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Queen Sofia presides over Alzheimer's conference in Asturias

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10th November 2023
Queen Sofía of Spain was back in Asturias to preside over the official inauguration of a conference on Alzheimer’s and the integration of sufferers in daily life. On 9th November, Her Majesty arrived in the town of Gijón and, in front of the Convention Centre, she was welcomed by local authorities, including the President of the Principality of Asturias and the mayor of the city…
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Is Spain's monarchy about to see a crucial member retire? A look at the future of Queen Sofia

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4th November 2023
Queen Sofía of Spain celebrated her 85th birthday just two days after her granddaughter turned 18-years-old. The coincidence of these two milestones has many speculating over the future of the Greek Princess who came to Spain with no throne. Even after the abdication of her husband in 2014 and the subsequent accession of her son Felipe to the throne of Spain, Queen Sofía maintained a…
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King Philippe and Queen Sofia lead tributes on anniversary of beloved king's death

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3rd August 2023
On the 30th anniversary of his death, many European Royals reunited in Motril, Spain, to celebrate the life and legacy of King Baudouin of the Belgians. On Monday, 31st July, the Andalusian city welcomed King Philippe of the Belgians, nephew to King Baudouin and eventual successor to his throne. King Philippe was accompanied by his younger daughter, Princess Eleonore. Casa de S.M. el…
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A small royal delegation braves the cold to bid farewell to Pope Benedict XVI at his funeral

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5th January 2023
It was a chilly & foggy morning in Vatican City on 5th January, a somber day for the city state as they laid Pope Benedict XVI to rest. St Peter’s Square welcomed world leaders and dignitaries from across the globe, including a small delegation of royals, led by King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians and Queen Sofía of Spain. The funeral service began at 9:25am local time…
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