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Two Queens in a carriage: The Dutch King & Queen are Her Majesty's special guests at Royal Ascot

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18th June 2019
The lack of sunshine didn’t stop the smiles. As day one of Royal Ascot 2019 got underway, the royal procession was led by the Queen who was joined by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands for the start of the famous meeting. Queen Elizabeth II hosted the Dutch King and Queen at the racecourse as her special guests. Their Majesties all travelled together in the carriage…
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Norway

King Harald celebrated the Norwegian-American Association's 100th anniversary

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18th June 2019
On Monday afternoon, His Majesty King Harald of Norway celebrated his patronage, the Norwegian-American Association’s 100th anniversary. His Majesty the King was present at the celebration of the Norway-America Association’s 100th anniversary at Akershus Fortress. Philosopher Henrik Syse held the welcome speech at Akershus Fortress, while Charge d’Affaires from the US, Ann…
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Denmark

Countess Alexandra talks about life not being perfect

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18th June 2019
Countess Alexandra of Frederiksborg, the former wife of Prince Joachim of Denmark, recently gave an interview after it became known earlier this year that her former boyfriend was a criminal. Embed from Getty Images Alexandra had been in a relationship with Tony Lindkold…
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The Queen is joined by all her children for the Order of the Garter ceremony

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17th June 2019
The traditional Order of the Garter service is taking place in Windsor this afternoon with all four of the Queen’s children taking part. The Prince of Wales, the Duke of York, the Earl of Wessex and the Princess Royal, who are all members of the Order, have joined Elizabeth II for the event. The Duke of Gloucester, the Duke of Kent and Princess Alexandra of Kent are also at the traditional…
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Behind the scenes at this year's Order of the Garter

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17th June 2019
As the crowds began to take their places in Windsor ahead of the 2019 Order of the Garter procession and ceremony, the royals involved in this year’s event took to social media to share some behind the scenes details. From the stunning setting for a very regal meeting to an ancient garter itself, this year’s ceremony has been told in sparkling detail. The Royal Collection Trust opened…
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