The Royal Forums

Queen Letizia and Queen Sofia Attend Joint Meeting

September 29, 2015 at 2:26 pm by dazzling

Queen Letizia and her mother-in-law, Queen Sofia, attended a joint with the Foundation Against Drug Addiction at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid. The two Queens sat next to each other during the meeting. View image | gettyimages.com They met with the communication media of FAD, a drug awareness organisation of which Sofia is honorary president. Queen Letizia and Queen Sofia also posed with their guests.

New Poll: Outfit of the Week, September 21-27

September 28, 2015 at 1:50 pm by dazzling

This week’s best fashion poll is up. Please cast your votes and discuss your choice. To cast your vote, click here or on the below image of a few outfits in this week’s poll. Voting closes on October 3.

Queen Rania Speaks At The Global Citizen Festival In New York

September 27, 2015 at 4:56 pm by dazzling

Her Majesty Queen Rania has spoken at the Global Citizen Festival in New York. The event aims to get people aware and more active in helping reduce poverty and inequality around the world. Her Majesty said “We extend the hand of humanity to those who are risking their lives in search of peace, safety, and security”. She added “We call on leaders to honor their obligations towards refugees and to … Continue reading →

Sorry Bro! William Cheers As His Team Defeats Harry’s England

September 26, 2015 at 10:00 pm by JessRulz

Harry, William and Kate at the England v Wales match of the Rugby World Cup; 26-09-2015

The daggers were thrown at Twickenham Stadium this evening, as Prince William and Prince Harry were in the crowd as Wales took out a nail-bitting 28-25 win over England in their pool match of the Rugby World Cup. Prince William, who is the Vice Royal Patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, and his wife Kate leapt to their feet and cheered as Wales scored a penalty in the final minutes of … Continue reading →

Final Event to Celebrate 200 Years of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

September 26, 2015 at 8:30 pm by JessRulz

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima arrive for the concert to conclude celebrations of their Kingdom's 200th anniversary

The Orange-Nassaus were out in force this evening, attending a concert at the Royal Theatre Carré that brought to a conclusion the celebrations that have been taking place over the past two years to mark the 200th anniversary of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima were joined by Princess Beatrix, Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien, Princess Mabel, Princess Margriet and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven, Prince Bernhard … Continue reading →

Charles and Camilla Commemorate Battle of Loos 100th Anniversary

September 26, 2015 at 5:01 pm by JessRulz

The Duke and Duchess of Rothesy, as Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall are known as whilst in Scotland, today attended a service commemorating the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of Loos, one of the largest British battles of World War One. Dundee’s City Square was transformed into a ‘cathedral’ of sorts, for a service attended by over 1,000 people, including veterans, current servicemen and politicians. … Continue reading →

Duchess of Cambridge Visits Women’s Prison

September 25, 2015 at 8:37 am by JessRulz

The Duchess of Cambridge leaves HM Prison Send after a visit with a addiction rehabilitation trust; 25-09-2015

The Duchess of Cambridge this morning paid a visit to HM Prison Send in Surrey, where she met with inmates and ex-prisoners who have received aid from the Rehabilitation of Addicted Prisoners Trust. Dressed in an ivory and grey tweed dress from The Fold, Kate spent around two hours at the prison, hearing from ex-prisoners about how RAPt’s 12-step drug and alcohol program helped them to beat their addictions and live a … Continue reading →

Royals at World Childhood Foundation ThankYou Gala Held In New York

September 25, 2015 at 4:11 am by JessRulz

Queen Silvia and Queen Rania at the World Childhood Foundation's ThankYou Gala in New York; 24-09-2015

Several royals have attended the ‘ThankYou’ gala held by the World Childhood Foundation at the Plaza Hotel last night. Queen Silvia, who founded the organisation in 1999, was the star of the show, presenting Jordan’s Queen Rania with the inaugural ‘ThankYou’ award during the event. Rania, dressed in a pair of black bell-bottomed formal trousers and a white and black lace blouse, was recognised for her tireless work ensuring “her home country … Continue reading →

Heart of Marie of Romania to Rest at Pelişor Castle

September 25, 2015 at 2:53 am by JessRulz

It has been announced that the heart of Queen Marie of Romania, the grandmother of the current head of the Royal Family of Romania, will be moved to Pelişor Castle in Sinaia, which has been selected as the heart’s final resting place. The Queen, who was born a Princess of Edinburgh in 1875 and was a granddaughter of Queen Victoria, died in July 1938 at the Castle, and had requested that … Continue reading →

Queen Sofia Attends the 25th Anniversary of ‘Perro Guia ONCE’s Foundation’

September 24, 2015 at 4:53 pm by dazzling

Queen Sofia of Spain attended the 25th anniversary of the ‘Perro Guia ONCE’s Foundation’ in Madrid. The foundation is located around 20km from Madrid and is a center that trains guide dogs. During the event, Queen Sofia was seen carrying the puppies and watched a brief demonstration. View image | gettyimages.com Queen Sofia holding a guide dog puppy

Charlotte Casiraghi Takes Front-Row Seat at Gucci Show

September 24, 2015 at 4:23 pm by dazzling

Charlotte Casiraghi attended the Gucci womenswear Spring/Summer 2016 show during the Milan Fashion Week. To the show, Charlotte wore a Gucci printed dress. After the show, Charlotte attended a party in honor of Gucci’s designer, Alessandro Michele. The party was hosted by François-Henri Pinault and attended by Anna Wintour, Franca Sozzani and a few other names in the fashion business. View image | gettyimages.com Charlotte Casiraghi attends the Gucci fashion … Continue reading →

Remains of Last Russian Tsar Exhumed For Further Testing

September 24, 2015 at 5:50 am by JessRulz

Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra in 1908

The remains of Russian’s last tsar, Nicholas II, and his wife Alexandra have been exhumed by Russian authorities for further testing, which is hoped will confirm the identities of the remains found in 2007 that are believed to be that of two of the couple’s children, Grand Duchess Maria and heir Tsarevich Alexei. The Investigative Committee took samples from the Tsar and Tsarina as the Russian Orthodox Church wanted further … Continue reading →

Norway’s Crown Princess Receives “Conversation Bench”

September 23, 2015 at 7:19 pm by JessRulz

On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Norwegian Red Cross, the Crown Princess of Norway was today presented with a red ‘conversation bench’ in the Palace Park. The bench is one of 400 which are being placed around the country in public places, to encourage a warmer, closer society. Crown Princess Mette-Marit was joined by Red Cross refugee guide Naghmeh Gorgin, herself a former refugee, for some tea on … Continue reading →

William and Harry Pay BBC’s “DIY SOS” A Visit in Manchester

September 23, 2015 at 6:12 pm by JessRulz

Prince William and Prince Harry during their visit to the BBC's DIY SOS project to benefit veterans; 23-09-2015

Princes William and Harry today got their hands dirty during a trip to Manchester, where they met the team that produces the BBC series DIY SOS. The show is currently transforming several buildings on one street into homes for ex-service personnel. View image | gettyimages.com Wearing white hardhats bearing their names and blue safety vests, the two Princes spoke with the 240 builders and volunteers, as well as the street’s existing residents, before being … Continue reading →

Princess Beatrix and Queen Sonja Open The Exhibition “Munch: Van Gogh”

September 23, 2015 at 4:40 pm by dazzling

Princess Beatrix of The Netherlands and Queen Sonja of Norway attend the opening of the exhibition “Munch: Van Gogh” today. The exhibition is being held at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. The exhibition showcases work of the two artists, Vincent van Gogh and Edvard Munch. Their work is shown side by side to show the similarities of their artwork, despite the two artists having never met. View image | gettyimages.com Princess Beatrix … Continue reading →

New Poll: Outfit of the Week, September 14-20

September 23, 2015 at 4:27 pm by dazzling

This week’s best fashion poll is up. Please cast your votes and discuss your choice. To cast your vote, click here or on the below image of a few outfits in this week’s poll. Voting closes on September 27.

Queen Silvia Attends Mentor Foundation International Gala

September 22, 2015 at 9:49 pm by JessRulz

View the full image at The Mentor Foundation USA's Facebook page

This evening, Queen Silvia was present at the Mentor Foundation USA’s International Gala at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. Wearing a green and white evening gown with a leaf motif, the Queen delivered a speech and posed for photographs with Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal and Princess Sora bint Sa’ad of Saudi Arabia. Mentor International was founded by Queen Silvia in 1994 and aims to empower children and young people “to make … Continue reading →

Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Dies of Heart Attack

September 19, 2015 at 9:52 pm by JessRulz

Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, the eldest son of Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed with his first wife, Sheikha Hind, has died of a heart attack, the Dubai Media Office announced today. The 33-year-old Sheikh, who owned the famous Zabeel Stables, died Saturday morning the announcement said. Funeral prayers were held after sunset at the Zabeel Mosque, before the Sheikh was laid to rest at the Umm Hurair cemetery. Writing … Continue reading →

William, Catherine And Harry Attend The 2015 Rugby World Cup Opening Ceremony

September 18, 2015 at 6:00 pm by dazzling

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry attended the 2015 Rugby World Cup opening ceremony in Twickenham. View image | gettyimages.com During the event, it was obvious that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were having a good time as they seemed to be all smiley and couldn’t keep their eyes off each other. Prince Harry gave speech at the opening ceremony.

Queen Rania Receives The Walther Rathenau Prize

September 18, 2015 at 4:46 pm by Rossina

In recognition of her work as an outstanding advocate for peace and understanding between East and West, Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan was awarded on Thursday the Walther Rathenau Prize. The prize was presented to Her Majesty by the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel during a ceremony held at the Federal Foreign Office in Berlin. Queen Rania dedicated the prize to the people of Jordan. She spoke to the audience … Continue reading →