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Prince Philip's last words to his son on the eve of his death

<p>Prince Charles has revealed the last conversation he had with his father, Prince Philip, the day before he died. </p> <p>A new documentary shows that the Prince of Wales called his father on April 8th 2021 to discuss plans for the Duke of Edinburgh's 100th birthday in June. </p> <p>The Daily Mail reports that Prince Charles called his father at Windsor to chat about celebrating the centenary. </p> <p><span>Charles said, “We’re talking about your birthday.”</span></p> <p><span>He had to speak up a bit more loudly due to Philip's failing hearing, as Charles repeated, </span>“We’re talking about your birthday!"</p> <p>“And whether there’s going to be reception!”</p> <p>To which Philip replied, “Well, I’ve got to be alive for it, haven’t I?”</p> <p>In what may have been their last ever conversation, Charles responded, “I knew you’d say that!”</p> <p>Philip died the following day, April 9th 2021, at aged 99. </p> <p>The final exchange between the father and son comes from a BBC documentary that will be broadcast around Britain next week. </p> <p><em>Prince Philip: The Royal Family Remembers</em> is set to feature other senior royals share their personal recollections of the late Duke of Edinburgh. </p> <p>The duke's other children, Andrew, Anne and Edward, will also share emotional stories of their father. </p> <p>Camila, the Duchess of Cornwall, says in remembrance, "It felt like the end of an era."</p> <p>“They’re a very difficult generation to live up to but I’m very proud and very pleased that I knew him.”</p> <p><span>Her husband Charles adds, “We were lucky to have him for nearly 100 years.”</span></p> <p><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em></p>

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Pamela Anderson marries bodyguard in small ceremony

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pamela Anderson has tied the knot once again.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The 53-year-old </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Baywatch</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> actress married her bodyguard, Dan Hayhurst, in a private ceremony on Christmas Eve last year at her home in Vancouver Island.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I was married on the property I bought from my grandparents 25 years ago, this is where my parents were married and they are still together,” Anderson told </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9176427/Pamela-Anderson-ties-knot-bodyguard-intimate-Christmas-Eve-ceremony.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Daily Mail</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I feel like I’ve come full circle.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I’m exactly where I need to be - in the arms of a man who truly loves me.”</span></p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKj5AQUpOUt/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="13"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKj5AQUpOUt/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank">A post shared by RASTA Sanctuary (@rastasanctuary)</a></p> </div> </blockquote> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anderson revealed she and Hayhurst were dating in September last year.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“He’s in his 40s. A real man, finally,” a source told </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://pagesix.com/2020/09/04/pamela-anderson-is-dating-her-bodyguard-after-divorce-from-jon-peters/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Page Six</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> after the news came out. “He knows how to handle her. It’s very cool to see. She’s completely comfortable, and they’re never out of each other’s sight.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Anderson’s marriage to Hayhurst marks her fourth official marriage, after announcing she and Jon Peters would not be formally getting married in January of last year.</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Image: Perfect Wedding Magazine / Instagram</span></em></p>

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"She's not breathing": Family dog kills baby on New Year's Eve

<p>A baby has passed away after it was reported the family dog was lying on top of her.</p> <p>Four-month-old Raelynn Larrison was found dead with the animal lying on her on New Year's Eve in the US.</p> <p>Police revealed that emergency dispatchers were contacted by a man at around 7 pm on Thursday in Montgomery County, Ohio.</p> <p>Dayton Daily News reported that he woke up to find the animal on top of the baby, who was not breathing and unconscious.</p> <p>“She’s not breathing. My baby ain’t breathing,” a man told the dispatcher, according to the outlet.</p> <p>Raelynn was quickly rushed to the local children's hospital, where she was pronounced dead.</p> <p>Police are currently investigating the cause of death with an autopsy to take place.</p> <p>A<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/raelynns-fuberal" target="_blank">GoFundMe page</a><span> </span>has been established in the wake of the child’s death to raise money for her funeral.</p>

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Woman develops incurable skin condition after New Year's Eve kiss

<p>When Aimee Godden kissed someone on New Year’s Eve, it triggered an incurable skin condition that ended up changing her life.</p> <p>Godden was diagnosed with a mild case of psoriasis when she was 14, an autoimmune condition that causes the skin to go red and inflamed.</p> <p>But as a teenager, the condition wasn’t too noticeable, and she was able to cover the inflammation with clothes or a small amount of makeup.</p> <p>But fast forward to 2018, Godden made the mistake of kissing someone who, unknown to her, had tonsillitis.</p> <p>That was when she started developing large patches of dry skin on her forehead, cheeks and chest.</p> <p>“A doctor diagnosed me with guttate psoriasis and said tonsillitis had triggered it,” she explained.</p> <p>“I was devastated to be told there was no cure and terrified I would look like this forever.</p> <p>“My face was completely different to the one I’d known my whole life.”</p> <p>It took such a huge toll on her life, that she moved back home and refused to leave or even look at herself in the mirror.</p> <p>But in the age of social media, Godden decided to speak up about her condition on Instagram, and that was when things took a dramatic turn.</p> <p>After she posted a photo of her condition, it didn’t take long for it to gain traction with the response she received being overwhelmingly positive.</p> <p>“In public, people have pointed at my face and said ‘urgh’, but online I’ve had such a positive response,” she said.</p> <p>“You expect acceptance and support from friends and family. And when it comes from strangers, it feels so genuine.”</p> <p>Now, she has learnt to accept her skin condition, even though there are times where she feels discomfort and pain.</p> <p>Psoriasis can be itchy and may give off a burning sensation.</p> <p>She manages the condition by living healthily and undergoing light therapy treatment.</p> <p>The first night she went out after developing the condition, she says she felt very self conscious - until a man walked over and asked if he could buy her a drink.</p> <p>They are now expecting their first child in October.</p> <p>“I’d worried psoriasis would stop me finding love,” she said.</p> <p>“But I feel so much love in my life right now.”</p> <p>Godden is now a passionate advocate of loving the skin you’re in.</p> <p>“Whether it’s a scar, spots, pigmentation, a birthmark, hair loss, or skin condition ... We are often told that we need filters, makeup, good lighting and a perfect complexion to look ‘good’,” she wrote in an Instagram post in May, announcing a “Face Equality” selfie challenge.</p> <p>“We are all constantly exposed to the idea that our perceived value is dictated by our appearance.</p> <p>“This week we come together to challenge stigma, to refuse to be othered, and to campaign for a world that no longer reduces our value to our appearance.”</p>

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Princess Mary turns heads in dazzling gown at New Year’s Eve ball

<p>She always turns heads with her elegant fashion choices, and Princess Mary has proved yet again why many consider her to be a style icon.</p> <p>The 46-year-old arrived at a New Year’s ball wearing a beautiful floor length gown.</p> <p>The traditional banquet is an annual event held by the Danish Queen, Margrethe II at Christian VII’s Palace in Amalienborg.</p> <p>The Tasmanian-born royal was spotted standing alongside her husband, Crown Prince Frederik as they smiled towards on lookers.</p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGoZH_gGc3/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGoZH_gGc3/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">A post shared by DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus)</a> on Jan 1, 2019 at 11:25am PST</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>Mary was the star of the show as she opted for a full sleeve, black and gold patterned gown with a drop neckline.</p> <p>She accessorised with a dazzling tiara and a pair of chandelier earrings.</p> <p>The royal was also seen wearing the Order of the Elephant necklace, which is considered to be the highest-ranked honour in Denmark.</p> <p>Queen Margrethe was also photographed as she arrived at the ball wearing a pink lace gown, complete with a train.</p> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; 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font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGpbyugAVG/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">A post shared by DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus)</a> on Jan 1, 2019 at 11:35am PST</p> </div> </blockquote> <blockquote style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGng1EAzj3/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" data-instgrm-version="12"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; 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text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" rel="noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGng1EAzj3/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" target="_blank">A post shared by DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus)</a> on Jan 1, 2019 at 11:18am PST</p> </div> </blockquote> <p>To mark the family occasion, Prince Frederik’s brother, Prince Joachim of Denmark was also present alongside his wife Princess Marie. </p>

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Why this mum isn’t going to tell her kids it’s Christmas Eve

<p>A mother has faced scrutiny over her controversial decision to not tell her children it’s Christmas Eve.</p> <p>Posting under the username “Mama Hechtick”, the mum asked for people’s opinions on parenting forum Mumsnet, as she explained that her reasoning behind not telling her children it’s Christmas Eve is, so they could have a good night’s sleep.</p> <p>“I have this idea, that for this year we won’t tell DC [Dear Children] it’s Christmas Eve,” wrote the mum. “We don’t do Christmas Eve boxes and they are usually disinterested in their advent calendars by mid-December so don’t really countdown as such.”</p> <p>According to the mum, her children, who are aged five and six, are unable to rest before Christmas day due to the sheer excitement. She plans to hide the fact that it’s Christmas Eve and wake them up early the next day and tell them it’s Christmas, as she believes that is more exciting.</p> <p>“I’m thinking that waking them up early and telling them it’s Christmas morning will be a far bigger and exciting surprise,” she explains.</p> <p>“Would I be unreasonable or mean for doing this,” she asks.</p> <p>“I think it’s the only year we’d get away with it. We don’t have any plans for Christmas Eve except a fairly quiet day with just us at home. Friends I’ve briefly discussed this with seem a bit off with it.”</p> <p>But her question had many parents disagreeing with the decision.</p> <p>“I wouldn’t,” said one mum. “The build-up is so exciting for children, don’t take that away from them.”</p> <p>“Waiting for Santa is half the fun,” says another. “I think it seems a bit mean.”</p> <p>“Don’t you put out milk and biscuits for Santa and a carrot for the reindeer, or track Santa online, watch a Christmas movie or read the night before Christmas?” asked one mum. “It’s not something I would miss out on but if you don’t do anything at all then why not?”</p> <p>“You can’t do that,” said another. “When I was a kid, I was so excited for Christmas Eve. Trying to stay awake to see Santa, the excitement of the next day, don’t take that away from them just so they get a good night sleep.</p> <p>“Kids aren’t kids for long, let them enjoy the build-up and don’t suck the fun out of it.”</p> <p>What do you think? Do you think the mum should keep Christmas Eve from her kids? Let us know in the comments below.</p>

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Andy Murray’s sad announcement on eve of Wimbledon

<p>Andy Murray has pulled out of Wimbledon a day after confirming he was ready to play the Grand Slam tournament.</p> <p>The 31-year-old two-time Wimbledon champion released a statement, saying: “It's with regret I'm withdrawing from Wimbledon.</p> <p>“I've made significant progress in practice and matches over the last ten days, but after lengthy discussions with my team and with a heavy heart, we've decided that playing best of five set matches might be a bit too soon in the recovery process. </p> <p>“We did everything we could to try to be ready in time. I will start practising on the hard courts from tomorrow and continuing with my rehab and recovery and I'm looking forward to the US hardcourt season. </p> <p>“Thanks for all the messages of support and I'm excited to finally be back playing after so long out.”</p> <p><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fandymurrayofficial%2Fposts%2F10155599522046966&amp;width=500" width="500" height="720" style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowtransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></p> <p>The Brit has been beset by hip problems for the past year and underwent surgery less than six months ago. He returned to the competition two weeks ago.</p> <p>Murray was due to face Frenchman Benoit Paire in the first round on Tuesday.</p> <p>The official Wimbledon Twitter page responded to Murray's statement by posting on social media, writing: “Really sorry to hear the news, @andy_murray. </p> <p>“From everyone at the All England Club, we wish you all the best with your journey back from injury.”</p> <p>In 2013, Murray became the first British man in 77 years to win a Wimbledon singles title. He won the championship again in 2016.</p> <p>Murray – considered a member of the ruling "Big 4" of men's tennis, along with Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic – has reached at least the quarter-finals in each of his past 10 appearances at the All England Club.</p> <p>Will you be watching Wimbledon this year? Who will you be cheering on? Let us know in the comments below.</p>

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Kate Spade’s “heartbroken” father dies on eve of designer’s funeral

<p>Kate Spade's "heartbroken" father has died just a day before the fashion designer's funeral on Thursday.</p> <p>Earl F. Brosnahan Jr., 89, passed away in Kansas City, Missouri on June 20, his family has confirmed.</p> <p>Brosnahan's loved ones say they believe he died, in part, of a broken heart after his daughter was found dead in her New York apartment on June 5.</p> <p>A chief medical examiner later confirmed Spade, 55, took her own life.</p> <p>"We are deeply saddened to announce that Katy’s father, Earl F. Brosnahan, Jr. [Frank], passed away last night at age 89," the statement read.</p> <p>"He had been in failing health of late and was heartbroken over the recent death of his beloved daughter. He was at home and surrounded by family at the time of his passing.</p> <p>"He was especially proud of his wife, children and grandchildren."</p> <p>Brosnahan is survived by his second wife Sandy, who was at his bedside when he died.</p> <p>Following Spade’s death, Brosnahan told the Kansas City Star that he had spoken to his daughter the night before she died and they had discussed her upcoming trip to the US West Coast.</p> <p>"She was happy and we made plans to meet in California," Brosnahan said.</p> <p>Speaking of how the family was coping in the tragedy, Brosnahan said the "close" group would "certainly miss our bright, sunshiney little person."</p> <p>He believes his daughter would have been gratified knowing the discussions about mental health taking place around her death.</p> <p>"Katy would have liked that. She was always giving and charitable. If that helped anybody avoid anything — fine, she'd be delighted," he said.</p> <p>The fashion icon's funeral went ahead as planned in Kansas City, with husband Andy Spade giving a eulogy and several other family members speaking.</p> <p>The couple were married for 24 years but had been living separately for several months before her death. The pair have one child, a daughter named Beatrice.</p>

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Sydney NYE Fireworks to honour Bowie, Prince and Wilder

<p>Sydney’s fireworks are always one of the real highlights of the New Year’s festivities, and this year’s pyrotechnics will take on special significance with the City of Sydney confirming there will be tributes to David Bowie, Prince and Gene Wilder.</p> <p>Barges on the harbour have reportedly been loaded with 120 tonnes of fireworks ahead of the incredible display, which will entertain visitors from all around the world.</p> <p>Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore told <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Huffington Post</strong></em></span></a>, "This year sadly saw the loss of many music and entertainment legends around the world. Celebrating their music as part of the Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks displays is an opportunity to reflect on the year that's been and celebrate what the future holds.</p> <p>"Sydney is especially significant for David Bowie, who called Elizabeth Bay home for a decade from the early eighties, filming music videos and recording an album here.</p> <p>"Prince performed in Australia many times and his Sydney Opera House concert was one of his last. And I know children and adults everywhere will delight in the colourful Willy Wonka moment during the midnight fireworks."</p> <p>Are you looking forward to the fireworks?</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/lifestyle/retirement-life/2016/12/what-does-2017-hold-for-you/"><strong>What does 2017 hold for you?</strong></a></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/travel/domestic-travel/2016/12/5-best-places-to-spend-nye-in-australia/"><strong>5 best places to spend New Year’s Eve in Australia</strong></a></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/news/news/2016/08/david-bowies-son-welcomes-baby-boy/"><strong>David Bowie’s son welcomes baby boy</strong></a></em></span></p>

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Plans to announce Princess Mary as Queen on New Year's Eve

<p><span>The 45-year-old princess, who is currently holidaying in Australia to celebrate Christmas with her family, is reportedly expected to become Queen of Denmark much sooner than expected.</span></p> <p><span>Royal expert Sebastian Olden-Jorgensen hinted that all will be revealed in Queen Margrethe’s New Year’s Eve speech, which has been slightly altered this year.</span></p> <p><span>Sebastian told Danish magazine </span><em><span>Kendte</span></em><span> that all the signs are there for Princess Mary and her husband Prince Frederik to become King and Queen.</span></p> <p><span>The annual Danish tradition is for the Queen’s speech to be delivered at 6 pm and transmitted live on TV.</span></p> <p><span>However, this year the speech will reportedly be transmitted on a massive screen in the square at Amalienborg Palace and will be delivered straight from the reception room at the palace.</span></p> <p><span>This change follows the news that Queen Margrethe’s husband, Prince Henrik, has been diagnosed with dementia. The Queen also had to cut short a trip to the UK recently due to an unknown illness.</span></p> <p><span>A statement released by the Danish royal family announced the 83-year-old’s situation.</span></p> <p><span>“Following a longer diagnostic process and lately a series of examinations during late summer, a specialist team ... has now concluded that his Royal Highness Prince Henrik suffers from dementia," it said.</span></p> <p><span>“The extent of the cognitive failure is ... greater than expected considering the age of The Prince.”</span></p> <p><span>Queen Margrethe always said she will rule Denmark until the day she dies but with her own health suffering and her husband’s recent diagnosis, it is thought she will abdicate much sooner than anticipated.</span></p> <p><span>Mary along with Frederik, have recently taken on an increasing amount of royal duties from Queen Margrethe.</span></p> <p><span>Prince Henrik also retired last year which led many royal speculators to question whether the Queen will be joining her husband.</span></p>

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What Brady Bunch star Eve Plumb look like now

<p class="Default"><span>Most famous for her role in the iconic 1970s sitcom, <em>The Brady Bunch</em>, Eve Plumb played “middle” child, Jan Brady, in the hit series. </span></p> <p class="Default"><span>Here we have a new photo of the actress taken in March this year compared with one of her as Jan Brady taken back in 1971.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;" class="Default"><span><img width="500" height="323" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/39341/eve-plumb-in-text_500x323.jpg" alt="Eve Plumb In -text"/><br /></span></p> <p class="Default"><span>Running from 1969 until 1974, Eve Plumb recently revealed that she hopes that her role on the TV show isn't the only one she’s remembered for.</span></p> <p class="Default"><span>“I’ll always be Jan Brady to so many people,” the now 59-year-old actress told </span><span>Closer Weekly</span><span>. “I can’t escape it, but I can do other things,” she added. </span></p> <p class="Default"><span>Having recently starred as Mrs. Murdock in <em>Grease Live!</em> opposite Julianne Hough and Vanessa Hudgens, Plumb admits that while she found success as a child star, adulthood proved difficult for the entertainer.</span></p> <p class="Default"><span>“I had so much success as a child,” she explains. “But once you age out of being the cute kid, then what? If you’re not ready for it, it can be very difficult.”</span></p> <p class="Default"><span>Over the years since <em>The Brady Brunch</em> stopped filming, Eve</span><span> admit</span><span>s that she still gets recognised as Jan Brady at auditions. “If it gets me in the door [for jobs], then fine!” she said. “If you’re surprised to learn I can do other things, then great! I will audition for anything! Whatever comes my way!”.</span></p>

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10 photos of Sydney Harbour fireworks

<p>Sydney Harbour is beautiful 365 days a year, but on New Year’s Eve it really comes into its own. Punters willing to brave the crowds are always treated to a dazzling display, with iconic imagery lighting up our most famous landmarks.</p> <p>In case you can’t make it out tonight, we’ve put together a gallery containing our favourite moments from the Sydney Harbour fireworks over the year. To see all the image, scroll through the gallery above. It’s sure to jog a few memories!</p> <p>Where are you spending New Year’s Eve? Have you ever seen the Sydney Harbour fireworks? Let us know in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/travel/international/2016/12/gallery-hopping-around-sydney-for-the-weekend/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Gallery hopping around Sydney for the weekend</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="/travel/international/2016/12/10-best-places-in-australia-to-visit-in-december/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>10 best places in Australia to visit in December</strong></em></span></a></p> <p><a href="/travel/international/2016/11/best-places-to-see-live-theatre-in-australia/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><strong>Best places to see live theatre in Australia</strong></em></span></a></p>

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Abandoned puppy rescued on Christmas Eve doesn’t look like this anymore

<p>Pudding, a shih zhu puppy from Plymouth, England, was abandoned the night before Christmas Eve.</p> <p>Left out unsheltered as a terrible storm hit, Pudding struggled but made it through the night. The storm left his hair terribly matted, and Pudding was unable to see through it, as you can see below:</p> <p><img width="500" height="375" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/13104/pudding-one_500x375.jpg" alt="Pudding One" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"/></p> <p>Fortunately Pudding was discovered by someone on their way to work on the morning of Christmas Eve and taken in to the RSPCA, where he has since been nursed back to full health.</p> <p>He’s also been given a doggy haircut and looks much more comfortable, as you can see below:</p> <p><img width="500" height="375" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/13105/pudding-two_500x375.jpg" alt="Pudding Two" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"/></p> <p>RSCPA inspector Sarah Morris said, “His nails were overgrown and he was covered in fleas. He must have been terrified, hungry and so uncomfortable, just left out in the dark, wind and rain.”</p> <p>Fortunately, things look as though they’re on the up for Pudding. But, this remains a cautionary tale about what happens when pet owners neglect their responsibilities. </p> <p><em>Image credit: Facebook / RSPCA (England &amp; Wales)</em></p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="/news/news/2015/12/how-to-become-happier-with-age/"><strong>How you can become happier with age</strong></a></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="/news/news/2015/12/why-coffee-can-be-good-for-you/"><strong>Why giving up coffee could do you more harm than good</strong></a></em></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><em><a href="/news/news/2015/12/spot-the-cat-hidden-in-this-picture/"><strong>Can you spot the cat hidden in this picture?</strong></a></em></span></p>

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