Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg took part in a series of events to mark Europe Unity Day on 9 May.Â
In a year in which the continent and the European Union are trying to come to terms with the shock that was the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in blatant disregard for international law and national sovereignty, this day has been celebrated with a decidedly different feel.Â
The Grand Duke took…
Queen Sonja is first recipient of new award in Norway
10th May 2022
It is not every day that a completely new award arises but a rather special one, Honorary Craftsman, has been created in Norway. The first winner of this award was none other than Queen Sonja of Norway.
The appointment of Honorary Craftsman is instituted to honour a…
Serbia's Crown Prince Alexander attacks health rumours but reveals he has undergone surgery
10th May 2022
There have recently been rumours in some media outlets in Serbia and neighbouring countries that Crown Prince Alexander is seriously ill.
Several newspapers have also printed pictures of the Crown Prince which have led to some comments that he looks ill.
Now Crown…
A look at royal pets
10th May 2022
Candy and Muick — Queen Elizabeth II
The Queen’s love of corgis and dorgis is well-documented, but she currently owns a dorgi named Candy—who is allegedly over a decade old—and Muick, who joined the Royal Household shortly after the death of Prince Philip in 2021 to cheer up The Queen. Another corgi named Fergus also joined the Royal Household in 2021 but sadly passed away in May 2021.
Prince Charles of Luxembourg celebrates his second birthday today, and the little royal is seen being doted on by his loving parents, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie, in his birthday images.
The Grand Ducal Court has released…
Crown Princess Victoria, Princess Estelle and Prince Oscar have marked Nordic Coastal Cleanup Day by picking up rubbish on the beach of Djurgården Island.
On Saturday, 7 May, more than 50,000 Swedish citizens accepted the invitation of the Keep Sweden Tidy…
King Harald marks Liberation Day in Oslo
9th May 2022
After two years of pandemic restrictions, the public was finally able to participate in the celebration of the Norwegian Liberation and Veterans Day.
Nevertheless, the war in Ukraine left its mark on the day that was commemorated on May 8th 2022 with both His Majesty King Harald and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon present. The royals were present during the main celebration at Akerhus…
In the summertime, Oslo Royal Palce is opened to the public as King Harald and Queen Sonja exchange residences for the royal farm at Bygdøy right on the outskirts of the Norwegian capital. From late June until mid-August the Palace can be visited. All visitors follow a…
Princess Charlene was all smiles at the St Devote Rugby alongside Prince Albert and their twins, Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques.
Charlene walked around the track at the stadium and greeted the many children participating from 14 nations; the Princess was even seen…
Prince Albert of Monaco met Sarah, Duchess of York, at an award ceremony in Gothenburg, Sweden.Â
The two royals met on Thursday, 5 May, as the Duchess of York presented the Sovereign Prince of Monaco the Perfect Word Foundation Award for his work in protecting the oceans.Â
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie’s mum is Global Ambassador for the Perfect World Foundation and was in charge of…