King Harald of Norway remains in hospital
as he continues to receive treatment following his recent health
problems. The Norwegian royals confirmed on Friday that the
89-year-old monarch remains at the National Hospital in Oslo for
treatment. The Norwegian King will also miss a planned visit to
Trøndelag, with the royals confirming that Queen Sonja will carry
out the visit as…
Queen Mary returned to work after the
summer holidays on Tuesday, sporting leopard print flats and a
smile as she arrived at Momentet. The Danish queen spoke briefly to
the press before entering the Momentet building, saying, “I have
been looking forward to being back…
Belgium gets a brand new prince with no royal role and no claim on public money as Laurent, brother of King Philippe, makes legal move
20th August 2026
Belgium has acquired a brand new prince
but he will have no royal role. Clement Vandenkerckhove has been
formally recognised by Prince Laurent of Belgium as his natural
son. Laurent confirmed he was the father of Clement, 26, in a DNA
test several years ago. Now, the…
King Harald V’s granddaughter Leah
Isadora Behn is set to take to the dancefloor after signing up for
Norway’s version of Strictly Come Dancing. The 21-year-old has
confirmed that she will appear on the forthcoming series of Skal vi
danse, which translates as Shall We Dance? The Norwegian show is
part of the international Dancing with the Stars franchise and is
one of the country’s…
King Harald of Norway is in hospital
after a surprise admission this afternoon during a medical test.
King Harald, 89, was kept in for further tests and care at the
Rigshopitalet in Oslo after his doctors became concerned about the
side effects of treatment for a form of…
The kings who would never have reigned in 21st century Europe without royal rules that favour men
15th August 2026
Liechstenstein’s royals have announced
they are changing their succession laws to allow women and men to
have the same rights. It means that most countries in Europe no
long prefer princes to princesses when it comes to heirs to the
throne. However, that’s only a…
Liechtenstein's royals make a major change as they announce women can finally succeed to the country's throne
15th August 2026
The royal family of Liechtenstein marked
its national day with a major announcement that ended an historic
law that once got them reprimanded by the UN. On August 15, it was
announced that women can finally succeed to the country’s throne.
The alternation comes after a shift in the ‘house laws’ that govern
the ruling dynasty. Following the changes, which were approved by…
This super stylish royal wore the coronation jewels of another queen to make a bold statement
29th July 2026
It’s one of the most unusual tiaras in
any royal collection and the Queen of Norway surprised everyone
with a recent rewear. Queen Sonja’s unexpected diadem choice put a
striking gem in the headline. Sonja is one of the most stylish
royals around – perhaps…
Two of the most popular royals in Europe
will be meeting up this autumn for a series of appearances. Queen
Mary of Denmark will be heading to Belgium in September for a State
Visit and her host will be Queen Mathilde. Both women are hugely
popular and their joint…
Spain dominated at the FIFA World Cup
final Sunday evening, securing victory in overtime against
Argentina, 1-0, taking the trophy after 16 years. They did it in
the presence of Spain’s football good luck charm: Infanta Sofía.
The second-in-line to the Spanish throne was in the stadium
alongside King Felipe, Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor; but of
her immediate family members, she’s the…
