Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

Catherine, Princess of Wales says she is in remission from cancer

"It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery," the princess wrote on Instagram, alongside a picture of her hospital visit.

Princess-Catherine

She expressed gratitude to the Royal Marsden for the care she received over the past year.

CATHERINE, Princess of Wales, has revealed she is in remission from cancer. The announcement came during a visit on Tuesday to the Royal Marsden Hospital in London, where she was treated.

She and her husband, Prince William, met staff and patients at the specialist cancer centre.


"It is a relief to now be in remission and I remain focused on recovery," the princess wrote on Instagram, alongside a picture of her hospital visit.

She expressed gratitude to the Royal Marsden for the care she received over the past year, saying: "My heartfelt thanks go to all those who have quietly walked alongside William and me as we have navigated everything."

The couple's visit coincided with their announcement as joint patrons of the hospital. Catherine noted her hope to support groundbreaking research, clinical excellence, and patient and family wellbeing in her new role. "We might save many more lives and transform the experience of all those impacted by cancer," she said.

In a statement, Kensington Palace described the visit as deeply meaningful for Catherine, who turned 43 last week.

The princess was first diagnosed with an unspecified cancer last March and shared that she underwent chemotherapy. She announced in September that she had completed treatment and was working to stay "cancer free."

Reflecting on her diagnosis, Catherine shared in a video message last year that "life as you know it can change in an instant" and described the previous nine months as "incredibly tough."

On Tuesday, she wrote: "As anyone who has experienced a cancer diagnosis will know, it takes time to adjust to a new normal. I am, however, looking forward to a fulfilling year ahead."

This was the first time details about where Catherine was treated were shared publicly. The Royal Marsden, which opened in 1851, is the world’s first hospital dedicated to cancer treatment and research.

(With inputs from AFP)

More For You

Minouche Shafik

Shafik served as deputy governor for markets and banking at the Bank of England between August 2014 and February 2017.

Reuters

Starmer appoints Minouche Shafik as chief economic adviser in reshuffle

Highlights:

  • Minouche Shafik named chief economic adviser to Keir Starmer.
  • Darren Jones moves into Downing Street role; James Murray replaces him.
  • Wider reshuffle includes changes in Starmer’s private office and communications.
  • Appointment comes ahead of a budget expected to include further tax rises.

Prime minister Keir Starmer has named Minouche Shafik, a former deputy governor of the Bank of England, as his chief economic adviser. The appointment comes as he looks to strengthen his team ahead of what is expected to be a difficult end to the year.

Keep ReadingShow less
modi putin

Before their formal meeting, Putin offered Modi a ride in his Aurus limousine.

X/@narendramodi

Six key takeaways from the SCO summit

INDIAN prime minister Narendra Modi met Russian president Vladimir Putin and Chinese president Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China.

Modi pressed for ending the Ukraine conflict at the earliest, reaffirmed India’s long-standing ties with Russia, and discussed trade and border issues with Xi.

Keep ReadingShow less
Afghanistan earthquake

Afghan volunteers and Taliban security personnel carry an earthquake victim evacuated by a military helicopter from the Nurgal district of Kunar province onn September 1, 2025.

Getty Images

Afghanistan earthquake kills more than 800, thousands injured

A MAJOR rescue operation was underway in Afghanistan on Monday after a powerful earthquake and several aftershocks destroyed homes in a remote mountainous region, killing more than 800 people, according to Taliban authorities.

The quake struck just before midnight and was felt as far as Kabul and in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad.

Keep ReadingShow less
Ganpati festival

The Ganpati festival celebrates Ganesha as the god of new beginnings, and the god of wisdom and intelligence. (Photo: Getty Images)

Getty Images

Hindu community centre in London damaged in fire after Ganapati Visarjan event

A HINDU community centre in east London caught fire on Saturday evening, causing major damage to the building. The London Fire Brigade brought the fire under control and confirmed that no injuries were reported.

The incident took place at the Shree Sorathia Prajapati Community Centre on Cleveland Road in Ilford, which had been decorated for a Ganapati Visarjan event attended by members of the Hindu community.

Keep ReadingShow less
Modi ,Xi & Putin

Narendra Modi talks with Vladimir Putin and Xi jinping ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2025 at the Meijiang Convention and Exhibition Centre in Tianjin on September 1, 2025.

Getty Images

SCO declaration slams Pahalgam attack, calls for united action on terror

Highlights:

  • SCO condemns terror attack in Pahalgam and echoes India’s stance on “double standards”.
  • Leaders call for justice for perpetrators of attacks in Pahalgam and Balochistan.
  • Declaration criticises Israeli military strikes in Gaza causing civilian casualties.
  • SCO stresses UN’s central role in global counter-terrorism strategy.

THE SHANGHAI Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on Monday condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam and agreed with India’s position that “double standards” in tackling terrorism are not acceptable.

Keep ReadingShow less