Prince Charles And Camilla Set To Begin Canadian Royal Tour Amid Rising Skepticism

Prince Charles and Camilla knocked back pints, leaving locals ecstatic as the royal's three day trip to Canada got off to a colourful start in St John's, Newfoundland.After popping into the local watering hole, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall poured a couple of pints of the 2,000 year old Iceberg beer, to cheers from delighted locals.They also tried the beer themselves with the Duchess proclaiming that it was "very good".A smiling Camilla and determined looking Charles tried their hand at pulling a pint, with the Duchess being labelled "pure class" for her efforts.There was also a table set up for local merchants and restaurant owners to show off their produce.It was here that the royal couple met local chef and restaurant owner Jeremy Charles who handed the Prince of Wales his book "Wildness - An Ode to Newfoundland and Labrador".Taking the book Charles smiled broadly and asked cheekily "Is it 100 ways to cook a moose?"Charles laughed in response and explained the book was a celebration of the wild food of the region.The New York Times has previously described Mr Charles as "a leader in a growing movement to celebrate the cuisine of the North".To stay up to date with all the latest news, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters hereCo-owner of the brewery, Justin Fong said that the royal couple had given locals "great memories".He said: "They were both great sports. They’ve given us all great memories of their time here."We were planning the visit for two months and it went without a hitch so we are delighted."The Quidi Vidi Brewing Company was founded in Quidi Vidi village in St.

Kate Middleton looked gorgeous in a pink ensemble as she made her first appearance at the Buckingham Palace Garden Parties today, May 18. The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, was joined by Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex as they made a united display standing in for the Queen at the annual occasion. Kate wore a wrap-over flared coat dress with long sleeves, matching shoes and a striking fascinator with her brunette locks put up in a bun.

Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall were beaming as they touched down in Canada as part of a three day tour.The couple arrived in St John's, Newfoundland, on Tuesday 17 May as part of a tour to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Charles and Camilla touched down on the island of Newfoundland, which was the first leg on their 72-hour visit which will see them travel a staggering 9,000 miles.

Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, arrived Tuesday in St. John’s, N.L., to begin a three-day Canadian tour that includes stops in Ottawa and the Northwest Territories.

Prince Charles could "need" his son Prince Harry, 37, and his wife Meghan Markle, 40, to assist him as they would be a "huge asset" to the Royal Family, according to expert Tina Brown.The royal author speculated that the 73 year old future King, who stepped in for his mother the Queen's shoes this week during the State Opening of Parliament, would also be grateful of their modern "appeal". “My guess is Charles is really going to want them back — sort of need them back actually," she said in a new interview.

Although once vilified for her perceived part in the breakdown of Prince Charles' marriage to the late Princess Diana, Camilla has become a central figure in the Royal family since officially joining in 2005 and has won over her critics, earning her national treasure status.The Queen’s unexpected endorsement of Camilla in February, making her Queen Consort once Charles ascends to the throne marked a stark contrast to the long-held pledge for her to remain a princess out of respect for the memory of Diana. And in more recent times, the public has seen Camilla happily taking part in a string of solo engagements.

Prince Charles "will need" Prince Harry and Meghan Markle when he becomes king because the Sussexes are highly valuable to the UK, a royal expert has claimed. On Tuesday (May 10), the Prince of Wales attended the Opening of State Parliament on behalf of the monarch, which gave a glimpse of what life could be like under his reign.

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has been described as being “instrumental” in trying to heal the rift between Prince Charles and his youngest son, Harry. There’s been ongoing reports of a rift between Prince Harry and his family after he married actress Meghan Markle and relocated to America with their son Archie.

Prince Charles in the Queen's chair should 'panic' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, according to a royal expert. It comes after the Prince of Wales and Prince William stepped in to give the Queen's speech to the Houses of Parliament after Her Majesty had to cancel at the last moment due to mobility issues.It was the first time in 59 years that the monarch wasn't able to give the important legislative speech, with Charles addressing politicians in her place.Writing after the occasion, royal commentator Daniela Elser said the "clobber-over-the-head obvious" symbolism of the "watershed" moment showed that the Queen's reign will soon be coming to an end.But she said an added meaning to the picture would be clear to the California-based Sussexes, who are now distanced from a Royal Family that appears to be moving on without them. The royal expert said in her column for News.com.au: "If there is anyone for whom this Charles photo should be a cause for serious alarm it is his son and daughter-in-law Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex.""Despite having thrown in the Harrods towel more than two years ago to try their luck on the West Coast as entrepreneur-philanthropist-celebrity-politicians...

Naga Munchetty, 47, was shocked when a guest on her BBC 5 Live show claimed Prince Charles could have “sexed up” the speech, on Wednesday’s show.The BBC Breakfast presenter invited fans and guests to give their verdict on Prince Charles' delivery of the speech at the State Opening of Parliament, on Tuesday in which he set out the Government's legislative agenda.The Queen, who had been expected to give the speech, was unable to attend due to ongoing mobility issues.Charles has received criticism from some for his mellow tone.Playing a clip of Charles giving the speech, Naga asked: “Could the speech have been given in a more animated way?”Speaker and author Esther Stanhope, otherwise known as The Impact Guru, was invited onto Naga’s show to discuss her view of how Charles’ speech fared.She had some ideas on how Charles could have improved the speech, in her opinion, and even suggested he could have “sexed up” his mother’s speech.Esther began: “It was not a speech fit for a future king, was it?”She added: “Can we actually call this a speech?”She said it was more of a “list” than a speech and needed “rebranding”.Esther, who works as a public speaking coach, had some tips for Charles.She said: “Well, for a start, a little bit of energy would help!”Continuing, she said: “How can you care about a list of stuff?“It was almost as if somebody had handed him some awful pamphlet.”Naga said she had been reading political comments on the speech and noted that some had “branded it as dull”.Naga went on to defend Charles, by saying: “He cannot show any favour toward what is being proposed even though it is his Government, the monarchy’s government.”Esther said she would like to see “massive” changes in the system and the way the speech

Prince William appeared to be "sad and regretful" as he attended at the State Opening of Parliament yesterday, according to one body language expert.

Prince Charles appeared on a video call with a blank picture frame behind him. In the bizarre clip, an empty frame with a white silhouette appeared over the Prince of Wales' left shoulder as he broadcast from his Scottish home in Birkhall.

Prince Charles 'moaned' to Camilla he made a historic appearance at the State Opening of Parliament, a lip reader claims.The Prince of Wales was in Westminster delivering the Queen's speech on her behalf today (Tuesday, May 10) after mobility issues forced her to pull out of the formal tradition.According to top lip reader, Jeremy Freeman, as Charles stepped out of his car he gave his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall an honest assessment of their journey, the Mirror reports.Dressed in his Admiral of the Fleet uniform, medals and honour insignia, Charles began walking through the Sovereign's entrance when he issued a complaint, Mr Freeman says.He told the Mirror, says as they got out of the car, Charles told Camilla: "Oh my word that was uncomfortable".Shortly afterwards, Charles could be seen gesturing to Camilla, appearing to tell her what side she should be standing on.And according to Jeremy, as he points out where Camilla should stand, he says: "Your side."Meanwhile a few minutes later as Charles greets officers lining the route to the throne room, he approaches the last one and says: "I hope you're well."The officer then leans forward as he didn't hear the remark and according to Jeremy says: "What, sorry?"Charles the repeats what he said to the officer, who replies: "Well, yes I'm trying." Charles and son Prince William jointly opened Parliament on the Queen’s behalf as Counsellors of State after the monarch delegated the important duty to them.

Prince Charles displayed "nervousness" as he attended the State Opening of Parliament on behalf of his mother, The Queen, a body language expert says. Buckingham Palace announced on Monday that The Queen would not read her annual speech in parliament due to "mobility problems" and that Prince Charles would address those in attendance instead.

Prince William was "nervous" during his appearance at the State Opening of Parliament today alongside his "comfortable" father Prince Charles, according to a body language expert.The Duke of Cambridge joined his father Prince Charles at Westminster to stand in for the Queen after a last minute decision for her to miss the annual event.William arrived for his first ever State Opening of Parliament around five minutes before the future King.The King-in-waiting delivered a nine-minute speech on behalf of her Majesty as William sat beside him.Dody language expert Adrianne Carter, also know as The Face Whisperer, analysed William, Charles and Camilla's demeanours during the momentous event.Speaking to the Daily Star, she said: "Charles looks like he's been ready to do this for a long time and is very natural and comfortable."Camilla and William looks more nervous by the way they're holding themselves and their posture."William keeps his head bowed a lot, which is a submissive way of being."The expert added that she believed Prince William was feeling "the weight of the occasion"."H's not always as confident at 'officialdom' as he is when interacting with real people," she said.Some royal fans had a negative reaction to Prince Charles' speech, with many rudely claiming he was "boring" and "insincere".It is the first time a member of the Royal Family has delivered a speech on behalf of her Majesty."At least sound a little interested," said one royal fan.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.Another disgruntled commenter wrote: "Anyone else getting the impression that the Prince Charles really can't be arsed reading the #QueensSpeech and is

Piers Morgan has admitted he worries for the Queen and says he is becoming "more and more concerned" about her health. The TalkTV presenter's fears were intensified following Monday's (May 9) announcement that Her Majesty would miss the State Opening of Parliament for the first time in nearly six decades. The 96 year old monarch continues to suffer from “episodic mobility problems” and gave special permission for her son Prince Charles to deliver the speech on her behalf.

The Queen's throne was 'set aside' and remained empty today as she missed the State Opening of Parliament for the first time in over half a century.The monarch was absent from the lavish annual ceremony and did not read The Queen's Speech for the first time since 1963 due to "episodic mobility problems" she has been experiencing. However, rather than the speech being read by the Lord Chancellor as has happened previously, in what has been described by commentators as a historic moment, Her Majesty instead delegated the responsibility to the heir to the throne, her eldest son Prince Charles.

Prince Charles was flanked by his wife Camilla as he arrived at the Palace of Westminster for the historic moment of reading The Queen's Speech.The Prince of Wales is this morning, Tuesday May 10, delivering the address for the first time with the monarch absent from the traditional annual ceremony for the first time in nearly 60 years. She announced on Monday she would not be attending for the first time since 1963 due to mobility problems she was experiencing.

Prince Charles will today read the Queen's speech for the first time, after the 96-year-old monarch pulled out due to problems with her mobility, making it the first time since 1963 that she has not given it herself. Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, will also attend open Parliament, after the Queen granted special permission.

Queen has been forced to cancel her appearance at the State Opening of Parliament tomorrow.Prince Charles will instead read the monarch's speech as she struggles with mobility issues which will prevent her attending the ceremony for the first time in 59 years.The Queen's speech will be delivered by Charles soon after the beginning of the ceremony which kicks off at 11:30am on May 10. Without it no legislation can be passed after Parliament has been suspended or 'prorogued' for elections last week.A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: "The Queen continues to experience episodic mobility problems, and in consultation with her doctors has reluctantly decided that she will not attend the State Opening of Parliament tomorrow."At Her Majesty’s request, and with the agreement of the relevant authorities, The Prince of Wales will read The Queen’s speech on Her Majesty’s behalf, with The Duke of Cambridge also in attendance."The decision which is understood to have been taken on Monday, is the latest of public appearances the Queen has been unable to attend this year.Her poor state of health in November last year meant she was unable to attend the Remembrance Sunday memorial at the Cenotaph.

Archie Mountbatten-Windsor celebrates his third birthday today in his California home with Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and younger sister Lilibet.The eldest son of the Sussexes will no longer be able to claim the title as prince when Prince Charles takes the throne.It was reported back in 2021 that Charles told Prince Harry and Meghan Markle he would be altering legal documents so Archie was no longer able to acquire the royal title when his grandfather becomes King.The future King was previously told he "dropped the ball" with his decision about young Archie by a royal historian, who slammed Charles as "clumsy".A grandchild of the sovereign usually has the right to become prince but Charles is understood to want to slim down the monarchy when he takes the crown.Dr Tessa Dunlop, a royal historian, claims that the move was "clumsy" from Charles.Speaking on the latest episode of Palace Confidential, she claimed: "I think Prince Charles has probably been clumsy."He reminds me of the well-meaning, avuncular man in the corner who is a bit out of date and occasionally gaffes and gets things wrong. In his little head it would be simpler to have fewer princes and princesses.To get more royal stories from Daily Star delivered straight to your inbox sign up to one of our free newsletters here. "Prince Charles, I think, was well intentioned – he walked Meghan Markle down the aisle for goodness sake.