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David Beckham’s tribute to Prince William after knighthood Prince William’s 43rd birthday has been met with much celebration, with the royal family’s most famous pal weighing in with a heartfelt tribute. The newly-knighted Sir David Beckham expressed his gratitude for the royal family with a sweet tribute to his friend. Watch the video above Prince William reveals new arrivals in birthday portrait taken by Kate (Catherine, Princess of Wales via X) READ MORE: ‘How I prepped a week of healthy lunches for under $25 – and it takes no time at all’ The former footballer took to Instagram to post throwback pictures with William. The first showed the pair mid laugh at the 2010 World Cup in Johannesburg, South Africa with the caption, “Happy Birthday Prince William x.” But one wasn’t enough, with the entrepreneur adding another picture to his stories – this time sharing a more recent one from the BAFTA Awards in 2024. On top of the image of the pair shaking hands, Beckham wrote, “Happy Birthday”, accompanied by a red heart emoji and a British flag on top. READ MORE: Three easy habits you can start tomorrow to reverse ageing, according to a scientist Beckham shared this throwback picture of the pair. (Instagram/@davidbeckham) He then shared a more recent picture, showcasing their long friendship. (Instagram/@davidbeckham) The football legend wasn’t the only one to pay tribute, with William’s own family sharing some touching words. Catherine, Princess of Wales took a casual birthday portrait of the father-of-three at their home in Windsor earlier this month. Three of the family’s four new additions can be seen in the picture, with William cuddling their family dog Orla’s new puppies. The black cocker spaniel gave birth to the pups last month, to the excitement of the Wales family. READ MORE: ‘I’m so in love with my brother’: With one act, Angelina left jaws on the floor ”Happy birthday! Love C, G, C, L, Orla and the puppies!,” the caption on social media said, using initials for Catherine, and their three kids – Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. The now-43-year-old was seen sitting with his legs stretched out in the grass as he plays with the dogs, wearing blue jeans and a casual green shirt for the off-duty look. Dad King Charles III’s social media accounts also shared a birthday message for his son and heir. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. Prince William’s best moments “Happy Birthday to The Prince of Wales!” the caption said. The more traditional portrait appeared to be taken by a professional photographer, though no credit was provided. Along with opting for a more official caption, using William’s title rather than his name, the photo chosen shows the royal in a shirt and trousers for a more formal look. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/oZ3XPUA

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Prince William reveals new arrivals in birthday portrait taken by Kate It’s one of the most unguarded and down to earth photos we’ve seen of the British heir-to-the-throne, Prince William. So it’s perhaps no surprise to hear that the person responsible for the new birthday portrait of the Prince of Wales is his wife, Kate. Catherine, Princess of Wales took the photo of the father-of-three, who turns 43 today, surrounded by their new puppies at their home in Windsor earlier this month. READ MORE: Kate’s heartfelt statement for cause close to her heart Prince William reveals new arrivals in birthday portrait taken by Kate (Catherine, Princess of Wales via X) ”Happy birthday! Love C, G, C, L, Orla and the puppies!,” the caption on social media said, using initials for Catherine, and their three kids – Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. The 43-year-old can be seen sitting with his legs stretched out in the grass as he plays with the dogs, wearing blue jeans and a casual green shirt for the off-duty look. Prince William is also sporting his now-famous beard, that’s gone for a summer holiday look to a mainstay for the royal. King Charles’ social media accounts also shared a birthday message for His Majesty’s son and heir. READ MORE: Meghan’s second As Ever product drop sells out in hours “Happy Birthday to The Prince of Wales!,” the caption said. The more traditional portrait appeared to be taken by a professional photographer, though no credit was provided. Along with opting for a more official caption, using William’s title rather than his name, the photo chosen shows the royal in a shirt and trousers for a more formal look as well. It’s not the first time Kate has shared her photography skills with the world to help Prince William celebrate a personal moment. For a daily dose of 9Honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. In the past, the Princess of Wales has taken the family photos shared for Father’s Day and Christmas. The royal’s also often behind the camera for her childrens’ birthday photos as well. However, following a photoshop incident last year while undergoing cancer treatment, the princess took a step back from her unofficial photography duties. Prince William’s best moments Although, the photo released for Princess Charlotte’s 10th birthday in May saw Kate return to her role. Prince George will be the next of the couple’s kids to celebrate his birthday, which is on July 22. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/oMl2J69

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Meghan’s second As Ever product drop sells out Hours after announcing a new product drop for summer, Meghan‘s lifestyle brand As Ever has once again completely sold out. After previously selling out within 45 minutes, Meghan announced a second product drop that went live on yesterday. The new summertime collection featured an apricot spread, herbal teas, honey, cookie and crepe mixes, and edible flower petals branded as “flower sprinkles”. Watch the video above.  Meghan reacts to As Ever drop nearly being sold out. (Instagram/ Meghan) READ MORE: Elle Macpherson opens up on her ‘new beginning’ at 61 The Duchess of Sussex shared a video to Instagram reacting to the collection being “nearly sold out on everything” hours after dropping online. “We spent so much time making sure we had so much more inventory, that’s why we took the time, and you guys are doing it again,” the royal said. “We’re nearly sold out on everything, and I can’t believe it.” She revealed even the “flower sprinkles” were nearly exhausted despite having more inventory as she knew it would be popular again. “Thank everybody!” Meghan told her 3.8 million followers at the end. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. Hours after her video message, the collection completely sold out.  “Cheers, dears! Wishing you a wonderful weekend! You’ve certainly made ours wonderful. We sold out…again!” the brand announced on Instagram. Meghan’s life on Instagram: all her best posts so far As Ever launched it’s first range in March and sold out within an hour, which Meghan spoke about during an episode of her Confessions of a Female Founder earlier this month. ”We planned for a year and then everything sells out in 45 minutes,” she said. Meghan launched her lifestyle brand in March. (Jake Rosenberg/Netflix) “Then what do you do? And then you say ‘OK, we planned as best as we could’. Are we going to replenish and sell out again in an hour? Or is that annoying as a customer? “I’m looking at it saying ‘just pause’. That happened. Let’s wait until we are completely stable and we have everything we need.” FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/HbS325o

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Princess of Wales shares heartfelt statement for Children’s Hospice Week as Royal Patron Catherine, Princess of Wales has shared a heartfelt message for an important cause. Catherine has been a Royal Patron of the East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices since 2012, and became the patron of Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice in South Wales in January 2025. For Children’s Hospice Week, she shared a personal statement praising the “extraordinary” and “life-changing” work of children’s hospices. READ MORE: Before her daughter’s death, Vicky made a heartfelt plea. The princess listened Catherine, Princess of Wales has shared a personal statement for Children’s Hospice Week. (WireImage) “No parent expects to hear that their child has a serious health condition that could shorten their life,” the Princess of Wales said in a statement issued yesterday. “Sadly, this is the reality faced by thousands of families across the country, leaving them heart-broken, fearful of the future and often desperately isolated.” The royal highlighted the support available from 54 children’s hospices in the UK. READ MORE: Detail in mum’s 16-week pregnancy scan set off alarm bells She noted that as patron of two children’s hospices, “I have the immense privilege of seeing for myself the extraordinary work of our children’s hospices.” “Lifting spirits through laughter, fun and play, as well as listening, holding, caring and sharing, they support children and families through life, death and beyond.” READ MORE: ‘I’ve been around lawyers’: Ryan Reynolds’ remark amid Lively, Baldoni lawsuit Catherine, Princess of Wales during her visit to Ty Hafan. (AP) The royal visited Tŷ Hafan in January after it was announced she would become a patron of the organisation – a role previously held by Princess Diana. Children’s Hospice Week, led by the Children’s palliative care charity Together for Short Lives to raise awareness, runs until June 22.  For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. New photo released for Princess of Wales’s 43rd birthday “This Children’s Hospice Week, I hope you will join me in celebrating the life-changing work they do and thanking them for the vital care they provide to children and families experiencing the most challenging times,” she concluded. The Princess of Wales’ statement comes days after her absence from Royal Ascot. The royal pulled out of her planned attendance at the last minute. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/grdDivo

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Mum’s dilemma over splitting cost of child’s birthday party with ex after separation | Money Manners Money Manners is 9honey Money’s weekly column that deals with money etiquette matters that can be the cause of many an awkward encounter. Submit your Money Manners questions to Jo Abi at jabi@nine.com.au This week’s question comes from a 9honey reader and deals with a common co-parenting challenge following divorce. Dilemma: “How do I split my daughter’s birthday costs with my ex?’ A mum is having a financial dilemma as her daughter’s milestone birthday approaches. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) My daughter is turning 16 in a couple of months and I want to try and make it really special for her. Her dad and I divorced a few years ago and we’ve both re-partnered. We haven’t always gotten along, but lately we’ve been trying harder to come together for our kids. I want to invite him and his new partner to a party I am hosting for our daughter in the home I just moved into with my new partner. I am hoping my ex and I can split the costs and come together for the kids. Her dad and I divorced a few years ago and we’ve both re-partnered. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) This feels like the right thing to do, but one of my friends said we should host separate parties instead, and that it will be ‘weird’ and ‘awkward’. I’m also not sure how to split the costs. Any advice? Advice: ‘You might need to compromise’ Couple’s therapist Melissa Ferrari has weight in on this one for 9honey Money. She explained it’s important to “consider what is fair and just for you both”. “It’s great that you and your ex-partner are trying harder for your kids,” Ferrari said. “These types of situations are difficult to deal with after a divorce. One approach that may be helpful is to consider what is fair and just for both of you. “If you want your ex-partner to pay for half of the birthday party, you may need to make him and his partner co-hosts. “Otherwise, it may be best to just invite them and pay for it yourself. ‘What have I done?’ Dad close to tears over son’s birthday cake “To help him feel like he has a role in the decision-making process, present him with both scenarios and let him choose.” “Your friend is right that it may be weird and awkward, but it’s important to model maturity for your children,” Ferrari continued. “If you can successfully pull this off with respect and goodwill, you’ll show your child that negotiation is possible through collaboration, fairness, and respect. Ferrari has advised the former couple to work together for the sake of their daughter. (Getty) “She also gets to experience her birthday party with both parents present. “I also think consulting with your daughter would be useful so that she feels she has some input, too.” The information provided on this website is general in nature only and does not constitute personal financial advice. The information has been prepared without taking into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information on this website you should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/XRzN5t1

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Kmart finds: The $9 Kmart hack professional cleaner uses to make dusting the entire home easier Professional cleaner Sara Allan has revealed her top three dusters for cleaning the home after using them on the job over the years. The Housekeeping Heroes NSW owner is a fan of the $5.98 Mr Clean microfibre duster and the $5.49 All Set cobweb extension broom from Bunnings. But if she was to recommend just one to have at home it would be a $9 Kmart purchase. Watch the video above. READ MORE: The $12 Bunnings buy cleaner swears by for transforming filthy grout Sara Allen from Housekeeping Heroes recommends Kmart’s two-in-one mop head for dusting. (TikTok/@housekeepingheroesnsw) “It would definitely be the Kmart two-in-one mop head attachment for a couple of reasons; it’s very cost effective at $4 for the extendable telescopic pole and $5 for the two-in-one mop head, so for $9 it really is a bargain and will last a very long time – I have had mine for about five years and still in perfect condition,” she tells 9honey Living. “The microfibre head is easy to remove and clean in the washing machine, the telescopic pole extends and is easy to clean high reach areas without having to use a step ladder,” Allan adds. 15 household items you should clean more regularly “Extremely easy to use to dust all ceiling crevices, fans, exhausts and traps dust/buildup with ease. The flat side can be used to effectively dust and clean skirting boards and ceiling crevices as the user can simply spray a multipurpose solution directly onto the pad and press up against a ceiling crevice, skirting board or wall.” READ MORE: Common toilet paper habit causing ‘hidden mould’ This mop head is from Kmart’s mix and match click range for which other attachments are available. (Kmart) These kinds of areas might not be as noticeable to the naked eye as dust on coffee tables and shelves but they do build up a lot of dust so they require regular cleaning. Allan recommends cleaning walls every three months while ceiling fans, skirting boards and ceiling crevices should be done fortnightly. There is one exception, though, with skirting boards and ceiling crevices needing a weekly clean for anyone who “lives in an area where a lot of construction work is happening”. READ MORE: Why clean clothes start stinking 10 minutes into wearing them Once you’ve finished your cleaning session with the Kmart two-in-one mop head you will need to clean it. Allan recommends removing it and putting it in the washing machine on a standard cycle. It’s the same cleaning process for the second of her other favourite dusters, the Mr Clean microfibre duster. For the third duster, the cobweb broom, you can simply hose down the bristles when finished and set aside to dry thoroughly. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. Unable to display TikTok on this browser Though the Kmart mop head can be used for ceiling fans, Allen says the cobweb broom can actually be more useful for this task. “This one works extremely well for fan blades as we simply shape it to the specific fan blade we are trying to clean, and it cleans all four sides of a fan blade in one simple back and forth motion,” she says. READ MORE: Which Hoka shoe is right for you? This Bunnings cobweb broom is also good for dusting ceiling fans. (Bunnings) As for dusting surfaces like shelves, Allan uses a wet microfibre cloth to wipe the surface followed by a dry microfibre cloth “to go over the surface a second time to ensure the surface is cleaned and dust free”. To reduce the amount of dust in the home she advised vacuuming daily, limiting clutter, creating a weekly and fortnightly cleaning routine, cleaning air conditioner filters every two weeks and dusting surfaces from top to bottom. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/4BOW96b

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk tells 14-year-old girl her main reason for university should be to ‘find a husband’ Conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sparked outrage after telling a room of young women that their main reason for attending university should be to find a husband. The founder of Turning Point USA was taking questions at his recent Young Women’s Leadership Summit in Dallas, Texas, when a 14-year-old high school student asked for his advice on her future university plans. “What would you say the pros and cons are [about attending university] because I’m interested in political journalism. What would your advice be?” she asked Kirk. Watch the video above. Charlie Kirk has sparked outrage after telling a room of young women that their main reason for attending university should be to find a husband. (Getty) READ MORE: Before her daughter’s death, Vicky made a heartfelt plea. The princess listened Instead of responding to the student’s question, Kirk, who briefly attended a community college before dropping out, addressed all the young women in the crowd as he advocated for the “MRS degree”. “Let me also speak to some of the young ladies here in high school,” he began. “Interestingly, I think there is an argument to bring back the MRS degree,” he continued which evoked some laughter among the crowd. The concept of the ‘MRS degree’ refers to going to university for the express purpose of finding an educated man to marry. READ MORE: Detail in mum’s 16-week pregnancy scan set off alarm bells Charlie Kirk, who never graduated college, responded by advocating for the “MRS degree”. (X/ @peltzmadeline) “No, seriously,” he continued. ”And just be clear – that’s why you’re going to college, right? “Don’t lie to yourself like, ‘Oh I’m going, I’m studying sociology’. No you’re not, that’s not why you’re here and that’s OK, actually.” Kirk continued to shock with his comments, adding: “College is a scam, but if you’re going to find your life partner that’s actually a really good reason to go to college. “You have a bunch of people that are single, they’re at the prime of their… let’s just say attractiveness, the dating pool is as robust as you’ll ever find and they all live together over a four-year period. “You don’t get much better than that OK, it doesn’t get better after college.” For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. He continued by nonchalantly discouraging a young woman’s education. “That actually was the reason why a lot of women went to college in the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, and it worked,” he said. Kirk did not address the young woman’s aspirations to pursue political journalism. He also did not tout the benefit for men to go to university to find a wife or obtain a ‘MR degree’. READ MORE: Woolworths quietly changes digital checkout option Inside the young women’s leadership event. (X/ @peltzmadeline) Vision of Kirk’s commentary at the event for conservative young women has circled around the internet, sparking outrage among many. American author and attorney Jill Filipovic shared the clip to her X account. “This poor girl. She asks Charlie Kirk about her goal to be a political journalist and her tells her to get an Mrs degree,” she wrote alongside it. ”Awful… just awful,” one person added about Kirk’s sentiment in a social media comment. “Women aren’t signing up for debt and getting science and math degrees to play 1950s housewife. Let’s aim a little higher than an ‘MRS degree’,” said another. “Mr. Kirk thinks women are lesser than men,” another critic wrote on social media. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/3HzykhY

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Australian prime ministers and their pets in photos | Anthony Albanese, Scott Morrison, Bob Hawke, Julia Gillard and more The female Cavoodle made her Twitter debut earlier via new her account, which dubbed her “Australia’s 1st Dog.” “Hello Australia! Dad thought it’d be a furry good idea to get me a Twitter account so here I am! Woof!” the account’s first tweet read. It’s since emerged neither Albanese nor his office created the account for Toto. A 20-year-old law student from Brisbane is behind the account, reported as saying, “I just like the dog.” In an interview Albanese revealed how his pet helps him handle the demands of being a politician. “I definitely feel better for all the time I spend with Toto,” he told the Adelaide Advertiser while promoting a fundraising calendar the pair starred in together. “She’s loving, she’s loyal, she’s great company, and she’s always so happy to see me.” https://ift.tt/jKMaSPp

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Empty perfume bottle in drawers, wardrobe is the hack that’ll keep your clothes smelling fresh Finishing up the last dregs of your favourite perfume can be devastating, but there is a way to hold on to the scent for a little longer – as well as the bottle that’s too pretty to throw away. One woman has uncovered a no-effort hack that costs nothing that she learnt from her mother, leaving her clothes smelling heavenly. Watch the video above READ MORE: Aussies warned to stock up as common cooking ingredient faces global shortage She finally threw away her stash. (Facebook/Georgie Hopkinson) Posting to a Facebook group, she shared, “My late mother taught me to put empty perfume bottles in my underwear drawer, so my undies would smell nice! Today I had a clear out and put 18 bottles in the recycling!” Alongside it she shared a picture of her bag filled with empty bottles of the perfume Ghost. The post garnered hundreds of comments, many of which shared similar advice. “I put soap in a sock in mine. And in the wardrobe too,” said one. “I always used wax from wax melts after I changed it to a new wax I put the heart in a piece of wax in the drawer,” another added. “My mum always had perfume samples from magazines in her underwear drawer. I think they are hard to find now adays,” one shared. READ MORE: ‘A lie can’t last forever’: Meghan’s brutal swipe at royal family “My nannie used to have a bar of soap in hers. It was a teddy bear soap she got when she was younger her self (1940’s) When she passed I kept it as a memory of her and it lives in my underwear drawer still,” another admitted. “I have satchels of lavender and other herbs I keep in my clothing drawers!” one added, drawing on the ’90s trend of putting potpourri inside little bags to keep inside drawers. Some were concerned about the effects of the chemicals in such close quarters to clothes and especially undergarments. “Isn’t this awful for your lady bits?” questioned one. “This is a good way to get some infections ma’am,” another added. “I wish I could do this but I’d for sure get a UTI,” one said. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. The best bathroom cleaning hacks that actually work “Bra drawer? Sure! But not the undies…keep it clean ladies!” another said. Others were just amazed she has been able to get through that many perfume bottles in the first place. “I don’t think I’ve even gone through 10 perfumes in my entire life. And I’m 50. This is impressive,” said one. “I’m afraid to ask how many sprays you apply every day,” another added. “I honestly don’t think I’ve ever finished a bottle of perfume and I’ve never thought about that until this exact minute,” one remarked. It’s a no effort and no spend hack. (Getty) If there is a scent you’re still using but also want to replicate in your wardrobe, you can always take advice from Aussie TikToker Renee, who sprayed her favourite perfume onto an adhesive felt pad and stuck them into her drawers and wardrobes for the smell to permeate. This hacks also works for other closed areas such as cars, with one commenter sharing, “my aunt taught us to put a high end hand soap in your car and it smells amazing and lasts forever! Forget those expensive air fresheners that last 2 days!” FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/HRil3cu

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Cat eye boogers: Why felines get eye gunk and how to clean it | Explainer Cat owners may find they have a lot of things in common with their beloved pets – such as a love for lazing around and being waited on hand and foot. But one of the more unusual similarities cats share with their humans is one you barely think of: eye boogers. Watch the video above READ MORE: ‘Making biscuits’: What your cat is really trying to say when they sink their claws into you One unusual point in common unites yourself and your cat. (Getty) Just like their humans, cats are often the victim of crusties by their eyes. Felines naturally emit liquid from their eyes that ends up drying as crust in the corners of their eyes. “Cat eye boogers are a mixture of dried tears and mucus that accumulates in the corner of the eye. They are the same as human eye boogers that may be present in the morning,” Dr. Ray Spragley, a veterinarian at Zen Dog Vet told Yahoo. READ MORE: Why does my cat flop in front of me? Expert explains what the adorable moment really means What is different about a cat’s crusties is they often have pigment in them, “which causes their eye boogers to be darker than the ones humans have.” It’s quite ordinary for cats to develop eye boogers near their tear ducts, and since they are self-grooming they can often clean it from their eyes themselves. Sometimes they can’t get everything out, and in this case it is fine to clean them for your cat by wetting a washcloth, cotton pad or tissue with warm water and wiping down their face. Be sure to avoid the actual eye, as a scratch can cause a corneal ulceration. READ MORE: After learning why my dog sleeps on my pillows, I’ll never be able to look at him the same Sometimes cats need a bit of help. (Getty) If your cat isn’t the type to take being helped lying down and will most definitely scratch you up, you could try having one person wrap your pet in a towel so all their limbs are tucked away so another can clean their (likely hissing) face. At times, cats’ eye boogers may be a sign of something wrong, with excessive or persistent discharge pointing to an underlying issue. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. The largest domestic cat breeds and how big they can get If you notice a lot of tears and your cat rubbing its eyes a lot or even a change in colour of the discharge, it may indicate your cat has allergies, conjunctivitis, a feline upper respiratory infection, or even dry eye if there is not enough moisture – as well as even more serious ailments. It is advised that you take your cat to the vet if you are seeing a persistent issue for them to find the cause and give a proper diagnosis. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/gdvly1S

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Two words to ask yourself to make decluttering clothes easier Ever looked at your wardrobe and become instantly overwhelmed? Even when you know it’s time to cut down on your clothes, how do you decide which pieces to actually cull and won’t regret saying goodbye to months down the track? After all, you don’t need a jacket you never wear taking up a hanger.  READ MORE: ‘Most beautiful surprise’: Buddy and Jesinta Franklin’s baby joy Ask yourself two words to make decluttering easier. (Getty) Well, there’s two words to ask yourself that could make decluttering much easier. It’s called the “ifs and buts” rule. According to Paul Gray, marketing director at clothing retailer Chums, it’s a method to start the decluttering process when you’re feeling overwhelmed. All you have to do is hold up an item from your wardrobe and ask yourself why you no longer want it, using “if” and “but” to determine what you don’t like. READ MORE: Influencer’s raw message after welcoming her second baby You might say you like the style of a dress but you’d prefer it in a different colour. Or perhaps, you’d wear a pair of shoes more if they didn’t have as high a heel. Any time you use the words “if” or “but” when contemplating a clothing piece, consider getting rid of it or even replacing with an item that actually meets the criteria you’d like. That way you’re actually getting use out of the pieces taking up space in your closet. READ MORE: Which Hoka shoe is right for you? There’s many tips and hacks to help declutter your wardrobe. (Getty) For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. This is just one of many methods you can try to get a clutter-free wardrobe. For another easy decluttering trick, all you need is a hanger. Put all your clothes on a hanger and then turn the hangers backwards in your wardrobe. Check back in a few months later and if they’re still backwards, you’ll be able tell which clothing pieces you don’t get much wear out of. Decluttering tips and hacks to make it quick and easy “Those backwards hangers tell the story!” one TikToker sharing the hack says. Professional organiser Kayleen Kelly suggests a three-second rule for decluttering. Just pick up a clothing item, decide if you want to keep it, and immediately move to a yes or no pile. If you hesitate, put it in the keep pile. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/QGPYHIB

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‘Grotesque’: JFK. Jr’s nephew speaks out on Ryan Murphy’s upcoming biopic series American Love Story A member of the Kennedy family has spoken out about Ryan Murphy’s upcoming TV series, American Love Story. The show is set to tell the tragic love story of the late John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bassette-Kennedy, but according to JFK Jr.’s nephew, Jack Schlossberg, he claimed the family were not consulted regarding the show’s creation. Schlossberg – the son of JFK Jr.’s sister Caroline Kennedy – took to his Instagram stories to label the use of his uncle’s story for profit as “grotesque”. Watch the video above. READ MORE: Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot appearance at the last minute JFK Jr.’s nephew Jack Schlossberg has criticised the creation of American Love Story. (Getty) “Lately, my news feed has been filled with pictures of my uncle, John F. Kennedy Jr., a great man,” he began. “For those wondering whether his family was ever consulted, or has anything to do with, the new shows being made about him, the answer is no. And there’s really not much we can do.” For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. Schlossberg then explained that in New York state, the right to privacy “doesn’t survive death” meaning that he and his family do not have the right to control JFK Jr.’s name, image or likeness. “For that matter, he’s considered a public figure, so there’s not much we can do,” he added. Schlossberg shared a video to his Instagram story detailing the situation. (Instagram/jackuno) “I hope those making these shows about him take seriously what he stood for in his life, all that he achieved in it. And that they donate some of the profits [that] they’re making. “For the record, I think admiration for my Uncle John is great. What I don’t think is great is profiting off of it in a grotesque way.” Jackie Kennedy: Her life through the years 9honey has reached out to Ryan Murphy for comment, in relation to this story. American Love Story is the latest controversial TV show to be created by Ryan Murphy, fresh off the back of his Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, which followed the story of the Menendez brothers, who were convicted of killing their parents. READ MORE: Aussies warned to stock up as common cooking ingredient faces global shortage The TV show follows the tragic love story of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bassette. (Getty) American Love Story will spotlight the tragic love story of the late JFK Jr., the son of John F. Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy, and his wife Carolyn Bessette, a fashion publicist. After meeting in 1992, the pair tied the knot in September 1996. They were married just short of three years when they died in a plane crash as JFK. Jr was flying Bessette and her sister to Martha’s Vineyard.  FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/Nhj0Q32

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Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie spend their 26th wedding anniversary at Royal Ascot Prince Edward and wife Sophie have celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary at Royal Ascot. The Duke, 61, and Duchess of Edinburgh, 60, were wed on June 19, 1999, at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The couple share two children – Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor, who is 21, and James Mountbatten-Windsor, Earl of Wessex, who is now 17. READ MORE: Detail in mum’s 16-week pregnancy scan set off alarm bells Prince Edward and wife Sophie have celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary at Royal Ascot. (Samir Hussein/WireImage) Their marriage is one of the longest-lasting unions of the modern British royal family. Prince Edward is the only child of the late Queen Elizabeth, who has never been divorced. It has been a busy lead up to their wedding anniversary, with Trooping the Colour on June 14, the Order of the Garter on June 18 and now Royal Ascot. READ MORE: ‘My roots, my heritage’: Aussie model’s vow to come back to Australia Their marriage is one of the longest-lasting unions of the modern British royal family. (AP) Royal Ascot is the most glamorous event on the racing calendar and it remains a firm favourite among the British royal family and the elite. Sophie met Prince Edward in 1987 while working at Capitol Radio; she was 22 and he was 23. At the time, Edward was dating a friend of Sophie’s. They met up again six years later at a tennis charity event, and this time both were single. Sophie and Edward got along famously and soon after they began secretly dating. Royal author Ingrid Seward, who wrote the book, Prince Edward, says the couple almost broke up a year into their relationship after Edward got cold feet, realising this was a serious relationship that could lead to marriage. They managed to get back on track and spent the next few years getting to know each other better before taking the next step. Edward proposed an engagement ring featuring a two-carat oval diamond made by Asprey and Garrard, worth £105,000 (AUD$184,398). Sophie met Prince Edward in 1987 while working at Capitol Radio. (Getty) In 1999, the couple announced their engagement, two years after Princess Diana died in a Paris car crash. When they wed at St George’s Chapel it was considered a break in tradition. A look at the timeless style of Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Most royals choose the much larger Westminster Abbey or St Paul’s Cathedral to tie the knot. Edward and Sophie were happy with the smaller venue and chose to spend their honeymoon at Balmoral Castle before moving to their home, Bagshot Park in Surrey. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. When they wed at St George’s Chapel it was considered a break in tradition. (Getty) Most royals choose the much larger Westminster Abbey or St Paul’s Cathedral to tie the knot. (Getty) While Bagshot Park is the couple’s main residence, their office and official London residence is at Buckingham Palace. In 2003, Edward and Sophie welcomed their first child, Lady Louise, although she was delivered early after Sophie suffered a sudden placental abruption which led to an emergency cesarean at Frimley Park Hospital. Prince Edward had been in Mauritius at the time and rushed back to be by his wife’s side. READ MORE: Which Hoka shoe is right for you? The couple with their children Lady Louise, 21, and James, the Earl of Wessex, 17. (Getty) She recovered well and they went on to have a second child, James, Viscount Severn, in December 2007. The royal couple have become steadfast full-time working members of the British Royal Family, stepping up to help support King Charles and the Princess of Wales during their cancer battles. King Charles’ treatment is ongoing, and the Princess of Wales announced she was in remission earlier this year. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/knZQ0l3

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Prince William teams up with Cate Blanchett for visit to Earthshot Prize finalists Colorifix A day after his solo outing at Royal Ascot, which wife Kate skipped to prioritise her health, Prince William was joined by a different Cate for a royal visit. The Prince of Wales and Australian actress Cate Blanchett visited Earthshot Prize finalist colorifix, a UK-based company that creates sustainable dye for clothing. The duo were spotted in white lab coats as they were taken through each stage of the dye process across various laboratories at the site in north-east England. READ MORE: ’Kate should be applauded for putting her health first’ A day after his solo outing at Royal Ascot, after wife Kate skipped the race day to prioritise her health, Prince William was joined by a different Cate for a royal visit. (Eddie Mulholland – WPA Pool/Getty Images) The company is based in Norwich, not far from Prince William and the Princess of Wales’ country home of Anmer Hall. The 42-year-old royal and the Oscar-winning actress shared laughs as they chatted away during the visit. Blanchett wore some funky neon pink glasses for the outing, while Prince William’s blue shirt was visible from the top of his unbuttoned lab coat. Colorifix was a finalist in the 2023 Earthshot Prize, for the category Build a Waste Free World. READ MORE: Sarah Ferguson talks about recent mental health treatment The Prince of Wales and Australian actress Cate Blanchett visited Earthshot Prize Finalist, Colorifix, a UK-based company which creates sustainable dye for clothing. (Eddie Mulholland – WPA Pool/Getty Images) The duo were spotted in white lab coats as they were taken through each stage of the dye process across various laboratories at the site in north-east England. (Eddie Mulholland – WPA Pool/Getty Images) It was recognised for using DNA sequencing and nature’s own colours to create sustainable dyes that reduce the fashion industry’s use of water and harmful chemicals. Prince William launched the Earthshot Prize – a 10-year project aimed at finding achievable solutions to the climate crisis – in 2020. He then enlisted a raft of celebrities from around the world to help him champion the cause, with Blanchett and Robert Irwin among the Aussies on the royal’s speed dial. Blanchett serves as a member of the Earthshot Prize Council, “a global team of influencers from a range of sectors”, which picks the five winners each year. The 13-member council also includes Queen Rania of Jordan and Sir David Attenborough, with Prince William heading up the conservation conscious group. Prince William rallied his celebrity friends – including Irwin, Blanchett, David Beckham, Hannah Waddingham, Jacinda Ardern and Heidi Klum – to announce this year’s Earthshot Prize will take place in Rio de Janeiro. For a daily dose of 9Honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. All the stylish green carpet looks at 2024’s Earthshot Prize “2025 marks the midway point of the Earthshot decade, and each year we’ve witnessed the remarkable power of human ingenuity in addressing our planet’s most pressing challenges,” the royal said. “As we bring The Earthshot Prize to Brazil, a nation rich in biodiversity and environmental innovation, we are seeing fresh momentum for new ideas to create healthier and safer ways to live our lives. “It is an honour to profile the people making our world a better place for us and for our children.” FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/ti9LCER

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Influencer Laura Henshaw warns about ‘damaging’ online movement It’s an old story, but in new packaging: are some “traditional” ideas just thinly veiled ways to keep women in their place? We’re seeing more content on social media being sold as “self-improvement” and “inspirational”, but beneath the surface, we’re looking at a far more damaging, restrictive script.  Welcome to the manosphere. READ MORE: ‘Profound scars’: Sarah Ferguson opens up about mental health treatment Laura Henshaw is an advocate for women’s financial independence. (Supplied) In the latest episode of The Pay Off with Sylvia Jeffreys, Sylvia sat down with Laura Henshaw, the co-founder and highly successful businesswoman behind KIC. Laura came on to discuss her latest podcast mini-series, ‘Am I Equal?’, and give her view on women’s financial independence.  Laura has been diving deep into the “manosphere” – a growing online space that’s pushing for a return to traditional gender roles, often disguised by ‘caring’ language and soft instrumental music.  READ MORE: Which Hoka shoe is right for you? “Benevolent sexism is disguised as caring, loving, kindness, ‘I wanna take care of you’. But it’s actually taking agency away from women within a relationship and also belittling the view of them”, Laura explains. “When they spoke about women and the role of their partner, it was basically just to make sure they could pursue their dreams and be there for them at home. But there was nothing about women chasing our dreams, right?” Perhaps this ‘old story, but new packaging’ looks like ‘Freedom Barbie’… she prioritises domesticity, is emotionally available for men’s comfort, and doesn’t strive for independent careers.  To listen to Episode Sixteen of The Pay Off with Sylvia Jeffreys, press play below or tap here –  Episode Sixteen | Why A Man Is Not A Financial Plan With Laura Henshaw It’s a movement that is coinciding with the rise of the ‘tradwife’ trend on social media. You’ve probably seen the aesthetically pleasing videos: women baking artisanal bread, tending to home gardens, and generally presenting an idyllic, almost retro, vision of domesticity.  While there’s nothing wrong with choosing to be a stay-at-home parent – a necessary choice for many families –  the concern, as Laura talks about, is when this structure becomes prescriptive, pushing women to “opt out of power structures” and sacrifice their financial independence and freedom. Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw created KIC together. (Supplied) For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. “If you are prescribing a way someone needs to be within themselves, that is not freedom”, Laura states. Nostalgia Trip: What happened to the faces we grew up with? In this episode, Laura also excitedly shares parts of her pregnancy journey, how KIC grew into the empire it is and her advice for anyone looking to start a business.  The Pay Off with Sylvia Jeffreys is out now and a new episode publishes for free every Thursday. Search “The Pay Off” in your podcast app or tap here. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/sPpKvm6

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Meghan Markle news: Duchess reveals why she’s putting her podcast on hiatus | Confessions of a Female Founder Meghan Markle has revealed why she’s putting her podcast Confessions of a Female Founder on hiatus after one season. During a recent appearance on the podcast Aspire with Emme Grede the 43-year-old said that she is taking “everyone’s advice, and mine included” and hitting pause on her podcast for now. “What an amazing opportunity, to pull back the curtain and let people see what’s happening at the start, to have the opportunity to talk to so many female founders who’ve been on that full trajectory, that are on the other side of success,” she said in the episode which was released on June 17. READ MORE: Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot visit at the last minute Meghan Markle has revealed why she’s putting her podcast Confessions of a Female Founder on hiatus. (YouTube/Aspire with Emma Grede) “To be able to be really candid and vulnerable personally about my learns and stumbles along the way,” she added. Meghan revealed that she’s realised that her priorities have changed. “And to then take everyone’s advice, and mine included, and to say ‘I love that there’s so much excitement and desire for another season, but I need to focus on my business,” she added. READ MORE: ‘Forever yes’: Jason Segel engaged to partner of two years The royal explained she needs ‘to focus on my business’. (YouTube/Aspire with Emma Grede) The royal explained that people “seem to forget that very rarely do people see everything that’s happening behind the scenes.” “I could show a small glimpse of that, but equally yes, I wrapped season one of my Netflix series, still had to promote it, still had to be in the edits,” she said. “For Season 2, we were in pre-production of one season while we were doing post-production of the other, it’s constant. “I just wrapped edits on Season 2 of With Love, Meghan last week, so it’s still ongoing while also doing a podcast while also building my business,” Meghan said. She joked at a “certain point, the only thing I want to be spread thin is my jam”. Meghan launched her lifestyle brand As ever following the release of her Netflix series With Love, Meghan. (YouTube/Aspire with Emma Grede) The Duchess of Sussex launched her lifestyle brand As ever following the release of her Netflix series With Love, Meghan earlier this year. Season two of the Netflix series is set to air later this year. Meghan launched As ever with eight products which included raspberry spread, tea, and crepe mix, on April 2, the limited range selling out in under an hour. Her next round of products will be released on June 20 in the US, with As ever stating they will be “bringing back the items you love & some new surprises”. Season one of Confessions of a Female Founder included Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd, Spanx creator Sara Blakely, and Beyonce Knowles’ mother Tina Knowles. For a daily dose of 9honey, subscribe to our newsletter here. Her next round of products will be released on June 20 in the US. (Apple) Meghan said the insights she gained from each conversation included “valuable insight coming from women who have been through this before”. “So does it mean it won’t come back? No,” Meghan said. “But I would love to bring the show back when I am at a different end of my founder journey.” READ MORE: Which Hoka shoe is right for you? Meghan’s life on Instagram: all her best posts so far Meghan also spoke about the challenges of being a working mum. She and her husband Prince Harry share two children – Prince Archie, six, and Princess Lilibet, four. Meghan also spoke about the challenges of being a working mum. (Getty) “Most of the women that I spoke to are working mums,” she said on the podcast. “And this is such a key age, I don’t want to miss a moment for my children.” FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/wqeJxM9

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Princess Catharina-Amalia pictured with her arm in a sling as she attends first event since horse riding accident Princess Catharina-Amalia has been pictured with her arm in a cast and sling as she took part in her first royal engagement since a nasty break during a horse riding accident. The heir to the Dutch throne was seen arriving at the event with her father King Willem-Alexander, holding onto the 58-year-old for guidance. The 21-year-old was forced to undergo surgery on her arm on June 10 after she was thrown from her horse, the Royal House of the Netherlands said. READ MORE: Princess of Wales makes last-minute Royal Ascot cancellation King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands and Princess Amalia on Wednesday. (Getty) She spent two days at the UMC Utrecht hospital before being discharged. Princess Amalia didn’t let any discomfort get in the way of duty on Wednesday. She and her father attended the presentation of the new standard to the Princess Catherine-Amalia Hussar Regiment at the Prince Bernhard Barracks in Amersfoort. READ MORE: Meghan admits interest in her two children has a downside The princess wore her arm in a sling after breaking it during a horse riding accident. (Getty) Princess Amalia, who is the eldest child of King Willem-Alexander and is next in line to the Dutch throne, is officially known as the Princess of Orange – a title reserved for the heir. The young royal wore a floral Natan dress for the occasion and a hat previously seen on her mother, Queen Maxima. Her arm was protected in a blue sling but the princess was able to remove it briefly for a group photo with the regiment. READ MORE: Kate’s savvy move to show that ‘tradition still matters’ The princess was able to take off the sling briefly for a group photo. (Getty) Princess Amalia’s accident forced a reshuffling of a number of engagements for both her parents last week. The royal family’s annual summer photoshoot, at Paleis Huis ten Bosch, will now take place on June 30. It is set to include the King and Queen and Princess Amalia, along with her two younger sisters Princess Alexia, 19, and Princess Ariane, 18. The family dog, Mambo, is likely to feature as it has in previous years – often causing mischief. Future queen rocks budget accessory, costing less than $17 Princess Amalia is currently studying a degree in politics, psychology, law and economics that she began at the University of Amsterdam in September, 2022. She carried out her first solo engagement in the Netherlands in February, attending the naming ceremony of the naval ship Den Helder in Vlissingen. And in April, Amalia performed her first solo engagement abroad when she travelled to Madrid, in Spain, where she spent a year living in secret when threats emerged of a possible kidnap attempt. She had originally moved into shared student accommodation in Amsterdam but was forced to move back to the royal palace at The Hague when threats to her life emerged in October, 2023. In April 2024 – when Princess Amalia had already returned to the Netherlands – her time living in Spain was revealed. FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE: Stay across all the latest in celebrity, lifestyle and opinion via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details. https://ift.tt/i3pQSFa