It's a girl! Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to princess

[Lite Beer]

It's a girl! Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to princess
By SYLVIA HUI and DANICA KIRKA

LONDON (AP) — Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, has given birth to a baby, royal officials said Saturday.

Kensington Palace said in a brief statement that Prince William's wife "was safely delivered of a daughter" at 8:34 a.m. London time (0734 GMT), less than three hours after she was admitted to central London's St. Mary's Hospital.

The announcement was greeted by cheers outside the hospital, where die-hard royal fans dressed in patriotic Union Jack gear have been camping out on the sidewalk, eagerly awaiting news. A town crier in elaborate costume loudly declared the news at the hospital's door, clanging his bell to welcome the new royal.

The baby weighs 8 pounds 3 ounces (3.7 kg). The palace added that Kate, 33, and her child are both doing well, and that Prince William was present for the birth.

The princess is fourth in line to the throne and the fifth great-grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II.

The statement said that senior royals have been informed, and "are delighted with the news."

Kate, who wed William in April 2011, gave birth to Prince George at the same hospital in July 2013.

The name of the newborn wasn't expected to be announced immediately. When George was born, officials waited two days before announcing his name.

Betting had for weeks ran heavily in favor of the child being a girl, despite any apparent evidence to back that up.

All the top bets for the baby's name are for girls. Alice and Charlotte are the clear favorites, followed by Elizabeth, Victoria and Diana — all names with strong connections to royal tradition.

Prince Charles has signaled — twice — that he's hoping for a granddaughter, which led some to speculate that Charles had some inside information.

The monarchy has not welcomed a princess born this high up the line of succession since Princess Anne, the queen's second child, was born in 1950.

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, the daughters of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, were fifth and sixth in line at the time of their birth.

At 21 months, George is currently third in line to the throne, after his grandfather Prince Charles and William. The newborn becomes the fourth in line, bumping Uncle Harry to fifth place.

-- (c) Associated Press 2015-05-02

[thaibeachlovers]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

[harrry]

However best wishes to her and her husband on what is a very special day for them. Royalty aside they are still people.

[kurtramsbottom]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

Don't be sorry ,just carry on being a miserable 'thaibeachlover' lol.

I hope they name her Alice,the same as my late grandmother

[sirineou]

wooohooo!!!!

My life is infinitely better now

[Credo]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

Obviously you haven't run into some of the hype over the Kardashians.

Congratulations to the Royal family.

[Scott]

Congratulations. I am glad the baby was healthy and she and Kate are doing well.

[harryfrompattaya]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

What a waste of money let these fakers get a regular job

Thank God America get rid of the Monarchy

[JetsetBkk]

Didn't even know she was pregnant.

Oops.

.

[sirineou]

Didn't even know she was pregnant.

Oops.

Same here.

Didn't she just have a baby five or six months ago

? Five month pregnancy, an other indication of the superiority of royal blood

[Prbkk]

Camilla

[dragonfly94]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

seems odd that you don't care but then post about it, if you don't care why bother?

[brewsterbudgen]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

What a waste of money let these fakers get a regular job

Thank God America get rid of the Monarchy

It's nice to be a citizen of a country where this can be said!

[sirineou]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

seems odd that you don't care but then post about it, if you don't care why bother?

First of all he did not say he dont care, he asks why should he

Do you have a good answer?

Secondly , even if he did not care (and I also think he does not) how else would he tell you?

[NeverSure]

Congratulations and it's good to hear that all are well.

[robertthebruce]

Well done , 8lbs 3 oz's , a Girl,

Pleased for them, wish them all the best...

it would be nice if it was named after ''Diana'' that would be a sweet thing to do,

[smokie36]

[maanoi]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

What a waste of money let these fakers get a regular job

Thank God America get rid of the Monarchy

Not saying that I like the British monarchy, but both the princes do have regular jobs. William is a rescue helicopter pilot and I believe Harry is in the army.

[seedy]

one racist post removed

[chooka]

Who cares, just another tax payer funded mouth to feed. "WOMAN GIVES BIRTH" and this is news. Who is she really anyway?

[Scott]

Numerous posts discussing the monarchy in general have been removed.

Please stay on topic.

[sanuk711]

The BBC reported that the Royal Baby will cheer everyone up after Nepal earthquake.

Yes, this is exactly what the Nepalese were waiting for.........................

......

Both living off the state, no job and 2 kids in quick succession.........They should be on the Jeremy Kyle show.

[Water Buffalo]

Let's be sensible guys. Remember we are in a country with a certain law, which covers every royal family in the world, not just Thailand's own.

But anyway, important news. Another baby born in the world

[Thaddeus]

*Edit: Inflammatory remarks edited out*

Congrats to the new Mum and Dad, and all new Mums and Dads today, and don't let petty prejudice get in your way.

[Local Drunk]

Camilla

Post of the day!

[Chicog]

Congratulations to the parents, and up yours to the whingers.

[impulse]

Congratulations to the parents, and up yours to the whingers.

+1.

But I would add, congratulations to Mr and Mrs Patel, and Mr and Mrs Li and Mr and Mrs Smith, who all had healthy babies this week, just as valuable in the eyes of God (if not the tabloids)

[Grouse]

Sorry, but why should we care about this non event? I find it hard to think of a less important institution than the British monarchy. They have become as relevant as the Empire.

That's pretty mean spirited.

Perhaps you can explain your curmudgeonly attitude?

[richard_smith237]

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The Royal Family costs the average British Tax payer 56pence per year...

But what about the revenue they bring in? Tourism ? Commonwealth trade?

I'm not a Royalist, I don't care either way. But if we are to criticise the Royals do so accurately and with intelligent balance... Job dodgers and pikeys on benefit cost the British Public significantly more and do nothing for Britain's image...

I suspect those who dislike the Royals are really just jealous, those same people will dislike anyone born better off than they were.

Congratulations to the Royal Couple and any other new parents.

[Scott]

Off-topic, inflammatory posts and replies removed.