Prince Harry Considered Surname Change Amid Royal Rift

Prince Harry reportedly considered changing his surname from 'Mountbatten-Windsor' to his mother's maiden name, 'Spencer,' and discussed the idea with his uncle Earl Spencer, who advised against it due to legal and practical concerns. This revelation has underscored the ongoing estrangement between Harry and the royal family. At the same time, King Charles made a solo appearance at Sandringham and traveled to Canada to open parliament, an event some observers felt was overshadowed by Harry's attendance at an eco-travel event in China. In the US, UK politician Nigel Farage publicly mocked Prince Harry at a Las Vegas bitcoin conference, framing Harry's relocation as Britain's response to American 'woke' culture. Despite such criticism, Harry has stated that living in California aligns with the life his mother wanted for him, and he and Meghan Markle have maintained a low profile in Montecito. These developments highlight continuing tensions within the royal family and ongoing public scrutiny of the Sussexes.