Public figure in royal life and heir apparent to the throne
The monarchy remains under public and parliamentary scrutiny as new royal accounts disclose how much tax the King has paid and how royal funds are allocated. The Sovereign Grant, Duchy of Lancaster income, and private assets are outlined, with transparency urged amid ongoing questions about deductibles and private wealth.
Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler has died at the age of 75 in a hospital in Portugal after an illness. Her career peaked with Total Eclipse of the Heart, produced with Jim Steinman, and she represented the UK at Eurovision in 2013. She had a decades-long career and was awarded an MBE in 2023.
Linda Noskova wins the women’s singles final, becoming the youngest Wimbledon champion since 2011, as Karolina Muchova pushes her to the limit in a dramatic final. Jannik Sinner also claims the men’s title in a long, grueling 4-set showdown against Alexander Zverev. The event features Arthur Fery’s breakthrough wildcard run and Serena Williams’ return to singles at 44.
The Total Eclipse of the Heart star has died aged 75 in a Portuguese hospital. Her family has announced funeral details, with a public accompaniment through Swansea and Skewen on 15 and 17 August. Tributes have poured in from peers, including Catherine Zeta-Jones and Rod Stewart, who describe her as a Welsh icon.
Prince Harry has discussed England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina on James Corden’s show, noting a shift in mindset after conceding late goals. Kane reflects on the heartbreak, praising Gareth Southgate’s leadership and vowing to rebuild following a 6-4 bronze-medal win over France. Tuchel defends his substitutions amid mounting criticism.
New prime minister Andy Burnham has vowed to end rough sleeping in the UK, backed by 340m in new funding to create 1,200 homes and provide intensive support for at least 3,000 rough sleepers over five years. The programme builds on Covid-era measures and Manchester’s Bed Every Night, as rough sleeping numbers remain at record levels in 2025, with 4,793 people sleeping rough on a single autumn night.
Nirmal ‘Nimsdai’ Purja led a 10-person expedition on Broad Peak when an avalanche struck. Purja and several teammates have died; others are confirmed dead or missing. Recovery efforts continue amid harsh weather as authorities and Elite Exped confront the scale of the loss.
Wildfires across Wales and parts of Britain have prompted emergency alerts and military assistance. Fire crews are battling multiple blazes, evacuations continue, and authorities urge the public to avoid actions that could spark fires. Prime Minister Burnham has urged serious adherence to the alert.
Millions of phones warn of very high wildfire risk across England and Wales. The alert urges people to avoid actions that can spark fires, with the government deploying military support and banning disposable barbecues as firefighters battle dozens of blazes.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have planned a move from California to a private, non-royal home outside London later this month and have enrolled Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in British schools for September. King Charles has been told and has welcomed the chance to see his grandchildren; the couple will remain non-working royals.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have signaled they will relocate to a private residence outside London this month. They have maintained ties to the UK after leaving royal duties in 2020, while discussions over security arrangements and the family’s role remain unsettled.
Ethel Caterham has become the oldest living person in April 2025 after the death of a 116-year-old. She credits avoiding arguments as key to her longevity and has shared moments from her life, including meeting King Charles and experiences across decades in the UK and abroad. She currently resides in Hallmark Lakeview Care Home in Lightwater, Surrey.
The Danish-British and European royal show converges in Oslo as King Harald V is buried. King Haakon VIII has ascended the throne, and Queen Sonja and Queen Mette-Marit accompany the new monarch. Dozens of foreign leaders attend, while domestic controversies around Mette-Marit and Haakon’s stepson Høiby shadow the event.
Prince George has begun boarder life at Eton College, following in the footsteps of his father and other royal members. The 13-year-old is joining the prestigious Berkshire school with annual fees around £65,000 and a long history of educating Britain's elite. The move places the future king among generations of prime ministers, actors and other public figures associated with Eton.
Prince William has unveiled the Princetown Community Fund, redirecting at least 250,000 to local projects and pledging that Duchy income from 2026-27 will fund community regeneration. The fund, delivered by Devon Communities Together, will grant 500 to 40,000 and supports housing, energy, farming resilience and environmental recovery in Princetown.