Norway

The monarch's role in Norway

Each monarchy holds a different position within its country; not all monarchs have the same responsibilities, duties, and roles. King Harald V of Norway ascended the throne upon his father’s death in 1991. As King of Norway, Harald fulfills several different functions, along with his wife, Queen Sonja, and his son, Crown Prince Haakon.  As a constitutional monarch, King Harald has many…
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European Royals

Which royal just got unmasked on 'The Masked Singer'?

The Masked Singer has become one of the most popular reality TV shows in the world, with versions airing in many countries. And now it’s had its first contestant with royal links. Each season of The Masked Singer features a group of celebrity contestants. In a typical episode, four to six contestants each sing a 90-second cover for panellists and an audience anonymously in…
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Luxembourg

Wedding bells ring in Luxembourg for Grand Duke Henri's only daughter

The Grand Ducal Court of Luxembourg has announced the engagement of Princess Alexandra to Mr Nicolas Bagory. The Grand Ducal Court said: “Their Royal Highnesses the Grand Duke and the Grand Duchess are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra, to Mr Nicolas Bagory.” “The two families join in the happiness of the…
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European Royals

Albanian Crown Prince criticises UK Home Secretary over migrant comments

In August of this year, it was reported that about 12,000 Albanians had arrived illegally in Great Britain during 2022. Now Crown Prince Leka II of Albania has taken a strong stand against what he calls the ”demonization” of Albanians. It all started when MP James Daly said he wanted to return all Albanians that have entered the UK this year, writing on Twitter that he thought there…
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