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Mike Tindall’s 300k profit


Mike Tindall made a profit of almost £300,000 in the past year.
The former rugby star - who is married to Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter Zara Phillips - raked in the large amount through his company Kimble Trading.
This is a huge increase from the previous year when the company took in just £11,581, according to the Daily Mail newspaper.
Mike previously admitted he gets annoyed when people think he and his wife get "handed things on a plate" and live off tax payer's money.
He said: "It is important you go out and earn your own money. It annoys me when people think we get handed things on a plate, because we don't.
"It's difficult because I want the perception to be that I go out and work - because I do. I like going out and doing the punditry, all the research it requires, but it's hard when people assume things that aren't true."
The 36-year-old retired sportsman also feels "very fortunate" he has been able to work after his retirement and said he would like to get into hosting rugby or sport TV shows eventually.
Mike - who has 20-month-old daughter Mia with Zara - said: "I hate the word 'celebrity'. I just feel very fortunate to have been involved with a very good team, and one which opened other doors once I had retired.
"There aren't many of us around who did what we did, and hopefully that makes me employable for a bit longer."

Duchess Catherine not a fan of video games


Duchess Catherine is terrible at video games.
The royal and her husband, Prince William, visited Abertay University in Dundee, Scotland last week, where they met the winners of a UK-wide BAFTA game design competition, but William revealed that his wife isn't interested in video games.
When Catherine tried her hand at one of the games, she admitted: "I have a lot to learn," while William added: "I can't educate her, she's not interested."
Attendee Camylle Tuliao, told PEOPLE: "They were good for first timers. The Duchess needed a little bit of help."
However, there was one game Catherine enjoyed, a gentle game called 'Strawberry Thief', Strawberry Thief" in which insects gather berries.
Designer Sophia George explained: "Prince William said he could see how calm it was and that Kate would like it. So that's definitely made my day."
The royal couple - who have children George and Charlotte together - had a busy day in Scotland.
They attended events for the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival and also stopped by Dundee's Repertory Theatre.

Duchess Catherine ‘terrified’ of motorbikes


Duchess Catherine is terrified of Prince William's motorbike.
The royal is a keen biker and has his own Ducati but Catherine admitted she is not a fan and will do her best to make sure their two-year-old son George doesn't share his father's interest in motorcycles.
When asked about her husband's bike, Catherine said: "He's still riding it. It always fills me with horror when he goes out on it. I'm terrified. Hopefully, I'm going to keep [2-year-old Prince George] off it."
However, when William attended Motorcycle Live at NEC Arena two years ago, he was presented with a toy motorbike for their son.
Meanwhile, William's father Prince Charles previously expressed his concern about William and his brother Prince Harry riding motorcycles.
He said: "I always worry about them. It's about other cars not being able to see you. I'm always telling my sons that."
William has previously owned a selection of bikes, including a Yamaha XT600 and a Honda Blackbird.
He is said to love riding around on his motorcycle as he never gets recognised.

Cressida Bonas to make TV acting debut


Prince Harry's ex Cressida Bonas will make her TV debut in 'Doctor Thorne'.
The 26-year-old actress is set to star in 'Doctor Thorne' as Patience Oriel and will be working with 'Downton Abbey' creator Julian Fellowes, who is adapting the novel into a series.
ITV's Director of Drama Steve November said of the project: "We're delighted to be working with Julian once again on the drama 'Doctor Thorne'."
"It's a rich and multi-layered story of class and social standing and a timeless love story which Julian has brought to life brilliantly with his inimitable wit and warmth."
Cressida was spotted on set over the weekend.
The blonde beauty dated Prince Harry for two years before splitting in 2014 but there were reports last month that they had rekindled their romance.
However, she has reportedly told Harry she is not ready to get married and wants to focus on her career right now.
A source previously told Grazia: "Cressida has her acting career to think of, so dating a prince can be a double-edged sword. She's told him that if they get back together officially, there will be no talk of marriage.
"But Cressida hasn't managed to get Harry out of her system. She's missed him and now they are apparently involved again.
"There are still feelings on both sides and Cressida can't seem to get over him."

Prince Harry to present Rugby World Cup?


Prince Harry is set to present the Rugby World Cup to the winning team on Saturday (31.10.15).
The royal - who is honourary president of England Rugby 2015 and vice patron of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) - is expected to present the William Webb Ellis trophy to the victorious captain after the final between New Zealand and Australia, the Daily Telegraph reports.
Although Harry's grandmother Queen Elizabeth is patron of the RFU, she is believed to want her grandson to make the presentation.
Prince Harry previously spoke of his pride at having England host the Rugby World Cup.
The 31-year-old royal and his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, welcomed 400 guests to Buckingham Palace recently to mark England's staging of the prestigious tournament.
Harry said in a speech: "Although only half way through, we have witness some truly memorable moments, and one or two upsets!
"Each nation has played with a level of commitment that has made this such an exciting and unpredictable tournament, engaging new fans like never before.
"It has also grown into the largest tournament to date.
"We have seen capacity crowds and new Rugby World Cup attendance records."
Expressing his disappointment at England getting knocked out of the competition by Australia, he added: "England may no longer be represented on the pitch, but as a nation we are incredibly proud to be hosting such a successful tournament."

Britain’s Princess Eugenie opens university campus


Britain's Princess Eugenie has officially opened Newcastle University's London campus.
The 25-year-old royal - who is an English and History of Art graduate from the education establishment - was on hand to unveil a sculpture made by one of the university's alumni in honour of the new facilities.
Professor Amanda Broderick, chief executive officer at Newcastle University London, said: "Home to extraordinary interactions, intellectual breakthroughs and exhilarating career pathways, Newcastle University London provides students and staff with increased links to national and international businesses in one of the world's most important financial centres.
"We are working hand-in-hand with businesses in the Capital and globally to develop graduates with the enviable skills and knowledge that top employers demand. Supporting the progression of students into leading positions across a variety of global industries and sectors is at the heart of what we do.
"With a unique professions-facing mission, the state-of-the-art facilities, technology and cutting edge knowledge eco-system of the London campus brings the best of Newcastle University to the capital."
The new campus is one of four worldwide - including study centres in Malaysia and Singapore.
Of their new home in England's capital, Professor Chris Brink, the vice-chancellor of Newcastle University, added: "Having a base in one of the most popular cities in the world complements Newcastle University's reputation for academic excellence. This exciting new development reinforces our international profile, and will deliver top-quality opportunities with an international focus."

Britain’s Prince Harry attends service to honour troops


Britain's Prince Harry attended a service to mark the 75th anniversary of the armed forces' explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) units.
The 31-year-old royal spoke with injured servicemen as he made an appearance at the event, which honoured bomb disposal experts killed in action.
Sapper Clive Smith, who lost his legs whilst on active service, spoke to His Royal Highness, and insisted the Prince is incredibly "approachable".
He told the Daily Mail newspaper: "He is always very approachable and interested in what you have to say.
"The service was quite emotional. It brings back memories of events you would rather forget but it was a very good service."
During the service, Ian Kirkpatrick - whose son Corporal Jamie Kirkpatrick was killed in Afghanistan - made an emotional speech to the 1,500-strong congregation that piled into St. Paul's Cathedral in London, England.
He shared: "It is extremely difficult to put into words what Jamie's loss has meant to us, his family and his many friends. We recall many family celebrations and events that would, under normal circumstances, be a source of happiness, but which are now inevitably a source of sadness too.
"We continue to reflect on all the ongoing events that he is now not around to witness and therefore seem somehow incomplete."

Britain’s Prince Harry to launch Invictus Games in US


Britain's Prince Harry will launch the Invictus Games in the United States next week.
The 31-year-old royal will be joined by the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, and the Vice President of the United States' wife Jill Biden, as he promotes the Paralympic-style event for wounded soldiers, set to take place in Orlando, Florida in May 2016.
During his visit to the United States, His Royal Highness and the party will meet with troops and their families at the USO Warrior and Family Centre, which provides support for those injured or wounded as a result of their active service.
The group will also be shown a short adaptive sports event, similar to that of the Invictus Games, before they each make a short speech. Prince Harry will then attend a reception and board meeting, which will take place at the British Ambassador's Residence in Washington DC.
The prince held a successful sporting event for wounded soldiers in London last year and is looking forward to next year's competition.
He said at the time: "As I've continued to work with wounded servicemen and women, I regularly see the power of the soldiers' stories to inspire others.
"For every competitor last September, there are hundreds of others around the world who would benefit from having the same opportunity.
"I wanted other cities and countries to look at the competition - what it meant to those taking part and those who saw it - and take up the challenge for the next Invictus Games."

Britain’s Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to visit Dundee


Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are to make their first official visit to Dundee today (23.10.15).
The royals are set to tour the Scottish city to promote positive mental health for young people.
A spokesman for Kensington Palace said: "The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to be visiting Dundee on Friday. Their Royal Highnesses, who first met while at the nearby University of St Andrews, are very much looking forward to returning to the region and having the opportunity to meet people from the city.
"They will visit a number of different organisations throughout the day, some of which will be more viewable to the public than others. If people would like to see their Royal Highnesses on Friday, we would suggest their visit to the Rep Theatre in the middle of the morning, or their visit to the Royal Research Ship Discovery early in the afternoon, would offer the best opportunities."
Whilst in the city, the pair will take part in an anti-bullying workshop and visit the Dundee Rep theatre followed by the RRS Discovery, the ship kept at the city's waterfront.
Their final stop will be at the city's Abertay University, where they will help celebrate the successes of a game design competition organised by BAFTA exclusively for young people.
A spokesperson continued: "The mental wellbeing of young people is a major priority and they are delighted to be visiting Dundee and very much looking forward to the day."

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