Royal news 5-6 May: Princess of Wales steps out for meaningful visit after surprise overseas trip announcement, more

Prince Harry has been spotted out in LA, having lunch with friends. 

The Duke of Sussex, 41, dined at Nobu on Monday, a hotspot beloved by celebrities. 

It comes just days after King Charles concluded his State Visit to the US - though he did not meet his son. 

The full report is here. 

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Princess Anne has stepped out to mark the third anniversary of the coronation of her brother, King Charles, and Queen Camilla. 

She attended the 41 Gun Royal Salute in Hyde Park. At 12 noon, The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will fire a Royal Salute in central London, followed by The Honourable Artillery Company at 1pm. 

Both regiments also took part in the Coronation Day salutes in 2023, firing at the exact moment the Crown was placed on The King's head at Westminster Abbey. 

This year, the Princess Royal will carry out an inspection of The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery regiment following their salute at Hyde Park. 

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We've just got news of a new engagement for Prince William next week. 

On Monday, 11 May, the Prince of Wales will officially open James' Place in Birmingham, highlighting the support the charity's newest centre provides for men's mental health. 

William has previously opened the charity's centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. He has spoken openly about mental health, including on BBC Radio 1 earlier this year. 

HELLO! will be covering the visit and providing live updates, bringing them to you as soon as we get them. 

Lady Amelia Spencer looks just like a bride again in the silkiest slip dress!

Princess Diana's niece, 33, shared a stunning slew of pictures from her recent romantic getaway to Paris. 

The model is married to lifestyle coach Greg Mallett. 

You can see the full details of her look, here. 

We've got our first pictures of the Princess of Wales, who has arrived at the University of East London for an engagement with The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood. 

Doesn't she look stunning!

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The Princess is launching the "Foundations for Life: A Guide to Social and Emotional Development" today. 

The outing also comes after news that Kate is to undertake her first trip abroad in three and a half years. 

Next week, she will embark on a solo trip to Italy - her first since her cancer diagnosis. 

You can watch her arrival, below. 

The outing comes as Kate launches a new resource for those working with babies, young children and their families. 

Foundations for Life: A Guide to Social and Emotional Development is designed to strengthen understanding across the early years system of why social and emotional development matters so profoundly, and how these skills begin to take shape from the very earliest months of life.

In the foreword to the Guide, The Princess writes: "While our society often focuses on academic or physical milestones, research consistently shows that it is our earliest relationships, experiences and environments which lay the foundations for our future health and happiness. 

"The quality of our connections – with ourselves, with others and with the world around us – shapes how safe we feel, how we relate, and how we process experiences throughout our lives."

The 109-page Foundations for Life social and emotional development resource is aimed at both practitioners and volunteers.

In the coming months, the centre will work with early years leaders to embed the understanding into entry-level training and ongoing professional development.

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We've got a full-length picture of Kate's outfit now!

The Princess has opted for a camel coloured trouser-suit this afternoon - a perfectly smart casual look. 

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The Princess has met families with babies and young children to discuss the importance of the early years. 

She is also meeting students on early years courses today, to hear how social and emotional development is taught. 

It's easy to see why Kate is often nicknamed "the children's princess"! Her love for the Early Years clearly shines through in these photos. 

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Speaking of Kate, does anyone remember her gorgeous pink gingham blouse from 2022?

There's nothing better than a throwback fashion moment! Gingham is very on trend right now, so it's come back in stock at just the right time. 

At the time, we were treated to a super sweet behind-the-scenes video from the royals, featuring Kate and her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in a baking session ahead of the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee. 

See the details here. 

I'm signing off now, but we've got a lot more to come. 

The Princess of Wales is continuing her outing in London, it's the first garden party of the year, and Prince Archie is celebrating his seventh birthday. 

Our fantastic writer, Lucy Norris, will be taking things from here! 

Zara Tindall's attendance at the Magic Millions equestrian carnival calls for a solid summer wardrobe, and her sundress from 2017 is certainly a piece that has stood the test of time. 

We're taking a look back at her fashion for some inspiration for this year's event. Read more here.

King Frederik of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark were on board the Chalup at Nordre Toldbod as they officially boarded The Royal Ship Dannebrog in Copenhagen, Denmark. 

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Princess Beatrice's old university, Goldsmiths in London, is one of the many institutions up and down the country that's facing a financial crisis, and this has led to an extreme proposal of £20 million staff cuts. Read more details here.

Prince William's 'hearty' lunch choice was revealed when he visited Yorkshire on Monday to meet with farmers before popping into the Farmers' Arms pub for lunch in Swaledale. 

According to a post by the pub on Facebook, the future King enjoyed a delicious spread, including chicken and ham pie, chips, mushy peas and gravy – all of which gained the "royal seal of approval". 

Princess Eugenie has been pictured for the first time with her adorable baby bump after revealing her pregnancy news.

King Charles has experimented with rugged beards over the years. See a photo that has royal fans talking from 50 years ago, where the King looks so different - here. 

King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla have arrived at Buckingham Palace for a royal garden party, with Princess Anne and Prince Edward. 

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Duchess Sophie 'refreshed' her hardworking Emilia Wickstead dress - but this time, with nude Jimmy Choos. 

Prince Edward's wife looked stunning in a fabulous navy-toned outfit at the Royal Society of Portrait Painters' annual exhibition - see her outfit here.

During Princess Kate's visit to the University of East London’s Institute for the Science of Early Years and Youth, she stopped to speak with children and their parents. 

She was launching a "pivotal" new stage in her public work, helping the youngest in society with the engagement near Stratford, East London. Her Centre for Early Childhood, which she founded in 2021, also shared a new online resource for everyone working with babies, young children and their families.

In the foreword for Foundations for Life: A Guide to Social and Emotional Developments, she wrote: "In a world which feels increasingly distracted, fragmented and digital…it is more important than ever to invest in what truly helps us to thrive: human connection." 

That's all from me, but Beatriz Colon will be keeping you up to date with all things royal as the evening unfolds - stay tuned! 

King Charles is showing no signs of slowing down! Just days after he returned from a state visit to the United States and Bermuda, the monarch is hosting the first garden party of the year at Buckingham Palace, and it coincided with the anniversary of his coronation.

The King, who was looking incredibly suave in a black suit, was joined by his wife, Queen Camilla, and two of his younger siblings, Princess Anne and Prince Edward. The Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were also among the royals in attendance.

See all of the photos below.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been happily settled in Montecito since 2020, after leaving their life in the UK behind. 

Their hometown is popular with Hollywood stars like Jennifer Aniston and Oprah Winfrey, and the mansions on the block are full of star quality. 

Recently, there's been an impressive sale in the area... check out here just how much a home goes for there.

That's all we have for you today, folks! Be sure to check out tomorrow's live blog early in the morning for more ongoing royal coverage from us at Best Quality Designer Handbag

Cheers!