Royal Wedding Rumors Heat Up

Royal retreat has everyone speculating

By Evann Gastaldo, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 22, 2009 11:51 AM CDT

(Newser) – The engagement rumors about Prince William and Kate Middleton just keep on coming, fueled most recently by the retreat they plan to attend, the News of the World reports. Middleton will join the queen for her traditional hunting trip to Scotland for the first time. Read full story »

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