No booze, just buzz: royal mocktails and new worries about Charles

King Charles made a notable break with royal tradition at a recent Nigerian state banquet, serving a fully alcohol-free menu and a bespoke mocktail called the “Crimson Bloom” in recognition of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s observance of Ramadan. We also look at Catherine’s fashion choices, including a recycled Andrew Gn gown and the return of the Lover’s Knot tiara, as well as Prince William’s latest push on homelessness through his Homewards initiative.

After the break, questions continue to swirl around King Charles’ health following observations from royal watchers, and we hear from Tom Sykes on what the la...