Monaco

The curse of the Princely Family of Monaco

The ill-health of Princess Charlene of Monaco is just the latest in a series of bad luck for the Princely Family of Monaco, and according to a legend, it is all because of a witch’s curse. Legend has it that the Grimaldi family has been cursed for around 700 years, going back to 14th century Europe. There are different versions of the story, but the most famous says that a witch cursed…
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Norway

Crown Princess Mette-Marit puts a focus on literature during school visits

Crown Princess Mette-Marit has for many years devoted a lot of time to work to promote literature and increase reading among younger people. This week, a literature festival was arranged for the students at Gamlebyen school in Oslo. At the school’s library, the Crown Princess met fourth-graders who has discovered the joy of reading. In the schoolyard, the Crown Princess was greeted by…
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DenmarkPalaces & Buildings

Danish royal castle and birthplace of two kings may be sold

The Danish Palaces and Culture Agency plans to put Charlottenlund Castle up for sale within a few months. This may mean that tourists could will lose access to the castle with a rich royal history. After a long disagreement between Gentofte Municipality and the Danish Palaces and Culture Agency about the use of Charlottenlund Castle Gardens and its five buildings the Palaces and Culture Agency…
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Sweden

Prince Carl Philip fined for speeding

Prince Carl Philip of Sweden has been fined for speeding after being caught by cameras at the end of 2021. The prince, who has driven professionally in rallies for several years, did not contest the fine. A speed camera in Stockholm captured the prince driving above…
European RoyalsSweden

Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel visit Stockholm School of Economics

Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel paid a visit to the Stockholm School of Economics, one of Europe’s leading business teaching institutions with a focus on community. Their Royal Highnesses were welcomed by Rector Lars Strannegård on Wednesday, 9th March 2022. They received an initial briefing on the development of the School in recent years and an overview of the key points of…
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