MEGHAN Markle has been slammed for taking a "punch at the Royal Family" during the first episode of her new podcast, Archetypes.
Royal expert Angela Levin has taken aim at Meghan Markle for her veiled comments about the Firm during a conversation with tennis icon Serena Williams.
Speaking on the podcast, the Duchess suggested joining the Royal Family made her uncomfortable with her own ambition.
She told listeners: "Apparently ambition is a terrible, terrible thing. For a woman that is, according to some. So since I felt the negativity behind it, It's really hard to unfeel it."
In response to these comments, Levin said: "She would still be a D-list celebrity if she had not married a prince.
"She thought it was normal to be ambitious and only when she started dating Prince Harry did she realise that it was not welcomed.
"My goodness, that is a smack at Harry and a punch to the Royal Family. Harry told her about life in the Royal Family, but she obviously did not want to listen."
She concluded: "The Royal Family is about ambition in sense of duty and giving. It is not about getting to the top."
Meghan's new podcast was developed by Spotify after the streaming giant agreed an £18million deal with the Duchess.
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Prince Harry should 'postpone' bombshell memoir, expert claims
Prince Harry's tell-all memoir was set to release this year, but the Duke is reportedly delaying over which "truth bombs" he should include about the Royal Family.
Now, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams has called on the Prince to delay the book indefinitely.
He said: "Harry’s memoir will be delayed. About time!
"This was never a good idea, especially not in the Platinum Jubilee Year and with the rift in the Royal Family.
"Indefinite postponement is the best idea!"
- Henry Moore
Inside Kate Middleton's stunning engagement ring
Kate’s ring is arguably the most iconic in the royal family, having previously belonged to Princess Diana.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge announced their engagement in 2010, with Prince William proposing with his mother’s ring in Kenya.
Estimated to be worth around £300,000, the 18 carat white gold band features a 12 carat oval blue sapphire, surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds.
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Meet Harry and Meghan's beloved pets
This week, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex adopted an adorable beagle named Mamma Mia.
But this isn't the only lovable pup in the Sussexes' household.
Before the royal couple met, Meghan had two dogs, one named Guy and one named Bogart.
When the Duchess moved to England, only Guy could accompany her, as Bogart was deemed too old to fly.
Since moving to California the couple has been joined by Pula, a black labrador, and now Mamma Mia the 7-year-old beagle.
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What is the Duke of Gloucester's duties in the Royal Family?
Prince Richard is a full-time working member of the Royal Family.
He attends national and international events in support of The Queen and her duties as Head of State.
He also undertakes extensive public duties and engagements every year reflecting his own interests and charities.
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How old was Prince Harry when Princess Diana died?
Princess Diana was laid to rest on September 6, 1997, exactly a week after her horror car crash in Paris.
Prince Harry was just 12 at the time, with his older brother William being 15.
The brothers infamously walked behind Diana's coffin as it was taken to Westminster Abbey.
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Prince Harry would try to 'feel less' following his mother's passing
Next week will mark the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana's death and Brits everywhere are thinking about the late royal.
Prince Harry has previously opened up about how he coped with his mother's death at such a young age.
The Duke admitted: "I was willing to drink, I was willing to take drugs, I was willing to try and do the things that made me feel less like I was feeling.
"But I slowly became aware that, okay, I wasn't drinking Monday to Friday, but I would probably drink a week's worth in one day on a Friday or a Saturday night.
"And I would find myself drinking, not because I was enjoying it but because I was trying to mask something."
- Henry Moore
New documentary set to dive into Harry's feud with Willaim
In a documentary set to air on the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, Prince Harry's crumbling relationship with his brother will be examined.
Red Line: William and Harry, the enemy brothers will take aim at Meghan Markle as the primary reason for the brother's feud.
The hard-hitting doc will also look at the bullying allegations directed at Meghan.
Valentine Low, The Times Royal correspondent, says in the documentary: "There was a person who was so terrified by a conversation she was about to have with Meghan that she said, “I feel sick”. Some of these young women have been broken."
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Prince Harry 'slammed the phone down' during heated row with Willaim over Meghan Markle
The Duke of Sussex allegedly slammed the phone down during a heated argument with his brother over allegations made against Meghan, a new documentary will reveal.
The details of this explosive row will be revealed in "Red Line: William and Harry, the enemy brothers,” a French documentary set to release soon.
Harry reportedly ignored William's worries regarding reports of Meghan bullying one of her aids.
In the programme, Pierrick Geais, a Royal author who has written a book about the Duke of Cambridge, exposes the alleged argument over Meghan Markle.
He says: "William, who already didn’t like his sister-in-law very much, became furious. He called Harry directly, and Harry slammed the phone down.
"Harry didn’t want to know anything, and so William jumped in a car towards Kensington Palace, where he was going to confront Prince Harry."
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Royal fans are currently awaiting the release of Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, and the couple’s Netflix documentary.
Stay tuned here for updates everyday!
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Prince William gives royal fans a look at his approach to dating
Prince William and Kate Middleton have been happily married for 11 years, but before their fairytale romance, the future king opened up about his dating life.
Speaking on his 21st birthday, William said: “If I fancy a girl and I really like her and she fancies me back, which is rare, I ask her out.”
He added: “But, at the same time, I don’t want to put them in an awkward situation because a lot of people don’t quite understand what comes with knowing me.”
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Meghan 'means well' with new podcast, claims Prince Harry's polo pal
A polo teammate of Prince Harry has come to Meghan Markle's defence after she was criticised for her new podcast "Archetypes."
Nacho Figueras, who plays polo with the Duke, has said Meghan is "working hard" to tackle important social problems.
"She's also working very hard on her podcast that I want to congratulate her on," he said.
When asked if he enjoyed the new pod, Figueras said: "I do. I think that she means well, she really wants to empower women and attack certain subjects that I think are important.
"So I wish her the best and I know that she cares about making the world a better place."
- Henry Moore
Prince Harry beams after polo victory
Prince Harry came out on top in a charity polo tournament that saw him bag a hattrick.
Commentators called him a "superstar" player for his performance yesterday in Colorado, US.
The polo tournament takes place every year and aims to raise money for children suffering from Aids or poverty in Lesotho and Botswana.
All proceeds go toward Harry's own charity, Sentebale.
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When and how did Princess Diana die?
Brits are preparing for the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana's passing, but when and how did the adored royal die?
Princess Diana, also known as Diana Frances Spencer – died on August 31, 1997, after suffering fatal injuries in a car crash in the Pont de l'Alma road tunnel in Paris.
The tunnel is located in the heart of the French capital next to the River Seine.
Her companion Dodi Fayed and driver and security guard Henri Paul were also killed in the crash.
Diana's bodyguard Trevor Rees-Jones was severely injured, but survived the crash.
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Exclusive: Inside Her Majesty's secret plan to appoint new PM at Balmoral
In a historic decision, The Queen is set to appoint the new PM at her beloved Balmoral as she continues to struggle with "mobility" issues.
The new Prime Minister will make the 1,000-mile round trip to see the Queen at Balmoral for a historic ceremony to seal the transition of power.
Her Majesty, who has been suffering mobility problems, is no longer expected to interrupt her holiday when Tory voters elect Boris Johnson’s replacement for No10.
A source said: “The Queen has now been advised not to travel.
“But obviously no one tells the Queen what to do and ultimately it is her decision, and as we saw when she made a third appearance on the Buckingham Palace balcony at the Jubilee she likes surprises.
“There are some parts of her role that Prince Charles can do on her behalf but the Queen is adamant that she appoints the Prime Minister.
“It may not be the best choice to make the Queen travel 1,000 miles there and back for a 48-hour visit when the Prime Ministers can easily get to Balmoral instead.”
- Henry Moore
Positive start as Archetypes debuts at number 2
The first episode of the new podcast was released on Tuesday and has since ranked number 2 in the UK and US Spotify charts.
Being outranked only by The Joe Rogan Experience, this will be seen as a major success for the podcast.
During the first episode, the Duchess chats with tennis icon Serena Williams, while discussing what it means to be an ambitious woman.
- Joseph Gamp
Commentators clash over new Meghan podcast
Piers Morgan and Dr Shola argued over Meghan Marke’s new podcast.
The Dr claimed Morgan’s latest anti-Meghan comments were “unhinged.”
This came in response to a tweet Morgan put out to his massive fanbase regarding Meghan saying she felt attacked for being an ambitious woman.
Piers said: “It’s not your ambition we dislike, Princess Pinocchio – it’s the vile way you trash the Royal Family whilst simultaneously exploiting your royal status for millions of dollars as with this podcast.”
- Joseph Gamp
Incredible story of how Meghan Markle fell in love with her first dog
Meghan recalled the moment she met her first ever dog, Bogart, in the now defunct Tig blog archives.
The year was 2012, and Meghan was looking for a pooch companion for when she was filming in Toronto.
She was at SPOT Rescue in West Hollywood with Ellen DeGeneres, when a little puppy was plopped into her lap.
Ellen immediately told Meghan “take him home.”
In the blog post, remarkably, Meghan describes her affinity with rescue dogs.
She wrote: “I didn’t need to go to an organization that specialized in specific breeds for adoption because I wasn’t in the market for a pure bred dog.
“My rationale: I’m a mutt, and I turned out just fine.”
Bogart was dumped in an alley way with is brother, when he was just five weeks old, Meghan said this amazing pup “changed my life. Everyday he teaches me patience, boundaries, and how to share the bed.”
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Kate's sapphire engagement ring
Kate’s ring is arguably the most iconic in the royal family, having previously belonged to Princess Diana.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge announced their engagement in 2010, with Prince William proposing with his mother’s ring in Kenya.
Estimated to be worth around £300,000, the 18 carat white gold band features a 12 carat oval blue sapphire, surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds.
- Louis Allwood
Diana's wish for her jewellery
Before her death, Diana wrote a “letter of wishes”, which explained what she would like to happen to her glittering collection in the future.
It stated: “I would like you to allocate all my jewellery to the share to be held by my sons, so that their wives may, in due course, have it or use it.
“I leave the exact division of the jewellery to your discretion."
- Louis Allwood
Stick with The Sun for the latest live Royal updates
Check for new updates on the royal family and her Majesty the Queen here at The Sun.
Royal fans are currently awaiting the release of Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir, and the couple’s Netflix documentary.
Stay tuned here for updates everyday!
- Louis Allwood
Palace 'worried' about podcast
Omid Scobie, has claimed the Firm is fearful of what Meghan Markle may share on her new podcast.
The first episode of the show, named Archetypes, touched on a series of issues, including society's response to ambitious women.
But according to Scobie, the Palace is waiting with bated breath to hear what she may say about the Royal Family.
In his latest column for Yahoo Omid wrote: "I’m told Buckingham Palace aides were most definitely not keeping calm, nor carrying on after the show’s premiere on Tuesday, worried about what else might be shared over the next 12 weeks."
He said one aide has since attempted to cast doubt on Meghan's version of events while another has claimed it's "unfair" of the mum-of-two to speak when the Royal Household cannot respond.
But he argued: "this is the reality the royal institution helped create".
He said: "Uncensored and unbothered, Meghan, like Harry, has managed to create a healthier and happier existence since being shown the door after the couple’s half in, half out proposal was rejected.
"The two are now free to show their battle scars as and when they see fit."
- Louis Allwood
Meghan's new podcast debuts at number 2
The first episode of the new podcast was released on Tuesday and has since ranked number 2 in the UK and US Spotify charts.
Being outranked only by The Joe Rogan Experience, this will be seen as a major success for the podcast.
During the first episode, the Duchess chats with tennis icon Serena Williams, while discussing what it means to be an ambitious woman.
- Louis Allwood
'Nothing ever enough for her'
Within Meghan's first episode of her new podcast she referred to the home of the High Commissioner as a “housing unit”, angering one royal expert.
Angela Levin Tweeted: "In her podcast Meghan called the High Commissioner's mansion in South Africa where she H and A were staying a 'housing unit'.
"Similar to when she dismissed her £32m wedding telling Oprah it was for the public as she wanted something 'authentic.'
"Nothing ever enough for her."
- Louis Allwood
'I think the Royal Family can see that nothing would ever give Meghan satisfaction'
Royal expert Angela Levin has given her opinion on what the royal family will be thinking after the release of Meghan Markles podcast.
Angela said: "I think the Royal Family can see that nothing would ever give Meghan satisfaction because she always wants more, more, more.
"We’ve all had enough of “poor Meghan”, particularly at this time when so many people are trying to make ends meet and are worried about the future and how they’re going to manage.
"And there she is, with oodles of money, complaining about everything. It’s so insensitive.
"The next podcast is going to be with another multi-millionaire, Mariah Carey, so you get the gist."
- Louis Allwood
Royal guarantees for a good night’s sleep
The royals lead active and busy lives so it’s no wonder some of them have found ways to ensure a good sleep.
Meghan Markle spoke on her blog, The Tig, about waking up early and starting her day with yoga. Waking up at 4:15 am, Meghan explained: “The morning, as we all know, is that vital time that sets the tone for our day ahead.
“There are so many benefits that come with the practice of yoga – increased flexibility and strength, greater happiness, increased mental focus, a greater ability to relax, decreased anxiety and better sleep.”
Kate Middleton‘s routine is less about the morning and more about making sure she and her family eat on time. She stays active during the day and makes sure she sleeps at 10:30pm every day to maintain a good routine.
The monarch, however, puts emphasis on alone time. Rather than dine with others, the Queen reportedly prefers to eat alone as a means to go over her day wind down.
She apparently also winds down her day with a cup of Earl Grey.
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