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June is right around the corner, and with it comes a major event in the annual royal calendar: Trooping the Colour, the traditional birthday bash for the monarch (so, King Charles ). And while it’s officially all about the military parade and the Royal Air Force flyby at Buckingham Palace, the unofficial highlight for many is the moment the royal family steps onto the balcony in front of the crowd. Countless iconic photographs have been captured at that very spot over the decades: Queen Elizabeth II at her Jubilee in 2022, various newly crowned monarchs draped in velvet robes and newlyweds sealing their vows with a kiss (or more!). But what would we see if we could get a peek from the other direction? Do the royals actually see the commoners they wave at—or something else we would have never guessed? Ahead, a royal insider spilled the beans, and we have all the details. We will likely never get to stand on that iconic balcony, so keep reading to find out what we’re mi...

She may be the Princess of Wales, but Kate Middleton is used to mornings that are light on the royal treatment and heavy on the real-life chaos. Think: school runs, lost shoes and a house already in motion before the day has properly begun. Between raising her three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis—and fulfilling her duties within the monarchy, she’s dealing with jam-packed mornings … before the official schedule even starts. While chatting with guests at a Buckingham Palace garden party on May 8, she offered a glimpse into her home life, and it turns out that even palace mornings have a specific rhythm that kicks off immediately. One detail, in particular, had dog owners everywhere thinking they’d seen (or lived!) this story before. Read on to find out the first thing Kate says happens every morning inside the royal household . Get  Reader’s Digest ’s  Read Up newsletter for more royals, humor, travel, te...

Cruise ship disasters tend to grab the world’s attention. When a catastrophe hits, these giant floating cities, so huge up close, instantly transform into vulnerable, isolated, panic-inducing traps, bobbing alone in the vast ocean . Right now, all eyes are on the Dutch-flagged MV Hondius , which has now docked in the Canary Islands after three passengers died from a strain of hantavirus on a polar expedition cruise from South America. As of May 11, seven other passengers and crew have been sickened, and everyone on the ship is returning to their home countries under strict safety protocols. Five states—California, Texas, Georgia, Virginia and Arizona—are monitoring residents who disembarked the ship before the outbreak occurred, and New Jersey announced Friday that two residents are being monitored after potentially being exposed during air travel abroad: “The department is working with local health officials to monitor returning travelers as a precaution,...

Do you sea what we sea ? The latest seasonal Jellycat drop is upon us! The newly announced summer Jellycats are a sight to behold, boasting a laid-back seaside vibe. From familiar friends to new coastal cuties, these cozy companions are the perfect way to channel the sunny season. Boasting a bevy of beachy buddies, the latest batch of Jellies—which drops on May 12—offers an assortment of new friends. And just like we’d expect from Jellycat, each new critter is crafted from the cozy signature fabrics that make them oh-so-huggable. Like most other Jellycat collections, we expect these to sell out quicker than a frisbee toss, so snag your favorites fast! Here’s what we know about the new drop, along with our predictions on which will sell out first. What are the summer Jellycats? The new High Summer lineup, which drops on May 12, includes a mix of warm-weather icons. Among the cute critters are a new Bart Bear and a plucky pelican , which our resident Jellycat e...

Trying to understand the confusing, ever-changing slang and crazy videos that flood your kids’ feeds is a losing battle. But a new crop of bizarre history reels, featuring a skeleton and the ancient philosopher Socrates (yes, really), may have you wondering whether your tweens could actually be learning something useful from their hours-long phone sessions. I mean … sure? Bits of real history are mixed in to these incredibly popular and silly memes, which are spreading across the internet like democracy through ancient Greece. Of course, viral trends probably aren’t the best available teaching tool, but why not look for a silver lining? Read on to check out the latest (and wackiest!) brain-rot video to catch fire, and learn how to make one of your own—although honestly, we suggest leaving this one to the kids. Get  Reader’s Digest ’s  Read Up newsletter for more trends, humor, travel, cleaning and fun facts all week long. What’s t...