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My other worry is that Harry is not an impressive witness! In his previous legal action, the defence counsel pointed out to Harry that the specific article about which Harry was complaining at tht point was based on information supplied by his own press office! On having this pointed out to him, Harry replied that 'there was other evidence' and, that the defence counsel should go and search it out himself, whereupon Harry had to be reminded that the legal system did not work that way....

The position seems to be that Harry 'simply wants his day in court' He seems incapable of realising that £23 million is an expensive form of therapy...

I am so pleased that HLM is not here to witness all this!
 
A late thought: Having noted how the articles allegedly had such an effect on Harry that he felt 'paranoid' it now occurs to me that perhaps it is a pity that his staff did not advise Harry to adopt Charles' policy of never reading newspapers and instead relies on is staff to summarise what of importance is contained in the press.
 
The Duke of Sussex on day 3 at the High Court today, January 21:


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"I have never believed that my life is open season to be commercialised by these people." He later added that the "claim that I don't have any rights to any privacy is disgusting".

This statement by Harry is a bit rich. He literally wrote a book, released a documentary and did multiple interviews discussing private moments with his family.
 
Harry was asked if he ever used Facebook to communicate with journalist, Charlotte Griffths. Harry claims he doesn’t know. How do you not know if you exchanged numbers and personal messages with a reporter?

“Mr White then claimed that Harry used the Facebook profile named "Mr Mischief" to communicate with Ms Griffiths, suggesting that the duke "exchanged friendly messages" and his mobile number with her on social media.

Harry said he had "never used the name Mr Mischief", and that he had "no idea" if he had exchanged messages with Ms Griffiths on Facebook.”
 
soapstar said:
Harry was asked if he ever used Facebook to communicate with journalist, Charlotte Griffths. Harry claims he doesn’t know. How do you not know if you exchanged numbers and personal messages with a reporter?

“Mr White then claimed that Harry used the Facebook profile named "Mr Mischief" to communicate with Ms Griffiths, suggesting that the duke "exchanged friendly messages" and his mobile number with her on social media.

Harry said he had "never used the name Mr Mischief", and that he had "no idea" if he had exchanged messages with Ms Griffiths on Facebook.”
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Charlotte Griffiths recently published an article which uncritically repeated various falsehoods told to her by "sources close to the Sussexes" relating to security - falsehoods already disproven by a High Court judgment.

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soapstar said:
"I have never believed that my life is open season to be commercialised by these people." He later added that the "claim that I don't have any rights to any privacy is disgusting".

This statement by Harry is a bit rich. He literally wrote a book, released a documentary and did multiple interviews discussing private moments with his family.
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Harry has certainly commercialized his own life in ways no other member of the royal family has. (Others collaborated on friendly biographies but did not profit from them)

He has always deserved the basic protections of everyone and phone hacking is abhorrent. But he’s grouped together all sorts of things into a more general press vendetta and it doesn’t sound like he’s making particularly strong arguments here.
 
It is one thing to dislike what is written about you, and it is another thing to prove that such information was illegally obtained. I'm sure it is very uncomfortable to read unflattering and untrue things about yourself in the press. There is a remedy, however; stop reading the crap and adopt a lifestyle that is private and uninteresting. Clearly, Harry and Meghan have done the opposite. If illegal acts are proven, then Harry should be compensated. If not, he should go home, shut up and get more psychotherapy.
 
Exactly, if the case is about things before 2011 his complaints -however understandable or not- are not relevant to the case I imagine.

Obviously it is unpleasant that so many negative articles are published if you are on the receiving end, so I understand it must be hard for him. But he gave them so much material to write about... The easiest remedy indeed would be to stop seeking publicity and retreat into a more private life as other celebrities have done succesfully.
 
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I noticed that as well. It is unclear to me how other than Harry being paranoid, this case that runs until 2011 could have made Meghan’s life hell.
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that was my thought as well, thought it was interesting the nu.nl article highlighted that specific part. Wonder if these articles are fed by the Sussex PR team.
If Harry is really dragging all his other grievances in this courtcase again, imo he'll only weaking his case.
 
The reporters seem to think that Harry's time giving evidence was a lot shorter than they thought it would be.
What real evidence did he give other than his feelings/ emotions/ Chelsea/ Natalie./ Meghan.

I am assuming that there will be evidence from the reporters in question. This could be where it will make or break the case.
Reporters are known for not naming sources, is this about to change.

I must admit I found it strange that Charlotte Griffiths ( Mail on Sunday) has been writing articles stating Sussex sources recently, especially with this case coming up. It has not been a secret. I am not sure if she is included with any accusations of hacking etc.

Why would the newspaper take risks with stories so near to the court case, why would the Sussex team give stories to that particular media outlet. I know the case is around stories from a number of years ago but there is a court case going on. It is all very strange.

I think the public are being manipulated from all sides.
 
soapstar said:
"I have never believed that my life is open season to be commercialised by these people." He later added that the "claim that I don't have any rights to any privacy is disgusting".

This statement by Harry is a bit rich. He literally wrote a book, released a documentary and did multiple interviews discussing private moments with his family.
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The Duke and Duchess created the media circus all by themselves and did the opposite of living privately and quietly and away from glare of the media.
Had they done that back in January 2020 when they announced the first Sussex Stepping Back routine I doubt he'd be over and back with multiple court cases and legal cases.
The mass media onslaught back fired and that's why Harry and Meghan are unhappy.

Day 4 for the Duke
Prince Harry supports Elizabeth Hurley as she takes to the stands in court trial
 
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Day 4 at court today, January 22:


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Cameras and filming are not permitted in English courts. As a consequence, Artists are often used to provide pictures of the court and the witnesses for the papers. The Artists are not permitted to draw in court, so they have to have good memories.

I have been catching up with the papers and have noted with a bit of surprise that Harry has been sitting next to Liz Hurley. I am starting to get a bit worried about this. It makes me feel that it is 'fixing' the idea of Harry as a celebrity rather than as member of the British Royal Family.

This fear of mine has intensified this evening when I read the extracts of Liz Hurley's evidence to the court today. This is the Daily Mail's account of her some of her evidence:

''She angrily rejected suggestions that her friends had given information to the Press.

But she agreed she had authorised some close confidants - including another claimant in the case, Sir Elton John's husband David Furnish - to speak to 'nice' journalists on her behalf, often to accompany a 'nice' photoshoot in a glossy magazine.

And she also agreed there was a 'mutual arrangement' for celebrities to promote themselves and their work in the media.''

I am not sure how helpful this will turn out to be to the Claimants ....
 
Diarist said:
... It makes me feel that it is 'fixing' the idea of Harry as a celebrity rather than as member of the British Royal Family.

This fear of mine has intensified this evening when I read the extracts of Liz Hurley's evidence to the court today...
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I mean, it's too late. He's a celebrity and has been ever since he and Meghan left the Firm. He has lost almost all the mystique of royalty and she never really had it in the first place.
 
Diarist said:
Cameras and filming are not permitted in English courts. As a consequence, Artists are often used to provide pictures of the court and the witnesses for the papers. The Artists are not permitted to draw in court, so they have to have good memories.

I have been catching up with the papers and have noted with a bit of surprise that Harry has been sitting next to Liz Hurley. I am starting to get a bit worried about this. It makes me feel that it is 'fixing' the idea of Harry as a celebrity rather than as member of the British Royal Family.

This fear of mine has intensified this evening when I read the extracts of Liz Hurley's evidence to the court today. This is the Daily Mail's account of her some of her evidence:

''She angrily rejected suggestions that her friends had given information to the Press.

But she agreed she had authorised some close confidants - including another claimant in the case, Sir Elton John's husband David Furnish - to speak to 'nice' journalists on her behalf, often to accompany a 'nice' photoshoot in a glossy magazine.

And she also agreed there was a 'mutual arrangement' for celebrities to promote themselves and their work in the media.''

I am not sure how helpful this will turn out to be to the Claimants ....
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This is an interesting point, it has been suspected/known for some time that celebrities ' leak' stories themselves when it suits the purpose. A ' friend ' said , ' sources; said. It is interesting when these ' leaks' are not challenged. Photographers just happen to be around when somebody arrives at a venue. That is what the publicist is paid for and fair enough.

I am still unsure what evidence we have heard so far to substantiate the claims, other than my friends would not do that, or I do not have a leaky circle of friends.

The very nature of the situation will mean that stories are told second hand.

Omid Scobie said in a tv interview regarding his book. that he had not spoken to Harry and Meghan directly but had spoken to someone very close to them.

Regardless of what happens with this case. it will be interesting to see if the media will be prepared to play these games going forward, when they run the risk of ending up in court.

I have always viewed this as a scratch my back scenario.
 
He's saying the same thing every politician and commentator in Britain is saying. I've become so cynical of everything Harry says or does, I can't help but wonder if reminding everyone once again, he "served there", is he trying to do some image polishing.
 
Yes, the first thing I noticed was him talking about his military service again. IMO it was 100% not needed. Saying anything was unnecessary but he could have reminded everyone of NATO troops frontline service without reminding everyone directly of his own.
 
Harry spoke about his time in Afghanistan in one sentence. He said ‘I served there’, which he did, meaning he can back up what he later went on to say, regarding ‘friends lost’ etc.

He also stated
"In 2001, Nato invoked Article 5 for the first - and only - time in history. It meant that every allied nation was obliged to stand with the United States in Afghanistan, in pursuit of our shared security. Allies answered that call."

He added: "Thousands of lives were changed forever. Mothers and fathers buried sons and daughters. Children were left without a parent. Families are left carrying the cost.

"Those sacrifices deserve to be spoken about truthfully and with respect, as we all remain united and loyal to the defence of diplomacy and peace."

I think Harry was quite right to rebuke Trump’s insulting remarks about NATO troops fighting capabilities. When did Pres Trump serve anywhere in a war zone?
 
He should have kept it shut. It’s not his role to air his opinions, at least if he still wants to be considered royal and to have a relationship with his father.
 
Alison H said:
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Prince Harry says sacrifices by Nato troops in Afghanistan deserve 'respect' after Trump comments

Veterans and bereaved families call the comments "very disrespectful" and "soul-destroying", as Keir Starmer says they are "insulting and frankly appalling".
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For once, I agree with everything that Harry's just said.
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Yeah. Every now and again it happens!! lol

IIRC- Trump has made comments that were insulting to the US military in one way or another over the years. So- disgusting- but not all surprising- he’d say this.
 
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