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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Ascot 2025: Royals feel the heat as they face 32C temperatures at Ladies' Day on hottest day of the year so far
New royal favourite Harriet Sperling joked with the King on the hottest day of the year so far as she joined the family at Royal Ascot for the second time this week. But Peter Phillips ' NHS nurse girlfriend of more than a year kept her cool, despite Britain seeing highs of 32.2C at Kew, under an hour away, yesterday. Even King Charles was seen adjusting his tie in the tropical conditions as other racegoers cooled down with magnums of champagne and old-fashioned fans. And the going was stifling for the horses, who were doused in buckets of water as forecasters warned of a four-day heatwave set to see Britain turn hotter than Hawaii – with 34C (93F) expected in the South and East this weekend. Ms Sperling – who was honoured to join the monarch's carriage procession on Ascot's opening day – shone in a £725 'Sienna' lemon yellow dress from society favourite Beulah and a matching hat to keep the sun off. And all eyes were on her as she chatted easily with His Majesty, who looked delighted to see his nephew's girlfriend again. It will add fuel to rumours that an engagement may be on the cards – not least because Peter and Harriet were seen holding hands and kissing in the Royal Box. Paediatric specialist Harriet, 45, who has a daughter by a previous relationship, apparently met Princess Anne's son at a sporting event attended by both their children. She lives in Gloucestershire, as does Peter, 47, who has two daughters by Canadian ex-wife Autumn. There was certainly a family feel to yesterday's racing, with the King inviting the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh – who were celebrating their 26th wedding anniversary – to join him in the royal carriage procession down from Windsor Castle, along with his sister, Princess Anne, her husband Vice-Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, niece Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edo Mapelli Mozzi, as well his other niece Zara Tindall and her husband, Mike. Queen Camilla looked coolly elegant in a silvery blue coat dress by Anna Valentine and matching hat by Philip Treacy, along with the Jardine Star diamond brooch. The Berkshire racecourse has been enjoying record figures this week, and the King's other guests in his carriage – the Marquess and Marchioness of Salisbury – were so impressed at the sight of the huge crowds, that the latter pulled her phone from her bag and started filming them as their landau thundered down the course to cheers. It was Ladies Day at the meet, which attracted a host of celebrities and punters dressed to the nines, including former model Jerry Hall, who attended with her son Gabriel Jagger and daughter-in-law Anouk Winzenried. But as the mercury soared to temperatures in excess of 32C –almost 90F – racegoers clad in their finery, including full morning suits for the men, began dropping like flies. At least one person was taken to hospital and more than 40 treated for heat-related illness. As the Hawaii-topping highs of 34C were predicted for tomorrow, in contrast, Honolulu, capital of the US Pacific Island state, is only forecast to reach 29C (84F), while Barbados should hit 32C (89F). Ha-Bea-ness: Princess Beatrice watched on excitedly from the royal box The last time Britain reached 34C in June was almost six years ago on June 29, 2019, at Northolt and Heathrow. The record for the month is 35.6C (96.1F) on June 29, 1957, at Camden Square, central London. As The UK Health Security Agency issued a four-day amber heat health alert from noon yesterday until 9am on Monday, even Newcastle-upon-Tyne is forecast to hit 31C (87.8F) tomorrow. The agency warns 'significant impacts are likely' across health and social care services because of high temperatures, including a rise in deaths – particularly among those aged 65 and over. An official heatwave is logged when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25-28C (77-82F) in different parts. Temperatures are set to fall back to the mid-20s by the start of next week.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Glam racegoers and celebs including Lucy Mecklenburg stun at Royal Ascot in incredible hats and jaw dropping dresses
Plus, why Princess Kate has skipped this year's event despite being down to attend AND THEY'RE OFF Glam racegoers and celebs including Lucy Mecklenburg stun at Royal Ascot in incredible hats and jaw dropping dresses Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DARING hats and show-stopping dresses have been the order of the day at Royal Ascot today as attendees raise the fashion stakes with their looks. The most prestigious racing event is back for day two, with royalty and A-listers alike dressed to the nines. 24 While Princess Kate has dropped out of Royal Ascot this year, her mum Carole Middleton and sister-in-law Alizee Thevenet are in attendance Credit: PA 24 The two women looked glamorous in pastel maxi dresses and matching hats at the Berkshire racecourse Credit: Simon Jones 24 Carole dazzled in a butter yellow lace dress Credit: Getty 24 Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall beamed as they arrived for their fun-filled day Credit: Getty 24 Made in Chelsea alumna Georgia Toffolo looked elegant in a cream maxi dress by CHATS by maxi dress Credit: Getty 24 Lucy Mecklenburgh looked characteristically chic in a black midi dress and matching fascinator Credit: i-Images 24 Ascot was a date day for Lucy and husband Ryan Thomas Credit: Goff 24 One guests ensured all eyes were on her in a bright pink dress with a huge feather-adorned hat Credit: Splash 24 Influencer Laura Anne-Barr, who runs the All That's Pretty Instagram page, looked elegant in a white Beulah dress Credit: Getty 24 Bold headpieces and striking sunglasses were all the rage for guests in the sun Credit: BackGrid 24 There was no missing this incredible pink fascinator which was covered in coloured balls Credit: PA 24 Charlotte Hawkins looked pretty in a floral dress that fell to her ankles Credit: Goff 24 This daring pink headpiece was sure to attract attention at the racecourse Credit: PA 24 Attendees beamed as they arrived for their racing day in the sun Credit: Simon Jones 24 This huge floral headpiece certainly stood out from the crowd Credit: Getty 24 Singer Natalie Rushdie looked elegant in a powder blue dress Credit: Getty 24 One guest looked pretty in pink, wearing a floaty gown and floral hat Credit: AP 24 This group of women also got the pink memo for the second day of racing Credit: PA 24 Stylish TV host Francesca Cumani proved top hats aren't just for the men at Royal Ascot Credit: Getty 24 One guest decided to go bold or go home with her fuchsia pink dress Credit: Getty 24 An elegant racegoer, wearing a Holland and Cooper dress, opted for a beige ensemble Credit: Getty 24 Forget plain headbands, these hats are the true show-stoppers of Ascot Credit: PA Champagne bottles have been popped in the sun by well-heeled guests who are dressed to impress. Many people have donned their fanciest maxi dresses for the racing extravaganza. It's no wonder people have dressed to the nines for the occasion, as each year the royal family flocks to Ascot to witness the action. It was announced, however, that the Princess of Wales has pulled out of Royal Ascot as she continues her cancer recovery. It is understood the Princess of Wales 'is disappointed' not to go but 'has to find the right balance' on returning to full time duty. Kate, 43, was previously listed by Royal Ascot as arriving in the carriage procession with Prince William - who is still attending. She attended Trooping the Colour and Order of the Garter in recent days plus a visit to V&A East Storehouse last week. While Kate has skipped Ascot, her mum Carole Middleton is in attendance, with daughter-in-law Alizée Thevenet, who is married to Kate's brother James. A number of celebrities have been seen at the Berkshire racecourse, including Made In Chelsea alum Georgia Toffolo, who was back for a second day. Today she wore a cream CHATS by maxi dress and a red Awon Golding Millinery hat. The best Ladies' Day headpieces The Royal Ascot dress code varies across different enclosures, with the Royal Enclosure asking guests to stick to top hats and tails for the men. Women must wear a dress or skirt falling just above the knee or longer, with shoulder straps a minimum width of 1 inch and hats are compulsory. The Queen Anne Enclosure offers a more relaxed dress code, while the Windsor Enclosure is the most relaxed, with no formal dress code but smart attire is encouraged. Royal Ascot was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne who, when riding out from Windsor Castle, came across a piece of land 'ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch' and thus Ascot Racecourse was born. 24 Lady Victoria Hervey also opted for a floral dress at the racecourse Credit: Getty 24 Guests appeared in high spirits as they arrived at Royal Ascot Credit: PA The first Royal Meeting took place at Ascot in 1768 and it is now Britain's most popular race meeting, welcoming in excess of 250,000 racegoers across five days. Each morning the gates open at 10.30am each day, ready for the anticipated first race which kicks off at 2.30pm. There are then seven races throughout the day, the last of which commencing at 6.10pm. And, of course, 2pm on each day of racing is the royal procession. As well as the racing, there's also lots of other things for the lucky guests to enjoy. It's predicted that the fine dining curated by 350 chefs will serve up 220,000 hand-crafted afternoon tea cakes, 7,300 Angus steaks and 3,000 kilos of salmon over the five days. What's more, the Royal Meeting will also serve 220,000 finger sandwiches and 10,000 punnets of mixed berries. In the Queen Anne Enclosure, guests are able to tuck into mouthwatering steaks at 1768 Grill by Argentinian restaurant Gaucho. On the drinks front, 65,000 bottles of Champagne and 100,000 bottles of wine are expected to be consumed. In 2023, approximately 400 helicopters and 1,000 limousines descended on Royal Ascot, with an average of 60,000 racegoers each day. /ascot
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Glam racegoers and celebs including Lucy Mecklenburg stun at Royal Ascot in incredible hats and jaw dropping dresses
DARING hats and show-stopping dresses have been the order of the day at Royal Ascot today as attendees raise the fashion stakes with their looks. The most prestigious racing event is back for day two, with royalty and A-listers alike dressed to the nines. 24 While Princess Kate has dropped out of Royal Ascot this year, her mum Carole Middleton and sister-in-law Alizee Thevenet are in attendance Credit: PA 24 The two women looked glamorous in pastel maxi dresses and matching hats at the Berkshire racecourse Credit: Simon Jones 24 Carole dazzled in a butter yellow lace dress Credit: Getty 24 Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall beamed as they arrived for their fun-filled day Credit: Getty 24 Made in Chelsea alumna Georgia Toffolo looked elegant in a cream maxi dress by CHATS by maxi dress Credit: Getty 24 Lucy Mecklenburgh looked characteristically chic in a black midi dress and matching fascinator Credit: i-Images 24 Ascot was a date day for Lucy and husband Ryan Thomas Credit: Goff 24 One guests ensured all eyes were on her in a bright pink dress with a huge feather-adorned hat Credit: Splash 24 Influencer Laura Anne-Barr, who runs the All That's Pretty Instagram page, looked elegant in a white Beulah dress Credit: Getty 24 Bold headpieces and striking sunglasses were all the rage for guests in the sun Credit: BackGrid 24 There was no missing this incredible pink fascinator which was covered in coloured balls Credit: PA 24 Charlotte Hawkins looked pretty in a floral dress that fell to her ankles Credit: Goff 24 This daring pink headpiece was sure to attract attention at the racecourse Credit: PA 24 Attendees beamed as they arrived for their racing day in the sun Credit: Simon Jones 24 This huge floral headpiece certainly stood out from the crowd Credit: Getty 24 Singer Natalie Rushdie looked elegant in a powder blue dress Credit: Getty 24 One guest looked pretty in pink, wearing a floaty gown and floral hat Credit: AP 24 This group of women also got the pink memo for the second day of racing Credit: PA 24 Stylish TV host Francesca Cumani proved top hats aren't just for the men at Royal Ascot Credit: Getty 24 One guest decided to go bold or go home with her fuchsia pink dress Credit: Getty 24 An elegant racegoer, wearing a Holland and Cooper dress, opted for a beige ensemble Credit: Getty 24 Forget plain headbands, these hats are the true show-stoppers of Ascot Credit: PA Champagne bottles have been popped in the sun by well-heeled guests who are dressed to impress. Many people have donned their fanciest maxi dresses for the racing extravaganza. It's no wonder people have dressed to the nines for the occasion, as each year the royal family flocks to Ascot to witness the action. It was announced, however, that the Princess of Wales has pulled out of Royal Ascot as she continues her cancer recovery. More on Royal Ascot It is understood the Kate, 43, was previously listed by Royal Ascot as arriving in the carriage procession with Prince William - who is still attending. She attended Trooping the Colour and Order of the Garter in recent days plus a visit to V&A East Storehouse last week. While Kate has skipped Ascot, her mum Carole Middleton is in attendance, with daughter-in-law Alizée Thevenet, who is married to Kate's brother James. Most read in Horse Racing A number of celebrities have been seen at the Berkshire racecourse, including Made In Chelsea alum Today she wore a cream CHATS by maxi dress and a red Awon Golding Millinery hat. The best Ladies' Day headpieces The Royal Ascot dress code varies across different enclosures, with the Royal Enclosure asking guests to stick to top hats and tails for the men. Women must wear a dress or skirt falling just above the knee or longer, with shoulder straps a minimum width of 1 inch and hats are compulsory. The Queen Anne Enclosure offers a more relaxed dress code, while the Windsor Enclosure is the most relaxed, with no formal dress code but smart attire is encouraged. Royal Ascot was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne who, when riding out from Windsor Castle, came across a piece of land 'ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch' and thus Ascot Racecourse was born. 24 Lady Victoria Hervey also opted for a floral dress at the racecourse Credit: Getty 24 Guests appeared in high spirits as they arrived at Royal Ascot Credit: PA The first Royal Meeting took place at Ascot in 1768 and it is now Britain's most popular race meeting, welcoming in excess of 250,000 racegoers across five days. Each morning the gates open at 10.30am each day, ready for the anticipated first race which kicks off at 2.30pm. There are then seven races throughout the day, the last of which commencing at 6.10pm. And, of course, 2pm on each day of racing is the royal procession. As well as the racing, there's also lots of other things for the lucky guests to enjoy. It's predicted that the fine dining curated by 350 chefs will serve up 220,000 hand-crafted afternoon tea cakes, 7,300 Angus steaks and 3,000 kilos of salmon over the five days. What's more, the Royal Meeting will also serve 220,000 finger sandwiches and 10,000 punnets of mixed berries. In the Queen Anne Enclosure, guests are able to tuck into mouthwatering steaks at 1768 Grill by Argentinian restaurant Gaucho. On the drinks front, 65,000 bottles of Champagne and 100,000 bottles of wine are expected to be consumed. In 2023, approximately 400 helicopters and 1,000 limousines descended on Royal Ascot, with an average of 60,000 racegoers each day. /ascot
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Princess Kate Looking Like a Model Goes Viral
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Princess Kate looking like a fashion model went viral on TikTok, with one user calling her "simply beautiful inside and outside." The Princess of Wales was praised for a succession of past royal looks in a post on the social network that praised her height and fashion-style walk. Why It Matters The edit went viral after it was liked more than 37,000 times and viewed 553,000 times, having been posted with the message: "Catherine would have done excellently as [a] MODEL, if [she] weren't a PRINCESS! Her height and catwalk of [a] model." Princess Kate waves from a horse-drawn carriage at the Order of the Garter service at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle on June 16, 2025. Princess Kate waves from a horse-drawn carriage at the Order of the Garter service at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle on June 16, 2025. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images What to Know The on screen caption suggested the video was made in response to a comment reading: "She's a princess, she wasn't born to be a model." The creator of the edit wrote: "Oh really? Are you sure? (She's got me like nobody)." The video included a clip of Kate at King Charles III's coronation in her robe as Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. There is then a clip of Kate arriving in a bright yellow Roksanda dress in Jamaica at Norman Manley International Airport for a Platinum Jubilee tour on March 22, 2022. Next was a Roland Mouret wide-leg maroon suit which Kate wore to a reception on November 15, 2023, ahead of a major speech at The Design Museum in London later that day. And the purple Emilia Wickstead suit she wore for the speech itself also featured at the very end of the video. Other outfits included a cream Sezane knitted sweater with a matching skirt which she wore to Nottingham Trent University on October 11, 2023, and a pale pink Beulah dress she wore to the V&A Museum Of Childhood on June 28, 2023. A white Alexander McQueen dress she wore with full length black opera gloves to the BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall on February 19, 2023, also featured. What People Are Saying "Princess Catherine is simply beautiful inside and outside," one fan commented. "She's like our stunning ray of sunshine, we are so blessed to have her as our future Queen. She will do us all proud that's for sure. She was born to be a Queen as she has all the perfect qualities to represent us on the world stage." "She's prettier than a model," said another. "She's got 'it' naturally." A third added: "Tall, gorgeous and elegant she has it all." Jack Royston is chief royal correspondent for Newsweek, based in London. You can find him on X, formerly Twitter, at @jack_royston and read his stories on Newsweek's The Royals Facebook page. Do you have a question about King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Kate, Meghan and Harry, or their family that you would like our experienced royal correspondents to answer? Email royals@ We'd love to hear from you.
Herald Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- Herald Sun
Melbourne CBD skyscraper sells out studios as buyers rush into $1bn Atlas tower
A Melbourne supertower is just months away from commencing construction, despite similar projects running into difficulties amid a building crisis. A new 72-storey, $1bn residential tower at 383 La Trobe St, Melbourne, dubbed Atlas is capturing buyer attention with more than half its 852 apartments now sold as it proves supertowers still have a place in the city's skyline. It comes as plans for what was to be Australia's tallest building, the STH BNK by Beulah development, faces an uncertain future after cost blowouts and planning delays led to the once-hyped tower stalling — and its project manager being placed in administration in February. RELATED: Ex-AFL boss boots $16.5m Toorak home Major problem with 'anaemic' Vic budget Bec and Chris Judd sell Arthurs Seat getaway Colliers residential director Tim Storey said the project's success was down to a mix of smart planning, bold timing, and a keen understanding of who Melbourne's inner-city buyer really is. 'Atlas has really resonated with the market. It's the first supertower to launch in the CBD in about five years and that's created a lot of pent-up demand,' Mr Storey said. 'We've seen other buildings sell in recent years, but nothing of this scale or freshness. 'Buyers especially younger international buyers in their late 20s want that city lifestyle, they want quality, and they want a product that feels like it belongs.' In contrast, the once-lauded Beulah tower, planned to reach 366-metres and become the country's tallest building, has been beset by financial and delivery challenges. The collapse of its development manager earlier this year left creditors tens of millions out of pocket and raised doubts about the project's future. Mr Storey said Atlas had avoided the pitfalls by sticking to scale, offering variety, from affordable garden residences to premium sky crown apartments, and locking in its development permit back in 2017, before CBD height limits changed. 'Without that permit, this building couldn't have happened today,' he said. 'There's definitely a prestige element to supertowers, people love the height, the views, the lifestyle, but it has to be backed by the right offering.' The Colliers residential director said Melbourne's city apartment market had matured. 'The average age of a CBD resident is 28. Most live in households of under two people, and over 90 per cent are born overseas,' Mr Storey said. 'That's who we designed for. Not just affordability, but lifestyle and status. 'The studios apartments were a big part of that they were gone in a flash.' Atlas sits at the northern end of the CBD, near Flagstaff Station, the Queen Victoria Market and walking distance to top universities and the new Metro Tunnel station. Mr Storey said that location with its 'unbeatable lifestyle' and park proximity had given Atlas a distinct edge over more hemmed-in sites across the city grid. 'It's buzzing, And after Covid, the northern CBD has come back strong,' he said. 'Retail's bouncing back, there's energy again, and weekends in the city are packed. 'The confidence is returning, and Atlas is a green shoot.' Construction is set to begin in the third quarter of 2025, with completion due in 2029. Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox. MORE: Real reason Marvel star quit US Why this Camberwell mansion cracked $4.2m Collingwood legend Alan Didak's luxury pad fails to sell
