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Prince William may bring royal children to U.S. for FIFA World Cup trip: experts
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There have been growing rumors in the U.K. that Prince William is preparing for a trip to the U.S. tied to both the FIFA World Cup and America’s 250th anniversary celebrations — but now the Prince of Wales may be planning a calculated charm offensive on the world stage.
Christopher Andersen, author of “Kate!,” told Fox News Digital that William may be considering a family trip involving the royal children, with a Middleton family friend telling him they are “over the moon with excitement,” especially with Prince George being “a passionate soccer fan.”
“This would mark the first known visit to the U.S. by two future kings traveling together,” Andersen said. “This would also mark the first time the Wales children have ever set foot on American soil.”
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According to multiple royal experts, there are ongoing rumors that Prince William is considering a trip to the U.S. with his family for the FIFA World Cup. (Kevin Voigt/GettyImages)
If the 43-year-old were to travel across the pond this summer, it would come shortly after King Charles III and Queen Camilla won praise for their historic state visit to the U.S. In April, the couple embarked on a four-day trip to Washington, New York and Virginia at the request of the U.K. government, timed to help mark America’s 250th birthday.
“Prince William is president of England’s Football Association,” Andersen pointed out. “As such, he is expected to cheer on England’s team in the World Cup. Charles and Camilla’s state visit was also an unqualified triumph. Along with Kate Middleton’s equally successful trip to Italy, palace officials were prompted to green-light one more high-profile visit, this time by the brightest stars in the royal firmament.”

King Charles III addresses a joint meeting of Congress at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on April 28, 2026, during his state visit to the United States. (Henry Nicholls/Pool/Getty Images)
In response to Andersen’s comments, a Kensington Palace spokesperson told Fox News Digital, “There are currently no public plans for a trip to the U.S. Hoping for a great performance from England, though!”
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While William isn’t currently expected to make an official public visit to the U.S. on behalf of the royal family, that doesn’t rule out a private trip. Members of the royal family often travel privately for personal events, vacations or family time outside their formal royal duties.
“Even seasoned royal watchers were taken by surprise when Kate Middleton embarked on her two-day visit to Reggio Emilia in northern Italy,” Andersen said. “It was her first trip abroad since she shocked the world by announcing she had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer more than two years ago.”

Prince William and Kate Middleton are parents to three children (from left): Prince Louis, Prince George and Princess Charlotte. (Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)
In December 2025, The Times U.K. reported that the king and the Prince of Wales were expected to make separate trips to America in 2026. At the time, a source told the outlet it was “highly likely” the king would make the trip in April. Later in the year, William was expected to travel to North America when the U.S. hosts the FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico.
In late March, Buckingham Palace announced the king and queen would visit the United States in April.

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According to the outlet, William would attend as patron of the Football Association if plans were finalized. England’s match is scheduled to be played in New Jersey on June 27.
British royals expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital she wouldn’t be surprised if William and his family considered a quick summer getaway to America.

Prince William studies his personalized Wrexham football shirt while walking on the Racecourse Ground pitch with Wrexham AFC co-chairman Rob McElhenney on St. David’s Day, March 1, 2024, in Wrexham, Wales. (Chris Jackson/AFP/Getty Images)
“Prince William loves football,” Fordwich said. “He’s spoken about loving the atmosphere and camaraderie among football fans. Given the camaraderie surrounding World Cup matches, his role as heir to the throne, along with his 20 years serving as president and patron of the Football Association, makes it possible he’ll come to the U.S. to cheer England on. He’s also said he believes England can win the World Cup again, after last doing so in 1966.”
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Prince George and Prince William cheer at the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa at Parc des Princes in Paris on April 9, 2025. (Pierre Suu/Getty Images)
“I don’t think we can rule out a potential trip to the U.S. this summer, particularly after King Charles’ highly praised visit and amid a broader sense that Princess Kate is gradually returning to a more ‘normal’ public rhythm following the disruptions of the past few years,” royal commentator Amanda Matta told Fox News Digital.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, departs Westminster Abbey after attending the Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving during ANZAC Day commemorations in London on April 25, 2026. (Karwai Tang/WireImage)
“It would make sense for the Wales family to become more visible internationally again,” Matta said. “There have already been rumors circulating that William and Princess Kate could make an appearance in the States connected to America’s 250th birthday commemorations. Given William’s well-known love of football, I could absolutely see a World Cup appearance being folded into a broader ‘soft diplomacy’ trip.”
Still, Matta pointed out there’s no public indication from the palace that any plans are in the works.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, Prince William and Prince George attended the Easter Matins Service at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor, England, on April 5, 2026. (Mark Cuthbert/UK Press/Getty Images)
“Symbolically, a Wales family appearance here would reinforce the monarchy’s continued investment in its relationship with America,” said Matta. “For William and Catherine, it would also be a moment to showcase the next generation of the royal family on the international stage.”
If the family moves forward with plans, Andersen said, they would face a unique travel arrangement.

Prince George and Catherine, Princess of Wales, attend the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Nov. 8, 2025, ahead of Remembrance Day commemorations. (Jack Taylor/Pool/AFP)
“My sources tell me that the Princess of Wales is along for the ride, and for one inescapable reason,” Andersen said. “Following royal protocol and to protect the line of succession, direct heirs to the throne are barred from traveling together, a rule that took effect when George turned 12 last year.
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Prince George and Prince William attended the UEFA EURO final match between Spain and England at Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14, 2024. (Jean Catuffe/Getty Images)
“The same was true for William, who began flying separately from Charles after turning 12. William could ask the king for special permission to fly together as a family, but that seems unlikely. Enter Princess Kate, a famously doting mother, who is not about to let her eldest son, who turns 13 in July, fly across the Atlantic without being accompanied by a parent.”
A stateside appearance from Kate would be a significant PR win for the monarchy, given her popularity among American fans.

Kate Middleton giving a speech at The Design Museum in London, circa 2023. (Richard Pohle/Pool/AFP)
“We heard a lot about the ‘soft power’ King Charles wielded during this recent trip to the U.S.,” said Andersen. “But frankly, he is a piker compared to Kate. Even more than William, Kate is shaping the image of Britain abroad. “She is really the monarchy’s biggest asset, its key to the future. … A visit would be history in the making.”

Catherine, Princess of Wales, attends a lunch at the rural Agriturismo Al Vigneto in Felino, Italy, on May 14, 2026, concluding a two-day visit to the region focused on early childhood development. (Phil Noble/Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams isn’t entirely convinced. He told Fox News Digital that despite the persistent rumors, he doesn’t believe the chances are strong that the royal children would be included in a lengthy trip. After the king’s recent visit, William may also want to press pause.

Father and son are said to be passionate football fans. (Samir Hussein/WireImage/Getty Images)
“This is likely to be saved for another occasion, although given the closeness of the U.K. and the U.S. over the last 250 years, it would align with the king’s sentiments expressed during those speeches on his state visit,” he said. “They could be followed by a gesture of affection on such a special occasion.”
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Christopher Andersen described Kate Middleton as a doting mother who wouldn’t want her eldest son Prince George to travel without a parent by his side. (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
“Prince William is immensely popular on both sides of the Atlantic, according to polls,” Fordwich said. “Seeing him as an ‘everyman’ football fan would no doubt further boost his popularity.”
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The move represents a significant coup for the Lariani, who have managed to convince the 27-year-old that his future lies at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. According to Sky Sport Italia, after weeks of speculation regarding his departure from Stamford Bridge, an agreement on the base of €35 million including bonuses is now within reach.
Chalobah broke into the Chelsea senior team in 2018, which gave him the opportunity to work with Fabregas for a year (albeit without ever playing together in a competitive game), and they are now set to reunite in Italy.
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5 Western New York Restaurants Featured On Food Network
The Food Network is a big fan of Western New York and over the years there have been plenty of restaurants that have been featured on the network.
From the home of the “Buffalo Wing” to a very famous butcher that everyone knows in Buffalo, here are five spots that have been featured on the Food Network.
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1. Anchor Bar – The home of the “Original Buffalo Wing”, the Anchor Bar has been featured on several different shows on the Food Network. Some of the shows include Food Wars, Food Paradise, and Throw Down with Bobby Flay.

2. Las Puertas Buffalo – Located at 385 Rhode Island Street in Downtown Buffalo, Las Puertas was featured on the show “Best Thing I Ever Ate” during the episode “In the Last Place You’d Expect”

3. Schwabl’s – Known for their Beef on Weck, Schwabl’s, located on Center Road in West Seneca, was featured on the show “No Reservations”

4. Charlie the Butcher’s Kitchen – Another Buffalo spot known for its Beef on Weck, Charlie the Butcher’s Kitchen on Wehrle Drive was featured on the show “Best Thing I Ever Ate”

5. Duff’s Wings – Another wing spot was highlighted on the Food Network. Duff’s was featured on the show “Food Wars”

And since Buffalo is known for its wings, here is a bonus wing spot that was featured on Food Network.
BONUS: Wing Kings – It’s Buffalo, so you know people from all over the world come for the wings. Wing Kings, located on Elmwood Ave, was featured on the show “Food Paradise”.

Many more restaurants like Grover’s, The Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub, and Mulberry Italian Ristorante have also been featured on Triple D “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives”
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‘Today’ Intruder Arrested After Lunging at Craig Melvin and Yelling Racial Slur
In a frightening moment Thursday morning, a man bypassed security at the “Today” show set at 30 Rockefeller Center and was arrested after he lunged at Craig Melvin and shouted the N-word at the co-anchor.
The incident happened at around 9 a.m. ET and was not captured on the “Today” broadcast. It was first reported by TMZ. Citing law enforcement sources, the outlet said the intruder was trying to locate longtime “Today” weatherman and personality Al Roker. When he couldn’t find Roker, the man confronted Melvin — lunging at him while yelling the N-word. The man was arrested and nobody was physically injured.
Melvin, on Friday morning’s “Today” broadcast, briefly addressed the incident to viewers. “You may have heard that unfortunately an intruder made his way into an unauthorized area here at Studio 1A,” he said. “Thankfully, he was apprehended quickly. He was placed under arrest. We are cooperating fully with the NYPD as they investigate the matter. And we are just very happy that everyone is safe.”
In a statement Thursday, NBC News confirmed “a security incident this morning” at the “Today” show studio and said that it is “cooperating fully with law enforcement as they investigate the matter.”
“An individual entered an unauthorized area in a vestibule near Studio 1A. The person approached anchor Craig Melvin, who alerted security,” NBC News’ statement said. “The individual was detained and taken into custody by law enforcement without further incident. There was no altercation, and no one was injured.”
The statement continued: “NBC and ‘Today’ take the safety and security of our employees, talent, staff and guests extremely seriously. We are reviewing the incident and our security protocols and remain committed to providing a safe and secure environment for everyone who works at and visits our studios.”
On Thursday afternoon, Melvin wrote in a post on X, “I’ve heard from so many of you over the last few hours. I’m doing just fine. Thanks for reaching out. I’m looking forward to seeing you tomorrow morning on @TODAYshow.” He also included NBC News’ statement.
Sources said that after the suspect entered the lobby of Studio 1A, he proceeded through the first-floor gold doors. There he engaged in a brief verbal exchange in the staircase of the building with Melvin, who followed the individual back into the lobby where the individual was temporarily detained by 30 Rockefeller security. An NYPD officer then entered the lobby and placed the subject into handcuffs.
An NYPD media spokesperson told Variety that on Thursday, July 16, at approximately 8:57 a.m., “a uniformed officer assigned to 30 Rockefeller Center was alerted to a disorderly individual inside the building. Immediately thereafter, the responding officer entered into the building and placed the individual in custody without incident. There were no injuries reported, and the investigation remains active and ongoing. Charges are pending.”
Melvin was named a co-anchor of “Today” in 2018 and in January 2025 replaced Hoda Kotb as Savannah Guthrie’s co-anchor in the show’s first two hours. He also serves as a co-host of the third hour of “Today” and a host of syndicated “Dateline NBC” broadcasts. Melvin has worked with and for NBC for years. In 2008, Melvin joined WRC, NBC’s Washington, D.C., station, where he started anchoring weekend newscasts. He joined MSNBC in 2011.
Separately, Guthrie announced on Thursday’s “Today” telecast that she will be stepping away from the show for several weeks to film the new Wordle game show she is hosting. “I’m headed over to shoot ‘Wordle’ over the next few weeks,” Guthrie told viewers. “We’re going to shoot the whole season, and we’re super excited. Cannot wait for everyone to see it.”
Announced in May, NBC greenlit the Guthrie-hosted “Wordle” show, set to premiere in 2027. It’s being produced by Jimmy Fallon and the New York Times, which owns and operates the game after acquiring it in 2022.
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