Spain

Spain's heir, Leonor, at Princess of Asturias Awards for first time

The future queen of Spain has carried out a major royal duty for the first time. Leonor, Princess of Asturias has presented the Awards which bear her title and pledged her life to the service of Spain.Leonor took centre stage at the prize ceremony at the Campoamor Theatre in Oviedo. She handed out the awards to recipients recognised for their excellence in areas including literature, arts…
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Spain

Princess Leonor: 'I promise to serve Spain'

In her first major speech, the heir to the throne of Spain has pledged her ongoing service to her country and all those living in it. Princess Leonor made her promise at the Princess of Asturias Awards in Oviedo which she is overseeing for the first time.Speaking…
BelgiumLuxembourg

Belgian State Visit to Luxembourg, Day Two in Pictures

There were words of thanks, a gala concert and a photo that will make every review of the royal year going. The second day of the State Visit of the King and Queen of the Belgians to Luxembourg saw them focus on some of the most vital ties between the two countries. But it was the momentary reaction of two royals that caught everyone’s attention. Here’s Royal Central’s round up…
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Queen Elizabeth II

Who's the Queen been sending red roses to?

It’s been a busy week for Elizabeth II. She’s opened Parliament, given the Queen’s Speech and helped mark a major milestone for one of the most famous churches in the world. And as it turns out, she’s also been leaving red roses for a rather distinguished gentleman. But the Duke of Edinburgh has nothing to worry about. This posy was sent to one of her predecessors as…
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King Charles IIIQueen Elizabeth II

Camilla at The Queen's side for second major event in two days

They’re becoming a bit of a royal double act. For the second time this week, the Queen has been joined by the Duchess of Cornwall for one of the biggest ceremonies in the royal diary. The two women have led events marking a major anniversary for Westminster Abbey, the church most associated with royalty in Britain.The Queen and the Duchess of Cornwall attended a special service at the…
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