Serbia

Serbia’s Royal Family votes in constitutional referendum

A constitutional referendum was held in Serbia on 16 January, in which voters decided on changing the Constitution regarding the judiciary. The Serbian Royal Family, who hold no power or authority as they were deposed decades ago, has voted in the referendum, and the politically involved Prince Philip made a clear statement. On both Twitter and Facebook, the son of Crown Prince Alexander…
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The Netherlands

A Queen's advice on Blue Monday

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has shared some advice on what has been dubbed “Blue Monday.” The Queen posted two photographs on Instagram, sharing how she takes care of her mental and physical health while also encouraging others to get outside and take a…
Norway

King Harald marks anniversary of his accession to Norway's throne

On this day, 17 January, it is exactly 31 years since King Olav V died and his son took over as Norway’s new monarch. On the evening of 17 January 1991, at 10.20pm, King Olav V died at the royal cabin, Kongsseteren, in the outskirts of the capital, Oslo. Olav was King of Norway from the time he took over from his father, King Haakon VII, on 21 September 1957 until his death on 17 January…
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Belgium

Princess's time as twinkle toes comes to an end

Princess Delphine of Belgium’s time on Dancing with the Stars has come to an end. The Princess was voted off the show on Saturday evening, finishing in sixth place on the Flemish dancing show. Belgian journalist Wim Dehandschutter first reported the news and spoke to Delphine after the results. Delphine, who was interviewed in English, said she thought each week she would get…
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Spain

King Felipe welcomes new ambassadors to Spain

Following the military ceremony of Pascua Militar, King Felipe took on his duties as head of state from the diplomatic angle and welcomed six new ambassadors to the Royal Palace in Madrid for the presentation of their Letters of Credentials.  His Majesty was dressed in his gala uniform, the same he had on for his proclamation, and welcomed new ambassadors for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the…
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