Norway

The fascinating history of a throne that has just passed from a king to a queen

One of Europe’s most popular royals has just received a brand new throne but this isn’t its first time as a regal seat. In fact, this ”new throne” has a rather interesting history that’s seen it used by a king before it became the most sophisticated prop at a series of theatres. The three Norwegian thrones for the king, queen and crown prince in the Norwegian…
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Luxembourg

Luxembourg opens its monarchy's doors to children through an adventure website

The Luxembourgish Grand Ducal Court has launched a new website, aimed at explaining the monarchy to children. After a week of teasers on social media, 27 September saw the launch of the new platform, which coincided with kids getting settled into their new school year routines.  The platform is designed in a fairytale book style and is full of sounds that remind of cartoons about…
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European Royals

Royals and selfies

Selfies are ever-present in our lives. They are constantly uploaded on social media, and more than likely, you’ve either taken a selfie yourself or know someone who has. It’s the ‘go-to’ form of photos for Generation Z and even the generations before them. The Dutch royals might take the crown for the most selfie-friendly royals as they have been seen several times…
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The Netherlands

The special role of a queen at the UN

One consort holds a very special role within the United Nations. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands has held the position of the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development since being appointed by then-Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon…
Norway

Crown Prince Haakon hosts Red Cross Secretary General as Ukraine takes central stage in Oslo

Crown Prince Haakon has welcomed the Secretary General of the Ukrainian Red Cross at the Oslo Royal Palace for an audience. On 25th September, Mr Maksym Dotsenko held a private meeting with the heir to the Norwegian throne in the context of his visit to the Scandinavian country, which is hosting an international summit on humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.  According to the Royal Palace…
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