Denmark

The historic royal gem that Queen Mary of Denmark doesn't wear but her daughter does

The Danish Royal Family has a strong jewellery collection with Queen Mary showcasing many in recent months. Most gems represented in the treasure trove amassed over the last two centuries. A gem that now belongs to the daughter of Queen Mary Among them is a particularly unique gem with a history that links it to queens – although Queen Mary won’t ever be one of them. The pretty…
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Spain

Pope Leo XIV says he's grateful for King Felipe and Queen Letizia's papal inauguration attendance as he receives invite to Spain

Though Pope Leo XIV will be stateside this weekend in his hometown of Chicago, he might soon find himself in Spain if he accepts King Felipe’s invitation. A Holy See press readout shows that the recently-elected Pontiff held a phone call with Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and “expressed his gratitude that King Felipe and Queen Letizia came to Rome” for his papal…
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Monaco

Princess Charlene and a dog are the stars as President of France makes State Visit to Monaco

Princess Charlene has taken a leading role as the President of France makes a State Visit to Monaco and she’s added a rather unexpected companion to proceedings – one of her dogs. Charlene welcomed Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, in a spectacular ceremony at the Prince’s Palace in Monte Carlo before holding a series of informal chats with the French First Lady in the royal…
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Sweden

What to expect from Sweden's royals on their country's national day

The Swedish Royal Family will be celebrating their country’s National Day on 6 June. A major event on the royal calendar, we will be seeing the extended royal family of Sweden and some will mark the day by wearing their traditional costumes.  National Day in Sweden marks two major historical anniversaries. On 6 June 1523, Gustav Vasa was elected as king and Sweden became an independent…
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