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Timeline: Bullying Allegations, Rumors, Investigations, and Leaks

Unless cited, all links from the Daily Mail. Apologies, but all links are "active" webpages. There's just too many. I specifically chose the DM because they always TL;DR their articles, which I'm including here so y'all don't have to go click these links.

This is going to be a little bit of a differently-formatted timeline.

These items in bold red are critical rota stories that sort of blew things open, if you will. These ones will have excerpts.

These items in bold purple are Tumblr gossip.

Let's jump in! One quick disclaimer first: This isn't an exhaustive list. this is only what I've been able to dig up today.

10/28/2018: The real Charles revealed: William’s wild mood swings, Harry’s pre-wedding meltdown and how the Prince of Wales finally earned his boys’ respect, as revealed by his biographer ROBERT JOBSON

The weeks leading up to the wedding had been far more tense for both Harry and Meghan than most people realised. In fact, they’d both felt so stressed that they’d booked a series of appointments with Ross Barr, known as ‘the acupuncturist to the stars’. Whether these treatments had much impact on Harry is debatable. In the build-up to the wedding, says an inside source, he was ‘petulant and short-tempered’ with members of staff. Raising his voice on occasion, Harry would insist: ‘What Meghan wants, she gets.’

11/8/2018: ‘Meghan cannot have whatever she wants’: The Queen ‘had words’ with Harry over his ‘difficult’ bride-to-be’s choice of wedding tiara, royal insider claims

Meghan Markle reportedly wanted a tiara with emeralds for her wedding day 

But stones may have been Russian so she had to choose another, it was claimed

Prince Harry allegedly 'hit the roof' when told the headpiece was off-limits

Queen 'had words' with Prince Harry about Meghan, a royal insider claims

Source said Her Majesty said: 'She gets what tiara she's given by me' 

11/9/2018: MAJ RAPPED MEG The Queen warned Prince Harry over Meghan Markle’s ‘difficult’ behavior after row over bride’s tiara for royal wedding by Dan Wootton of The Sun

11/10/2018: CDAN Blind. This came out a couple of weeks after tumblr (the old TCD blog) got a massive dose of Aussie tea. Scroll down to August 2019 for those stories.

Apparently the diva behavior on a recent trip was nothing compared to the verbally abusive thrashing the employee took on that trip when things were not perfect. The employee threatened to sue because of how bad the abuse was which would have become public. The employee instead was given a check and an apology by the in-laws of the former actress turned abuser.

11/15/2018: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge join youngsters on The One Show sofa to speak about new anti-bullying app (with Kate in another recycled dress by Emilia Wickstead). This event was the day after Charles’s 70th birthday bash at BP, to which Meghan wore the blood earrings again and the gossip leaked that the Sussexes left early.

11/15/2018: Prince William accuses Facebook of putting ‘profits before values’ as he slams social media giants for being ‘on the back foot’ in fight against fake news, privacy and cyber bullying

11/17/2018: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle change plans to move into Kensington Palace apartment as resident Royal ‘doesn’t want to leave’ by The Sun. This was the first time that rumors of a rift between the Cambridges and the Sussexes over behavior/attitude were published by the printed press.

Kensington Palace isn’t short of luxury accommodation, with Prince William and Kate Middleton living in a lavish 20-room apartment in the grounds. And it is also the residence of The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. The Queen’s cousin, The Duke of Gloucester, 74, and his wife Birgitte, 72, live next door to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in their grand 21-room apartment. Prince Harry is said to have been eyeing up the property as the perfect place to raise a family. But a source claims Danish-born Brigitte is refusing to move. The Mail quoted a friend of Duchess of Gloucester saying: “Birgitte doesn’t want to leave. “And why should she? She and her husband are still full-time working members of The Firm and they were given their apartment by Her Majesty.”

Many blogs read the bolded section above as Harry and Meghan were pushing the Gloucesters hard to move out of KP #1. Not necessarily bullying them, but...not being nice about it either.

11/25/2018: MEGGING A MOVE Prince Harry told staff ‘What Meghan wants, Meghan gets’ as it’s claimed couple are moving away from Wills and Kate to flee ‘goldfish bowl’ Royal life by The Sun

11/26/2018: Is Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton’s rift causing tension between Harry and William and behind Windsor move?

11/28/2018: Meghan Markle ‘left Kate Middleton in tears’ over her strict demands for Princess Charlotte’s bridesmaid’s dress by Jack Royston, The Sun.

This is one of the earliest "admissions" that Meghan sends the staff emails out of business hours.

Rumours of a rift between the duchesses swirled after royal sources revealed emotional Kate, 36, ended up weeping. An insider claimed the incident followed a “stressful” dress fitting — just weeks before Meghan, 37, married Prince Harry. Royal aides did not deny the incident had taken place, amid claims that the duchesses are “very ­different people”. Princess Charlotte, three, had been trying on her outfit just weeks before Meghan’s wedding to Prince Harry. Meghan, 37, is understood to have insisted on “the very best” for her big day — but the fitting did not go according to her demands. Royal sources said the pressure of the “stressful” fitting became too much for her now sister-in-law, and that Duchess of Cambridge Kate was left shaken and in tears. An insider told the Daily Telegraph: “Kate had only just given birth to her third child, Prince Louis, and was feeling quite ­emotional.” The reported incident sparked rumours of a rift between Kate and the Duchess of Sussex. The duchesses are understood to have put the incident behind them.

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Concerns have surfaced that American actress Meghan has at times struggled to fit into royal circles. Sources claimed she regularly “bombarded” staff with early morning calls and emails.

12/11/2018: How royal staff are calling Meghan Duchess Difficult as 2nd aide exits by The Daily Express. This is the first recording of "Duchess Difficult" in the printed press and the first hints that Harry may have confronted William about Meghan's red carpet welcome into the BRF.

The Duchess let slip recently that she's not sleeping well and has resorted to 4.30am yoga sessions to help her relax. However, her early starts, also said to involve firing off emails, aren't to everyone's taste and Meghan will soon have to find an aide more in tune with her lifestyle.

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Kate was reported to have become upset by the manner in which Meghan speaks to staff and although this has been denied by Kensington Palace it has not stopped the chatter that all is not harmonious.

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According to one insider, Harry, who is notoriously protective when it comes to his new wife and is desperate for her to enjoy her official duties, is said to be unimpressed with the welcome William has given Meghan. He feels his older brother could have done more, including ensuring that Kate took the American under her wing. Harry, 34, is said to be mindful of how isolated and miserable his mother, Diana, became. In a TV appearance in February, involving the so-called Fab Four of William, Harry, Kate and Meghan, there was an awkward moment when the group was asked about whether they had disagreements. “Oh yes," said William, while Harry tried to make light of the issue by joking that they came "thick and fast". But the insider says: "Harry won't take any criticism of Meghan and he is so sensitive that he often sees criticism or negativity when there isn't any."

12/18/2018: Meghan’s supposedly banned Harry from a traditional shoot, staff are leaving, and it’s claimed courtiers were aghast when this starry picture was (briefly) online. Now, RICHARD KAY asks…Duchess Difficult - or just defiantly different?

Meghan's appearances seem more flashy than other members of Royal Family 

Two days after Fashion Awards show, Duchess of Cornwall posed with donkey

Photo from night was posted on Fashion Council's Instagram but quickly deleted

The Queen is said to be determined to 'not allow Meghan to feel unwelcome' 

2/6/2019: Meghan Markle’s Best Friends Break Their Silence: ‘We Want to Speak the Truth’ (People 5 Friends article)

2/6/2019: ‘Please stop victimizing me, Dad’: Meghan sent her estranged father a letter after her wedding begging him to stop attacking her in the media - and he responded by asking for a photo shoot

Meghan wrote the letter to her dad, Thomas Markle, shortly after her wedding to Prince Harry 

'I have one father. Please stop victimizing me through the media,' she wrote

Friends say Thomas Markle responded by asking Meghan for a photo shoot

'I think she'll always feel genuinely devastated by what he has done,' friends said

Those friends who spoke out said they are concerned about how the 'emotional trauma' of dealing with her father might be affecting Meghan's unborn baby

The five anonymous friends�� also rejected rumors she was feuding with her sister-in-law Kate Middleton

'There is nothing behind the feud with Kate,' they said. 'It's completely untrue'

2/6/2019: Samantha Markle calls out sister Meghan for ‘bulsshit’ story in which ‘imaginary’ pals praised the pregnant princess saying she is nothing but a ‘wealthy narcissist’ with ‘lie-abetes’

2/7/2019: ‘Harry will be the BEST dad!’ Meghan praises her husband - amid claims she is suffering ‘emotional trauma’ over feud with her own father - as royal couple dazzle at the Endeavour Fund Awards in London. (This is Meghan's cater waiter outfit.)

4/12/2019: The Meghan Markle ‘Duchess Difficult’ Rumors Just Won’t Stop - and This One is Bizarre by Glamour Magazine. I'm including this one because it cites a few Sun articles that are no longer accessible.

According to The Sun, staff members at Frogmore Cottage, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's new home, have been "banned" from using the parking lot closest to the residence and instead must use the one a mile away. The sources who spoke to The Sun seem to confirm a change in parking permits is happening, but here's the kicker: It was reportedly the superintendent of the castle's decision, not Markle's. And yet all the tabloids reporting this story are making it seem as though Markle woke up and randomly decreed, "You know what would be fun? Forcing all the staff members to walk a mile to work each day." The headline in one article starts with "Not in Meg Back Yard," which is apparently the acronym insiders are using to describe this change. That makes it sound like Markle is the one behind the choice.

8/18/2019: Massive Aussie tea and bullying/rude behavior compilation thread posted on Tumblr by The Charlatan Duchess. Original Aussie tea was first published in October 2018 but I can’t find any of the original posts to verify a specific date - all those blogs seem to have been deactivated. Includes gossip/tea about:

Admiralty House/Australia tour

Rumors from Toronto days

Behavior towards customer service staff/industry

“Use and abuse” treatment of entertainment industry staffers

Morocco tour

Birmingham UK visit

Cliveden House/Royal Wedding Eve

Wimbledon 2019 clearout

Vogue and Met Gala

Michelle Obama’s book-reading

South Africa

Attitude towards nannies

10/2/2019: Instagram will roll out its anti-bullying ‘Restrict’ tool to all users so they can avoid nasty commenters without being caught reporting or blocking people

10/28/2019: Author Matt Haig whose poem Meghan Markle included in her Vogue issue defends Duchess against ‘bullies’ - saying ‘you can be famous and struggle’

6/14/2020: Meghan Markle’s painful dilemma: They’re as close as sisters but will she now ditch her best friend Jessica Mulroney after ‘racist bully shame’?

3/2/2021: Royal aides reveal bullying claim before Meghan’s Oprah interview by Valentine Low for The Times - Archived link

(go ahead and give the whole thing a read)

3/2/2021: Buckingham Palace insists it DIDN’T smear Meghan after she accused aides of a ‘calculated campaign’ against her - after ex-staff claim she ‘bullied two PAs’ and ‘drove them out’ of Kensington Palace, four days before explosive Oprah interview will be aired

The Times reported a spokesman for the Sussexes vehemently denying the claims, saying they were 'the victims of a calculated smear campaign based on misleading and harmful misinformation'

A bullying complaint was lodged against the Duchess of Sussex by a senior member of Kensington Palace staff before she and Prince Harry quit as working royals

The Times reported it was made in October 2018 by Jason Knauf, who worked as communications secretary to Harry and Meghan

He is said to have claimed the duchess 'drove two personal assistants out of the household and was undermining the confidence of a third staff member' 

Sensationally, the couple's lawyers told the newspaper it was 'being used by Buckingham Palace to peddle a wholly false narrative' before this weekend's interview with Oprah Winfrey 

3/2/2021: Meghan Markle ‘Saddened’ by ‘Attack on Her Character’ amid Bullying Allegations from Palace Staffers by People Magazine

"The Duchess is saddened by this latest attack on her character, particularly as someone who has been the target of bullying herself and is deeply committed to supporting those who have experienced pain and trauma," a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE. "She is determined to continue her work building compassion around the world and will keep striving to set an example for doing what is right and doing what is good."

3/3/2021: Buckingham Palaces releases a statement concerning the bullying allegations reported by The Times

3/3/2021: Royals’ Meghan ‘bully’ crisis: As Buckingham Palace launches an unprecedented investigation into sensational bullying claims against Meghan, make no mistake this is a crisis that echoes the Abdication, writes Richard Kay

Meghan Markle is the subject of bullying complaints from her former royal aides in a leaked email 

Jason Knauf alleged she forced two assistants out of the household amid claims of 'emotional cruelty' 

Buckingham Palace is launching an unprecedented investigation into the allegations, deepening the crisis

3/3/2021: Meghan makes jaw-dropping claim the Royal Family has ‘perpetuated falsehoods’ about her and Harry in Oprah interview teaser released just hours after Palace launched sensational probe into allegations she bullied staff

CBS has released a second clip previewing Sunday night's Oprah Winfrey interview with Meghan and Harry

In the clip, the Duchess of Sussex is seen sitting alone talking to the talk show host

She is asked by Winfrey whether she had worried about the consequences of speaking out

Markle replies that she felt she had no choice, because the Royal Family were 'perpetuating falsehoods'

She said that, despite the risk of 'losing things', she felt that 'there is a lot that has been lost already'

The clip, recorded several weeks ago, aired on the day Buckingham Palace announced a bullying inquiry

The inquiry was launched after The Times on Tuesday reported allegations of bullying by the duchess's staff 

3/3/2021: ‘I can’t ever see those two back on the balcony’: Palace launches probe into Meghan bullying claims - leaving past and present Royal staff ‘shaken’ by ‘unhappy memories’ being brought up about a particularly ‘toxic period.’

Meghan allegedly inflicted 'emotional cruelty' on aides and 'drove them out' 

Harry and his wife were both also labelled 'outrageous bullies' in allegations 

'Broken' aides told of feeling humiliated, 'sick', 'terrified', left 'shaking' with fear 

Buckingham Palace announced a formal probe into the allegations in statement 

3/3/2021: Revenge of the Sussex survivors’ club: The extraordinary inside story of how a fairytale turned into a nightmare of ‘traumatised’ staff - by Royal Editor REBECCA ENGLISH, who saw so much of it herself

Members of 'Sussex Survivors' Club' worked for couple and lived to tell the tale 

Include US spin doctor Jason Knauf & Aussie private secretary Samantha Cohen

Some even believe they may have form of post-traumatic stress from experience 

But I have personally witnessed more than one member of staff driven to tears by the treatment they were subjected to by the duke and duchess before the couple acrimoniously quit as working royals. One person sobbed down the phone to me after a particularly harrowing day. They clearly felt emotionally broken and could no longer cope with the pressure they were being subjected to. Others have indicated to me they were being asked to behave in a manner they did not feel professionally comfortable with, particularly in their dealings with the media. Several aides have also told me that Meghan in particular was very good at 'drawing' staff into her confidence, flattering them as if they were the only person in the world she could trust and asking them to help her with various duties.

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Toxic, hostile, distrustful, poisonous: all words I have heard regularly used over the past few years to describe people's experiences working in the Sussexes' household.

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But I have since been told that this popular aide was deeply unhappy about her experience working for the duchess and had been 'desperate' to get out as long as she could professionally put a brave face on it. Likewise a third member of staff. Mr Knauf makes clear in his email, as reported by The Times, that he was also concerned about the couple's hugely experienced deputy private secretary, Samantha Cohen. She had worked for the Queen for more than 20 years and was personally persuaded by the monarch to stay on and help the couple navigate their first few years of royal life. He indicated that she was experiencing extreme stress and said: 'I questioned if the Household policy on bullying and harassment applies to principals [the term used to refer to a member of the royal family].' One source tells me wryly, with an eye to Meghan's much-hyped championing of female empowerment: 'Note that everyone concerned was a woman.' Another adds: 'Sam always made clear that it was like working for a couple of teenagers. They were impossible and pushed her to the limit. She was miserable.'

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The Times also makes reference to an incident during the couple's tour to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga in 2018, which was a particularly difficult one for all concerned, Meghan included. She was, of course, pregnant at the time. The newspaper reports how Meghan cut short a visit to a market in Fiji because she was concerned about the presence of a UN organisation promoting women, with which she had worked before and made clear she no longer wished to have anything to do with. At the time officials had suggested that it was because it was humid and the crowd was oppressive in the market. I was there at the time and witnessed Meghan turn and 'hiss' at a member of her entourage, clearly incandescent with rage about something, and demand to leave. I later saw that same – female – highly distressed member of staff sitting in an official car, with tears running down her face. Our eyes met and she lowered hers, humiliation etched on her features. At the time I was unable to document anything as I couldn't conclusively link the two incidents together, despite my suspicions. I have subsequently found out from other sources that my instincts were right.

3/4/2021: Duchesses at war: Meghan ‘blamed Kate and Camilla for leaking stories about her’, claims aide amid raging royal war - as at least TEN palace staff say they will cooperate with ‘bullying’ probe

Meghan and Harry felt stories were briefed by Kate, Camilla or Charles' households, the Palace insider said

Claimed couple 'assumed men in grey suits were obsessed with destroying them' during in Kensington Palace

Revelations came after Meghan was accused of 'driving out' two PAs and shattering the confidence of another

One former aide branded  Prince Harry and his wife 'outrageous bullies' in The Times earlier this week

Meghan said newspaper was 'being used by Buckingham Palace to peddle a wholly false narrative' about her

Comes ahead of Meghan and Harry's bombshell tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey to be aired in the UK

3/4/2021: Meghan Markle’s ‘furious rows’ with aides over designer freebies: Staff warned Duchess it breached royal protocol to keep free clothes at time of bullying allegations, sources claim

Meghan Markle, 39, clashed with royal aides over freebie designer clothes 

Sources revealed designer outfits were sent to Kensington Palace for Duchess 

Insider said she 'had to be told it was not the done thing when you are a royal'  

Duchess has been accused of 'driving out' two PAs and acting like 'a bully'

Said to shatter confidence of another member of Kensington Palace staff 

Lawyers for the Sussexes have vehemently denied they have bullied or mistreated staff 

3/4/2021: ‘We can FINALLY tell the truth’: Former Royal aide who claims she was ‘bullied by Meghan Markle’ welcomes Palace probe and hopes it will put pressure on her and Harry to provide evidence

Meghan allegedly inflicted 'emotional cruelty' on aides and 'drove them out' 

Harry and his wife were both also labelled 'outrageous bullies' in allegations 

'Broken' aides told of feeling humiliated, 'sick', 'terrified', left 'shaking' with fear 

Buckingham Palace announced a formal probe into the allegations in statement

One alleged victim: 'We'll finally be able to tell the truth. It's not going to be easy' 

3/5/2021: EXCLUSIVE: ‘What’s done is done!’ Friends of Meghan say she would never postpone tell-all Oprah interview and clam palace is using Prince Philip’s health as an ‘excuse to keep her muzzled’

Mounting pressure has been put on Meghan and Harry to push back the much-anticipated interview special out of respect for Prince Philip's health 

'Even if Meghan had the choice to postpone the Oprah special she said she wouldn't,' a friend of the Sussexes tells DailyMail.com

The Duke of Edinburgh, 99, underwent heart surgery this week 

According to the well-placed  source,  the interview 'has absolutely nothing to do with Prince Philip and that this is just an excuse by the palace to keep her muzzled'

'Meghan said now the whole world can see what she had to endure for months on end,' they added

On Wednesday Buckingham Palace announced an inquiry into Meghan's behavior after The Times reported allegations of bullying by the duchess's staff 

'[Meghan] said these outrageous allegations confirm why she and Harry had to part ways and make it their mission to be a voice for the underdog,' they said 

3/5/2021: CBS releases new clip from bombshell interview: Meghan claims she was stopped by Palace aides from talking to Oprah ‘personally’ when host tried to set up interview with her before her wedding and says that she’s now ‘ready to talk’

Fourth clip from Oprah interview airs on CBS This Morning ahead of premiere on US network on Sunday night

Duchess of Sussex claims royal aides blocked her from having a personal conversation with Oprah Winfrey

Meghan says she remembers chat with Oprah 'very well' and there had to be other people in the same room

She adds that it's 'really liberating to be able to have the right and the privilege' to say 'Yes, I'm ready to talk'

Two-hour interview which also features Prince Harry will have its UK premiere on ITV next Monday at 9pm 

3/5/2021: Meghan Markle’s make-up artist BFF Daniel Martin shares a defiant poem claiming ‘the world cannot overcome her’ as he speaks out amid bombshell claims she bullied staff at Kensington Palace

Daniel, from New York, joined army of Meghan's pals who leapt to her defence

This week allegations were made that the Duchess of Sussex bullied former aides, 'driving out' two PAs and shattering confidence of another staff member 

Daniel shared a poem by Lao Tzu, a 4th century Taoist author and thinker

He accompanied candid snap of him applying blusher to the Duchess's cheeks

3/5/2021: Meghan’s best friend from college Lindsay Roth defends her from bombshell claims she bullied staff and claims that ‘goodwill runs in her bones’

Lindsay Jill Roth, Meghan Markle's best friend from college, rushed to her defense on Thursday amid bullying claims

The producer said in an Instagram post that 'goodwill runs in her bones'

She also branded the Duchess an 'altruistic, magnanimous friend'

The pair met while they were at Northwestern University 17 years ago 

Roth shared pictures from their graduation and her wedding day

Her comments came amid allegations Meghan bullied former aides, 'driving out' two PAs and shattering the confidence of another staff member

And ahead of Meghan and Harry's tell-all Oprah interview to be aired Sunday

3/11/2021: ‘Perhaps they can finally set the record state about me’: Meghan Markle’s biographer Omid Scobie quotes email he claims she sent to Kensington Palace over flower girl row with Kate - so who showed him the message?

Author of Finding Freedom claims Meghan emailed royal aide over the claims 

She allegedly asked if Kensington Palace could 'finally set the record straight' 

Meghan claimed this week it was Kate who made her cry in reported dress feud 

3/17/2021: Givenchy Anon

Meghan made Kate cry.

Bullied Charlotte, mocked and made fun of her voice

Screamed at the staff

Slapped one of the staff who was fitting her

Meghan encouraged Ivy to pick on Charlotte, to the point where Charlotte was pulled out of the fittings and her dress was made based on Florence van Cutsem’s measurements

Flower crowns for bridesmaids was given at the last minute

9/25/2021: The Meghan Paradox: Royal author ANDREW MORTON explores how she preaches compassion, yet cast her own father into outer darkness and claims she’s the victim of uncaring Royals, yet in truth was welcomed with open arms

11/29/2021: Meghan’s lawyer denies the Duchess of Sussex ever bullied staff in bombshell BBC documentary - saying she didn’t ‘repeatedly and deliberately hurt someone’ but adds she ‘wouldn’t want to negate anyone’s personal experiences’

Meghan allegedly inflicted 'emotional cruelty' on aides and 'drove them out'

Harry and his wife were both also labelled 'outrageous bullies' in allegations 

'Broken' aides told of feeling humiliated, 'sick', 'terrified', left 'shaking' with fear

Tonight her lawyer told BBC programme she did not carry out any bullying

But she added:  'She wouldn’t want to negate anyone’s personal experiences’

12/3/2021: Duchess of Cambridge was left in tears after confronting Meghan Markle over ‘bullying of Palace staff’ just days before the royal wedding, Camilla pal Kirstie Allsopp claims

Duchess of Cambridge was reportedly left in tears after row with Meghan Markle

The infamous argument came days before Meghan and Harry's wedding in 2018

Kirstie Allsopp has claimed the row was about claims Meghan had bullied staff

It has previously been claimed that the argument was over flower girl dresses

In her Oprah interview, Meghan had claimed that she was the one who had cried 

12/10/2021: Is Meghan ‘bullying’ probe being kicked into long grass? Buckingham Palace inquiry into allegations the Duchess of Sussex bullied staff only interviews ‘a tiny handful’ of people who worked for her

Revelation prompted fears the investigation is being 'kicked into the long grass'

Palace aides announced in March that they were launching an internal inquiry 

Staff were said to have been left in tears and feeling 'traumatised' 

1/6/2022: Damaging bullying claims are used ‘very casually’ over allegations Meghan Markle mistreated palace staff, duchess’s lawyer tells BBC’s Amol Rajan

Meghan Markle's lawyer Jenny Afia of Schillings claims allegations of bullying are used 'very casually'  

Miss Afia tells BBC that the word 'bullying' is a 'very, very damaging term... particularly for career women'

She spoke to Amol Rajan in podcast based on controversial royal documentary which aired last November

1/22/2022: Prince Andrew should be subject of bullying probe over ‘12 complaints’ made by Palace staff over ‘overbearing and verbally abusive’ behavior, according to a formal royal protection officer

Paul Page worked in the Royal Protection Command from 1998 until 2004

He has claimed he personally made three separate complaints to the Palace

Speaking to The Sunday Mirror, he said he is aware of 'at least a dozen' others

He alleged his complaints during his time working for the Palace were ignored 

Mr Page has now called on the palace to launch an investigation into Andrew

6/29/2022: Meghan ‘bullying’ inquiry buried: Findings of Palace probe into claims duchess drove out two ‘traumatised’ assistants will NEVER be made public…and even those who took part ‘haven’t been told the outcome’

Meghan is alleged to have ‘belittled’ two female assistants out of Royal service

Royal aides admitted for the first time that findings will never be made public  

Those who took part in the inquiry are said to not be told what the outcome is

Palace confirms that it's concluded and ‘recommendations' will be taken forward

6/30/2022: Palace aides’ refusal to publish findings of Meghan ‘bullying’ probe is an ‘olive branch’ to the Sussexes as royals face the prospect of release of Prince Harry’s memoir, say experts

Meghan is alleged to have ‘belittled’ two female assistants out of Royal service in claims that emerged in 2021

Royal aides who gave evidence have admitted for the first time that findings will never be made public 

Palace confirms that it's concluded and ‘recommendations' will be taken forward but will not publish report

6/30/2022: Buckingham Palace faces questions over Meghan ‘bullying’ probe as it ‘revises’ its HR policies in wake of inquiry but keeps its findings a SECRET…with even those who took part ‘not aware of the outcome’

Meghan is alleged to have ‘belittled’ two female assistants out of Royal service in claims that emerged in 2021

Royal aides who gave evidence have admitted for the first time that findings will never be made public 

Palace confirms that it's concluded and ‘recommendations' will be taken forward but will not publish report

6/30/2022: What do the Palace fear revealing about ‘Duchess Difficult’? Staff say they were ‘traumatised’ by Meghan’s behavior. But her defenders say she just had high standards. As a report into the episode is buried, RICHARD KAY examines the history of the saga.

9/21/2022: Ben Goldsmith claims Meghan Markle is disliked in Britain NOT because of racism but ‘because she is a manipulative bully who got found out’

Ben is a non-executive board member for the Department of Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs; brother to government minister Zac Goldsmith

9/24/2022: Palace aides take revenge on the ‘Difficult Duchess’: Insiders claim Meghan ‘moaned she wasn’t getting PAID for royal tours, agreed to Oprah interview SIX months before Megxit and reduced staff to tears with bullying and tantrums’ - in bombshell new book

Explosive extracts of Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Crown by Valentine Low were published today   

Meghan did not understand why she had to shake people's hands during a tour of Australia, they revealed 

Sources claim Meghan bullied her staff who were 'terrified', 'broken' and 'destroyed' by her treatment of them

The book details a meeting where Meghan allegedly criticised a young female member in front of colleagues

9/24/2022: Meghan’s aides branded her a ‘narcissistic sociopath’ over her demanding behavior - and gave themselves the name ‘Sussex Survivors Club’, new book claims

New book claims that Meghan Markle's aides, the 'Sussex Survivors' Club', called her a 'narcissistic sociopath'

Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind The Crown describes Sussexes' deteriorating relationship with staff

Book also claims that staff became convinced the Duchess wanted to show how the institution failed her

Some of Ms Markle's staff suspected that she left her Royal duties behind because she wanted to make money

10/25/2022: Meghan says ‘Duchess Difficult’ label was racist, connects it to the ‘Angry Black Woman’ archetype during a very special episode of her podcast

1/8/2023: Harry and Meghan’s 25-page rebuttal of bullying claims: Prince rails against royal staff ‘lies’ about his wife in book - and reveals couple filed hefty report ‘full of evidence’ to challenge claims

In his book Prince Harry says claims his wife Meghan Markle bullied staff are a lie

The Duke says he and Meghan produced a 25-page report to clear her name

She was accused of screaming and reducing royal household staff to tears

4/15/2024: Royal aide Samantha ‘the Panther’ Cohen confirms she was one of 10 courtiers interviewed over claims Meghan Markle ‘bullied’ Palace staff - as she reveals the late Queen ‘loved it’ when things went wrong

4/16/2024: Ex-Harry and Meghan aide Samantha ‘the Panther’ Cohen says palace staff struggled to find her successor as private secretary - and would-be replacement quit while ‘being shown the ropes’ on tour to Africa

4/24/2024: Buckingham Palace must release ruling over Meghan Markle staff bullying allegations, royal expert tells latest episode of YouTube talk show The Reaction

8/15/2024: RICHARD EDEN: The real reason Harry and Meghan have just lost their 18th staff member…according to my source

My first inkling that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may have trouble holding onto staff came back in 2018 when I received a tip that Meghan’s personal assistant, Melissa Toubati, had quit suddenly, just six months after the American actress had married into the Royal Family. ‘It’s a real shock,’ a source told me at the time. ‘Why would she want to leave such a prestigious job so soon?��� Officials usually decline to discuss staffing matters, so it took me aback when a senior Palace source chose to pay tribute to her publicly. ‘Melissa is a hugely talented person,’ the source said. ‘She played a pivotal role in the success of the royal wedding and will be missed by everyone in the Royal Household.’ For someone to go out of their way to pay such fulsome tribute suggested Melissa’s colleagues were not happy with her departure. The fact she left so soon raised questions over the reasons for her exit. 

8/26/2024 - Kensington Palace insider brutal first reaction to Meghan Markle amid bullying claims, by The Mirror.

Allegations of bullying were behind Prince William's decision to split his household from Prince Harry's in 2019, according to a royal expert. William was made aware of claims that Meghan Markle had 'bullied' palace members of staff, which both the Duchess of Sussex and her husband Prince Harry have always denied. After an unsuccessful phone call to discuss matters with his brother, William decided to 'throw Harry out', Robert Lacey revealed in his book, Battle of the Brothers. Lacey further quotes a Kensington Palace courtier as saying: "Meghan portrayed herself as the victim, but she was the bully. People felt run over by her. They thought she was a complete narcissist and sociopath — basically unhinged."

[thesims4blogger]

Community Blog: “For Rent FAQ with Devs”

There’s a new blog post about The Sims 4 For Rent Expansion Pack on the official The Sims webpage. This time it’s a FAQ with the game developers.

There are a few new bits of information as well as answers to questions people have been asking on social media, so it’s worth the read. Check it out below.

The Sims 4 For Rent Expansion Pack comes out on December 7th.

New Lot Type

How many units can be contained within a residential rental?

6 Units can be made in a Residential Rental

Are there cheats to change this cap?

Yes! bb.increaserentalunitcap on/off

There is a max of 99 Units per Save.

How many Sims can live in each unit?

A full Sim household of 8 Sims can live in a Unit.

Are there loading screens when I want to visit another unit on the residential rental lot?

Yes, there will be loading screens between units, but sims from other units will use objects in the shared spaces.

How can I easily swap between household units to play? Do I have to go to manage worlds?

You can access units through manage worlds as always, but we have also added a new “Switch to Household” interaction on doors of the active residential lot so you can switch to other units more easily.

Can I build high-rises like in City Living?

You will still be limited to the existing build mode rules including number of floors and wall heights.

Where can’t I build Residential Rentals?

Sulani Waterfront Lot

Penthouse Lots

Vacation Worlds and Hidden Lots (Jungle Adventure, Batuu, Outdoor Retreat)

Can I change apartments from City Living or Eco Lifestyle to the new Residential Rentals?

Residential Rentals are brand new Lot Type with all new gameplay offered in For Rent. Existing apartments in City Living or Eco Lifestyle remain unique and separate from these new Residential Rental lot type, although Residential Rentals can be placed in lots from these worlds to add even more dimension and variety.

Can I build a Residential Rental on a Penthouse lot from City Living?

Penthouses are special lots that will not work with this venue type. Penthouses and their functionality will remain unchanged with the addition of For Rent.

Do new Residential Rental events happen on apartment lots?

We have added Maintenance Troubles as a new Lot Challenge that can be placed on any other Residential lots. The new Maintenance Events, though, can only happen on Residential Rentals by default.

Property Management

Can I own any other businesses with this pack?

You will still be able to own businesses from other packs as well as be a Property Owner for Residential Rental Lots! We do not have any new businesses added with this pack.

Do the water heater, ac units include gameplay? Do they work on lots other than Residential Rentals?

Yes there is gameplay associated with the Water Heater, Electrical Panel, AC unit, and the Radiators. Some of these will have additional gameplay when used in conjunction with Seasons.

These will work for all Residential lots, but when used in Residential Rental lots they will work for the individual units if placed inside them or for all units if placed in shared spaces.

Can a unit on a Residential Rental be a business venue/lot type?

Residential Rentals, a business in and of themselves, cannot be combined with other businesses.

Does mold cause Sims to become zombies?

Mold gameplay and associated deaths are very opt-in and easily avoidable. No Zombie outbreaks are attached to this new death type and ghost.

Closer than Ever

Will sims Snoop by themselves (autonomously)?

If Sims have the Nosy trait they will observe other Sims, but will not find out any secrets.

Are Snooping Sims Burglars? Will Burglar music play?

The iconic Sim burglar experience intrudes our thoughts for another day. Snooping and secrets are subtly different, although can be combined with Kleptomanic Trait for some fun and interesting active gameplay.

Bustling and Beautiful

How many new lots are there?

2 neighborhoods. 9 lots.

2 20×15

3 20×20

2 30×20

1 30×30

1 40×30

Do secrets and snooping work with any Sim and on any lot, or only on Residential Rentals?

Yes, these are available for all lots, not just Residential Rentals.

What new animals are in the animal sanctuary – is it a rabbithole?

The Tiger Sanctuary in Tomarang is a rabbithole activity for Sims. While your Sims adventure offscreen, you’ll navigate the best choice path to earn them cool new rewards and unlockables!

Hopscotch and Marbles – what age groups can play these activities? Is it only children?

Marbles is Child specific, but collecting Marbles is available even after you’ve become an adult.

Hopscotch was designed for Child Sims, but can be used by Teens and Up as well.

Can I ride Boats or in the Tuk Tuk?

No, Boats and Tuk Tuks are just for ambiance

[birdmorningsolutions]

Top Frontend Development Tools to Use in 2023

Front-End Web Development is a rapidly evolving field, with new tools and technologies constantly emerging. As we step into the year 2023, front-end developers are facing new challenges and opportunities in crafting engaging and responsive user interfaces. To stay ahead in this dynamic landscape, it's crucial to arm yourself with the right Frontend Development Tool. 

In this blog, we will explore the top front-end development tools that are expected to dominate the industry in 2023. From code editors and frameworks to design tools and performance optimization, these tools will help you streamline your workflow, enhance productivity, and create cutting-edge web applications that meet the demands of modern users. Let's dive into the exciting world of front-end development and discover the must-have tools for 2023!

Top Frontend Development Tools to Use in 2023:

ReactJS:

ReactJS is a popular JavaScript library used by any Frontend Development Company for building user interfaces. With its component-based architecture, React allows developers to create reusable UI components that can be easily combined to build complex web applications.

React's virtual DOM (Document Object Model) enables efficient rendering, making it highly performant for creating interactive and dynamic user interfaces. React also has a large ecosystem of supporting tools, libraries, and community resources, making it a top choice for front-end development in 2023.

Vue.js:

Vue.js is another powerful JavaScript framework for building user interfaces. Known for its simplicity and ease of integration, Vue.js offers a flexible and scalable approach to front-end development. Vue.js follows a component-based architecture similar to React, making it highly modular and easy to understand.

Vue.js also offers features like two-way data binding, computed properties, and a comprehensive template syntax that simplifies the development process. With its growing popularity and extensive documentation, Vue.js is expected to gain more traction with any Web Development Company in 2023.

Figma:

Figma is a popular design tool that has gained significant popularity in recent years. It offers a collaborative and cloud-based approach to design, allowing front-end developers to work seamlessly with designers.

Figma offers powerful design and prototyping features, such as vector editing, component libraries, and real-time collaboration, making it a go-to tool for designing modern and responsive user interfaces. Figma also offers integrations with other design and development tools, making it a versatile choice for front-end developers in 2023.

Visual Studio Code:

Visual Studio Code (VSCode) is a widely used code editor that has become a staple in the front-end development community. With its extensive plugin ecosystem, powerful debugging capabilities, and rich set of features, VSCode provides an efficient and productive environment for writing front-end code.

VSCode offers support for a wide range of programming languages, including JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and popular front-end frameworks, making it a top choice for front-end developers in 2023.

Performance Optimization Tools:

As web applications become more complex, optimizing performance has become a crucial aspect of front-end development. Tools like Lighthouse, Webpage Test, and Google Page Speed Insights help developers analyze and optimize the performance of their web applications.

These tools offer insights and recommendations for improving areas like load times, caching, image optimization, and accessibility, helping developers create blazing-fast and user-friendly web applications in 2023.

jQuery:

jQuery is a widely used JavaScript library that has been a popular front-end development tool for many years. It provides a simplified way to interact with HTML documents, manipulate DOM elements, handle events, and make AJAX requests. jQuery offers a concise syntax and cross-browser compatibility, making it easy for developers to write efficient and interactive front-end code.

One of the key advantages of using jQuery is its simplicity and ease of use. It provides a concise and intuitive syntax that allows developers to perform common tasks, such as traversing the DOM, manipulating elements, and handling events, with just a few lines of code. This can significantly reduce the amount of code needed and simplify the development process.

Git and Version Control Tools:

Version control is an essential aspect of modern front-end development, allowing developers to collaborate, track changes, and revert to previous versions of their code.

Git, along with platforms like GitHub and GitLab, offers powerful version control capabilities, making it easy to manage the codebase, collaborate with teammates, and deploy changes to production. These tools are expected to continue to be a critical part of front-end development workflows in 2023.

CSS Pre-processors: 

CSS pre-processors like Sass, Less, and Stylus have become popular tools for writing efficient and maintainable CSS code. These pre-processors offer features like variables, mixins, and nested selectors, making it easier to manage and organize CSS code for large web applications.

Conclusion:

The top front-end development tools for 2023 are expected to provide developers with powerful features that enhance their productivity, streamline their workflow, and enable them to create modern, responsive, and high-performing user interfaces. 

These tools will be invaluable for Frontend Development Company India and Frontend developers in keeping up with the evolving landscape of web development. If you are looking for a Frontend Development Company in India, then connect with us now.

[izicodes]

◀ previous day

I finished the last lesson of this section so tomorrow I will trying to complete the ‘Product Landing Page’ project which I am very excited for! I still haven’t thought of an idea of what product to advertise. I’ll research tonight about it! 

During the last set of lessons on the  ‘Learn CSS Grid by Building a Magazine’ section, it talked about the grid method of making webpages responsive! Something I already learnt about however I didn’t know there was a ‘place-items’ property which is just a combination of ‘justify-content’ and ‘align-items’ merged into one! Super helpful from now on, especially when both of the properties have the same value 🤗🙌🏾

💻 What I did today towards the challenge 🎨

☆ I finished the ‘Learn CSS Grid by Building a Magazine’ section

☆ Learnt about the grid method, the repeat() function in CSS values and the place-items property

Have a nice day/night and happy coding 🤎 check out my freecodecamp profile 🙌🏾

[corkcitylibraries]

Goad Plans of Cork City!

The dedicated Cork City Libraries Local History website, Cork Past and Present, has recently had an interesting addition made in the shape of Insurance plans for the commercial heart of the City. The wide selection of maps details the changing landscape and businesses that filled the city centre from 1897 to 1961!

Cork City Libraries hold copies of seventeen editions of the Goad plans for Cork City, from 1897 to 1961. These are held in five bindings in our Local Studies and Learning Department. The ‘key plan’ on the first sheet of each edition provides a graphic outline of areas represented in more detail on maps 2-16 of each edition. Under the key plan (in PDF form in these webpages), a selective index of streets, buildings, and firms is included. The scale of the detailed plans is one inch to forty feet (1:480) on the original paper copies. Fire insurance plans were first drawn up in the late eighteenth century to provide risk information to fire insurance underwriters.

Charles Edward Goad, born in Surrey in 1848, moved to Canada in 1869, where he became a renowned cartographer and railway engineer. The firm of Charles E. Goad was established in Montreal in 1875 and became the leading producer of fire insurance plans for 1,300 places in Canada, before he returned to Britain in 1885 to produce insurance plans for the commercial sections of more than 100 towns in Britain and Ireland, along with surveying places in other countries.

Fire insurance companies had an interest in preventing fires to insured properties, and firefighters (often private) needed detailed information regarding access to water, routes to building, room arrangements, locations of doors & windows, thickness of walls, information on construction materials, type of roof, locations of combustible materials, water-works system, etc. Charles Goad died in Toronto in 1910. Goad insurance plans now provide an excellent information source for historians, geographers, architects, environmentalists and genealogists.

[werewolf-kat]

Freelancing web dev/designer here! I wanna add some tools and more resources to this list for everyone. Hopefully this is more exciting than it is intimidating. Webpage creation can be fun and useful - especially for those looking to build their own online portfolios as social media gets worse and worse for indies/small businesses fighting the constantly changing climate of algorithms and other corporate junk.

More casually, go and make that fan page you’ve always wanted. Start somewhere - anywhere! My first websites back in 2007 - 2010 were for virtual pet site fan pages, an American Dragon: Jake Long page begging for a season 3, my own made up adoptable pets, and a free virtual pet site of my own that used a cool tool that existed back then.

Modern design is actually cleaner to work with, more accessible, and you can still be as creative as you want despite what professional websites adhere to for their marketing standards. Lots has changed and improved since I first started...

Educational Resources

MDN Web Docs | Similar to W3Schools, might be a preferred format for some to learn from as an option. Full of interactive examples and detailed explanations!

CSS Tricks Guides | Visual articles with organized categories for each property and value involved! I always reference their Flexbox guide since flexbox stuff gets confusing to write by pure memory each time.

Kevin Powell’s YouTube | A chill channel I’m a fan of that web devs can appreciate at any level of experience! He’s got shorts for fast solutions, full troubleshooting guides, reviews for annual developer surveys, and advocates for more diversity in the web development scene that isn’t white guys such as himself. Super welcoming, friendly, and won’t talk down to you for trying to learn. The link is his playlist category that’s good for beginners out there, for your convenience.

CodePen | A massive gallery of code snippets that other developers have created and shared for free viewing/tinkering. You can find insane CSS-made art and animations on here, JavaScript samples, and more!

 Accessibility Guide | Making your website accessible is an important step in designing a page for anyone to see. Many types of disabled people surf the internet with accessibility devices such as screen readers. Those with more limited internet (speed, bandwidth, etc.) can also benefit from these standards.

Epilepsy Guide | A specific form of accessibility that’s important to consider as well. If you have moving, flashing, and otherwise visually stimulating content, look through this for solutions to make your pages safer to look at.

Meta Tag Guide | A beginner-friendly guide with examples of how HTML meta tags affect the way your public site and its pages will show up in search results.

SEO Guide | SEO is an abbreviation of Search Engine Optimization. This is good to learn if you’re a serious designer who needs your page to show in search results. Important for those of you out there making business and/or portfolio pages. 100% use your username, business name, and other unique (but not private) identifying factors as keywords that will connect your page to being found along with your social profiles.

[Fun Fact: SEO is the reason behind food blogs sharing their whole anime backstory before the actual recipe... Hurrah]

Browser Extension Tools

ColorZilla | FireFox & Chrome | Select colors from webpages, analyze CSS colors on pages, generate gradient values for CSS, and save palettes. Provides hex and rgba color values too!

RGBlind | Firefox & Chrome | Simulate some types of color blindness on your website for accessibility purposes.

Colorblindly | Chrome Only | Simulate a wider range of color blindness types, but unfortunately not available on other browsers from what I’ve found.

Page Marker | Chrome Only | Write/draw anything you need for brainstorming your page’s development, right on top of it! The marker strokes stick to that point of the page and moves with it when you scroll.

Eye Dropper | Chrome Only | For selecting and picking colors off of web pages. Gives you the hex and rgba values on the spot!

Grayscale View | Chrome Only | Good for previewing shade values and contrast on your website for accessibility and readability purposes.

Other Tools

Visual Studio Code | Open Source program provided by Microsoft of all things! This comes with many built-in tools and functions to make HTML, CSS, JS, and other compatible languages be more convenient to work with. More cozy to work with than the manual tedium of organizing things within bare text editors. Color coded words, auto-stacking, arrows that help you be sure you have things closed up properly, and more! Definitely look through its extensions shop for anything you think would help you in the ways you need for development.

openElement | Create web pages without coding. Can be good for planning how your website is laid out, or to make something without the knowledge required! I haven’t used it myself, but it looks promising.

Accessibility Checklist | A superbly handy way to track your website’s depth and level of accessibility. The + buttons give descriptions/suggestions for each item on the list to make improvements for your website.

Photo-sensitivity Analysis Tool | A free program that analyses content on your pages for any risks of epilepsy and other photo-sensitive complications among viewers. Important for accessibility!

That’s about all I can put together at this time. Be free! Go wild! The internet is still ours to build in - not just big corps, scammers, or bots.

⬇ make a webpage right now its free ⬇

neocities.org 👈 for website hosting

internetingishard.com 👈 for coding tutorial

w3schools.com 👈 for a searchable index of every html and css term under the sun and live examples of how each one works

sadgrl.online 👈 for a layout builder, if you dont want to do everything from scratch

[werewolf-kat]

Solutions for web designers out there

( All animations and movement on a page should be considered for photo-sensitivity including motion sickness and vertigo. )

For animated .GIF image files:

Create a .JPG or .PNG still image version of the animations from their most important or appealing frame. That should be loaded into the HTML first instead of the .GIF.

And before we go into the optimal JavaScript interaction, let’s stick with the HTML a little more...

If you have images that are not already hyperlinked, you can instead make them link to their animated GIF version to open in a new tab (target=“_blank”). Be sure to have appropriate warnings about those links leading to the animated version of that image, right before/above the image itself for those who may be going through the page in order with some accessibility devices. (Thus, they read the warning before they interact with the link.)

Then, from there, we do the script side for this. You can store the different image file paths into your JavaScript and use mouseover/mouseout events to change the file path inside your src=“” attribute. (Here’s how you can dynamically and efficiently do this for many images and give them their own Event Listener: My JSFiddle Example.)

EDIT: I've updated the example to have a 1-second delay for the images to change into animations in case someone accidentally has their mouse over the image after the page loads in. It'll be best to also make hover/active animations optional, which will tie into the JavaScript needed to achieve the hover/active functions to begin with.

Also added a few more in-code comments for extra instruction and clarity.

Another idea with JavaScript is to have a “toggle” sort of <button> on your page that someone can click/confirm whether or not everything on a page should animate/move or not. If you’re nicely familiar with JavaScript, you can make a more in-depth options menu for this sort of thing too!

This is also a great solution since there are web users who look at webpages either in a simplified view or blocking all scripts (like JavaScript) from your website. They could be viewing your website like this due to personal needs, or technological limitations. And so, having a still image in your HTML by default is MUCH preferred!

For CSS @ keyframe animations:

In the raw CSS file, the default value for the animation-play-state property should be paused. We have to keep simplified view users and script-blocking users in mind for moving objects and images on our webpages. So, whatever is loaded in by default must maintain this priority.

Thankfully, sticking with the CSS, we can just as easily changed the animation-play-state to running when the element is hovered (for mouse users) or active (for touch-screen users).

For sprite sheet animations:

If you’ve figured out how to make sprite animations on a web doc, then you’re already involved in the JavaScript for it and familiar with the code. Or, you're doing it the pure CSS way (see here). In which you can refer back to the @ keyframe section above.

So, here’s a general guideline that you can follow in JavaScript!

The sprite sheet element in your CSS should focus on your most important frame that you want to be seen by users on the default page appearance. Set its background-position to that frame inside the CSS.

For users who can load JavaScript on the page, set that element to toggle its animation by mouseover/mouseout or clicking.

For users who cannot load the JavaScript, the next best thing is to build the sprite animation from CSS keyframe steps().

And for most absolute safe case scenario in case of browser or device compatibility issues with any of these properties in the CSS, you could make an animated .GIF file of your sprite sheet. Make sure it's under 1Mb for users in this category who are also likely to be viewing your page from slow download speeds. With that, refer back to the section for handling image files without JavaScript.

Hopefully this is of great help, if not a starting point for accessibility ideas and considerations for your websites!

pleeeeeeeease indie web and scenecore and whatever other subcultures.... have fun and be cringe but PLEASE be careful with your blinkies. if your website has flashing lights that are on by default or that can't be turned off, then it is inaccessible to photosensitive people. if your post has flashing lights, it needs to be tagged. PLEASE. i love indie web stuff but the prevalence of unavoidable flashing lights makes me really anxious!! people have migraines and seizures! please use tags like "flashing lights" and "eye strain," NOT "epilepsy" or "epilepsy warning," and please consider making your site accessible by removing flashing lights or making them avoidable. PLEASE. make the web usable for photosensitive people.

[digitalgurunorthwest]

SEO Services in Manchester: Your Path to Digital Success

In today’s online-first world, visibility is everything. For businesses in Manchester, the need to stand out in a highly competitive digital market has become more critical than ever. This is where quality SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) services come into play. An effective SEO strategy goes beyond improving rankings; it strengthens brand presence, builds authority, and turns visitors into loyal customers. When businesses partner with a company that offers expert SEO Services in Manchester, they gain a robust foundation for achieving long-term digital growth.

What Sets SEO Services in Manchester Apart?

Manchester is a thriving hub of commerce, creativity, and innovation. Companies across diverse sectors — from retail to tech, from hospitality to finance — call this city home. SEO Services in Manchester are designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities of this diverse business landscape. Local SEO agencies understand the intricacies of the market here and craft strategies that speak directly to Manchester audiences, making local SEO providers indispensable for companies seeking success within the region.

The following are the core services offered by a Manchester-based SEO company, each one crucial for building an impactful online presence and growing a business sustainably.

1. Local SEO: Building Your Presence in Manchester and Beyond

For many businesses, the journey to higher search rankings begins with local SEO. Local SEO focuses on targeting potential customers within a specific geographical area — in this case, Manchester. A skilled SEO provider will work to improve your business's visibility in local search results by optimising your Google My Business profile, encouraging customer reviews, and ensuring your business appears in relevant local directories.

What makes local SEO unique in Manchester is the city’s diverse and vibrant population. A targeted strategy will ensure your business appears not just on a map but in the hearts and minds of the local community. By optimising for location-based keywords, creating location-specific content, and developing backlinks from reputable local sources, an SEO company can put your business at the top of Manchester’s search results.

2. Keyword Research: The Foundation of All SEO Efforts

Keyword research may sound like a fundamental aspect of SEO, but it requires considerable expertise to execute effectively. When done right, it’s the process that reveals the exact words and phrases potential customers are searching for. SEO Services in Manchester will go beyond just finding high-traffic keywords; they will dive into long-tail keywords, user intent, and competitor analysis to create a well-rounded list tailored for your business.

A Manchester-based SEO team understands local lingo, seasonal trends, and popular search patterns unique to the region, allowing for a more targeted approach. Whether it’s ranking for “best coffee shops in Manchester” or “Manchester property market updates,” a strong keyword strategy positions your business exactly where it needs to be.

3. On-Page SEO: Perfecting Every Page of Your Website

On-page SEO is all about optimising the individual elements of each webpage to improve search engine visibility. This includes optimising titles, meta descriptions, headers, and images, as well as enhancing overall content quality. But on-page SEO doesn’t stop with just the basics. An experienced SEO company will focus on creating high-quality, user-focused content that answers questions, provides valuable information, and encourages engagement.

In Manchester’s competitive market, a company offering SEO Services will look to optimise every aspect of on-page SEO to ensure that each page resonates with both search engines and human visitors. They’ll work with your team to ensure that every piece of content is structured, formatted, and polished to perfection, creating a seamless experience for anyone visiting your site.

4. Technical SEO: Enhancing the Backbone of Your Website

A well-designed website is essential, but if it isn’t technically sound, it will struggle to achieve strong rankings. Technical SEO involves optimising the backend of your website to ensure fast load times, mobile-friendliness, secure browsing (HTTPS), and proper indexing by search engines. SEO Services in Manchester will often include a full technical audit of your website, identifying any underlying issues that could prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Technical SEO can be particularly challenging but is fundamental for establishing a solid online foundation. By improving your site’s architecture, enhancing crawlability, and ensuring pages are error-free, a technical SEO specialist ensures that nothing holds back your website’s performance. From optimising images to creating a streamlined URL structure, technical SEO lays the groundwork for a smooth, user-friendly experience.

5. Content Creation and Optimisation: Building Authority with Every Word

Content is at the heart of every SEO strategy. For businesses in Manchester, high-quality content is essential for attracting and retaining a loyal audience. SEO Services in Manchester encompass content creation and optimisation, which involves researching, crafting, and refining content to ensure it resonates with both search engines and users.

From blog posts and articles to product descriptions and landing pages, content optimisation involves a blend of keyword integration, readability enhancements, and visual elements. However, the focus is not solely on search engines; it’s about creating content that offers genuine value to readers. This could be in the form of informative articles, thought leadership pieces, or practical guides that establish your business as a trusted voice within your industry.

6. Link Building: Earning Trust and Authority

Search engines consider links from other reputable websites as votes of confidence. Link building is a crucial part of any SEO strategy, as it helps establish your site’s authority and credibility. SEO Services in Manchester will often include a link-building campaign that focuses on earning high-quality, relevant backlinks from trusted sources.

Effective link-building involves more than just acquiring as many links as possible. A Manchester-based SEO team will focus on acquiring links that matter — from websites that are reputable and relevant to your industry. This might involve reaching out to local publications, contributing guest articles, or collaborating with industry influencers. By building these valuable connections, your business can improve its rankings and increase its trustworthiness in the eyes of both search engines and users.

7. Social Media Integration: Expanding Your Reach

In today’s connected world, social media is an essential tool for reaching a wider audience. While not a direct ranking factor, social media can significantly impact your SEO efforts by driving traffic, encouraging sharing, and increasing brand visibility. SEO Services in Manchester will often integrate social media strategies with SEO efforts to help your content reach a larger audience and encourage natural link-building.

Whether it’s promoting a blog post, sharing an informative video, or engaging with followers, social media allows businesses to connect with users on a more personal level. When used strategically, social media becomes a powerful tool for amplifying SEO efforts and generating traffic from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

8. Analytics and Reporting: Tracking Your Progress

The success of an SEO campaign depends on data. Analytics and reporting allow you to track your SEO performance, identify areas for improvement, and adjust your strategy accordingly. SEO Services in Manchester will provide detailed reports that show how your website is performing over time, allowing you to see tangible results from your investment.

By monitoring key metrics like organic traffic, keyword rankings, conversion rates, and bounce rates, an SEO team can make informed adjustments to ensure ongoing success. The best SEO providers don’t just provide a snapshot of performance; they offer insights and guidance, helping you understand how each part of your strategy contributes to the bigger picture.

Choosing the Right SEO Services in Manchester for Your Business

Not all SEO providers are created equal and choosing the right one can make a significant difference in the success of your digital efforts. Look for an SEO company in Manchester that not only understands SEO but is genuinely passionate about helping businesses succeed. A good provider will take the time to understand your business, its goals, and its challenges, creating a tailored approach that aligns with your specific needs.

When you choose SEO Services in Manchester that align with your goals, you’re not just investing in SEO; you’re investing in a partnership that drives growth, builds brand trust, and ultimately delivers results. The journey to the top of the search results is a marathon, not a sprint. But with the right team on your side, it’s a journey that will be as rewarding as the destination.

Why Invest in SEO Services in Manchester?

For businesses in Manchester, investing in SEO isn’t just a strategy — it’s a necessity. With the right SEO partner, you’ll gain a competitive edge that allows you to thrive in a bustling market, reaching new customers and strengthening your brand along the way. SEO Services in Manchester provide an opportunity to connect with your audience, build credibility, and stand out from the crowd.

In conclusion, SEO is about more than just rankings; it’s about creating a digital presence that resonates with your audience and brings long-term benefits. By investing in SEO Services in Manchester, you’re giving your business the tools it needs to succeed in an increasingly digital world, one search result at a time. Whether you’re looking to attract local customers or expand your reach, quality SEO is the key to making your mark in Manchester’s dynamic digital space. If you want to have a chat with a reputable, reliable and successful agency, click here!

[techaipost]

Google Chrome 128 update Fixes 38 Security Issues

Chrome 128 (version 128.0.6613.85) is available with security updates and the Latest bug fixes. Today's release also includes new features including Isolated Web Apps, standardized CSS zoom support, new Attribution Reporting API features, CSS ruby-align property functionality, line-breakable Ruby support, and more. The latest release also addresses 38 security vulnerabilities.

To get the latest Chrome update download on your device select Menu > Help > About Google Chrome or load chrome://settings/help directly to run a manual update check. Chrome downloads and installs the new version then automatically. A restart of the browser is required.

If you are looking for Chrome offline installer get it here.

What’s new Chrome 128 update?

The latest Chrome release brings, several new features and bug fixes to enhance the browsing experience.

The Chrome 128 release brings several key features and improvements aimed at enhancing both security and usability. A notable addition is Isolated Web Apps, which strengthen protection against tampering and web server compromises, though this feature is currently limited to enterprise-managed ChromeOS devices. This builds on previous work with Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and Web Packaging, offering a more secure browsing experience.

Another significant update is the standardization of the CSS zoom property. Previously, this property was non-standard, leading to inconsistent behaviour across different browsers. Chrome 128 now fully supports it, making it easier for developers to control the scaling of elements on a webpage. This update is part of Chrome’s broader effort to align with modern web standards.

The release also introduces enhancements to the Attribution Reporting API, which aids in measuring online ad effectiveness while respecting user privacy. Additionally, support for the ruby-align property and line-breakable Ruby annotations improve the presentation of East Asian typography on the web, making it easier to create accessible and visually appealing content.

For developers, Chrome 128 adds features like Promise.try, which simplifies asynchronous operations in JavaScript, and WebAuthn hints, which enhance the user experience during authentication. Additionally, support for WebGPU HDR has been introduced under a developer trial flag, enabling richer graphics for web applications.

Security remains a priority, with Chrome 128 addressing several vulnerabilities by fixing seven high-priority Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs). These updates highlight Chrome’s commitment to maintaining a secure browsing environment.

source: https://windows101tricks.com/google-chrome/

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Why Enroll in a Front End Development Course in Rohini?

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the role of front-end development has become increasingly pivotal. From shaping user interfaces to enhancing user experience (UX), front-end development is the bedrock upon which modern digital interactions thrive. For aspiring developers looking to embark on a journey into this dynamic field, understanding the nuances and mastering the tools of front-end development is not just a skill, but a gateway to crafting compelling digital experiences.

The Essence of Front-End Development

Front-end development refers to the creation of the part of a website or application that users interact with directly. It involves the implementation of designs and ensuring that the user interface is not only visually appealing but also functional and intuitive. This discipline requires proficiency in languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, which form the cornerstone of web development.

HTML: Building the Foundation

HTML (HyperText Markup Language) serves as the backbone of any web page. It provides the structure and content, defining the various elements that make up a webpage, from headings and paragraphs to images and forms. Understanding HTML is fundamental for anyone looking to create and manipulate content on the web, making it an essential skill for front-end developers.

CSS: Styling and Design

While HTML structures the content, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) brings it to life through design and presentation. CSS allows developers to control the layout, colors, fonts, and overall aesthetic appeal of a website. Mastery of CSS involves understanding selectors, properties, and responsive design principles to ensure that web pages look polished across different devices and screen sizes.

JavaScript: Adding Interactivity

JavaScript is the programming language of the web. It enables dynamic behavior on web pages, such as interactive forms, animated graphics, and responsive interfaces. JavaScript frameworks and libraries like React, Angular, and Vue.js have revolutionized front-end development by providing efficient tools for building complex web applications with ease.

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The Demand for Front-End Developers

In today's digital economy, businesses recognize the critical role of user experience in driving engagement and satisfaction. As a result, there is a growing demand for skilled front-end developers who can translate design concepts into seamless user interfaces. From startups to multinational corporations, organizations across industries are seeking professionals who can enhance their online presence and deliver exceptional user experiences.

Why Choose a Front-End Development Course?

Enrolling in a structured front-end development course provides numerous benefits for aspiring developers:

Comprehensive Curriculum

A well-designed course covers essential topics such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript fundamentals, responsive design principles, and popular front-end frameworks. It equips students with a solid foundation while keeping them abreast of industry trends and best practices.

Hands-On Experience

Practical experience is crucial in mastering front-end development. Courses often include projects and assignments that allow students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios, building confidence and problem-solving skills along the way.

Expert Guidance

Experienced instructors provide valuable insights and guidance, helping students navigate challenges and learn advanced techniques efficiently. They offer personalized feedback to ensure that students grasp concepts thoroughly and excel in their learning journey.

Networking Opportunities

Courses often facilitate networking opportunities with peers, instructors, and industry professionals. These connections can lead to collaborations, mentorship, and career opportunities in the competitive field of front-end development.

Choosing the Right Front-End Development Course

When selecting a front-end development course, consider the following factors to ensure it meets your learning objectives:

Curriculum: Check if the course covers essential front-end technologies and includes practical projects.

Instructors: Research the qualifications and industry experience of the instructors.

Reviews and Reputation: Look for reviews and testimonials from past students to gauge the course's effectiveness.

Flexibility: Consider the course format (online or in-person) and schedule to ensure it fits your lifestyle and commitments.

Career Support: Evaluate if the course offers career services such as job placement assistance or portfolio reviews.

Front-End Development Course in Rohini, Delhi

Located at H-34/1, 1st Floor, near Ayodhya Chowk, Sector 3, Rohini, Delhi, 110085, our front-end development course offers a comprehensive learning experience tailored for aspiring developers. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an experienced developer aiming to enhance your skills, our course is designed to meet your needs.

Course Highlights

HTML5 and CSS3 Fundamentals: Learn to create well-structured web pages and enhance their visual appeal using modern CSS techniques.

JavaScript Essentials: Master JavaScript fundamentals and explore advanced topics such as DOM manipulation and asynchronous programming.

Responsive Web Design: Understand the principles of responsive design and create websites that adapt seamlessly to various devices.

Front-End Frameworks: Dive into popular frameworks like React.js or Angular to build dynamic and scalable web applications.

Project-Based Learning: Apply your skills to real-world projects, building a professional portfolio that showcases your expertise to potential employers.

Why Choose Us?

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom. By enrolling in our front-end development course, you will benefit from:

Experienced Instructors: Learn from industry professionals with years of experience in front-end development.

Practical Learning: Gain hands-on experience through projects and assignments that simulate real-world challenges.

Career Guidance: Receive personalized career support, including resume building, interview preparation, and job placement assistance.

Community and Networking: Join a community of like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.

Conclusion

Mastering front-end development opens doors to a world of opportunities in the digital realm. Whether you aspire to become a front-end developer, UI/UX designer, or web developer, acquiring proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a valuable investment in your future. Our front-end development course in Rohini, Delhi, equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this dynamic field. Take the first step towards a rewarding career in tech—enroll today and embark on a journey to craft exceptional digital experiences.

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Real Estate Web Scraping | Scrape Data From Real Estate Website

In the digital age, data is king, and nowhere is this more evident than in the real estate industry. With vast amounts of information available online, web scraping has emerged as a powerful tool for extracting valuable data from real estate websites. Whether you're an investor looking to gain insights into market trends, a real estate agent seeking to expand your property listings, or a developer building a property analysis tool, web scraping can provide you with the data you need. In this blog, we'll explore the fundamentals of web scraping in real estate, its benefits, and how to get started.

What is Web Scraping? Web scraping is the automated process of extracting data from websites. It involves using software to navigate web pages and collect specific pieces of information. This data can include anything from property prices and descriptions to images and location details. The scraped data can then be analyzed or used to populate databases, allowing for a comprehensive view of the real estate landscape.

Benefits of Web Scraping in Real Estate Market Analysis: Web scraping allows investors and analysts to gather up-to-date data on property prices, rental rates, and market trends. By collecting and analyzing this information, you can make informed decisions about where to buy, sell, or invest.

Competitive Intelligence: Real estate agents and brokers can use web scraping to monitor competitors' listings. This helps in understanding the competitive landscape and adjusting marketing strategies accordingly.

Property Aggregation: For websites and apps that aggregate property listings, web scraping is essential. It enables them to pull data from multiple sources and provide users with a wide selection of properties to choose from.

Automated Updates: Web scraping can be used to keep databases and listings up-to-date automatically. This is particularly useful for platforms that need to provide users with the latest information on available properties.

Detailed Insights: By scraping detailed property information such as square footage, amenities, and neighborhood details, developers and analysts can provide more nuanced insights and improve their decision-making processes.

Getting Started with Real Estate Web Scraping Step 1: Identify the Target Website Start by choosing the real estate websites you want to scrape. Popular choices include Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin. Each website has its own structure, so understanding how data is presented is crucial. Look for listings pages, property details pages, and any relevant metadata.

Step 2: Understand the Legal and Ethical Considerations Before diving into web scraping, it's important to understand the legal and ethical implications. Many websites have terms of service that prohibit scraping, and violating these can lead to legal consequences. Always check the website’s robots.txt file, which provides guidance on what is permissible. Consider using APIs provided by the websites as an alternative when available.

Step 3: Choose Your Tools Web scraping can be performed using various tools and programming languages. Popular choices include:

BeautifulSoup: A Python library for parsing HTML and XML documents. It’s great for beginners due to its ease of use. Scrapy: An open-source Python framework specifically for web scraping. It's powerful and suitable for more complex scraping tasks. Selenium: A tool for automating web browsers. It’s useful when you need to scrape dynamic content that requires interaction with the webpage. Step 4: Develop Your Scraping Script Once you have your tools ready, the next step is to write a script that will perform the scraping. Here’s a basic outline of what this script might do:

Send a Request: Use a tool like requests in Python to send an HTTP request to the target website and retrieve the page content. Parse the HTML: Use BeautifulSoup or another parser to extract specific data from the HTML. This might include property prices, addresses, descriptions, and images. Store the Data: Save the extracted data in a structured format such as CSV or a database for further analysis. Step 5: Handle Dynamic Content and Pagination Many modern websites load content dynamically using JavaScript, or they may paginate their listings across multiple pages. This requires handling JavaScript-rendered content and iterating through multiple pages to collect all relevant data.

For Dynamic Content: Use Selenium or a headless browser like Puppeteer to render the page and extract the dynamic content. For Pagination: Identify the pattern in the URL for paginated pages or look for pagination controls within the HTML. Write a loop in your script to navigate through all pages and scrape the data. Step 6: Clean and Analyze the Data After collecting the data, it’s essential to clean and normalize it. Remove duplicates, handle missing values, and ensure consistency in the data format. Tools like pandas in Python can be incredibly helpful for this step. Once the data is clean, you can begin analyzing it to uncover trends, insights, and opportunities.