Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 12, 2025 · Entertainment

The Prince's Plea: Harry's Quest for Forgiveness and Redemption

Prince Harry leaves at Clarence House after his 54-minute tea meeting with his father - their first get-together in more than 18 months

The Royal Ruckus: Prince Harry's Return and The Fashion Frenzy

It seems like only yesterday we were witnessing Prince Harry's dramatic departure from the royal family, but now he's back in town with a smile plastered on his face and a glint in his eye. But is this a genuine attempt to make amends or just a clever PR stunt? After all, as the old saying goes, "you can't keep a good prince down" – especially one who's been living it up in California.

But before we dive into the drama of Prince Harry's return, let's take a look at the real reason behind his visit: to win back the hearts and minds of the British public. After all, as any self-respecting royal knows, "you can't have your cake and eat it too" – unless you're a member of the House of Windsor, in which case, anything goes.

Prince Harry the inaugural 'Invictus Horizons' reception the evening after Clarence House

So, what's really going on here? Is Prince Harry genuinely trying to make amends or is he just tired of fighting and losing? After all, as anyone who's ever played a game of high-stakes poker knows, "you can't keep running from the truth" – eventually you'll have to face it head-on.

The Palace insiders say that Prince Harry's trip was a resounding success, but we're not so sure. After all, as any seasoned royal watcher knows, "actions speak louder than words" – and what exactly did Prince Harry do during his brief visit? He had one cup of tea with his father, King Charles, and barely 52 minutes to boot! That's not exactly a lot of time for reconciliation, is it?

But despite the brevity of their meeting, we can't help but feel that Prince Harry is genuinely trying to make amends. After all, as any good therapist will tell you, "the first step to healing is acknowledging your mistakes" – and Prince Harry has certainly done that.

Gwyneth Paltrow and Apple Martin at a Goop event in the Hamptons, New York, in 2023

Of course, there are still many questions surrounding Prince Harry's visit. Will he continue to be a thorn in the side of his family or can he genuinely put the past behind him? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: we'll be watching with bated breath as this royal drama unfolds.

Apple Martin: The Newest It Girl

Meanwhile, in the world of fashion, Apple Martin – daughter of Coldplay's Chris Martin and Goop's Gwyneth Paltrow – is making waves as the newest "It Girl" on the block. And it seems like Vogue magazine agrees – declaring her a style icon-in-the-making.

Samantha Cameron, founder of Cefinn and David Cameron's wife, attends The Lady Garden Gala in 2024

But what makes Apple so special? According to an interview with The Scholarly Note, she says, "I feel like my style hasn't been fully actualised yet, but I'm slowly getting more into it." Well, we're not sure about that, but one thing's for sure – with a mom like Gwyneth Paltrow, Apple is bound to be a fashion icon from the get-go.

And speaking of icons, it seems like Samantha Cameron's fashion label Cefinn has met its demise. The former prime minister's wife launched her brand in 2017 but sadly, it never turned a profit. We're not surprised – after all, as any good entrepreneur knows, "you can't sell what nobody wants to buy" – and it seems like Cefinn just didn't have the right stuff.

The Fashion Frenzy

But enough about failed fashion labels – let's talk about some real winners in the style stakes. Like our beloved Liz Hurley, who showed up at the National Television Awards looking like a sex stormtrooper (in a good way, of course). And poor Cat Deeley, who looked like she was wearing a giant pea soup green frill dress that made her look more like a giant balloon than a fashion icon.

And then there's Olivia Hawkins, who showed up in a baby pink drag queen gown with a jewelled corset – talk about making a statement! We're not sure if it was the right one, but hey, at least she tried.

Ed Sheeran: Lost in Identity Crisis

But amidst all this fashion drama, Ed Sheeran has been causing a stir of his own. The singer announced that he's moving to the US and wants to transition into country music – but then went on to say that he identifies culturally as Irish? Talk about being lost in an identity crisis!

We're not sure what's going on with Ed, but one thing's for sure – if you want to be with your people, just book a seat on Elvish Air and get back to Middle-earth without delay. After all, as any good wizard knows, "you can't run from who you are" – eventually you'll have to face the music.

So there you have it – the latest news from the world of royals and fashion. Stay tuned for more updates on this royal drama and don't forget to follow us at The Scholarly Note for all the latest gossip and juiciest tidbits!