Denmark

What is a royal motto and why does Frederik X need one?

Fifty-two years ago, a grieving daughter stood on the balcony at Christiansborg, stepping into her destiny as Denmark’s first modern queen. There, she partook in a tradition dating back 500 years: she announced her royal motto: “Guds hjælp, folkets kærlighed, Danmarks styrke,” which translates to “God’s help, the people’s love, Denmark’s strength.” A royal motto…
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Denmark

Why Queen Margrethe will be able to step in for her son after he becomes King Frederik X

Queen Margrethe could, technically, resume control of the royal reins even after her abdication. The Danish Court has announced that Her Majesty will be able to act as regent in place of the soon to be Frederik X after she gives up the throne. Regencies happen fairly frequently in Denmark with nominated royals stepping in for the monarch if they are abroad, on holiday or unable to carry out…
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Spain

Queen Letizia highlights worthy cause with her fashion choice on first solo engagement of 2024

Queen Letizia has resumed her solo agenda for 2024 after proudly watching her daughter debut in the most important military ceremony in the Spanish calendar. And she has done so by once again making headlines for her choice of clothing.  On 9th January, as Madrid is trapped in the cold embrace of an Arctic vortex, the Queen arrived at APRAMP Training Centre with a tweed jacket peeking under a…
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Luxembourg

Meet Europe's newest royal baby - and he's got a rather significant name

Europe has a brand new royal baby and he has been given a name to mark the special time of year that he made his debut. Luxembourg’s royals are celebrating as Prince Felix and Princess Claire welcomed their third child and second son on January 7th 2024 just as celebrations for Epiphany on January 6th came to an end. And they have given their new baby the name of one of the three kings…
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