British Royals

Prince Harry loses legal appeal over security

The Duke of Sussex has lost his appeal over the level of security he receives while he is in the UK.Prince Harry was challenging the way a decision by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) to downgrade his security was made.The change came when he and the Duchess of Sussex decided to step back as working royals in 2020. They used to get automatic protection but it’s now…
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Royal News

Dutch royals express regret at not being at the funeral of Pope Francis

Queen Maxima expressed her regret at not being able to attend the funeral of Pope Francis as she joined her royal family instead for a national celebration.The Queen of the Netherlands, who is from Argentina like Pope Francis, was taking part in events for King’s Day when she spoke of her sadness.As she joined her husband, King Willem-Alexander, at the parties for his birthday, she…
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The big grin from Louis that marks a big birthday for the young prince

Prince Louis is celebrating his seventh birthday and, in true royal style, there’s a new photo to mark the moment.Louis has been snapped out and about in the woods for a special portrait for his big day.The prince, fourth in line to the throne, is seen perched on a log and surrounded by trees and foliage.However, most noticeably, he’s showing just how grown up his getting…
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Belgium

The king who surprised everyone marks a milestone birthday with a portrait caught in thought

His reign is the unexpected success story of the 21st century and as he turns 65, King Philippe of the Belgians has plenty to celebrate.The man who was written off by some when he was still a potential heir has become one of the most popular monarchs on the continent of Europe.Now, as he marks his milestone birthday, a new portrait of the Belgian monarch has been revealed and it shows him…
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