Charles in Charge

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Charles in Charge

• Camilla’s transformation from the most-hated person in the UK to the queen is complete. Decades ago, she was known to the public as Charles’ mistress – the other woman Princess Diana famously referred to during her bombshell 1995 “Panorama” interview.
• King Charles inherited an estimated $9.5 billion royal real-estate portfolio — which includes Balmoral Castle and Sandringham Estate.
• Princess Anne is Charles’ secret weapon. She has been frequently recognized as one of the hardest-working royals in the family — and she could be a useful resource in helping Charles win the public’s favor.
• There are 14 major players in the king’s inner circle who keep the royal family running, including Lord Andrew Parker — the most senior staff member at Buckingham Palace, responsible for all events in the king’s diary — and Prince William, the heir to the throne.

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• There’s an epidemic of loneliness in young people. People in their 20s and 30s are increasingly sharing their loneliness on TikTok. For many, it’s a period of time where milestones such as investing in careers and “settling down” get in the way. Read more.

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