Features

Poignant heirlooms and peacocks - the emeralds of a famous dynasty

May’s birthstone is the emerald, a jewel that features in some of the most striking royal tiaras and necklaces currently used by ruling houses around Europe. Throughout May, Royal Central is focusing on all things emerald. And today, we’re looking at the tiaras dominated by that stone which are owned by the Luxembourg Grand Ducal Family. Chaumet Emerald Tiara The Chuamet Emerald…
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The Edinburghs

The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Iraq

The Duchess of Edinburgh has spent some time in the Middle East this week on a previously unannounced visit to Iraq on behalf of her work with survivors of conflict-related sexual violence. Buckingham Palace announced the news on Tuesday afternoon, noting that Sophie had spent two days in Iraq at the request of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to support the Women, Peace and…
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Prince & Princess of Wales

Earthshot Prize announces its 2023 location

The Earthshot Prize is headed to Singapore later this year for its third iteration. “The Earthshot Prize is all about showing the world that solutions to some of the biggest environmental challenges we face are out there and need to be scaled,” said the Prince of Wales. “After two years of discovering impactful ideas and innovations, I am delighted that The Earthshot Prize is…
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DenmarkNorway

Scandinavian cousins to meet on official visit

Royal cousins will reunite next month when King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway pay an official visit to Queen Margrethe in Denmark. The Danish Royal Court announced the news on Monday, revealing that the two-day visit will occur from 16 to 17 June. The visit is…
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A Windsor surprise as William and Catherine pop into a sunny lunch along the Long Walk

The Prince and Princess of Wales surprised people along the Long Walk at Windsor Castle Sunday afternoon, joining a Coronation Big Lunch event just outside their home. The royal couple had spent Sunday morning rehearsing for the evening’s Coronation Concert, where William gave a speech telling his father, “We’re all so proud of you” and pledging his life in service of “King, Country…
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