Richard Kay

But as dusk falls, the mood is transformed into something rather more sinister. Gangs of masked youths stalk the streets, barricades are set ablaze and the acrid smell of burning tyres fills the air.

As news of his sudden demise, aged 72, swept through London 's military clubland yesterday, some of his old comrades could not help wondering whether his death with his past catching up with him.

What is Prince Andrew's next move now that Virginia Giuffre has gone?

Esmond Harmsworth, one of North America's leading literary agents for business, entrepreneurship and management books, has died while on holiday in Mauritius. 

Harry's 'band of brothers' photo from his wedding day is but a distant and sad memory seven years on, as many of those he is pictured with no longer have a relationship with him.

Even the most swivel-eyed of Prince Harry's devoted fans must have been taken aback by the timing.

No one has come out well from the Sentebale shambles. Not the chairwoman with her claims of a charity riven by bullying and misogyny and not the trustees briefing against her.

Truth about Gary Stevenson: Rags-to-riches city trader turned left-wing firebrand is accused of telling 'outlandish fibs', reveals RICHARD KAY

Long ago, before even Meghan Markle was a glint in his eye, the centre of Prince Harry's universe revolved around a charity he named Sentebale.

They made an unlikely pair, the hangman and the sister of the woman he executed. But here they were on their way to view together the final resting place of Ruth Ellis.