Queen Margrethe II of Denmark is celebrating her first birthday since her abdication.
The former monarch, who abdicated on January 14th 2024 after a reign of 52 years, is spending the day privately at Fredensborg Palace.
However, she made a brief appearance to greet wellwishers as well as media as she was joined at her home by family for a lunch to mark her big day.
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Two of the heads of Europe’s ruling houses had a birthday get together just hours before one hosted the other on an important State Visit.
King Philippe of the Belgians and his cousin, Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, were seen sharing a special birthday cake as…
The role held by the Duke of Kent for an historic half century
13th April 2024
The Duke of Kent might be stepping aside as Colonel of the Scots Guards but he has claimed a place in the history books as he does so.
The Duke, 88, has held the role for 50 years, the longest tenure of anyone as Colonel of the Regiment.
Prince Edward will formally…
The Duke of Kent retires as Colonel of the Scots Guards and is replaced by the Duke of Edinburgh
13th April 2024
The Duke of Kent is stepping back as Colonel of the Scots Guards in his 50th year in the role.
The Duke, now 88, will be replaced by the Duke of Edinburgh.
The changeover happens on April 14th 2024 when the Duke of Kent attends annual Black Sunday events in London for the regiment. Black Sunday is The Scots Guards annual day of remembrance.
The Duke will attend a Service of Remembrance at…
Queen Sofia has been discharged from hospital after treatment for an infeciton.
The queen, 85, left the Ruber International Clinic in Madrid on the afternoon of April 13th 2024 after four days of treatment.
She smiled and waved to reporters and photographers and…
King Charles and Queen Camilla - 'our hearts go out' to the families of those killed in Sydney knife attack
13th April 2024
King Charles III has said his heart goes out to the families of those killed in a knife attack at a shopping mall in Sydney, Australia.
The King sent a message to all those affected by the attack which left six people dead and at least another eight in hospital. Among…
The Prince and Princess of Wales 'shocked and saddened' by knife attack in Australia
13th April 2024
The Prince and Princess of Wales have spoken of their shock and sadness after six people were killed in a knife attack at a shopping mall in Sydney, Australia.
The Prince and Princess issued a message of sympathy just hours after the attack.
Eight people are still being treated in hospital following the stabbings. One of them is a nine month old baby whose mother was killed in the…
Princess Anne dons a hard hat for a brand new venture
13th April 2024
The Princess Royal was in a hard hat and high vis jacket as she got to grips with a new project.
Princess Anne is the sponsor of HMS Venturer, the Royal Navy’s newest frigate, which is currently under construction in Rosyth.
As work continued, the Princess Royal…
The diamonds that became a royal tiara for just one night
13th April 2024
As she stepped into the Royal Opera House for a concert marking one of the biggest political events of her reign, Elizabeth II was the picture of serenity. But just minutes earlier she had had to perform a tiara swap as her jewels fell apart in the back of her royal…
The dazzling diamond bow that became a favourite of two queens
13th April 2024
It’s among the lesser known sparklers in the royal collection but it has been passed among queens before they were majesties and it provides a fascinating glimpse into how family and dynasty intertwine.
The Dorset Bow Brooch might not be one of the most famous of royal gems but its significance to the House of Windsor meant it took a starring role in the last major exhibition at…