European Royals

The kings who would never have reigned in 21st century Europe without royal rules that favour men

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15th August 2026
Liechstenstein’s royals have announced they are changing their succession laws to allow women and men to have the same rights. It means that most countries in Europe no long prefer princes to princesses when it comes to heirs to the throne. However, that’s only a recent change. Old fashioned rules always tried to get kings instead of queens. And that’s not just in the history…
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Two of Europe's most popular royals have just announced a joint appearance

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29th July 2026
Two of the most popular royals in Europe will be meeting up this autumn for a series of appearances. Queen Mary of Denmark will be heading to Belgium in September for a State Visit and her host will be Queen Mathilde. Both women are hugely popular and their joint appearances will be much anticipated. King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary are to make a three day State Visit to Belgium…
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Here's where King Frederik and Queen Mary are headed next

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9th July 2026
After the summer holidays, King Frederik and Queen Mary have teed up their next State Visit: the royal couple will officially visit Belgium in September. The Danish Royal Court announced on Wednesday that between 8-10 September, King Frederik and Queen Mary will be guests of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde as they “mark the community of values” between their countries. The Court…
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Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son sentenced to four years in prison

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15th June 2026
The son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of rape and a series of other offences following one of the most closely watched court cases in recent Norwegian history. Marius Borg Høiby, 29, was convicted by Oslo District Court of two counts of rape, domestic abuse and several additional offences involving multiple…
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