Royal news live: Kate Middleton quietly shares new photo as King Charles expresses sadness after tragic death

A town built to King Charles’s specifications of an idealised community is suffering from a serious waste collection problem.

Residents of Poundbury, Dorset, which is built on Duchy of Cornwall land, have now spoken out in a bid to solve the problem, appealing to the king directly.

One local told The Telegraph: “There are rats everywhere and the smell is awful. No one seems to be bothered.”

A second said that the king “would be horrified” and compared the development, which is due to be completed in 2026, to a “third-world country.”

Explaining the root of the problem, a third added: “The number of bins is not sufficient, there needs to be a second refuse and recycling point. It’s carnage around Christmas with rubbish everywhere.”

King Charles has been named as the new patron of the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC).

The monarch, 75, will succeed his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II in the role, which she held for 65 years.

NFYFC chair of council Drew Bailey said: “NFYFC is honoured that His Majesty The King is our Royal Patron. His Majesty’s commitment to Young Farmers’ Clubs reflects our proud history of nine decades of developing rural young people’s skills.

“As a former president of the National Federation, we are privileged to now have His Majesty serve as our patron.

“His Majesty’s commitment to the countryside and the welfare of rural communities perfectly aligns with the mission of NFYFC and its clubs and counties. Much of our work focuses on developing rural young people’s skills and raising awareness about opportunities in the sector.”

The Duchess of Edinburgh is set to remind people how important it is to “cherish” their eyesight when she makes an appearance on a CBeebies bedtime story.

To be aired on World Sight Day, which is taking place on Thursday (10 October), Specs for Rex is centred around a young lion named Rex who is reluctant to wear his glasses to school.

The duchess said in a trailer for the program: “Millions of us need glasses to see the world clearly.

“World Sight Day is a reminder to all of us to take care of our eyes, whether we need glasses or not.

“Our eyes are precious, and our sight is something to cherish and look after. So, let’s remember to take care of our eyes this World Sight Day.”

James Middleton has revealed the characteristic that makes him “most proud” of his older sister, the Princess of Wales.

He told US Weekly: “Catherine is very much on a public stage and I’m in awe of a lot of the things she does. I think the thing I’m most proud of is that she’s still the same person that I grew up with.”

Mr Middleton, 37, reflected upon his relationship with his sister and wider family in his new memoir, Meet Ella: The Dog Who Saved My Life.

This weekend, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out in a stunning red gown as she attended a charity gala at the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital.

Now, psychotherapist Dr Robi Ludwig has speculated about the deeper meaning behind the gown, which she paired with a never-before-seen mermaid waves hairstyle.

He told Fox News Digital: “Wearing red is a powerful, boss lady colour. It says, ‘I’m here, I’m not hiding, and I’m ready to assume my position of power.’ Wearing red often symbolizes attraction, confidence and empowerment.

“The ‘red dress effect’ studies found that red enhances the male gaze and encourages men to find women wearing red more appealing. In fashion, red is also considered a power colour that represents strength and determination. The hair is a throwback to her Hollywood actress days. It’s all in sync with Meghan taking control of her life and doing things her way again.”