The Duchess of Kent, Katharine, has been noticeably absent from major royal events, including the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, her funeral, and the King's coronation.
She is understood to have been unwell for some time, having previously dealt with a recurrent gallbladder problem, an ovarian cyst, and the Epstein-Barr virus.
The Duchess, who led a separate life from the Duke for many years but did not divorce, was famed for her support of tennis players at Wimbledon.
She notably hugged a tearful Jana Novotna after her 1993 final loss and backed Martina Navratilova's campaign to have her parents attend her triumph.
The Queen gave her permission to drop her 'HRH' style when she stepped away from the public spotlight.
2025-09-05 20:14:00
A body language expert noted a moment of 'unbearable sadness' in Prince William’s TV chat as he discussed his wife Princess Kate's cancer journey and its impact on the family.
2025-10-04 20:18:00
A new report has highlighted a significant price increase for electric toothbrushes, sparking a debate about their value and necessity.
2025-09-23 22:09:00
King Charles privately remembers his mother Queen Elizabeth II on the third anniversary of her death while continuing royal duties amid cancer treatment.
2025-09-12 17:47:00
The Duchess of Kent, a beloved royal family member, has died aged 92.
2025-09-07 23:09:00
NHS staff flu vaccination rates halve since pandemic, prompting urgent calls for increased uptake.
2025-09-07 12:35:00
The Duchess of Kent, aged 92, passed away peacefully at Kensington Palace, prompting tributes from the Royal Family and public figures.
2025-09-05 18:11:00
An inquest heard that an 89-year-old grandfather, James Rownsley, died after his clothing, which had absorbed flammable emollient cream, caught fire on a gas heater.
2025-09-05 18:00:00
A coroner in Sheffield has raised concerns about a lack of public awareness regarding the fire risks of emollient creams after an 89-year-old man died when his clothing caught fire near a gas heater.
2025-09-05 16:56:00
A woman who lost 40% of her body weight with the weight-loss drug Mounjaro has shared her life-changing experience, while a pharmacist warns that a recent price hike could push more people towards dangerous, illegitimate online sources.
2025-09-05 16:26:00
A new review reveals that autistic individuals face significant challenges during menopause, including more intense symptoms and routine dismissal by healthcare professionals, highlighting an urgent need for better support and research.
2025-09-05 13:01:00
A woman who lost 40% of her body weight using the weight-loss drug Mounjaro has shared her positive experience, while a pharmacist warns that a potential price hike could push users towards dangerous, unregulated online sources.
2025-09-05 10:45:00
Experts warn of a new wave of deaths in Scotland from highly potent synthetic opioids known as nitazenes, linked to over 100 fatalities.
2025-09-04 20:06:00
A coroner in the UK has called for greater public awareness about the fire risks of emollient skin creams after an 89-year-old man died when his clothing caught fire near a gas heater.
2025-09-04 18:23:00
Government and health officials reassess strategies to maintain Covid-19 vaccination momentum and combat misinformation.
2025-09-03 17:25:00
A woman who lost 40% of her body weight using the drug Mounjaro says the medication has helped her save money on groceries and takeaways, despite a significant price increase being announced.
2025-09-03 15:24:00
A woman who lost 40% of her body weight using the drug Mounjaro says the medication has helped her save money on groceries and takeaways, despite a significant price increase being announced.
2025-09-03 13:22:00
Meghan Markle’s interview comments about royal protocols, including wearing nude pantyhose, spark controversy among royal commentators and fans.
2025-09-01 14:26:00
Care watchdog CQC criticized for failing to act before the unlawful death of 14-year-old Ruth Szymankiewicz at scandal-hit hospital.
2025-08-31 11:52:00
Princess Diana's aristocratic lineage traces back to English monarchy, making her more English royal than King Charles.
2025-08-30 17:09:00
Terrifying footage has captured an EasyJet flight struggling violently to land at Edinburgh Airport as Storm Amy ravaged the capital with gusts up to 96mph.
2025-10-05 16:57:00
Faraj Al-Shamie, the father of the Manchester synagogue attacker, posted on social media praising the Hamas October 7 attacks and calling for a 'last battle with Israel.'
2025-10-05 16:03:00
A judge has ruled that the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) and seven of its officials are not immune from a lawsuit filed by families of Israeli hostages seeking damages over the agency's alleged aid to Hamas.
2025-10-05 15:04:00
The Prince of Wales has opened up about his vision for the monarchy's future, vowing to embrace change when he one day takes the throne.
2025-10-05 14:04:00
Storm Amy has caused severe weather-related disruption across the UK, resulting in more than 150 delayed flights at Gatwick Airport and widespread transport cancellations.
2025-10-05 13:30:00
Deadly fighting erupts between Hamas and al-Mujaida clan in Khan Younis.
2025-10-05 13:01:00
Storm Amy, remnants of Hurricane Humberto, causes closures and disruptions across UK and Ireland.
2025-10-05 12:04:00
Prince William, the Prince of Wales, confirmed he will bring 'not overly radical' but necessary changes to the monarchy when he becomes King, as he discussed his role with actor Eugene Levy.
2025-10-05 11:55:00
Dozens arrested in London as police intervene in demonstration supporting banned pro-Palestinian group.
2025-10-05 11:15:00
Storm Amy continues to cause widespread travel disruption across the UK, with a terrifying video capturing an EasyJet flight fighting gale-force winds to land at Edinburgh Airport.
2025-10-04 22:04:00
Researchers claim strong evidence of Amelia Earhart's plane in South Pacific lagoon.
2025-10-04 21:47:00