History

The mysterious missing Romanov jewels: where are they?

The Romanov family had one of the most impressive jewel collections in Europe. However, during the Russian Revolution, the new government claimed the collection and several pieces mysteriously went missing.  Tsar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate on 15 March 1917. Shortly after, Nicolas and his family were imprisoned and they would be held at various locations until they were executed by the…
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Royal News

King Charles to host Qatar State Visit in December

Buckingham Palace has announced that King Charles and Queen Camilla will host an incoming State Visit in early December.  The King and Queen will be hosting The Emir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his first wife, Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Hamad bin Suhaim Al Thanki from Tuesday, 3 December to Wednesday 4 December.  The Amir and his wife…
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The Edinburghs

Edward and Sophie recreate poignant photo

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh took a very poignant photo when they visited a meaningful home on Malta. The Duke and Duchess arrived in Malta on Monday for a four day trip. The trip is celebrating Malta’s 60th anniversary as an independent nation and honouring Maltese contributions and bravery during the Second World War. After being welcomed by the Maltese President…
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Denmark

Queen Mary welcomes holiday season in Denmark

Although it is only October, the holiday season is fast approaching. Queen Mary of Denmark welcomed a favourite holiday tradition as she unveiled the 2024 Christmas Stamp.  Queen Mary visited Copenhagen City Hall to carry out a special tradition now in its 117th year…
Denmark

King Frederik sees important environment exhibition

While Queen Mary spent much of her time in Brazil last week learning about the Amazonian climate, King Frederik spent his time learning about water and the role it plays in climate.  The King visited the Danish Architecture Centre (the DAC) on Monday to see a new exhibition, “Water is Coming”. King Frederik was welcomed to the DAC by CEO Kent Martinussen. He was given a tour of…
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