Marking the fifth anniversary of Emperor Naruhito’s accession
As we mark the fifth anniversary of Emperor Naruhito of Japan’s accession, we take a look back at that historic day. It was announced on…
Articles by Moniek Bloks
Princess Benedikte of Denmark becomes grandmother again
Princess Benedikte of Denmark has become a grandmother again. Her son, Prince Gustav, and daughter-in-law, Princess Carina, welcomed a daughter on 26 April. A statement…
King Charles makes first public appearance since cancer diagnosis
King Charles has made his first public appearance since he was diagnosed with cancer. He was joined by his wife, Queen Camilla. He visited the…
Duchess of Edinburgh visits Ukraine
The Duchess of Edinburgh has visited Ukraine at the request of the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office. She is the first member of the British…
Looking back at the Queen’s Day 2009 attack
What was meant to be a lovely day turned into a nightmare. On Queen’s Day 2009, a man drove his car through the celebrating crowds…
Taking a look at the wedding of Princess Irene of the Netherlands & Prince Carlos Hugo of Bourbon-Parma
On 29 April 1964, Princess Irene of the Netherlands married Prince Carlos Hugo of Bourbon-Parma, future titular Duke of Parma, without her family by her…
Taking a look at Princess Benedikte as she turns 80
Princess Benedikte of Denmark was born on 29 April 1944 as the second daughter of King Frederik IX and Queen Ingrid of Denmark (née of…
Taking a look at Lady Helen
Lady Helen Taylor was born Lady Helen Windsor on 28 April 1964 as the daughter of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and the Duchess of…
King Willem-Alexander celebrates King’s Day in Emmen
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands celebrated his birthday with the traditional King’s Day celebrations in the city of Emmen. The King and his extended family…
Queen Mary’s Bangles
Queen Mary’s Bangles each consist of “39 brilliants, the gold sides finely engraved.” The traditional Indian ornaments were a wedding present to the then Princess…