Spain

Queen Sofia and Infanta Elena unite to recognise work in creating fairer society

In a ceremony held in Madrid, Queen Sofía presented the prestigious Fundación MAPFRE 2023 Social Awards. These awards were designed to honour individuals, organizations, and projects that strive towards fostering a fairer and more equal society through their work. Fundación MAPFRE awards hold international significance, offering a total prize fund of 90,000 euros, along with the…
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Infanta Elena of Spain to undertake her first official engagement in two years

The Spanish Royal Household has announced that Infanta Elena, the oldest sister to King Felipe, will preside over her first official engagement in approximately two years.  When King Juan Carlos I abdicated in 2014, The Royal Family was reduced to just the King and Queen, their daughters and the former King and Queen, Juan Carlos and Sofìa, meaning that Infanta Elena was no longer considered…
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Spain

Infanta Elena of Spain taken to hospital after fall

Her Royal Highness Infanta Elena, Duchess of Lugo was taken to hospital yesterday after falling from her horse during an afternoon practice on the grounds of Zarzuela Palace. After the incident, she was treated on scene by a team of doctors for an injury to her wrist. The…