Belgium

Princess Maria Laura of Belgium to marry French-born William Isvy

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27th December 2021
The year had one last happy surprise in store for the Belgian Royal Family. Princess Maria Laura is getting married to William Isvy.  Her parents, Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz, announced the engagement earlier today with a picture portraying the couple hugging and smiling. The bride-to-be received a ring with a round sapphire surrounded by a twist of diamonds, a modern play on the…
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Sweden

King Carl XVI Gustaf focuses on science and research in Christmas Day address

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26th December 2021
King Carl XVI Gustaf addressed the Swedish people on Christmas night, focusing on the benefits of science and research while sharing his hope for the future. He first remarked on how he and the Queen sent telegrams to over 1500 Swedes who turned 100 this year and how unusual it used to be to reach such a milestone. The King said that many of those born now will get to celebrate their 100th…
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Norway

Norway's royals welcome a new member on Christmas Day

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25th December 2021
Norway’s royals have been joined by a brand new member for Christmas. The family of the Crown Prince and Princess have welcomed a puppy called Molly Fiskebolle. The new addition was introduced on the family’s official social media on Christmas morning. The puppy was seen being cuddled by Prince Sverre Magnus and Princess Ingrid Alexandra as the festivities got under way. Det Norske…
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Luxembourg

Grand Duke Henri talks about the pandemic and democracy in Christmas Eve address

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25th December 2021
Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg addressed the Luxembourg people on Christmas Eve, focusing on the continuing global health crisis and the benefits of democracy. He said that Christmas is an opportunity to “remind us of the values ​​which are fundamental for our living together: mutual aid, empathy, solidarity and respect. These values ​​should guide us at a time when the pandemic is…
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