Spain

King Felipe and Queen Letizia recreate romantic secret to mark a special anniversary

The King and Queen of Spain recreated a photograph of their first public interaction 20 years later amidst the recent celebrations of the Princess of Asturias Awards. Then the Prince of Asturias, Felipe was photographed shaking the hand of television journalist Letizia Ortiz at the Reconquista Hotel in Oviedo following the awards (then known as The Prince of Asturias Awards). Traditionally…
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Spain

Queen Letizia showcases hidden talent for important cause

Queen Letizia has showcased a secret talent as she celebrated World Mental Health day, as she opened her speech with rap verses. On 10th October 2023, the Queen of Spain joined many other royals in marking World Mental Health Day. Queen Letizia attended an event organised by the Spanish Mental Health Federation, in cooperation with the ONCE Foundation and the Ministry of Social Rights and…
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Insight

Royals and the United Nations: what roles do they have?

The United Nations is the biggest international organism currently in existence, as it unites representatives from more than 190 countries and different international organisations, like the EU and the African Union.  Its purpose as an intergovernmental organisation is to “maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation…
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Spain

The Queen of Spain bounces on demand as World Cup celebrations continue

If the winning team tells you to jump, you jump, as Queen Letizia found out on Sunday afternoon. The Spanish women’s football team, La Roja, won the Women’s World Cup, defeating England’s Lionesses 1-0 as Queen Letizia and Infanta Sofía watched from the stands. After their victory, the royal women joined the team on the field to celebrate their win. Video captured Queen Letizia…
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