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 anaemia. In recent weeks,
Harald has been treated for hemolytic anemia, a condition that
destroys red blood cells faster…
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…
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 no surprise as she was a fashion student
before marrying into royalty. And her unusual jewel is linked to
another queen known…
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…
Infanta Sofía delivered her first
official speech on Wednesday as she presented grants from the
Ibercaja Foundation. In the presence of King Felipe, Queen Letizia,
and Princess Leonor, the Spanish royal presented ‘Leading Teachers’
grants to five educators at the Monastery of Our Lady of Cogullada.
These teachers were being recognised, according to the Spanish
Royal House, for…
After the summer holidays, King Frederik
and Queen Mary have teed up their next State Visit: the royal
couple will officially visit Belgium in September. The Danish Royal
Court announced on Wednesday that between 8-10 September, King
Frederik and Queen Mary will be guests…
Queen Silvia of Sweden just revealed why she's so popular and plenty of other royals could take a lesson from her example
19th June 2026
Queen Silvia of Sweden has just put
herself into the record books and given a masterclass in how to be
a modern day royal while she’s at it. On June 19 2026, Silvia
marked 50 years as Queen of Sweden. She’s the first person ever to
reach that milestone. And…
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands and Emperor Naruhito of Japan at ultimate World Cup watch party
15th June 2026
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands
just set up the biggest watch party of the World Cup so far as he
invited the Emperor of Japan over to catch a match. The two rulers
were snapped looking relaxed as the Dutch monarch hosted a football
celebration at one of his castles. Emperor Naruhito of Japan is in
the Netherlands ahead of a State Visit which gets under way in a
few days’…
