DenmarkEuropean Royals

New book to be published for Crown Princess Mary's 50th birthday

A new book detailing Crown Princess Mary’s royal life will be published ahead of her 50th birthday in February.Mary – HRH The Crown Princess (in Danish: Mary – HKH) will be released on 31 January by Danish publisher Politikens Forlag as a photographic book featuring work by Danish and international photographers. According to the publisher, these photographers will “give a rare insight…
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Belgium

Princess Maria Laura of Belgium to marry French-born William Isvy

The year had one last happy surprise in store for the Belgian Royal Family.Princess Maria Laura is getting married to William Isvy.Her parents, Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz, announced the engagement earlier today with a picture portraying the couple hugging and smiling.The bride-to-be received a ring with a round sapphire surrounded by a twist of diamonds, a modern play…
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Sweden

King Carl XVI Gustaf focuses on science and research in Christmas Day address

King Carl XVI Gustaf addressed the Swedish people on Christmas night, focusing on the benefits of science and research while sharing his hope for the future.He first remarked on how he and the Queen sent telegrams to over 1500 Swedes who turned 100 this year and how unusual it used to be to reach such a milestone. The King said that many of those born now will get to celebrate their 100th…
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Norway

Norway's royals welcome a new member on Christmas Day

Norway’s royals have been joined by a brand new member for Christmas. The family of the Crown Prince and Princess have welcomed a puppy called Molly Fiskebolle.The new addition was introduced on the family’s official social media on Christmas morning. The puppy was seen being cuddled by Prince Sverre Magnus and Princess Ingrid Alexandra as the festivities got under way.Det…
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