As a colonel in the army, the husband of Duchess Catherine was set to attend an event at Wesam Flight Centre in Suffolk in a James Bond-style helicopter, according to a new report. However, just hours before take-off, Kensington Palace had to cancel the plan due to adverse weather conditions. The royal's absence has sparked a backlash from fans, with some questioning William's decision. In a statement, the palace said the Prince of Wales offered his sincere apologies to those he was due to meet and hoped to reschedule the visit as soon as possible.

The grounding has not only halted the helicopter, but also William's first event in his new role. Meanwhile, William's brother is facing fundraising difficulties after worrying new figures emerged. A source close to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said the couple may be unhappy that their fundraising efforts have been hampered. However, they have no problem with William's foundation receiving support. The future king of England recently inadvertently criticised his brother in a video while enjoying a pint at a bar. This week, the prince also swapped the royal helicopter for a train, earning him the unofficial title of "prince of the railways".

William travelled to Birmingham to attend his first emergency care conference. The move was more than just a move, it was a statement about his down-to-earth approach to royal duties. He has just been appointed patron of the College of Paramedics, an organisation close to his heart. Notably, the 49-second clip of William enjoying himself at a bar not only shows his down-to-earth nature, but also highlights new information about Prince Harry. Harry has reportedly turned down an invitation to stay at Buckingham Palace when he returns to London later this month, citing security concerns.

The California-based couple are facing financial difficulties amid a clear disparity between William and Harry's charitable foundations. The latest figures show that William's Earthshot Foundation has raised £23.5m, while Sussex's Archewell Foundation has raised just £4.67m over the same period. William's experience as a paramedic pilot has given him insight into the high-pressure world of emergency care. The development underscores the increasingly important role the Princess and Duke of Wales are playing on the international stage.

William has taken on a bigger global role in the past year, and Catherine will be spending more time with him in the future. While the education of his children remains a top priority, there will be times when duty to country comes first. William's fundraising growth is all the more impressive when you consider that his donations have increased by 68%, with $8.6 million of the previous $22.5 million coming from a special donation. The biggest increase in William's fundraising has reportedly come from the Royal Foundation's American Friends Group, which has doubled in donations from $2.7 million to $6.1 million in the past year.