The Netherlands

Dutch princesses bring all the style to Formula 1 at Circuit Zandvoort

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2nd September 2025
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands got a style lesson as they headed to the Dutch Grand Prix – from their three daughters. The Dutch king and queen were joined by Princess Catharina Amalia, Princess Alexia, and Princess Ariane, for the Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort.  The Formula 1 race was held from 1950 until 1985. After a 35 year break, the Dutch race…
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Features

Queen Sonja of Norway's battle to be accepted as a royal bride

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30th August 2025
King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway have just celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. While the royal couple are now beloved in Norway, Sonja faced a tough journey to become queen.  Sonja Haraldsen was born in July 1937 to Karl August Haraldsen and Dagny Ulrichsen. After completing her secondary schooling, she studied French, English, and art history at the University of Oslo. In…
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Features

This is the longest reigning monarch in history and how he managed to stay in power so long surprised me

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28th August 2025
While Queen Elizabeth II’s reign was an impressive 70 years and 214 days, there is one sovereign monarch in history whose reign is even longer- King Louis XIV, the Sun King. Louis XIV of France reigned for 72 years and 110 years. The epitome of an absolute monarch, you can still see the impact of his reign physically in Paris and across France. The son of King Louis XIII and…
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British Royals

The extravagant summer home that Queen Victoria hated but which is now world famous

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26th August 2025
The Royal Family have been spending their summers at the Balmoral Estate for over a century and half now, with their Scottish holiday a highlight of the year. However, Scotland has not always been the favoured vacation spot. Although no longer a royal home, the luxurious Brighton Pavilion (also known as the Royal Pavilion) was once a favourite of King George IV and King William IV.  A summer…
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