Jan. 13, 2026

No Wick, Big Yikes: Meghan Markle’s Candle Fiasco, Jam Math Wars, and the UK Comeback Buzz

No Wick, Big Yikes: Meghan Markle’s Candle Fiasco, Jam Math Wars, and the UK Comeback Buzz

Meghan’s As Ever takes a hit after critics claim her luxury candle arrived with no wick — and yes, two different unboxings are now being waved around online like evidence in a very dumb trial. Plus, the “inventory leak” saga continues: huge stock numbers, Reddit sleuthing, and experts arguing over whether big warehouses mean “booming brand” or “uh-oh.” Then the UK return chatter won’t quit, with reports tying any Meghan comeback to Harry’s security fight — and one columnist basically warns Kensington Palace to start war-gaming the wardrobe. We wrap with more cookbook side-eye and a fresh reminder that, in the Sussex universe, everything is always “one pivot away.”

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