Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to baby boy, third in line to the throne

The Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a baby boy, who is third in line to the throne, Kensington Palace announced tonight.

The new arrival weighed 8lbs 6oz (3.6kg) and was delivered at 4.24pm in the exclusive maternity wing at St Mary’s hospital.

In a statement, Kensington Palace said: “Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge was safely delivered of a son at 4.24pm. The baby weighs 8lbs 6oz.

“The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth.

Read more: http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk-news/2013/jul/22/duchess-cambridge-gives-birth-son

Source: The Guardian (UK)