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Spanish government minister questions timing of King Felipe's visit to flood areas

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4th November 2024
A Spanish government minister has questioned whether the timing of the King and Queen of Spain’s visit to a flood hit part of the country was right. King Felipe and Queen Letizia went to Paiporta in Valencia on November 3rd 2024 to meet some of those affected by the extreme weather which led to horrific torrents that have claimed over 200 lives across the country. However, along with…
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Princess Leonor receives a new title

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25th October 2024
Add a new title to the long list attached to Princess Leonor’s name: she’s now the honorary mayor of Oviedo. In a ceremony ahead of the annual Princess of Asturias Awards, the future queen of Spain received the title to highlight her connection to the city that hosts…
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Princess Leonor in naval uniform on day of historic first

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13th October 2024
For the second year, Princess Leonor attended the National Day military parade in her military uniform. Last year saw the Princess sport the gala uniform for cadets of the Zaragoza General Military Academy, in the recognisable army green colour. She wore her Toison de Oro collar, together with the ordinance tie.  This year, she wore the gala uniform for cadets of the Naval Academy in…
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Dalí gives King Felipe the giggles

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26th September 2024
King Felipe of Spain appeared to be enjoying himself while he was in Girona for the 50th anniversary celebrations of the opening of the Dali Museum.  The Dalí Museum opened in 1974 and was the artist’s last great project. Dalí himself planned the theatre-museum that…
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Surprise! Queen Letizia is watching you study

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20th September 2024
It’s back to school season, and, like every year, Queen Letizia kickstarted the new academic year by visiting the Doctor José Zapatero Domínguez Institute. Her Majesty arrived in the small Cantabria town on 18th September. There, she was welcomed by a delegation of authorities, including the President of the Autonomic Community of Cantabria, and the Mayor of Castro Urdiales. After…
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Queen Letizia cheers on Spain's Paralympics stars in Paris

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31st August 2024
Queen Letizia has returned to Paris again to cheer on Spain’s Paralympians as they make their stand at the 2024 Summer Games. Spain has a strong contingent at these Paralympics with 147 athletes representing the country across sixteen different sports, including Boccia, Paracanoeing, Paratriathlon, Wheelchair Basketball, and Wheelchair Tennis. Queen Letizia got straight into the spirit of…
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