The former Belgian monarch, Albert II, is to stay in hospital longer than first expected after being admitted with dehydration.
The king, who is 89, was admitted early on the morning of June 27th 2023 after his health gave cause for concern.
Belgium’s Royal Palace initially said he would remain in hospital for a couple of days. However, on June 28th 2023, a short statement confirmed…
King Albert II of Belgium is being treated in hospital for dehydration.
The king, who turned 89 just a few weeks ago, was taken in for treatment after becoming unwell at home.
His wife, Queen Paola, is at his side.
His eldest son, King Philippe of the Belgians, has…
The Prince of Wales speaks of his determination to end homelessness as he launches Homewards
27th June 2023
The Prince of Wales says he believes that homelessness can be eradicated with the development of innovative ways of tackling the issues involved.
Prince William spoke out as he began a two day tour of the UK in which he’ll visit six areas chosen to pilot the…
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is to spend a term working as an assistant in a school.
The second in line to the throne, who has just finished her secondary education, will be an assistant and an environmental worker at Uranienborg from September and through the autumn.
After that, she will begin a year of military training which will take her to Skjold camp in Inner Troms, the base of…
Sarah, Duchess of York is being treated for breast cancer.
The duchess discovered she had an early form of the disease during a routine mammogram and was advised to have immediate surgery.
She has since undergone a successful operation.
The duchess is now receiving…
The Princess of Wales takes to the tennis courts for training for one of Wimbledon's most important roles
24th June 2023
The Princess of Wales has taken to the tennis courts to see the work that goes into one of the most crucial roles at Wimbledon – that of ball boy and ball girl.
The Princess was joined by eight times Men’s Singles Champion, Roger Federer, on a training day…
King Charles III has praised military past and present on his first Armed Forces Day as Commander-in-Chief.
In a message sent on behalf of himself and Queen Camilla, His Majesty spoke of the ”immense and dedicated contribution of our military both at home and overseas.”
King Charles also highlighted the lifelong service of many, saying ”we remember, with gratitude, the…
It’s a single pearl set among dozens of diamonds but despite that sparkling competition, it still shines. And now it’s added a new chapter to its history. For this pearl is part of a brooch that was given to the Royal Family in times of war in the hope that it…
The tears of King Charles as his Ascot win brings a special link to Queen Elizabeth II
23rd June 2023
King Charles III was visibly moved as his horse raced to a famous win at Royal Ascot – and there was a poignant reason why.
The horse had been bred by his beloved mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
His Majesty clearly had tears in his eyes as he celebrated the victory…
Queen Camilla presents the Ascot trophy named after the royal whose crown she wore at the Coronation
21st June 2023
Their names are both written in the history books as queen consorts and their Coronations involved the same crown so it’s fitting that Queen Camilla has presented the main prize on the second day of Royal Ascot, named after a woman with whom she has many links, Queen Mary.
Her Majesty handed over the historic gilt trophy to winners in a sunny ceremony soon after the race ended.
Victory…
