Japan’s Yuriko, Princess Mikasa has been
hospitalised after being diagnosed with having an abnormal heart
rhythm, the Imperial Household Agency announced on Monday. The
Princess is not believed to be in critical condition. She was
admitted to St. Luke’s International Hospital in Tokyo, where she
will remain for at least the coming week. It is her second
hospitalisation in six…
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of
Bhutan personally presented a Desuup volunteer with two medals on
his 41st birthday. These Desuup pins are earned by the Desuup
volunteers for their voluntary service and can be worn on their
uniforms. The King was accompanied by his…
Emperor of Japan thankful for "perseverance and strength of the people"
23rd February 2021
Emperor Naruhito of Japan has said that
he is thankful for the “perseverance and strength of the [Japanese]
people” during the pandemic. He made the remarks on the occasion of
his 61st birthday on 23 February. The Emperor also thanked the
medical…
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and
Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan have sent their well wishes on the
occasion of the Chinese New Year. Their Majesties shared a Losar
Card on their social media featuring the artwork of contemporary
Bhutanese artist Rajesh Gurung. Photo: Royal Office for Media The
King and Queen wished everyone a happy and prosperous new year on
behalf of themselves and…
There are questions on the whereabouts of
Thailand’s Queen Suthida who hasn’t been seen in person since 28
December. The King, Rama X, has been seen with his concubine, Royal
Noble Consort Sineenat since that time. After people began
questioning the…
Cambodia’s Prince Norodom Yuvaneath has
been cremated in the United States. The 77-year-old died on 13
January and was the half-brother to Cambodia’s monarch, King
Norodom Sihamoni and the son of the late King Norodom Sihanouk. The
Prince resided in the United…
Popular Thai politician charged with defaming monarchy over Facebook Live comments
24th January 2021
On Wednesday, the Thai government filed a
formal lèse-majesté complaint against prominent billionaire
opposition leader Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit. Thanathorn, the
founder of the progressive Future Forward Party, had criticised the
slow rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. Thanathorn’s family owns the
Thai Summit Group, the largest auto parts manufacturer in Thailand.
The complaint…
New US President Joe Biden has received
congratulatory messages from royals across the globe. Messages have
been sent from Cambodia, Jordan, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden,
Thailand and the UK. The King of Cambodia, Norodom Sihamoni, sent a
letter conveying his “most…
Thailand’s Princess Maha Chakri
Sirindhorn is in the hospital after injuring her ankle in a fall on
Monday. The Royal Household Bureau made the announcement on Monday
saying the 65-year-old tripped and fell during a morning walk. The
younger sister of King Rama X…
Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel
Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema have unveiled a new family photo
for the New Year. The image was taken on National Day on 17
December 2020 at Punakha Dzong, Punakha, Bhutan. The King and Queen
are pictured with their two sons, Crown Prince Jigme Namgyel (4)
and Prince Ugyen Wangchuck (9 months). The former will celebrate
his fifth birthday in February…
