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The royal family

Further pr discussions with the lone gunman now in charge!

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jeffgoldblum · 31/12/2025 14:05

im hoping that @Atlusvuewill not mind me continuing her work, I have a feeling that there is more to discuss and come!

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AtIusvue · 09/01/2026 18:50

Rhaidimiddim · 09/01/2026 18:30

Er, do they think that actually helps H & M?

Well it’s cherry picked paragraphs usually about W&C they choose.

I have no idea why they keep doing it?

Puzzledandpissedoff · 09/01/2026 18:56

wordler · 09/01/2026 18:34

I certainly think it’s good to discuss William in terms of financial transparency, how he manages the Duchy, and his work levels.

But I find the rumors and hyperbolic language - parasites, scroungers etc - off putting when trying to have a discussion.

Spot on, wordler ... and don't worry, @jeffgoldblum- the republican thumbscrews and ducking stool certainly won't be coming from me!! Wink Grin

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:01

Mylovelygreendress · 08/01/2026 11:59

I was just thinking that it had been a quiet start to the year chez Montecito ( no sand writing) then I remembered that it’s Catherine’s birthday tomorrow so we can expect an announcement then

I haven't seen one? Have you?

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:05

wordler · 09/01/2026 18:08

I don’t think the current numerous anti William and Kate posts are the SS, more of a republican push - striking while the Andrew MW iron is hot.

Of course there’s some overlapping of interests between the two groups - bringing bonkers rumours about marriage breakdown into the helicopter thread is someone who’s been reading SS Twitter posts.

William and Kate are so popular for themselves that there’s no chance of a republic without significant damage to their reputation.

I agree that I don't see it being the squad not sure its a republican push either. Just more noticeable because people didn't create threads before this is a rf board after all so its good to see threads about various topics related to the rf and about different rf members.

I think their is validity to the thread about helicopter use especially as William is championing being more green it does seem hypocritical of him to be doing this but then not using an electric car and driving an hour to another residence. I am sure if this was Harry there would be pages of comments about his hypeocrisy too.

Ohpleeeease · 09/01/2026 19:13

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:01

I haven't seen one? Have you?

Give it time, it’s still mid morning there.

Trimmernow · 09/01/2026 19:20

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:01

I haven't seen one? Have you?

Still only morning in Monteshitshow - all the day ahead. Or maybe like you they are taking note that their grubby little snipes are noticed and now they are behaving themselves? That would be refreshing

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:52

Well there's only just over 4hrs left of today once midnight passes it's no longer Catherine's birthday so even if she did release is in say 7hrs time it wouldn't be on Catherine's birthday 💁‍♀️

I was only asking cos that poster seemed so sure she would

Mylovelygreendress · 09/01/2026 20:19

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:52

Well there's only just over 4hrs left of today once midnight passes it's no longer Catherine's birthday so even if she did release is in say 7hrs time it wouldn't be on Catherine's birthday 💁‍♀️

I was only asking cos that poster seemed so sure she would

I was basing my guess on previous incidents .

jeffgoldblum · 10/01/2026 00:54

Maybe today, maybe tomorrow but it will appear just as always.

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losingstill · 10/01/2026 05:55

I see the goal posts have been moved.

Thedom · 10/01/2026 06:07

Didn’t they release the ‘filter of all filters’ interview on the eve of Catherine’s birthday, that got people laughing. 🤷‍♀️

Indianrollerbird · 10/01/2026 08:28

Weren’t H&M doing a video Q&A with Gail King/Oprah Channel the day before, which hit the media outlets yesterday? Comparing SM providers to drug dealers or some such.

Thedom · 10/01/2026 08:47

Yes, so,typical of her, regurgitating that age old outdated comparison from a docuseries from 6 years ago.

No one barely noticed the content, which does have its merits but from the author, not from them speaking in riddles. People were focused on the multiple layers of extreme filtering, as they yapped on about the dangers of misinformation, AI etc., totally missing the hypocrisy of how they were using technology to misrepresent their very own appearances.

elessar · 10/01/2026 09:18

I’ve just seen this - so Harry’s claims about his nailed on security are total lies, as the risk assessment isn’t even complete yet!! Unbelievable.

https://archive.ph/kmFlm

MrsFinkelstein · 10/01/2026 09:48

Jbum · 09/01/2026 19:01

I haven't seen one? Have you?

They did it the day before, but it was a bit of a damp squib.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make surprise appearance at Oprah launch event for book about the perils of smartphones and social media on children https://share.google/tLH6sp5k4kzieWQgG

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear at Oprah book launch event

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex dialled in remotely to speak with authors Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price, who have just released The Amazing Generation.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15446231/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markle-surprise-Oprah-book-launch-smartphones-social-media-children.html

Thedom · 10/01/2026 09:49

The use of Invictus to blackmail the King into promoting Harry,🤔🤔 it’s clear Harry needs and wants the credibility of proximity to the King, and here we have another charity being coerced and used by Harry to get his way.

Anyway, I think it will be really difficult for the King to attend considering the criticism around bankrupt Birmingham hosting it and the political rumblings about some of the participants, which will only get louder as the games approach.

Hopefully there is an overseas tour planned and Charles can visit the British team during their training before the games even start.

Thedom · 10/01/2026 09:55

I can’t look at that filter without laughing, 😵‍💫😵‍💫. Speculation online is it’s to conceal Meghan’s latest cosmetic surgery, which I hope not, because her mouth and teeth are massive.

MrsFinkelstein · 10/01/2026 09:56

Mylovelygreendress · 10/01/2026 09:11

Clearly the new modus operandi is to announce something is happening or H desperately wants it to happen , in the hope that it does . When it doesn’t it will be because it has been thwarted by the palace!
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15450831/Prince-Harry-King-Charles-open-Invictus-Games-UK.html

“On that basis, claims that a decision is already ‘nailed on’ seem more like an attempt to manipulate the media into manifesting an outcome from what will be a fair and rigorous review, but one that is very much still ongoing. Whoever is behind them must not realise how transparent and counter-productive to proper process that is.”

Reposting a quote from the article re RAVEC decision - but it seems appropriate here too.

H&M have a habit of trying to manifest into being via puff articles in the Press (Duchess Dior etc).

RecoIIectionsMayVary · 10/01/2026 09:57

How can they preach about AI and SM dangers and then use that filter- is that filter real, if so it will be the second time this week that I've thought something they have released is so bad it must be a fake.

bluegreygreen · 10/01/2026 10:07

Archive link for King Charles Invictus https://archive.is/fd4yL

The cause is said to be close to both their hearts and, according to the source, the Game's organisers are 'convinced' the joint appearance will happen.

The DM, as always, is careful with its wording - it doesn't say 'an Invictus source', so presumably this is all coming from Sussex sources again.

Apart from everything going on in Birmingham, which may mean that Invictus 2027 doesn't even go ahead, if I recall correctly the King is involved in events for the Queen's birthday in July, which may clash.

[ @Mylovelygreendress To archive links:
I copy the link, go to an archive website (I use https://archive.is), first search for saved snapshots, if available click on the thumbnail picture to go to them and copy the short archive link in the address bar to use.
If no snapshots are available I use the section saying 'I want to archive' - it takes much longer, especially for a recent article in a paper that runs adverts.
Hope this helps. ]

Mylovelygreendress · 10/01/2026 10:18

Thanks @bluegreygreen!

Mylovelygreendress · 10/01/2026 10:19

To be honest , I am not convinced that Invictus Birmingham will go ahead given the state of their finances plus many veterans are disillusioned ( we are friends with some) .

bluegreygreen · 10/01/2026 10:24

I'm not convinced it will go ahead - for the reasons you mention, as well as the Birmingham issues.

I think the King could easily swerve this 'invitation' if it does go ahead - do something for the British team in the run-up to the games, and be represented by the Duke of Edinburgh (if there does need to be a Royal there) at them, given he's already involved with Paralympics.

cockandbullstories · 10/01/2026 10:42

Thedom · 10/01/2026 09:49

The use of Invictus to blackmail the King into promoting Harry,🤔🤔 it’s clear Harry needs and wants the credibility of proximity to the King, and here we have another charity being coerced and used by Harry to get his way.

Anyway, I think it will be really difficult for the King to attend considering the criticism around bankrupt Birmingham hosting it and the political rumblings about some of the participants, which will only get louder as the games approach.

Hopefully there is an overseas tour planned and Charles can visit the British team during their training before the games even start.

Yes Harry is realising his credibility is falling. He needs his father to boost him.

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