Queen Victoria’s Fringe Brooch
Queen Victoria’s Fringe Brooch began its life after the remodelling of another diamond ornament. This was done in 1856, and Queen Victoria wore the brooch…
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New photos for Queen Mathilde’s birthday
Two new photos have been released on the occasion of the 51st birthday of Queen Mathilde of Belgium. The Queen of the Belgians was photographed…
Man jailed for 50 years for criticising Thai monarchy
A man by the name of Mongkol Thirakot received the record sentence under Thailand’s strict lese-majesty laws for posts on Facebook, according to a legal…
Prince Albert warns of “neglect” towards climate
Albert II, Prince of Monaco, travelled to the World Economic Forum in Davos to warn of the “neglect” towards the warnings given by scientists regarding…
Duke of Edinburgh visits Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
The Duke of Edinburgh has visited the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire at Birmingham City University. Prince Edward met with representatives to discuss ways of making music…
First official portraits of King Frederik’s family
The Danish royal family has released the first official portraits since the accession of King Frederik X. The photos were taken in the throne room…
Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg hosts New Year’s reception
The Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg hosted a New Year’s reception at the Grand Ducal Palace. Grand Duke Henri and his wife, Grand Duchess Maria…
Emperor Naruhito writes poem reflecting on warm welcome
Emperor Naruhito of Japan recited a poem at the annual Imperial New Year’s Poetry Reading to reflect on the warm welcome he and his wife,…
Taking a look at Princess Claire as she turns 50
Princess Claire of Belgium was born Claire Louise Coombs on 18 January 1974 as the daughter of Nicholas John Coombs and his Belgian wife, Nicole…
Hereditary Prince Alois attends World Economic Forum
Alois, Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein, and Prime Minister Daniel Risch are in Davos to attend the World Economic Forum (WEF). They are at the WEF…