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Will Meghan Markle ever return to the UK?

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2 years ago

August 29, 2023

Prince Harry is set to return to the UK for the annual WellChild Awards in London, just ahead of the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s passing.

However, insiders suggest that Harry has no intentions of spending time with his family during this visit. Instead, he plans to attend the awards and then head to Dusseldorf for the Invictus Games, an event he co-founded in 2014 for wounded veterans.

What’s noteworthy is that Meghan Markle, his wife, has decided not to accompany him on the London leg of his trip. This decision has raised eyebrows and led to speculation about Meghan’s intentions.

This isn’t the first time Harry has visited the UK without Meghan; he was there for Charles’ coronation in May and for his lawsuit against The Sun the following month. However, some critics in the UK are taking Meghan’s absence personally and view it as a sign of disrespect.

Clear message

Some pundits have even suggested that Meghan’s choice to avoid the UK altogether sends a clear message that she may never set foot on British soil again. Columnist Jan Moir wrote in the Daily Mail that Meghan’s message couldn’t be clearer: she has no intention of returning to the UK, and this decision may have been influenced by not being allowed to attend the Queen’s deathbed at Balmoral.

Moir’s commentary reflects a sentiment held by some in the UK who enjoy poking fun at Meghan’s image as a Californian bohemian, even though there is no indication that Meghan is interested in topics like chakras or astrology. Critics often hurl insults at Meghan without being witty or coherent, and their comments tend to be needlessly spiteful.

Many of these critics believe that Meghan is the primary cause of the rift between Harry and his family and that she has the power to mend it but chooses not to.

However, an insider close to the situation has a different perspective. According to OK! magazine, Harry aims to play the role of peacemaker and defuse the situation with his family before Meghan becomes involved in the complexities of Buckingham Palace. Talks have been ongoing to facilitate a meeting between Harry and his father, Prince Charles, but it hasn’t been the right time until now. Both Charles and Harry are working toward a meeting on September 17.

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Coalition cracks deepen as Nationals break ranks over Labor reforms

Nationals senators defy party lines, voting against Labor’s reforms as Coalition faces internal rifts and leadership concerns.

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19 hours ago

January 21, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nationals senators defy party lines, voting against Labor’s reforms as Coalition faces internal rifts and leadership concerns.

A rift has emerged in the Coalition after three Nationals senators crossed the floor to vote against Labor’s post-Bondi hate group reforms, defying party lines and raising questions about their future in the shadow cabinet.

Their proposed amendment calling for greater scrutiny was rejected, and Labor’s legislation passed the Senate 38 votes to 22, cementing the reforms into law despite opposition pushback.

Coalition leadership will meet Wednesday to assess the political fallout, though some MPs consider the issue minor in terms of potential resignations. The incident highlights growing tensions within the party as internal discipline comes under pressure.

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Trump escalates Greenland rhetoric as Davos leaders push back on sovereignty

Trump claims U.S. alone can ensure Arctic peace, sparking backlash as Greenland’s sovereignty faces geopolitical tensions at Davos.

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19 hours ago

January 21, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump claims U.S. alone can ensure Arctic peace, sparking backlash as Greenland’s sovereignty faces geopolitical tensions at Davos.

President Trump has intensified his remarks over Greenland, claiming the U.S. is the only nation capable of ensuring peace in the Arctic, sparking sharp pushback from European leaders. His rhetoric, including hints at potential tariffs, comes as international attention turns to the strategic territory.

The debate has dominated discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where Trump confirmed plans to meet regarding Greenland following a positive conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Meanwhile, Greenland’s leadership has warned that the territory must be ready for potential military scenarios.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney also weighed in from Davos, drawing a firm line on sovereignty, declaring Greenland’s independence non-negotiable. The unfolding standoff highlights rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic, with global powers increasingly staking their claims.

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OpenAI prepares first consumer device amid revenue boom

OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.

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2 days ago

January 20, 2026

Harvey Vargas

OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.

OpenAI is gearing up to launch its first-ever consumer hardware device in late 2026. The product is expected to be a screenless smart speaker, signalling the tech giant’s move beyond software and into the world of physical devices.

The device comes after OpenAI acquired a promising hardware startup to accelerate development.

The company is also pushing a strategy to strengthen domestic manufacturing, working closely with U.S. manufacturers to secure efficient production of essential components.

Despite the progress, technical hurdles remain, especially around the device’s listening capabilities, which could delay the rollout.

This development comes on the heels of OpenAI reporting an annualised revenue of over $20 billion in 2025, representing a staggering 233% increase from the previous year. The combination of massive revenue growth and expansion into hardware marks a new era for the AI pioneer.

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