Royal WeddingsSweden

Princess Madeleine reveals she was having contractions during brother's wedding

In a new interview with Swedish magazine Mama, Princess Madeleine revealed that she was having contractions during her brother, Prince Carl Philip’s June 2015 wedding to Sofia Hellqvist (now Princess Sofia). Two days later, her son, Prince Nicolas was born.The Princess said she was having contractions all day and was three centimetres dilated all while wearing a tiara and gown to watch…
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Belgium

Prince Amedeo of Belgium and wife, Princess Elisabetta welcome second child, a son

Prince Amedeo of Belgium, Archduke of Austria-Este – nephew of King Philippe of Belgium – and his wife, Princess Elisabetta have welcomed their second child, a son.The baby boy was born on 6 September at 9:05 pm in the UMC Saint-Pierre Hospital in Brussels. He weighs 3.3 kg and measures 50 cm. The Royal Palace said, “Both mother and child are doing well. Their families share…
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Japan

Empress Emerita Michiko to have breast cancer surgery on Sunday

Empress Emerita Michiko of Japan, 84, is set to have breast cancer surgery on Sunday, according to the Imperial Household Agency.Michiko has stage one breast cancer that has no clear signs of cancer metastasis. A mass on her left breast was discovered after a regular health check in mid-July. Tissue examination took place on 2 August which confirmed the cancer.Her Imperial Majesty will…
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The Netherlands

Princess Margriet of the Netherlands presents 'Liberation75' tulip bulbs to Canadian Veteran

Princess Margriet of the Netherlands presented ‘Liberation75’ tulip bulbs to Canadian Veteran Don White yesterday in Het Loo Palace’s garden. Tulips are the symbol of friendship between Canada and the Netherlands.[getty src=”1165652258,1165652255″ width=”594″ height=”400″]The presentation of the ‘Liberation75’ tulip bulbs…
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