Fergie’s Scientology flirt? Sarah turns to Priscilla as new royal headaches pile up

0:03 Calarugus Shark Media. Hello and welcome to Palace Intrigue. I am your host, Mark Francis. Sarah Ferguson is reportedly leaning on friends, and one of those friendships may be opening the door to an unexpected new influence. According to reporting from Rob Shooter, Ferguson has been spending time with longtime friend Priscilla Presley. Presley, the former wife of Elvis, has offered Ferguson a place to stay and emotional support during a turbulent period. Asau said, Presley felt a strong obligation to help because Ferguson had been kind to Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie during difficult periods in her life. Priscilla would ever forget how kind Sarah was to Lisa Marie when she was deep in her addiction struggles, so now that Sarah needs help, she's happy to be able to offer some support. The two women have been close for years, and Presley is also said to be encouraging Ferguson to write a memoir about her experiences. She got a huge amount of relief from writing her own memoir, and she's urging Sarah to do the same. The insiders said Presley has also reportedly joked that she intends to introduce Ferguson to some eligible American bachelors, saying her extensive social circle could help find the duchess and new romantic prospect. But Ferguson's time with Presley has also sparked speculation about another influence Scientology. Presley has long had connections to the Church of Scientology. She was introduced to the religion in the late seventies by John Travolta following the death of Elvis, and her daughter Lisa Marie, was raised within the church.

1:36 While there have been conflicting reports about Presley's involvement over the years, her representatives previously stated that she remained connected to the organization. Sources now say Ferguson has shown curiosity about the teachings, although she has not formally joined anything. An inside has said of Sarah, She's looking for guidance and stability right now. When your life gets turned upside down, you start exploring anything that might help. Right now, she's just listening, but Priscilla is definitely influencing her thinking. Evidence presented in the High Court has revealed that Prince Harry once socialized with a journalist from The Mail on Sunday. During proceedings in a case involving allegations of unlawful information gathering by newspaper publishers, Charlotte Griffiths, now editor at large at The Mail on Sunday, described her past interactions with the Duke of Sussex. In a witness statement submitted to the court. Griffiths said Prince Harry sent her a Facebook friend request in twenty eleven and also shared his phone number with her. She further stated that they later attended a party together in June twenty twelve at the London flat of the mutual friend Arthur Landon. In her statement, she recalled arriving at the flat before Landon had returned home and being told that Harry was already inside hosting the gathering. She said Arthur hadn't made it home by the time that I arrived, but told me Prince Harry was staying at the flat and that the party had already started under Prince Harry's watch. Griffiths continued, Prince Harry would let me in if I made it there first.

3:02 According to her account, the music at the party was loud enough that no one heard the doorbell. She said the music was loud and they didn't hear the door bell, so Arthur advised me to call and text to be let in. The details emerged during a trial involving several high profile claimants, including Prince Harry, who assuing the publisher of The Daily Mail over allegations that journalists hired private investigators to obtain information unlawfully associated newspapers. The publisher denies the allegations and argues that the claimants had social circles that were prone to sharing information. The case remains ongoing in the High Court. Prince William presented honours to actor Warwick Davis and England footballer Alex Greenwood during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. Davis received an OBE for services to drama and charity. The actor is widely known for his roles in the Harry Potter and Star Wars franchises, including Professor Flitwick and Godroublin Gripook in the Harry Potter films.

4:03 During the same ceremony, England defender Alex Greenwood received an MBE for services to football. Greenwood has earned more than one hundred caps for the England women's national team and was a member of the Lioness's squad that won the European Championship in twenty twenty two. She also helped the team defend the title at the euro twenty twenty five in Switzerland. More palacy just a moment. The Queen hosted a special reception at Windsor Castle to celebrate the finalists of the BBC Children's creative writing competition five hundred Words. The event brought together young writers, judges and celebrity readers following the recording of the competition's grand final, which took place in the Waterloo Chamber at Windsor Castle. BBC's five hundred Words is widely regarded as the UK's most prestigious writing competition for children. The contest invites young people from across the country to write an original story they would love to read themselves, using no more than five hundred words.

5:02 The emphasis of the competition is on imagination and creativity rather than perfect spelling or grammar, allowing children of all abilities to take part. This year, fifty finalists were invited to Windsor Castle, where they attended a reception hosted by the Queen in Saint George's Hall. After the recording of the Grand Final. During the celebration, Her Majesty also met Paddington Bear and performer Mauritia Wallace, who both appeared as part of the Grand Final program. Several historic books from the Royal Library were displayed during the reception for guests to view. Among them were classic children's titles, including Paddington and Winnie the Pooh, which are preserved in the Royal Library's collection. The display also marked an important literary anniversary.

5:43 In the year. Twenty twenty six marks one hundred years since the publication of A. Eight Milne's first collection of Winnie the Pooh stories, making the moment particularly fitting for an event celebrating young writers and storytelling. Buckingham Palace is advertising for new staff to join the Royal Household as a kitchen porter on a fixed term contract, beginning in June twenty twenty six and running until June twenty twenty eight. The role is based primarily at Buckingham Palace, although the successful applicant would also travel to other Royal residences during the year. The position does not require previous experience. While the job listing notes that experience in a similar role would be an advantage, it is not considered essential because full training will be provided on site. The successful applicant would work full time up to forty five hours per week between Monday and Sunday. Royal Household staff work five days out of every seven. According to the official job description, the kitchen porter would join what the advert calls a highly accomplished team responsible for supporting the preparation and delivery of meals for the Royal Household. The listing explains the day to day responsibilities, stating you'll maintain the kitchen environment to ensure our chefs have all they need to deliver meals throughout the day, your clean equipment, surfaces, refrigeration and new tense, making them ready for use, and assist with basic food preparation when required. The advert also highlights the collaborative nature of the role, adding our team members work collaboratively with the opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the kitchen. With training and support embedded in our

7:16 team culture, you'll be encouraged to grow your skills alongside the experience of working at Buckingham Palace. The role comes with a number of benefits. These include live in accommodation within the palace, grounds, with all meals provided. The Royal Household describes the pay as competitive, although an exact salary figure is not listed. The benefits package also includes annual leave starting twenty five days and rising to thirty days depending on length of service. In addition to bank holidays, staff are also offered parental leave options, volunteering days, and support for physical and mental well being. Employees can also receive discounts Royal Collection trust shops and complementary admission to Royal sites. Applications for the role close on March twenty first.

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