Upon learning that they would not be permitted to use the Sussex Royal name for their independent branding ventures following their departure from the Royal Family, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex chose to call their charitable foundation Archewell. They stated back in April that the idea was drawn from the Greek word ‘Arche’, meaning ‘source of action’, which also inspired the name of Harry and Meghan’s son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. But the couple have faced a fresh set back, with new reports emerging indicating that their trademark application has been rejected.
According to the Sun, the decision was made on the grounds that the Duke and Duchess did not sign the application, that it was ‘too vague’ and because they didn’t pay all the fees required. The couple reportedly submitted their application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office after submitting their application on 3 March. Paperwork obtained by the news outlet indicates that it was filed by Cobblestone Lane LLC, an organisation that’s registered in the US State of Delaware, but which reportedly has ties to the Beverly Hills offices of a leading Hollywood lawyer, employed by Meghan.
An examiner was reportedly assigned to review the application on 26 May. The Sun alleges that the couple have since received an ‘Irregularity Notice’ from the USPTO citing a number of problems. The Notice is said to set out changes which need to be implemented by the couple’s attorney, Marjorie Witter Norman, by 22 August – after which date the application will be ‘abandoned’.
Among the issues raised is the vague nature of the application, with the Notice reportedly stating: ‘The wording “providing a website featuring content relating to philanthropy, monetary giving, volunteer and career opportunities” in International Class 35 is also indefinite and over broad, and must be clarified to specify the nature of the content provided.’ It also states that Harry and Meghan still need to pay some additional fees in order to process their application.
A Non-Final Action was reportedly sent on 2 June, and the trademark can be held without being active until the necessary amendments are filed. Pointing out another issue, the examiner in the Non-Final Office Action paper added that ‘The application was unsigned, resulting in the application not being properly verified.’ Indeed the Sun reports that even carefully drafted trademark applications often face initial rejection by the USPTO, with one in five failing their first examination. The news outlet reached out to Harry and Meghan’s representatives and trademark attorney for comment.
The news comes following reports that the couple have delayed the launch of their new charitable foundation until next year, in light of the pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. A source told the Daily Telegraph that the public unveiling of Archewell is ‘not on the cards’ until 2021, stating: ‘What’s absolutely clear is that they want to get it right and there’s no point in rushing… They are settling into a new life, a new era. This is about getting it right and making sure they are able to make the difference they want to make.’
Source: Tatler
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have postponed the public launch of their Archewell project, after the coronavirus pandemic and Black Lives Matter movement coincided with their fresh start in America
The Duke and Duchess were expected to launch their non-profit organisation as they began their new working lives from Los Angeles in the spring, with its name now formally registered in the United States.
Instead, it is understood they will now postpone public announcements for the foreseeable future, with no official Archewell projects until next year.
Sources said the couple were responding to current affairs, redirecting their efforts to the Black Lives Matter cause and the wider repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic.
They have undertaken a series of video calls from their new base in LA, and are preparing for greater public involvement in the fight for equality.
The Duchess has already spoken of George Floyd, whose death has inspired worldwide protests against systemic racism, in an address to the graduating class of her old school.
The couple now plan to take a more vocal role in the movement imminently, with action in the coming days.
Sources said Archewell – intended as the home of their charitable activities and as a replacement for their Sussex Royal Foundation – is now unlikely to be launched this year, with the public unveiling fans were expecting “not on the cards” until 2021.
Source: The Telegraph
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On 17th January 2020, the Duchess of Sussex was spotted in Vancouver, Canada. She was photographed taking her dogs for a walk with Archie in a baby carrier. You can find 20 photos HQ in the gallery. Check them out!
Candids 2020 | 17.01.20 – Walking her dogs in Vancouver, Canada
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I have added 30 photos HQ of Meghan & Harry on 17th April. The Duke & Duchess of Sussex were pictured delivering food parcels to residents in West Hollywood.
The pair were dressed down for the occasion and wearing protective face masks as they walked hand-in-hand down the road to distribute meals to the vulnerable, as part of the Project Angel Food charity.
Candids 2020 | 17.04.20 – Delivering meals in Los Angeles as part of Project Angel Food charity
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I have added 38 photos of Meghan Markle visiting the Robert Clack Upper School, in Dagenham on 6th March 2020. It was her final solo engagement as “Her Royal Highness”. During her visit, the Duchess of Sussex took to the microphone to speak without notes to 700 students.
Appearances & Engagements 2020 | 06.03.20 – Visit of the Robert Clack Upper School (Dagenham)
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Until now, Meghan Markle had remained silent following the death of George Floyd. She broke her silent declaring that ‘black lives matter’ in a video, which you can watch below.
• Meghan Markle says ‘George Floyd’s life mattered’ in speech on US protests at her former school in LA and waited until now because she ‘wanted to say the right thing and I was really nervous’.
• Duchess of Sussex gave virtual address to graduating pupils at Immaculate Heart High School in Los Angeles.
• The 38-year-old former actress also named other African Americans killed in US by police in recent years.
Source: Mail Online
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I continue to update the gallery with Meghan‘s pictures in 2020. On Thursday 5th March, the Duke & Duchess of Sussex attended the Endeavour Fund Awards, an annual ceremony that honours wounded servicemen and women who have used sport or adventurous challenges to aid in their recovery. For this event in London, Meghan chose to wear a dress by British designer Victoria Beckham, along with a pair of Manolo Blahnik pumps and a Stella McCartney clutch. You can find 177 photos of the evening in the gallery.
Appearances & Engagements 2020 | 05.03.20 – Endeavour Fund Awards 2020 (London)
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I have added another event to the gallery. On Saturday 7th March, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended the Mountbatten Music Festival, at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Meghan was beautiful in a red Safiyaa cape dress, which she accessorised with a Manolo Blahnik clutch, Stuart Weitzman pumps and Simone Rocha earrings. You can find 147 photos in the gallery.
Appearances & Engagements 2020 | 07.03.20 – Mountbatten Music Festival (London)
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As promised, I have started updated the gallery with the latest photos. I have added 259 photos of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle making their final public engagement as senior members of the royal family. They attended the Queen’s annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey in London on Monday 9th March 2020. Meghan wore a dress by Emilia Wickstead, a hat by William Chamber and a Gabriela Hearst bag.
Appearances & Engagements 2020 | 09.03.20 – Commonwealth Day Service 2020 (London)
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I am really pleased to announce that I have just adopted Meghan Markle Network and will be your new webmiss moving forward. I will update the gallery with all photos from 2020 as soon as possible so please stay tuned.
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