Royal News

Prince William says he's 'gutted' as England loses to Argentina in World Cup semi-finals

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16th July 2026
England’s hopes of a World Cup victory ended Wednesday evening as Argentina scored an overtime goal and ran out the clock 2-1, and back home, the Prince of Wales shared his sadness and pride in the Three Lions. “Gutted,” William wrote on the Kensington Palace social media accounts. Gutted. England, you gave it everything and we are all so proud of you.Thank you to everyone on and off…
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European Royals

Queen Sofia leads Spain's royals as they gather to say farewell to her sister, Princess Irene of Greece

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17th January 2026
Queen Sofia of Spain was supported by two of her granddaughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia, as funeral ceremonies began for Princess Irene of Greece. Irene, Sofia’s younger sister, died on January 15 at the age of 83 at her home at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid. The first of her funeral ceremonies was held at the Orthodox Cathedral of St Andrew and St Demetrius in Madrid on…
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Queen Sofia of Spain given rare honour by King Felipe VI as she becomes star of celebrations marking restoration of monarchy

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21st November 2025
Queen Sofia of Spain has been presented with one of Spain’s highest honours by her son, King Felipe VI, as the country’s royals mark 50 years since the restoration of the monarchy. King Felipe appeared emotional as he pinned the honour on to his mother’s shoulder in a moving ceremony in the Royal Palace in Madrid. Earlier, he had spoken of Queen Sofia’s integral role in…
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Spain

A birthday surprise for Queen Sofia of Spain

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4th November 2025
Queen Sofia of Spain appeared emotional as she received a surprise for her birthday. A day after turning 87, Queen Sofia attended a concert at the Theatre Royal in Madrid where where she found herself the star of the show as the audience sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to…
Spain

Queen Letizia comes in for criticism from her father in law, King Juan Carlos

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29th October 2025
King Juan Carlos appears to have taken a swipe at his daughter in law, Queen Letizia, in his new book. It’s long been rumoured that relations between the two were strained, even before his abdication and later self imposed exile. Now, the former monarch appears to confirm that with comments about Letizia. As he began interviews with the French press to promote his memoirs…
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