Prince William meets with Donald Trump in Paris

0:03 Calorogus Shark Media. Hello and welcome to Pallace intrigue Game, your host, Mark Francis. Prince William met with Donald Trump during the ceremonial reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Trump called the Prince of Wales a great man and reflecting on his fond memories of the late Queen Elizabeth. The first two shook hands and briefly spoke at the cathedral before a forty minute sit down meeting at the British Ambassador's residence. William greeted Trump warmly at the door, saying great to see you. The pair posed for photos, with Trump praising William saying he's a big man, this one. He's doing a fantastic job. Kensington Palace described the meeting as warm and friendly. Trump and the Prince reportedly discussed the importance of the US UK special relationship as well as global issues. Trump also shared warm and fond memories of the Queen. The gathering marked Trump's first meeting with a member of the royal family since his twenty twenty four election win, and his first in person interaction with Williams since twenty nineteen. During Trump's State visit to the UK.

1:08 At that time, Trump described Queen Elizabeth as fantastic and has since spoken positively of his interactions with the British Royals. Footage of Trump and William greeting each other at the ceremony has gone viral, with one user on x commenting Prince William turned into a fanboy as soon as he saw President Trump. The world knows the boss Man is back. One notable absence raised questions. King Charles William's presence was only confirmed late Friday, with AIDS citing charles earlier visit to the restored Cathedral as a reason for his absence. The Palace remained tight lipped about whether his health played a role. A source close to the King and Queen told The Daily Beasts that the royal couple is prioritizing their well being in the lead up to Christmas, particularly after Queen can Miller's bout with viral pneumonia following their long haul trip to Australia. It's been a nasty reminder of their vulnerabilities, the source explained, standing out on the cold for hours on end just wasn't worth the risk.

1:58 William embraced his expanding role as a global statesman, joking with Trump during the one on one meeting, we can warm our toes up after the cathedral, equipped as they sat by an open fire, Trump responded warmly, Yes, I've warmed up. It was a beautiful ceremony. Meghan's much anticipated lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, is facing yet another delay, leaving the Duchess of Sussex very angry. According to Royal biographer Angela Levin, Levin tells GB News she's now asked for another three months on the trademark application deadline. Levin added that if Megan can't resolve the issue within this extended period, the entire process may need to restart, potentially delaying the project by another year. The complications stem from objections raised by Harry and David, the owners of the Royal Riviera trademark. The US Patent and Trademark Office issued a non final officer action, which Megan must address before the application can proceed. Levin suggested that her name change could solve the problem. All she had to do was change the name. They don't want the name because it's too familiar to a name where she lives in Montecito, but she's sticking to it and making life very, very complicated.

3:01 Levin warn that starting over could have significant consequences, delaying the project and potentially forcing the complete rethink. They've said to her they will give her three months, but after this they will have to start all over again. Somewhat lost in last week's very busy Royal calendar was the documentary titled Harry The Lost Prince. The Mirror pulled out some of the highlights. Veteran soldier Ben McBean, who served alongside Harry in Afghanistan, criticized the prince for airing family grievances. In his memoir Spare and Netflix series, McBean said, mate, just leave it. Our family's family. He likened Harry's behavior to a friend complaining about an AX on social media, calling it unnecessary. Meanwhile, Montecito neighbor Richard Miniards commented on the couple's integration or lack thereof, into the local community.

3:42 He said Megan doesn't really go out or get involved, adding that Harry, while more sociable, is rarely seen either. The Sussex's public appearances were labeled carefully orchestrated by Diane Davies, a former head of Royal protection. He claimed the couple primarily mingles with elites during their tours, while interactions with everyday people are staged. Davies also criticized Harry's decision to reveal his Taliban kill count in Spare, calling it totally unwise. He warned that such admissions make Harry a target, increasing security risks. Royal expert Jack Royston accused the couple of bordering on corruption in their Hollywood ventures. He argued that their ability to profit from royal ties while presenting themselves as public servants creates a conflict of interest. Finally, the documentary highlighted financial challenges facing the Sussex's Archibal Foundation. Donations reportedly fell from thirteen million dollars in twenty twenty one to two million in twenty twenty two. Filmmaker Urique Grunenwall revealed that Harry and Meghan dedicate just one hour a week to the foundation. The Sussexes have not publicly responded to the documentary's claims. Buckingham Palace has shared the official Christmas card for twenty twenty four, featuring a serene portrait of King Charles and Queen Camilla. The image taken in April by renowned portrait photographer Millie Pilkington captures the royal couple in the garden of Buckingham Palace. Charles and seen in a gray suit with a blue tie, standing inside profileble hand in his pocket, exuding a relaxed demeanor. Beside him, Queen Camilla looks elegant in blue will Crape outfit by luxury designer Fiona Claire. Inside the card, the simple yet warm message reads wishing you a very happy Christmas and

5:13 New Year pellas intriguer right back. Japan's Imperial family, the world's oldest continuous monarchy, faces a dire succession crisis fueled by an aging dynasty and restrictive succession laws. Emperor Marahito sixty four and Empress Masako have one daughter, Princess Aiko, born in two thousand and one. However, under the nineteen forty seven Imperial Household Law, only males in the paternal line can inherit the chrysanthemum throne, leaving Aiko ineligible. Currently, there are only three male heirs. Crown Prince Fumihito fifty eight is nineteen year old son Prince his Ahito and Prince Hatachi eighty eight. The family's numbers are dwindling, seven of its members are over sixty, and women lose royal status upon marrying commoners, further reducing the ranks. The crisis is compounded by resistance to reform among traditionalists, who cite millennia of male succession and fear that allowing female rulers would undermine the monarchs legitimacy. Meanwhile, Poles indicate that ninety percent of the Japanese public supports permitting women to ascend the throne, aligning Japan with other modern monarchies. Proposed solutions include allowing princesses to retain royal status after marriage and reinstating descendants of former aristocratic families. However, these measures face political and cultural hurdles, with performists and conservatives deeply divided over how to ensure the monarchy's survival, and they have it plenty. Email us and address as the Palace Intrigu at gmail dot com. Please follow us on Apple, Spotify, or the app of your choice and leave us a

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