The Netherlands

Dutch royals won't attend funeral of Pope Francis but King Willem-Alexander postpones national event as mark of respect

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23rd April 2025
The King of the Netherlands has put a major national celebration on hold, briefly, as a mark of respect for Pope Francis. Willem-Alexander is set to celebrate King’s Day on April 26, the day that the Pope is buried in Rome. It’s a national holiday in the Netherlands and every year, the royals travel to a different town or city to enjoy the celebrations there. This year, they…
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Norway

Queen Sonja of Norway leaves hospital after air ambulance dash from holiday

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22nd April 2025
Queen Sonja of Norway has been discharged from hospital after a dash by air for treatment after she fell ill on holiday. The Queen of Norway, who is 87, was taken to hospital in Oslo by air ambulance on the afternoon of Easter Monday after developing shortness of breath. She was treated overnight before being allowed home the following morning. The royal court says Queen Sonja will now…
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European Royals

The kings and queens who completed historic firsts and lasts for Pope Francis

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21st April 2025
The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis passed away on 21 April 2025 at the age of 88. The South American Pontiff was considered a modernising figure by many. As Pope, Francis met many monarchs, both Catholic and non-Catholic.  His last meeting with royalty came just days before his death. Pope Francis held a private audience with King Charles and Queen Camilla on April 9 2025 when they…
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The Netherlands

A full circle tiara moment for Princess Catharina-Amalia at the Omani state dinner

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16th April 2025
The future queen of the Netherlands seemingly made her tiara dreams come true when she finally, officially, wore a stunning set of ruby jewels for the first time. Princess Catharina-Amalia joined her parents, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, for a State Banquet for the Sultan of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. While Queen Máxima sported one of the most splashy tiaras in the Dutch…
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