British Royals

The big question over King Charles at his first State Opening of Parliament as Monarch

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5th November 2023
The first State Opening of Parliament of the reign of King Charles III is set to take place in the early days of November 2023 but ahead of this solemn event, steeped in history, one big question remains. As His Majesty speaks before the assembled politicians in the House of Lords, will he be wearing the Imperial State Crown? It is usual for the Monarch to wear the Crown which is the symbol of…
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Spain

Princess Leonor swears allegiance to Spain's constitution in historic ceremony

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31st October 2023
Spain’s future queen has sworn allegiance to the country’s constitution in an historic ceremony. Princess Leonor took her solemn oath before the country’s parliament. Casa de S.M. el Rey/ X still/ fair use The ceremony took place on October 31st 2023, her 18th birthday. From this moment, she can reign by herself without a regency and can act as regent should her father…
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Spain

How Princess Leonor took over Madrid on the eve of an historic day

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30th October 2023
The woman who will one day reign in Spain is currently dominating the country. On the eve of her coming of age, it’s hard to miss Princess Leonor. The heir to the throne’s image can be found across the Spanish capital, Madrid, as a new official portrait of the princess is flown from lamp posts while the royal standard is plastered across buses. [getty src=”1765151452&#8243…
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