Norway

King Harald marks Liberation Day in Oslo

After two years of pandemic restrictions, the public was finally able to participate in the celebration of the Norwegian Liberation and Veterans Day. Nevertheless, the war in Ukraine left its mark on the day that was commemorated on May 8th 2022 with both His Majesty King Harald and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon present. The royals were present during the main celebration at Akerhus…
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British RoyalsEuropean RoyalsMonacoThe Yorks

An unusual royal pair joins forces for the environment

Prince Albert of Monaco met Sarah, Duchess of York, at an award ceremony in Gothenburg, Sweden.  The two royals met on Thursday, 5 May, as the Duchess of York presented the Sovereign Prince of Monaco the Perfect Word Foundation Award for his work in protecting the oceans.  Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie’s mum is Global Ambassador for the Perfect World Foundation and was in charge of…
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Belgium

New dates announced for Belgium's official visit to former colony

After many postponements due to global events, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians will finally make their way to Congo next month.  On Thursday, 5 May, the Belgian Royal Palace announced that Their Majesties, along with a small delegation of Belgian politicians, will undertake the official visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo between 7 and 13 June.  The delegation will…
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European RoyalsSweden

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden attends conference on spinal injuries

Crown Princess Victoria has attended the opening of the Nordic Spinal Cord Society’s bi-annual conference at the Spinalis Foundation.  Her Royal Highness arrived at the Solna facility in the morning of Thursday, 5th May, and was welcomed by Claes Hultling, the CEO of the Spinalis Foundation. Once inside, the future queen sat down with Björn Zoëga, hospital director, and Irene…
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