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King Charles new portrait shows ‘transition and uncertainty’

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King Charles III’s new painted portrait has become the talk of the town with its hidden meanings as it is not traditional.

The huge painting, the creation of artist Jonathan Yeo, was commissioned in 2020 – when Charles was a Prince. But it was completed after the King’s Coronation in May 2023 – marking Charles’ transition to the throne after the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Alex Bury, the managing director of Grove Gallery in London, described the portrait  as a “bold statement on a monarchy in flux”, depicting the red background as “chaotic,” according to Express UK.

He said: “For me, the chaotic red background symbolises ongoing upheaval, while the butterfly signifies a transformative era.”

The expert added that he felt it showed “transition and uncertainty”, and likened it to a portrait of the late Queen. 

“Much like Justin Mortimer’s controversial 1997 Queen portrait, this is also a somewhat non-traditional piece that seemingly captures the complex transition and uncertainty within the royal family,” he said.

“At first glance, the use of a solid, ever-changing red background might seem disconcerting. However, it cleverly mirrors the current state of the British monarchy.

“The swirling reds create a sense of motion and unrest, highlighting the turbulence within the royal family and the broader socio-political landscape.”

The painting shows a butterfly on the King’s shoulder. Bury branded this “poignant”, and explained why.

He added: “It symbolises not only his love for nature but also the metamorphosis from Prince to King. This delicate creature juxtaposed against the turbulent backdrop underscores the theme of change and renewal.”

“This pose evokes a sense of steadfastness amidst the chaos,” he continued.

Speaking of the King’s attire, he added: “Interestingly, the lance and his attire share the same colour as the background, symbolising that even though he exudes confidence, he is not entirely removed from the surrounding whirlwind.

“His expression, subtle yet confident, may be overlooked by those focused solely on the vibrant background, but it is a critical element of the portrait, conveying the King’s enduring presence.”

The large painting was unveiled the blue drawing room at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, showing Charles in the uniform of the Welsh Guards and is on a huge canvas measuring 8ft 15in by 6ft 15in.

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Why King Charles skipped Beatrice’s daughter celebration but honored Harry’s birthday

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King Charles recently made headlines by celebrating his youngest son, Prince Harry, on his milestone 40th birthday with a heartfelt post on the Royal Family’s official social media channel. 

However, the same fanfare did not extend to Princess Beatrice’s daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, who turned three on Wednesday.

While the Duke of Sussex received a warm birthday wish from the King, Sienna’s special day passed without any public acknowledgment from the Royal Family. 

This decision may stem from Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s desire to keep their daughter out of the limelight and maintain a level of privacy for their young family.

As royal watchers speculate on the contrasting celebrations, it’s clear that the family is navigating the balance between public duties and personal choices in their approach to royal life.

Princess Beatrice is known for her low-key approach to social media, seldom sharing images of her daughter which reflects her desire for privacy. 

In contrast, Harry received public birthday wishes from both Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace on September 15, marking a significant moment for the Duke of Sussex.

This year’s celebration was particularly noteworthy, as it was the first time in two years that Buckingham Palace acknowledged Harry’s birthday in its posts.

Speculation among royal watchers suggests that this change may stem from a decision made by the late Queen Elizabeth II, who reportedly chose to publicly recognize the birthdays of non-working royals only when they end in a zero.

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King Charles laughs off abdication rumours

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King Charles laughs off abdication rumours

King Charles III has left fans delighted with his latest outing in Scotland, seemingly sending rumours of abdication to rest with his stunning gesture during meeting with Angela Rayner.

The 75-year-old gave major update on his health as he appeared in good spirits during meeting with deputy Prime Minister Rayner at a special event.

The monarch met with representatives from the Scottish Violence Reduction Unit (SVRU), The King’s Foundation and The King’s Trust to discuss ways on how to tackle all forms of violent behaviour.

The monarch’s outing comes amid speculations that Prince William is quietly preparing to become next King of Britain.

The Prince of Wales is said to be ‘worried’ about his father and wants to take as much pressure off him as he can.

King Charles laughs off abdication rumours

The King’s increasingly ailing condition is causing huge alarm inside the royal family, as pressure grows for him to delegate more responsibility to the heir to the throne, an insider told In Touch Weekly.

“William is just as worried about his father and wants to take as much pressure off him as he can,” they added.

However, William and Harry’s cancer-stricken dad King Charles latest appearance has cleared the air about his future plans as he seems to be determined to continue his duty.

The King, at the event, heard reflection on how to identify the root causes of violence and how support can be increased for young people to stop them falling into a pattern of crime at Dumfries House in Ayrshire.

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Diddy’s former protege and ‘fall guy’ Shyne Barrow reacts to mogul’s arrest

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was arrested on September 17 and denied bail twice

Moses “Shyne” Barrow, former Bad Boy rapper turned politician, is breaking his silence following the arrest of his ex-mentor, Sean “Diddy” Combs.

During a press conference in Belize, Barrow, who is now the Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives, accused Combs of ruining his life.

“When I was an 18-year-old kid, just wanting to do nothing other than make my mother proud,” began Barrow. “I was defending [Combs] and he turned around and called witnesses to testify against me. He pretty much sent me to prison,” he claimed. 

Their history dates back to 1999, when Barrow was convicted of first-degree assault for a nightclub shooting in New York that left three people injured. Combs, who was also implicated, claimed self-defence and was acquitted of all charges.

However, Barrow served nearly a decade behind bars, being released in 2009 before his deportation to Belize.

Barrow continued of the disgraced mogul, “This is someone who destroyed my life, and who I forgave.” He explained that he did so for the “better interest of Belize” so the country could benefit from Combs’ investment and contributions to education. 

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Rihanna to end her music hiatus with special tribute: Insider

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Rihanna to end her music hiatus with special tribute: Insider

Rihanna has seemingly amazed her fans by ending her long musical hiatus.

For the unversed, recently a source revealed that the Diamond hitmaker has been planning to collaborate with other artists to pay musical tribute to late American rapper Fatman Scoop.

According to The Sun, a tipster shared that the Fenty Beauty founder is all set to mark her much-awaited musical comeback with her partner and rapper A$AP Rocky to extend their condolences to the late rapper.

The source also stated that Rihanna and Fatman have been on great terms with each other and after his sudden demise, the Stay vocalist and other artists have decided to come together to remember the late singer.

Moreover, an insider disclosed, “After his death, Rihanna and other artists were offered the chance to put some vocals down on a song for him. She spent the start of this week holed up in Red Bus Recording Studios.”

“It was a super-low-key visit and she was there for a day or two until the early hours,” the source added.

However, till now, Rihanna has not commented on the reports of her comeback.

Reportedly, on August 30, 2024, Fatman died after collapsing on the stage during his performance in Connecticut and was later pronounced dead due to sudden cardiac arrest.

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