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The shockwaves from the Sussexes’ interview with Oprah Winfrey continue to be felt on both sides of the Atlantic. Opinion is divided between nations and generations. And many of us are waiting with bated breath to see how - and if - the dust will finally settle.

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As a Telegraph subscriber, you’ll be kept completely up-to-speed on the critical repercussions of the royal rift. Follow the latest news as Prince William defends the Royal family against the Duchess of Sussex’s allegations, insisting “We are very much not a racist family”. You’ll also be able to read more about the Duchess’s formal complaint to ITV over Piers Morgan's dismissal of her mental health issues.

The executive director of the Society of Editors has resigned, following his response to the Duchess’s comments about the British press. Buckingham Palace, meanwhile, is looking to defuse the “bombshells” dropped by the Duke and Duchess with the appointment of a former MI5 chief as the new Lord Chamberlain.

Following the former Good Morning Britain presenter’s departure from the show, Fraser Nelson asks “how do you solve a ‘problem’ like Piers Morgan?” Philip Johnston turns his attention to the Opposition, warning that “Starmer is playing a dangerous game by joining the attack on the monarchy”.

Michael Deacon is simply unmissable as he wryly reflects on his “cameo” in the interview, writing “Oprah thinks that I ‘attacked’ Meghan? It’s time for me to speak my truth”. Madeline Grant is intriguing as she comments that “We’re all living Meghan’s truth now”. And Nick Allen reflects on the interview’s stateside impact, writing “The monarchy hasn’t been this unpopular in the US since burning down the White House”.

Hopes were raised for summer holidays on Thursday, with France announcing that it will ease its border restrictions. We’ll bring you up-to-the-minute advice on where you can travel abroad and in the UK, as well as prospective holiday destinations if you’ve been vaccinated.

With the government looking to implement a Singapore-inspired plan to incentivise exercise, Joel Snape asks whether paying people to work out can really cure obesity. As Allison Pearson argues that it's time to be frank about fat, Alice Hall reveals why "healthy snacking" is bad news for our waistlines. Looking to get in shape yourself? Don’t miss Jack Rear’s review of the best fitness equipment for at home workouts.

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