Denmark

Crown Princess Mary hosts annual Christmas event with Mary Foundation

Last week, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark hosted the annual Christmas reception for her namesake charity, The Mary Foundation (Mary Fonden in Danish) at Frederik VIII’s Palace, Amalienborg in Copenhagen. Every year, the Mary Foundation gathers at the palace with those who have helped the organisation over the past year. This year, as is tradition, the guests enjoyed apple slices and…
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Crown Princess Mary makes secret trip to Kenya

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark has made an unannounced trip to Kenya to meet with and focus on organisations that aim to improve the rights of girls and women. The Crown Princess was accompanied by Danish Minister of Development Cooperation Ulla Tørnæs. The trip was kept…
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Queen Margrethe attends military parade in Copenhagen

On Wednesday, Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark attended a series of events during her visit to the military camp of the Royal Danish Lifeguard in Copenhagen. Her Majesty started her visit by attending an impressive military parade by several regiments from the Royal Lifeguard. Following the parade, Her Majesty handed over the prestigious “Queen’s Clock” to one guard for his…
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Queen Margrethe has cataract surgery

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, 78, has had cataract surgery on both eyes, the Royal Danish House announced on Monday, 12 November. The laser procedures were completed successfully over the past few weeks. The Royal Danish House said, “HM The Queen has undergone laser treatment on both eyes for cataracts in recent weeks. The treatment has progressed on schedule without any adverse effects…
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Crown Prince Family of Denmark attends annual Hubertus Hunt

Bits of sunshine and cool weather greeted Denmark’s capital and the arrival of the Danish Royal Family to one of the country’s most highlighted autumn events. The anticipated Hubertus Hunt took place over the weekend with attendance and participation into the masses as per usual for the event. Hunting season in Denmark reaches a climatic peak every year during the first Sunday of…
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