Jordan

King Abdullah undergoes successful back surgery

Jordan’s King Abdullah has undergone a successful back surgery. The King of Jordan, 60, underwent the surgery in Frankfurt, Germany, on Tuesday, 12 April, at a specialist clinic. The surgery was to treat a thoracic herniated disc, which was the result of extreme physical activities from military duties, according to state media. King Abdullah will undergo a period of rest before he…
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The Netherlands

Which Dutch royals will attend the Invictus Games?

The Dutch royals have announced who will attend the Invictus Games in The Hague, which are set to begin this weekend. Both King Willem-Alexander and his aunt, Princess Margriet, are set to attend the seven-day event. A Royal House spokesperson said: “King Willem-Alexander and Princess Margriet will attend the Invictus Games. The Princess will be present at the opening ceremony on…
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Japan

Princess Aiko to continue university studies online

Japan’s Princess Aiko plans to continue her university studies online for the time being. The only child of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako is in her third year of university and has said she will study online to prevent her parents from getting sick. The…
Sweden

Swedish royals conclude visits around their country

The Swedish Royal Family has concluded their trips to each of Sweden’s counties to show their support after the global health crisis. The last journey took King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silva to Jämtland County, where they travelled to Ă–stersund. Their Majesties met with Governor Marita Ljung at her residence to discuss how the global health crisis impacted the county with various…
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Jordan

Queen Rania has Iftar with women from Al Karak

Queen Rania of Jordan has had Iftar with women from Al Karak during Ramadan. The Queen of Jordan travelled to the Al Karak Governate on 5 April to take part in Iftar (meal eaten after sunset by Muslims during Ramadan) and show her support for the women and their contributions to society. Women active in education, social welfare, culture, volunteer work, and charitable efforts joined Her…
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