales, and Queen Camilla, then the Duchess of Cornwall, meet with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump at Clarence House on Dec. 3, 2019. Victoria Jones / Getty Images Mr. Trump and the first lady were hosted by the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2019. That visit was marked by widespread protests, and London Mayor Sadiq Khan slammed Mr. Trump in a video message ahead of his arrival. The announcement of Mr. Trump's trip comes as he has threatened to annex Canada, which shares King Charles as the head of state, as the 51st American state. In an address before Canada's Parliament in May, Charles called it a "critical moment" for Canada. "Today, Canada faces another critical moment," Charles said, adding that "Democracy, pluralism, the rule of law, self-determination and freedom are values which Canadians hold dear, and ones which the government is determined to protect." Mr. Trump has also been attempting to navigate diplomacy as he has slapped tariffs worldwide. In May, Mr. Trump hailed a deal with Britain as a "maxed out deal" that would serve as a template for deals for other nations, but the deal leaves the 10% baseline tariff in place.
The Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Adorable moment Kate Middleton asks brave young girl for advice at Wimbledon – and is told ‘don't be nervous'
THIS is the sweet moment the Princess of Wales asks an eight-year-old tennis fan for some advice at Wimbledon. Kate shook hands with each member of the greeting party and had a brief chat about their time at the tournament so far. 5 5 In an adorable moment, the Princess appeared to ask young Lydia, who overcame a brain injury and had to learn how to walk again, if she had any advice for the big day. During the sweet interaction Kate asked: "Have you got any advice for me, because I've got a part, I've got to do the prizegiving. "Any advice for me?" The brave girl seemed to reply: "Don't be nervous. Take deep breaths." Kate graciously responded: "Take deep breaths, ok, I'll remember that. Thank you." The Royal met young people from the Work at Wimbledon programme and Wimbledon Foundation representatives Shaniah Williams and Jefferson Iweh. Sophie, 12, is part of the foundation's women and girls inclusion project, and said of being chosen to do the coin toss: "I'm really excited, it's always been a dream of mine to go out on Centre Court." She also talked with Wimbledon's longest-serving steward, Bob Flint, who has worked the Championships each year since 1980. Kate, who is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, will present the trophy on Centre Court to the winner of the match between Amanda Anisimova and Iga Swiatek on Saturday. Ahead of the final, the princess, wearing a white belted jacket and pleated skirt, met the winner of the ladies' wheelchair final, Wang Ziying. Kate, who donned a bow-shaped brooch in the Wimbledon colours of purple and green, spoke with Jefferson Iweh, a ticket sales operator; Bob Flint, an honorary steward; and Wimbledon foundation host Shaniah Williams. Last year, the princess presented the Wimbledon men's final trophy to Carlos Alcaraz, in her second public engagement since she announced her cancer diagnosis. The Princess of Wales's parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, were seen in the Royal Box on Monday, with the Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duchess of Gloucester also in attendance. The Queen told tennis star Novak Djokovic that she was keeping her "fingers crossed" as she visited Wimbledon on Wednesday. The Princess Royal's son Peter Phillips attended the championships on Wednesday, with Hugh Grant and former prime minister Sir John Major also in the Royal Box. Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah, former footballer Ian Wright and Welsh singer Katherine Jenkins were among the notable names to attend a hot day at Wimbledon on Saturday. Temperatures are forecast to peak at around 30C and fall short of a record for a women's singles final day, with 31.2C having been recorded on the day of the 1976 final between Chris Evert and Evonne Goolagong Cawley. Met Office meteorologist Greg Dewhurst said: "There will be blue skies at Wimbledon throughout the day, so it will feel hot, with very high UV levels and a light wind. "There might be a little bit more cloud around tomorrow, making it a degree lower." The men's singles semi-final on Friday between Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz was stopped twice in less than five minutes because of crowd emergencies, amid temperatures of 32C on Centre Court. Three fans also needed attention on Centre Court on Thursday in similarly hot conditions. The men's singles final on Sunday, with highs of 29C predicted, is unlikely to break the record of the warmest closing day on record of 34.1C recorded on July 3 1976. The extreme heat during the 1976 tournament prompted organisers to allow umpires to remove their jackets. Wimbledon has said the heat rule will apply for all singles events for players, which allows for a 10-minute break when the wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) is at or above 30.1C. The rule will apply after the second set for all best-of-three-set matches, and after the third set for all best-of-five-set matches. Players may leave the court during the break, but they may not receive coaching or medical treatment. 5 5
Telegraph
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Telegraph
Watch: Macron blows King and Queen a kiss
Emmanuel Macron blew a kiss to the King and Queen as he said an official farewell to them outside Windsor Castle. The French president and Brigitte Macron showered the Royal family with thanks for their visit, with Mr Macron and the King holding a 28-second handshake as they said their goodbyes. Mr Macron gripped King Charles's upper arm tightly in the castle's Sovereign's Entrance while the Queen and Mrs Macron gave each other double kisses on the cheek, appearing to make arrangements for a future encounter with Queen Camilla's private secretary. Mr Macron then gave the Queen a kiss, holding her upper arm, before the couples departed. In their final words, the French president repeated the phrase 'Entente Amicale', which was used by the King at Tuesday evening's state banquet and caused the monarch to throw his hands up in happy acknowledgement. The quartet spent a final morning together at Windsor Castle before the Macrons travelled to London for other engagements, including a Downing Street lunch with Sir Keir Starmer. The King and Mr Macron enjoyed a tour of the castle gardens together, leaving the Queen and Mrs Macron waiting slightly. As is her habit, the Queen gave the King a pat on the bottom to hurry him along. Mr and Mrs Macron stayed in a private apartment at Windsor Castle before beginning their day on Wednesday by laying flowers in St George's Chapel at the tomb of Queen Elizabeth II. During the garden tour that followed, the King presented a 9ft oak tree sapling from the Savill Garden Nursery in Windsor to the Macrons, which will be planted in the garden of the French Residence in London. The gift reciprocates an oak sapling given to the King by Mr Macron during the monarch's state visit to France in 2023, which was planted in the British Residence garden in Paris. While the men were in the garden, the Queen and Mrs Macron met outside the castle to view horses and a carriage brought from the Royal Mews. The Charabanc carriage was a gift to Queen Victoria by King Louis-Philippe of France in 1844 and is now in regular use following restoration. They were shown a small exhibition of photographs relating to its history, with the Queen most drawn to the carriage's horses. The pair were shown Fabuleu de Maucour, a horse given by Mr Macron to the late Queen Elizabeth in 2022 in honour of her platinum jubilee. 'Handsome boy,' the Queen told him, remarking on his 'beautiful' head gear. She pronounced him 'fabulous Fabuleu' as she and Mrs Macron posed for a photograph in front of cameras. The women, who had met at the agreed time of 10.20am, were forced to wait another 10 minutes for the King and Mr Macron, asking staff to find them in the nearby gardens. Upon arriving, all were greeted with kisses before the men were given the same tour of the horse and carriage from Toby Browne, the crown equerry. The French president stroked and scratched the forehead of the horse, which has taken part in several Trooping the Colour events and been privately ridden by the Princess Royal. 'He's a little bit nibbly,' said stud groom Brandon Heaton. 'But a very good boy'. The quartet then walked back through the castle's quadrangle for a long goodbye to key members of the royal household, who told them it had been a 'huge pleasure'. The Macrons will now travel to London for events such as a visit to Imperial College London and a banquet at the Guildhall on Wednesday evening. The day's key event is a lunch with the Prime Minister and Lady Starmer at Number 10, which is intended as a cordial meeting after Tuesday's very public political speeches. On Tuesday, the King hailed the renewed relationship between Britain and France, saying what has been known as the 'Entente Cordiale' should now be upgraded to the 'Entente Amicale'. 'Allow me to propose a toast to France and to our new Entente,' he said. 'An Entente not only past and present, but for the future – and no longer just cordiale, but now amicale.' Finishing his own speech, Mr Macron turned to King Charles to address him directly. 'Now you have created the Entente Amicale,' he said. 'The Entente Amicale will be launched in Windsor in 2025 and we want to believe in this new era.'
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
What happened to the King's eye? Charles sparks concern at Windsor Castle
King Charles hosted French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, July 8. The Prince and Princess of Wales first met the French President at RAF Northolt in west London, before they proceeded on to Windsor. The King and Queen Camilla then received the visitors, before retiring for lunch within the castle walls. The French couple were then expected to view items in the Royal Collection, with a special focus on ones with an association with France. Although he seemed in good spirits, King Charles has sparked concern among onlookers, appearing with a sore-looking red eye. King Charles displays shocking bloodshot eye as he meets with French President Macron and his wife Brigitte. The British monarch's eye appeared painfully red with a palace source saying it was due to a burst blood vessel. It's understood that the King's eye was affected… — Oli London (@OliLondonTV) July 8, 2025 Reports via HELLO! state that the redness came from a burst blood vessel. Despite some speculation on social media, it's not thought to be related to any existing health conditions. The King has been undergoing treatment for cancer over the last few months, although reports from the end of 2024 said that the process was going in a positive direction. Some social media users speculated that the red eye could be a side effect from cancer treatment, but it's thought that this is untrue. Although the suspected burst blood vessel looks dramatic, such injuries typically heal on their own without the need for any treatment or medical intervention, according to the NHS. King Charles is somewhat experienced with eye injuries, having had to wear an eye patch back in 2001 after a gardening-related injury. The then 52-year-old had to undergo hospital treatment after getting dust in his eye while sawing a tree in the garden. Thankfully, the red eye – while looking equally dramatic – should sort itself out on its own. The King appeared to be in good spirits, suggesting that the red eye isn't causing him too much discomfort. Today is the first day of President Macron's three-day state visit to the UK, the first from a French leader since 2008.
CNN
08-07-2025
- Business
- CNN
King Charles to emphasize bonds between UK and France as he welcomes Macron in first European state visit since Brexit
King Charles III will highlight the crucial bonds between the United Kingdom and France in the face of a 'multitude of complex threats' as he welcomes President Emmanuel Macron for the first state visit by a European leader since Brexit. The French leader's three-day visit to the UK kicks off on Tuesday and sees Charles and Queen Camilla host Macron and his wife Brigitte at Windsor Castle, with a glittering banquet at the royal residence in the evening. In his toast on Tuesday evening, the King is expected to praise the strength of Anglo-French relationship as 'our two countries face a multitude of complex threats, emanating from multiple directions,' according to Britain's PA Media news agency. 'As friends and as allies, we face them together,' he will say. Charles will also reflect on the 'shared history and culture between our two peoples' and express his 'awe of France's extraordinary attributes and achievements.' The Macrons were greeted off the plane by the Prince and Princess of Wales on their arrival at RAF Northolt, west of London, and will travel together to Windsor where they will be treated to a full ceremonial welcome by the King and his wife. Rolling out the red carpet for the first visit by a French president to the UK since 2008, the pomp and pageantry that Britain is known for will be on full display. The King is pulling out all the stops for Macron's visit, with a carriage procession through the streets of Windsor to the historic castle. There in the quadrangle, the French president will be met with an honor guard while the regimental band plays the French and British national anthems, followed by a lunch in the lavish State Dining Room joined by additional members of the royal family. Macron will have a busy afternoon, taking a trip into London to lay a wreath at Westminster Abbey's Grave of the Unknown Warrior before giving an address to lawmakers in the Palace of Westminster's Royal Gallery. In the days ahead, the French leader will hold several meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer as the pair seek to further heal the wounds after years of Brexit-fueled animosity. Their talks are expected to focus on support for defense and security cooperation as well as tackling illegal migration across the Channel. On Thursday, the pair will join a UK-France Summit at Downing Street. Support for Ukraine will also be a priority for the two leaders as they seek to build momentum around their 'Coalition of the Willing' - the European peacekeeping force created in March. They are also expected to visit a military base in northwest London where they will dial into a meeting of the informal group of nations working to bolster support for Ukraine. Both leaders have faced political challenges at home amid an increasing fractured landscape, and have suffered from decreasing popularity in recent polls. It's likely they'll be hoping the visit offers a much-needed, if fleeting, boost. Major deals on Ukraine and curbing migrant boat crossings seem unlikely but even more humble announcements would illustrate a further resetting of the relationship between the two nations. CNN's Max Foster contributed reporting to this story.
