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King Charles grows memories into masterpieces at Sandringham
King Charles is making the most of life beyond the bustle of London, but his winter retreat at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk isn’t just about quiet walks and snow‑covered lawns but it also shows his passion for long‑term vision for the property.
On 7 January, the official Sandringham Instagram account delighted followers with stunning images of the estate’s gardens blanketed in snow that gives a fresh face to the 60‑acre landscape the King has been meticulously reviving.
The snowy scenes highlight the estate’s Topiary Garden, the newest addition unveiled in 2023 as a place of reflection and biodiversity, designed to withstand evolving weather patterns and offer peace to visitors once the gardens reopen to the public each spring.
Since taking on management of the Sandringham estate in 2017, Charles has led a remarkable restoration of both its gardens and wider parkland, bringing back to life landscapes that had been neglected for decades.
In doing so, he’s blended tradition with sustainable design, adding features like the Topiary Garden, Lower Maze Garden, and Sundial Garden that reflect his lifelong enthusiasm for plants, symmetry and environmental stewardship.
The inspiration runs deep, many aspects of Sandringham’s ornamental layout stem from Charles’s own childhood memories, including yew topiary reminiscent of those planted by Queen Alexandra in the early 20th century.
Historically, the estate’s gardens have roots stretching back to the 1860s and earlier, evolving through generations of monarchs and designers.
But it’s Charles’s recent stewardship that has brought a renewed sense of purpose and symbolic design to the space.
From March through October, the doors and paths will open again, inviting the public to explore an estate that reflects not just royal heritage but one monarch’s enduring love of the natural world.
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Meghan Trainor’s husband adds new layer to mom group drama after wife
Meghan Trainor’s husband, Daryl Sabara, seems to have a surprising response to the Ashley Tisdale mom group fiasco, as he shared a neutral opinion.
The 33-year-old actor cleared the air by saying, “No drama over here, just trying to keep the kids happy,” soon after Trainor herself appeared to mock Tisdale in a TikTok video.
The Spy Kids star even expressed concern for the High School Musical star, after her essay in The Cut went viral, which detailed her experience of alienation in a group of fellow moms.
“I don’t really know what’s going on. I hope she’s okay though,” Sabara told TMZ on Thursday, January 8.
This comes after the singer shared a video clip on TikTok with the text, “Me finding out about the apparent mom group drama,” which showed her sitting at a desk while her song, Still Don’t Care played in the background.
Trainor concluded her shady response with three tea emojis in the caption.
The Made You Look hitmaker is not the only alleged mom involved in the mom group drama, but Mandy Moore and Hilary Duff are also among Tisdale’s former friends, whom she recently unfollowed.
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Bruno Mars hints at new love with ‘I Just Might’?
Bruno Mars has officially kicked off his romantic era, leaving fans guessing if he is hinting at a new possible romance.
In the early hours of Friday, January 9, the 16-time Grammy Award winner sent his fans into a frenzy by dropping his first solo single, I Just Might, in over a decade.
In the lead single of his upcoming album, The Romantic, the 40-year-old seemingly serenaded about a new love.
The lyrics of the newly-released track center on him seeing a captivating woman in a club and the possibility of a new romance.
In the chorus, he sings, “Hey, Mr. DJ, play a song for this pretty little lady. ‘Cause if she dance as good as she look right now, I just might, I just might make her my baby”.
So, does Bruno have a new love in his life? There were rumors in the past year that he had split from longtime girlfriend Jessica Caban after more than a decade together, but that was never confirmed.
While neither he nor his long-time girlfriend Jessica Caban has officially confirmed their current relationship status, the lyrical content of “I Just Might” has fueled speculation among fans that he might be single and exploring a new relationship.
Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour dates:
The forthcoming fourth solo album is set for release on February 27, 2026, giving fans a full access into the romantic theme of his new music era.
Following the album release a world tour has already been announced, which will be performed in stadiums.
While Bruno has released hit collabs like “Die With a Smile” with Lady Gaga and “APT” with Blackpink star Rose in recent years, this marks his return to solo music.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla wish Princess Kate a happy birthday
It’s a very special day at the Royal Family household as Princess Kate marks her 44th birthday today.
The Princess of Wales is celebrating her big day on Friday, January 9, with private celebrations expected to be underway. Meanwhile, King Charles and Queen Camilla have led the family in wishing the future queen with a very special message.
“Wishing a Happy Birthday to The Princess of Wales!” read a message, accompanied by a stunning picture of Kate from her milestone visit to Colchester Hospital in Essex, England, back in July.
The message, which also included a birthday cake emoji, was shared on the Royal Family’s official Instagram page run by Buckingham Palace.
More wishes are expected to come soon, as it is tradition for the monarch to lead the tributes. Catherine’s husband, Prince William, is expected to make a very personal and heartfelt public wish to Kate as he does every year.
In fact, the Prince of Wales’ wish this year will likely carry extra emotional weight as Kate is celebrating her first cancer-free birthday since announcing her remission in February last year.
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