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Inside March ROYALS monthly, scandal, a deep-seated rivalry and a health crisis plunge the monarchy into some of its darkest days.

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ROYALS IN PICTURES THIS MONTH

Royal WATCH • The top news stories this month

Should Harry take the money? • Turning 40 is a big moment for Harry, who is due a bumper inheritance. But does he now deserve it – and will it simply deepen the royal family rift?

HARRY • We present 40 did-you-know facts about the prince to commemorate his birthday milestone

SAILOR SOPHIE! • As a royal sailing patron, the Duchess of Edinburgh was all aboard showing aspiring sailors the ropes in the Guernsey to Poole Small Ships Race

‘I want a new BOYFRIEND!' • Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, 64, opens up about life after cancer, her family, and why she finally feels free

Märtha’s WEDDING FALL OUT • A last-minute controversy blighted Princess Märtha Louise’s wedding to Shaman Durek Verrett

Falling IN LOVE …again • How a trip to Paris and a summer tour of their realm gave Denmark’s King and Queen a reset

ART imitates life • A new series offers a fresh take on Prince Andrew’s infamous TV interview

CHARLOTTE’S evolution • How the delightful young royal is navigating the tricky fashion transition into her tween years… with a little help from her ever-stylish mum!

Introducing... BABY IMAN • It’s a girl! Jordan rejoices as Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa share their baby blessings

RIGHT-HAND WOMAN • Inside the curious world of ladies in waiting – the most trusted confidantes in a royal lady’s inner circle

FASHION FAVES WITH JANINE JEWELLED COLOURS • Follow the lead of these stylish sovereigns and make rich, vivid shades the jewels in your fashion crown

Charlene’s CUTTING edge • Princess Charlene’s latest bold bob

Charles HONOURS Camilla • It appears the Queen will always come first for the King

The Fab Four: DOOMED FROM THE START • Robert Jobson’s new book reveals why it was never going to work...

WEDDING FLASHBACK PIERRE CASIRAGHI & BEATRICE BORROMEO • This highly glamorous, aristocratic love match had Europe spellbound

DIVORCE DIVORCE DIVORCE BY SOCIAL MEDIA • Dubai’s Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashid Al Maktoum shocked the world with her unconventional divorce announcement

ROYALLY GOOD SPORTS • During the spell-binding magic of the Paris Olympics, royals from all across Europe were just as raucous and enthusiastic as the rest of us in cheering on their nation’s athletes

RISING above it • The Spanish royals counter shock affair rumours by appearing united and busier than ever

ROYAL ARTISTS • Creativity is clearly a noble passion!

AROUND THE WORLD • These celebrated blue-bloods are making headlines for fascinating reasons

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MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS • The dramatic life of this legendary Scottish queen was singularly contrary, in just about every way

HIMEJI CASTLE • Also known as ‘White Heron Castle’, this spectacular World Heritage site has survived wars, fires and earthquakes

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