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The Spanish royal family hosts traditional event as holidays and big changes loom

King Felipe, Queen Letizia and Queen Sofía have welcomed political authorities and representatives from across society in Palma de Mallorca to the traditional royal reception that rounds off their public appearances on the island every summer. On the evening of 3rd August, the royals stepped out of their residence in Marivent Palace to greet their more than 500 guests, which included the…
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The monarch's role in Spain

Spain’s general election has seen the conservatives win most votes but not a majority and now negotiations begin as several parties vie to form a government. What is the role of Spain’s king, Felipe VI, in this situation? Maddalena Mastrostefano investigates for Royal Central. The Spanish monarchy was restored in 1975, following almost 40 years of dictatorship under General…
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The King of Spain starts a bizarre social media trend

The royals are no strangers to viral social media moments at Wimbledon, and this year, thanks to his tailoring, it was King Felipe’s turn. Usually it’s the Princess of Wales with the fashion trends at Centre Court, but King Felipe—who attended the final because of…
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King Felipe, Queen Letizia beam with pride as Princess Leonor talks about her future

Princess Leonor was joined by the rest of her family during the culmination of a full agenda during their two days in Girona. On Wednesday, 5 July, the Spanish royals handed out the Princess of Girona Awards to five young people who have excelled in their respective fields.  But before the awards ceremony, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía made a first stop at the Camiral Hotel to…
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King Felipe privately pays homage to King Baudouin on 30th anniversary of his passing

King Felipe completed another engagement in Granada last weekend, after the military parade that marked National Armed Forces Day. Still in his military uniform, but no longer wearing the orders, His Majesty took part in a small commemorative ceremony for King Baudouin of the Belgians, in the year that marks the 30th anniversary of his death.  On Saturday, 3rd June, His Majesty…
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