EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Prince Andrew could be holding his head in his hands after Florida governor Ron DeSantis allows the release of documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein’s 2006 trial
Can Prince Andrew be blamed for holding his head in his hands? On the heels of January’s publication of embarrassing lawsuits that dashed hopes of restoring the Duke’s reputation, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a law authorizing the release of new grand jury documents related to Jeffrey’s trial Epstein from 2006 makes possible.
It is not yet known whether Andrew will be in this batch. DeSantis states, βThe public deserves to know who participated in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation. No one should be protected from justice because of their wealth or status.β
Although there is no evidence to link Andrew to Epstein’s crimes and he protests his innocence, the constant drip of sordid details about his friend means he is unlikely to ever be seen grinning from Buckingham’s balcony again Palace.
Can Prince Andrew be blamed for holding his head in his hands?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs law allowing release of new grand jury documents related to 2006 Jeffrey Epstein trial
Jeffrey Epstein. DeSantis said: ‘The public deserves to know who participated in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking’
Lord (Charles) Moore of Etchingham claims that a group of international photo agencies created Kate’s photoshop grace out of spite.
βI hope it’s not too cynical to point out that these agencies hate HRH distributing her own photos (free of charge),β he said.
‘Her self-made photos take the bread out of the agencies’ mouths. Suppose other world figures adopt the DIY habit β what will become of the professionals? Are the authorities trying to teach the princess a lesson?’
Lord (Charles) Moore of Etchingham claims a group of international photo agencies created Kate’s photoshop grace out of spite
After fat-shaming Keir Starmer, Peter Mandelson reveals he has a personal trainer, another Keir β the son of left-wing Scottish lawyer Helena Kennedy.
‘He is a food puritan and allows me to honestly report my intake in the form of a daily food diary.’
Mandy tells The Spectator that he confesses to sneaking into a restaurant in Marylebone Lane to buy a doughnut, adding: ‘Needless to say (my trainer) has an extremely negative view of donuts and almost everything else that is fun to eat.’
Peter Mandelson reveals he has a personal trainer, another Keir – the son of left-wing Scottish lawyer Helena Kennedy
Father Ted’s Mrs Doyle, aka Pauline McLynn, was attacked by a fox near Belgrade while filming the 2020 series of the BBC’s Pilgrimage.
Fellow pilgrim Adrian Chiles recalled the incident at the launch of a new series of the religious show and said the footage was never shown by the BBC.
βI remember Pauline had a fight with a rabid fox, which bit her,β he reveals. If the fox was rabid, wouldn’t Pauline have rolling eyes and foaming at the mouth?
Since that is her normal performance with Father Ted, the jury will retire to return her verdict as guilty.
Father Ted’s Mrs Doyle, aka Pauline McLynn, was attacked by a fox near Belgrade while filming the 2020 series of the BBC’s Pilgrimage
Cheltenham punter Rich Ricci breached bookmaker Coral’s affordability rules when he called from the racecourse to place a Β£500 bet.
He was asked for proof that he had the money. Ricci, owner of winner Lossiemouth, earned Β£44 million when he left Barclays in 2013 and won Β£400,000 in a day after three of his horses won at Cheltenham. He took his bet elsewhere.
Cheltenham punter Rich Ricci with winning jockey Paul Townend
From left to right: Ricci Rich, jockey Paul Townend, owner Susannah Ricci, Jackie Mullins and trainer Willie Mullins after winning the My Pension Expert Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices’ Chase with Gaelic Warrior
Asked about his ‘goals’ when he turns 80 next year, frisky rocker and father-of-eight Sir Rod Stewart vows: ‘No more babies. The banana is back in the fruit box.’
Asked about his ‘goals’ when he turns 80 next year, frisky rocker and father-of-eight Sir Rod Stewart vows: ‘No more babies. The banana is back in the fruit box’