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New statue of Queen Elizabeth II combines royal with personal

A new statue of Queen Elizabeth II has been unveiled in England’s smallest county. The official reveal of the 7 feet bronze sculpture took place on what would have been Elizabeth II’s 98th birthday – April 21st 2024. Wonderful to see crowds of people & Corgis turn out for the unveiling of the new statue of the late Queen. Deep thanks to @aliciakearns, Hywel Pratley…
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The Duke of Kent continues to quietly conduct engagements at the age of 88

He might get little fanfare or media coverage, but the Duke of Kent continues to quietly conduct official engagements on behalf of The King, despite his advancing age and mobility problems. The 88-year-old royal has so far conducted 24 royal engagements in 2024, ranging from dinners and receptions, to private audiences at Kensington Palace. A first cousin to the late Queen Elizabeth II, the…
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Why Queen Letizia had to take a seat at an important moment in State Visit to the Netherlands

The Queen of Spain had to sit down for the traditional greetings at the State Banquet held in her honour as she visited the Netherlands with her husband, King Felipe. Queen Letizia was seated for the line up which saw the royal guests and their hosts meet dozens of guests also attending the banquet. Letizia, 51, remained sitting down to shake hands and speak to those arriving at the Royal…
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King Frederik speaks of sadness as one of Copenhagen's most famous buildings is devastated by fire

The King of Denmark has spoken of the impact on everyone in his country of seeing one of the nation’s most famous buildings devasted in a blaze. The Old Stock Exchange in Copenhagen, a landmark for centuries, caught fire in the early hours of April 16th 2024. Its celebrated spire, recognised worldwide as a symbol of Denmark, collapsed as efforts to put out the flames continued. The Old…
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