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The Sussexes ....again

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CanadianGran Thu 15-Feb-24 17:52:31

Yesterday on our local BC news, both television and print, had the titles

"Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Whistler for Invictus Games Training".

I was curious why they used that headline, rather than using their official titles. Then I questioned their actual titles and how they should be addressed. I googled it, but admit I'm still a bit confused. He is a prince by birth, but not using the title now, so should be addressed as a Duke?

Should the headline have read 'The Duke and Duchess of Sussex..." instead? Even CBC which is funded by government much like your BBC used "Prince Harry and Meghan..." which I thought was odd.

I wonder about the media's reasons for using such casual titles, and even using Meghan's maiden name when they've been married for 8 years.

Sarnia Fri 16-Feb-24 09:56:32

Cossy

Sounds a bit rude (of me), but I’m really just not interested and they’ll do what they do and it doesn’t affect me one jot!

Same here. Bed made, lie on it!

Grantanow Fri 16-Feb-24 09:51:12

Boring.

Anniebach Fri 16-Feb-24 09:43:04

Yes news was positive then ,much changed since

Mollygo Fri 16-Feb-24 09:36:43

Callistemon21

He needs to talk about the Games, the competitors and their courage after adversity, not himself.
Yes
When he was involved in the set up of Invictus, and the impact on the participants, news was positive.

Callistemon21 Fri 16-Feb-24 09:32:54

merlotgran

I read that he’s going to be talking about his life with Meghan.

Yawn!

He needs to talk about the Games, the competitors and their courage after adversity, not himself.

merlotgran Fri 16-Feb-24 09:23:26

I read that he’s going to be talking about his life with Meghan.

Yawn!

Mollygo Fri 16-Feb-24 09:21:18

There are so many posters posting negatively about posters who they do not know, who post negatively about H&M who they equally do not know.
It’s like a chain reaction.

Anniebach Fri 16-Feb-24 09:20:42

I really don’t think he will

Smileless2012 Fri 16-Feb-24 09:13:14

I hope he doesn't lemsip.

Parsley3 Fri 16-Feb-24 09:11:41

The Invictus games is a good thing. As for surnames, the press are still using Markle and Middleton on a regular basis.

Joseann Fri 16-Feb-24 09:08:11

Luckygirl3

I find it sad that there are those who enjoy ripping Harry and Meghan apart. Please transfer your hate to Putin or someone more deserving .........

To make it clear, not me, but I find the whole issue sort of err ....... interesting? Always liked the people aspect stuff.

Joseann Fri 16-Feb-24 09:05:21

You have to laugh, that some posters put up all this ridiculous information they find on H & M, about which I initially know nothing, then they delight in saying I try to make up negative reasons about the couple! Seems a bit back to front to me! grin

Harry speaking about his father's cancer? I've no idea, except to say that if he does, I personally would consider that inappropriate.

Germanshepherdsmum Fri 16-Feb-24 09:02:58

I sincerely hope he doesn’t say anything more than we already know.

Luckygirl3 Fri 16-Feb-24 09:02:30

I find it sad that there are those who enjoy ripping Harry and Meghan apart. Please transfer your hate to Putin or someone more deserving .........

Anniebach Fri 16-Feb-24 08:57:13

Noooo

lemsip Fri 16-Feb-24 08:31:10

Prince Harry is set to appear on Good Morning America TODAY
The Duke of Sussex is expected to talk about King Charles' cancer diagnosis
The news comes after the Sussexes hit back at criticism of their family rebrand

Syracute Thu 15-Feb-24 23:40:02

Tenko

Cossy

Sounds a bit rude (of me), but I’m really just not interested and they’ll do what they do and it doesn’t affect me one jot!

It’s not rude, it’s your opinion which is the same as mine .

Yet you come here and comment…..so absolutely silly !

Casdon Thu 15-Feb-24 22:27:47

Glorianny

Joseann

Sparklefizz

What about Meghan’s coat of arms?

Talking of coats, I'm more interested why in sub zero temperatures, minus 4 I believe, Meghan was the only one walking about with her winter coat wide open? I guess she was advertising some designer's jumper and jeans!

Or maybe she wears good thermal underwear. They aren't wearing gloves either although everyone else is.
She doesn't look cold.

Perimenopausal? That was my first thought, as I was always boiling hot when I was.

Joseann Thu 15-Feb-24 22:13:09

Yes, copying her mother in law's style Glorianny. (joke)

Wearing Damart!

Glorianny Thu 15-Feb-24 21:45:54

Joseann

Sparklefizz

What about Meghan’s coat of arms?

Talking of coats, I'm more interested why in sub zero temperatures, minus 4 I believe, Meghan was the only one walking about with her winter coat wide open? I guess she was advertising some designer's jumper and jeans!

Or maybe she wears good thermal underwear. They aren't wearing gloves either although everyone else is.
She doesn't look cold.

Tenko Thu 15-Feb-24 21:45:38

Cossy

Sounds a bit rude (of me), but I’m really just not interested and they’ll do what they do and it doesn’t affect me one jot!

It’s not rude, it’s your opinion which is the same as mine .

25Avalon Thu 15-Feb-24 21:36:18

They still call the Princess of Wales Kate Middleton. Something the press does in case we forget who they are.

Iam64 Thu 15-Feb-24 19:33:34

Wrong thread Phillips., may be an idea to start a new thread on your question

Joseann Thu 15-Feb-24 19:33:12

Actually I've always said there are positive things about Meghan I quite like, Ilovecheese. The coat comment was a joke, after Sparklefizz mentioned Meghan's coat of arms!
But then, not everyone gets my sense of humour either! grin

Phillips Thu 15-Feb-24 19:31:53

Hi everyone
Does anyone else suffer with leg pain since starting taking Atorvastatin. My husband has been experiencing muscle pain in his thigh and below the knee. He has been seen by a GP who has prescribed NSAI s and mentioned wear and tear
One of the side effects is leg/ muscle pain cramp?? Just checking if it just DH