Luxembourg

Grand Duke Jean of Luxembourg's funeral takes place

It was a sad time for Luxembourg as the state funeral for Grand Duke Jean was held this morning at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Luxembourg City. Many Luxembourgers braved the cold, wet day to bid a final farewell to their beloved statesman who died on 23 April. RTL Today screen grab, fair use The Princess Royal arrives at the funeral. RTL Today screen grab, fair use Queen Mathilde, King…
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Thailand

BREAKING: King of Thailand crowned

Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun has finally been crowned – over two years after ascending the throne upon the death of his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej (or Rama IX). The coronation was aired live on all Thai channels in both English…
The Sussexes

Prince Harry to visit The Netherlands next week

The Duke of Sussex will visit The Netherlands next week as speculation grows over when the Duchess of Sussex will give birth. The 6th-in-line to the throne will be in the country on May 8 and May 9, suggesting that the arrival of his first child is expected imminently this week. While in The Netherlands, The Duke will undertake an official engagement in Amsterdam. His Royal Highness will then…
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Japan

Emperor Naruhito takes part in inheritance ceremony

Emperor Naruhito of Japan has taken part in the inheritance ceremony, Kenji to Shokei no Gi this morning in Japan. This was his first official event as the 126th Emperor of Japan, and it was aired live on Japanese television. The five-minute ceremony in the State Room of…
Japan

Emperor Akihito abdicates the Chrysanthemum Throne

Emperor Akihito, 85, has officially abdicated the Chrysanthemum Throne in a live ceremony “Taiirei Seiden no Gi” aired on Japanese television. The quick 10-minute ceremony took place at 5.00 pm local time in the State Room of the Imperial Palace where around 300 guests were in attendance including Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe and his cabinet. Members of the Imperial Family in…
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Luxembourg

Grand Duke Jean's body arrives at Grand Ducal Palace to lie in state

The body of Grand Duke Jean has arrived at the Grand Ducal Palace to lie in state. His remains were transferred from Château de Berg, and the Grand Ducal Family followed behind the hearse during the journey which saw many Luxembourgers line the streets to bid a final farewell to their beloved former ruler. Le cortège funèbre transportant la dépouille de S.A.R. le Grand-Duc Jean est arrivé…
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