Britain's royal family gathers for Christmas dinner amid a turbulent year marked by cancer diagnoses for King Charles III and Kate, the Princess of Wales. The family will spend Christmas at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, with notable absences and scandals affecting the holiday celebration. Despite the challenges, the royal family remains close-knit, while a divide persists between Prince Harry and the rest of the family.
Key Points
Dual cancer diagnoses for King Charles III and Kate, the Princess of Wales
Scandals involving Prince Andrew and the ongoing divide with Prince Harry
Health challenges faced by other senior members of the royal family
The royal family's property empires and tax-free business deals revealed
Pros
Family bonding during challenging times
Resilience in the face of health issues and scandals
Cons
Notable absences and scandals affecting the holiday celebration
Divide between Prince Harry and the rest of the royal family