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Queen Mathilde of the Belgians has worn one of the most important jewels in her royal family’s collection and there’s an added significance to her choice this time round. For decades, a striking all diamond diadem has been in use by Belgian queens but in 2026, wearing it has an extra symbolism. For Queen Mathilde chose to wear the ”Nine Provinces” tiara exactly 100 years after it…

They’re far from well known and considered dull by some and yet, in a world that is suddenly questioning monarchy, they are the ones who are weathering the storm. Ten years ago, they would have been well down the list of sparkling royals and yet now, in 2026, there are plenty of kings and queens who would happily trade places with them. Their latest appearance proves just that point as their…

In recent months, there has been significant public and political pressure for Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor to be removed from the line of succession. That pressure stems from renewed scrutiny over his past associations with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and allegations linked to those relationships, which have prompted legal investigations and intense media attention. A…