GB News' Royal Correspondent Cameron Walker has provided his exclusive insight into the Princess of Wales's new blonde look, the death of the Duchess of Kent and King Charles's discussion of cancer in Birmingham.
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Kate's new hairdo caught in biblical rainfall
It was the official public debut of The Princess of Wales' new lighter hairstyle, which shone in the sun to the delight of tourists queuing to enter the Natural History Museum on Thursday, where Catherine was visiting as its patron.
Alongside Prince William, the royal couple toured the newly transformed gardens - designed to create more habitats for urban wildlife.
Both The Prince and Princess take a keen interest in the natural world, and particularly want to inspire the next generation to share their passion.
On that theme, they joined a pond dipping session with some primary school children from south London, but the heavens opened, drenching everyone present (including myself), and forcing a hasty retreat inside.
In the museum's education centre, Prince William and Catherine helped teach the soggy six-year-olds about different insects.
They also joined secondary school children from Manchester, to hear how they are creating habitats for wildlife on their school grounds.
It was hardly surprising that the royal couple chose a nature-themed engagement for their first joint public appearance after their children's long summer holidays.
Prince William's Earthshot Prize supports new solutions to tackle environmental problems, and I understand he spends lots of time behind the scenes making sure the solutions can be scaled up at speed to have a global impact.
The Princess, meanwhile, talks often about the healing power of nature following her cancer battle - she releases quarterly Mother Nature videos on Kensington Palace's social media channels.
It is expected to be a busy autumn term for the future King and Queen.
In less than two weeks, they will help welcome President Trump for his State Visit to the UK.
Princess Kate showed off her new blonde locks on Thursday but was quickly interrupted by torrential rain
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Buckingham Palace announces the death of HRH The Duchess of Kent
Buckingham Palace has announced the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent.
In a statement the palace said: "It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent. Her Royal Highness passed away peacefully last night at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family."
"The King and Queen and all Members of The Royal Family join The Duke of Kent, his children and grandchildren in mourning their loss and remembering fondly The Duchess’s life-long devotion to all the organisations with which she was associated, her passion for music and her empathy for young people."
Royal mourning has now begun, following approval from The King, and will continue until after The Duchess' funeral.
This means members of the Royal Family and staff will wear clothing which "pays appropriate tribute" during this period.
Those in Livery, the Royal Mews and Troops on Public Duties will wear black armbands.
Flags are flying at half mast above all royal residences, and two royal footmen fastened the official statement to the railings of Buckingham Palace on Friday afternoon.
Some royal engagements are expected to be affected, but details have not yet been announced.
The King and Queen were at Balmoral on Thursday night when they were informed of The Duchess' passing.
At 92, the oldest member of the Royal Family was understood to have been unwell for some time.
Her coffin will be at rest at Kensington Palace for those close to her to pay their respects privately.
The King and Queen last saw The Duchess at a privately family event.
She was last seen in public during her husband's 89th birthday celebrations in October 2024.
The Duchess of Kent has died aged 92
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King discusses cancer in Birmingham
On Wednesday, the King joked about getting old when he met patients at a new hospital in the West Midlands.
The Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick has 736 beds, and His Majesty was greeted by cheering crowds.
He met 85-year-old patient Jacqueline Page, from Great Barr, who told King Charles she was "wearing out."
The King said: “I know, this is the terrible thing, as I am discovering already. The bits don’t work so well when you get past 70.”
His Majesty also spent time with Matthew Shinda, 73, who is receiving treatment for prostate cancer.
He told Charles: “it is nice to see you are recovering well”, to which the King replied: “I am not too bad.”
The King is continuing a weekly cycle of cancer treatment, but appears to be continuing a full programme of public engagements.
The King shared a candid conversation about ageing and his cancer battle while in Birmingham
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