Meghan’s father is going to find a relief after a gruelling few months, as plans are now underway to fit him with a prosthetic leg following emergency surgery.

His son, Thomas Markle Jr, has revealed that the next major milestone is mobility. 

Intensive physiotherapy sessions are ongoing, and the family is preparing for the fitting of an artificial limb. 

Recently, the 81-year-old marked a small but meaningful step forward by changing his hospital gown for everyday clothes for the first time since surgery. 

He even joined fellow patients and staff for a Valentine’s Day lunch with red roses and chocolates, he described as “great fun.”

Speaking to The Mail on Sunday, Markle Sr said he is slowly adapting to his new reality. 

Thomas Markle Sr, has been recovering in rehabilitation after doctors were forced to amputate his left leg below the knee in December 2025.

The urgent procedure, which lasted three hours, came after a blood clot in his thigh cut off circulation to his foot

Physiotherapy remains a daily commitment, but he insists he is in good spirits and thankful for the care he’s receiving. 

Despite years of estrangement, Meghan reportedly contacted her father after the operation.

A spokesperson for the Duchess of Sussex confirmed at the time that she had reached out following the life-saving procedure.

The 81-year-old has not seen his daughter since her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry.

Princess Kate had fans doing a double take this weekend as she made a spirited return to the stands.

The Princess of Wales stepped out on Saturday, for the England vs. Ireland clash at the Allianz Stadium, appearing in her role as Patron of the Rugby Football Union.

And while England may not have had the ending they hoped for, Kate certainly delivered a glowing appearance in blue coat.

After Ireland powered to a 42–21 victory, the royal took to Instagram with a cheeky message: “Congratulations Ireland. 

Always a pleasure to see @englandrugby in action at Twickenham @sixnationsrugby.”

During the high-energy match, Kate was spotted laughing and chatting with John O’Driscoll, President of the Irish Rugby Football Union.

She also took her seat beside England prop Fin Baxter currently sidelined with a foot injury and spent much of the game in conversation with him and RFU president Deborah Griffin.

Despite the scoreboard’s final say, the trio appeared in bright spirits, sharing laughs as Ireland racked up the points.

A seven-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch has won hearts worldwide. But another thing that grabbed attention was his famous plushie.

The toy identified as the DJUNGELSKOG orangutan, a huggable plush from IKEA’s wildlife themes children’s range having long-flexible arms designed to mimic real apes.

The connection with the Punch sparked a surge in demand.

Punch was abandoned by his mother after his birth in July 2025 at Ichikawa City Zoo near Tokyo.

To cope up with the loneliness and abandonment, the zoo caretakers introduced a soft toy as a substitute source of emotional security.

Since then, the baby monkey developed a deep attachment with the orange orangutan, clinging to it constantly as he eats, rests, and explores his enclosure.

The DJUNGELSKOG orangutan retails for approximately $19.99 in the United States, though online reseller prices have fluctuated with demand.

The orangutan version measures roughly 66cm in length and is made primarily from polyester fibres, with embroidered facial details for additional safety and durability.

The DJUNGELSKOG line itself has become one of IKEA’s most recognisable plush collections worldwide, alongside other internet-famous toys such as its shark plush. 

The orangutan version measures roughly 66 cm in length and is made primarily from polyester fibres, with embroidered facial features designed for safety and durability.

After the toy sales went up, IKEA representatives visited the zoo and donated several toys to ensure that the baby monkey always has a companion.

Fans have affectionately nicknamed the toy “Oran-Mama.”