June 13, 2016 at 5:25 pm by dazzling
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark attended naming of a tanker at Langelinie, Copenhagen. Arriving to the event, dressed in white with a wide brim hat, Crown Princess Mary was welcomed by Johan Wedell-Wedellsborg, the chairman of the shipping company Weco Shipping. Princess Mary gave a short speech then toured the tanker.
June 13, 2016 at 8:47 am by dazzling
Queen Letizia of Spain delivered the new National Flag to Speciality of Engineers Regiment Number 11 this morning in Salamanca, Spain. Embed from Getty Images The ceremony started with the National Anthem, Queen Letizia then reviews the the line of honors and then the old farewell flag ceremony took place. Queen Letizia then gave the new flag to Colonel chief of the Regiment. Queen Letizia gave a speech where she … Continue reading
June 13, 2016 at 7:07 am by Jacknch
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, the world’s longest reigning monarch, has now been on the throne for 70 years – the anniversary of his accession having been on 9th June. The celebration were, however, quite subdued considering the importance of the occasion because His Majesty has been in hospital for several month due to ill health and his advancing years. Only last week, the much loved and revered King … Continue reading
June 13, 2016 at 5:51 am by dazzling
Prince Félix and Princess Claire of Luxembourg attended a charity dinner for Le Sourire de Lucie. Le Sourire de Lucie helps families with children that are affected with Sjogren-Larsson syndrome. The event was held at at Château Les Crostes. Prince Félix and Princess Claire are supporters of Le Sourire de Lucie. Merci à la princesse Claire et au Prince Félix de Luxembourg pour leur action au profit du sourire de Lucie. … Continue reading
June 13, 2016 at 3:56 am by Jacknch
Earlier this month, a niece of King Tupou VI of Tonga was married in a traditional ceremony held at the Free Wesleyan Church of Fasi-moe-Afi ‘a Tungi. The Honourable Lupeolo Halaevalu Moheofo Virginia Rose Tuita, daughter of the Princess Royal Pilolevu -sister of King Tupou VI – married Lopeti Aleamotu’a having accepted his proposal of marriage in January. Attending the wedding ceremony were: The Queen Mother of Tonga, Her Majesty … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 9:45 pm by JessRulz
While the rest of the royal family were in London for the Patron’s Lunch, the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall were in Gloucestershire, attending the local Big Lunch with their neighbours. The pair sat, chatted and ate egg sandwiches and cakes with over 100 locals, not letting the damp weather ruin any spirits. A number of children participated in the costumer competition, dressing up as Kings, Queens and … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 5:39 pm by Jacknch
Their Imperial Highnesses Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako have today visited the city of Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, north-east of Tokyo to attend a conservation event. During the visit, Crown Prince Naruhito made a speech in which he spoke of the importance of involving a large range of people in the conservation of greenery and water resources. Later, Their Imperial Highnesses planted a tree in a ceremony held at … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 4:57 pm by Jacknch
As Bhutan said farewell to King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden on Saturday at Paro Airport, another special event was taking place on the other side of the country… Their Majesties King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema have started a tour in the East of Bhutan, arriving in the small, mountain enclosed town of Gyalpozhing. Along with the King and Queen came their baby … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 4:26 pm by dazzling
Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah visited the Mujaddidun Society for Charity and Development which took place at the Iraq Al Amir Secondary School for boys. During Queen Rania’s visit, she met with volunteers from the Mujaddidun Society. She was briefed on different Society’s programs that aim to promote volunteer work among the young people in Jordan during the holy month of Ramadan. Her Majesty also got a brief from … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 4:17 pm by Jacknch
On Saturday 11th June, Their Majesties King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden have bid farewell to Bhutan following their successful, busy and colourful State Visit. A farewell ceremony took place at Paros International Airport, amid brightly coloured flags and a large portrait of the King and Queen – symbolic of the high respect and genuine warmth shown to Their Majesties during the last few days. Princess Dechen Yangzom Wangchuck and … Continue reading
June 12, 2016 at 3:54 pm by Lumutqueen
Weather would not dampen such a momentous occasion. Peter Philips began setting up for the Patrons Lunch on the Mall last night after his busy day at the Trooping. Embed from Getty Images Guests started to arrive early and tucked in to their special selected M&S hampers. Containing the likes of a chicken roulade salad using roasted free-range meat from Pembrokeshire, Wye Valley asparagus and Cornish potatoes, while sandwiches include … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 6:23 pm by Jacknch
Last Thursday, Her Royal Highness Princess Maria of Romania visited the Don Orione Association in Bucharest. It is residential and day-care centre for the elderly and a therapy centre for adults and children who have neurological difficulties such as autism. It is well known that interacting with animals is a great way to relax and bring stress-levels down. But it has also become a successful way in benefitting the emotional and mental … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 5:35 pm by Jacknch
The third day of the Swedish State Visit to Bhutan was spent a number of miles North-East of Thimphu where King Carl Gustav and Queen Silvia visited the city of Punakha, who used to be the country’s capital until 1955. Whilst travelling there, Their Majesty’s stopped off at the Wolakha convent to see progress of an the United Nations Population Fund project on life-skills and sexual health. The project … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 11:02 am by Lumutqueen
The Queen definitely made sure people could see her on this momentous occasion, the Trooping the Colour to mark her 90th birthday, by wearing neon green this morning. A beautiful outfit composed by Stewart Parvin with a hat by Rachel Trevor-Morgan. Carriages left Buckingham Palace and travelled down The Mall to inspect the colour at Horse Guards Parade. The Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal and the Duke of Cambridge … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 8:55 am by Lumutqueen
Embargoed until 10:30pm last night, this year’s birthday honours in Britain were released overnight. Rod Stewart becomes Sir Roderick for his services to music and charity. Major Tim Peake becomes the first man in space to be awarded on honour, he becomes a Companion of the order of St Michael and George for his services to space research and scientific contribution. Forces sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn joins the elite Companions of … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 1:52 am by JessRulz
The Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke of Cambridge were installed to the Privy Council during a meeting at Buckingham Palace on June 9, the Court Circular read yesterday. The Council – made up primarily of senior politicians – is the most senior advisory committee to the monarch, that advises the sovereign on use of powers and helps to enact Acts of Parliament. It is believed the reason behind the … Continue reading
June 11, 2016 at 1:14 am by JessRulz
While up until now, Prince George has been described as the ‘lively’ and ‘destructive’ child of the Cambridge siblings, the Duchess of Cambridge yesterday revealed that one-year-old Princess Charlotte isn’t as angelic as her photographs portray. “She said: ‘Oh she is very cute but she has got quite a feisty side,” Glynis Double said of her discussion about the children with Kate during a reception at the Guildhall following the … Continue reading
June 10, 2016 at 6:03 pm by Marika86
Today, Friday June 10, the students of the foundation Language aan Zee had a new classmate for the day: Queen Máxima. The Queen paid a working visit to the foundation which, with the help of volunteers, teaches the Dutch language to refugees, asylum seekers and foreign women. Upon her arrival Queen Máxima had a meeting with members of the staff about their work and commitment in the help of the people in need … Continue reading
June 10, 2016 at 5:50 pm by Jacknch
As mentioned yesterday, King Carl Gustav and Queen Silvia of Sweden had a busy first full day of their State Visit To Bhutan with several events attended throughout the day. So here is a short update of the remaining events Their majesties attended! It was at the Dechenchholing Palace where the King and Queen of Sweden met the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck for lunch. Three of the … Continue reading
June 10, 2016 at 11:00 am by Lumutqueen
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh turns a fabulous 95 years old today, but he doesn’t want you to know. HRH is quite happy to let you go by unaware that he reaches such an important milestone today because Her Majesty starts her June weekend of celebrations this weekend. Born in 1921 on the island of Corfu to Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark and Princess Alice of Battenberg, … Continue reading
