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Busy Day For Abdullah & Rania

August 17, 2011 at 4:53 am by dazzling

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His Majesty King Abdullah II opened the new building of Al Hanan Orphanage in the northern governorate of Irbid, in the presence of Her Majesty Queen Rania and HRH Princess Iman. During the visit, the Jordan royals spend time talking to the orphans and checking up on their living conditions. King Abdullah, Queen Rania and their daughter Princess Eman toured the new facility where they were shown different parts of … Continue reading →

Prince Christian’s First Day of School

August 12, 2011 at 8:49 am by JessRulz

Denmark’s Prince Christian has today started his first day of primary school. He will be attended the Tranegårdsskolen, in the municipality of Gentofte and the district of Hellerup. Before heading to his new school, the five-year-old Prince participated in a photo session in the main courtyard of Amalienborg with his parents, Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary. This was made as part of a ‘deal’ between the court and … Continue reading →

Jordan’s King Abdullah Receives Honorary Doctorate

August 10, 2011 at 4:59 am by dazzling

During a ceremony at the Royal Court in Amman, His Majesty King Abdullah II received an honorary doctorate in humanitarian sciences from Al Quds University in recognition of the King’s “courageous stand towards Jerusalem, defending the city and its sacred sites, protecting its Arab identity and fostering the steadfastness of the Jerusalemites”, according to university officials. His Majesty received the doctorate from Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. During a speech at … Continue reading →

Birth of Prince Ali Reza’s Daughter

August 8, 2011 at 11:39 pm by salma

The Crown Prince of Iran, Prince Reza Cyrus Pahlavi, has announced on his official website that the daughter of the late Prince Ali Reza and his fiancée, Raha Didevar, was born on July 26, 2011 in the USA. The newborn, named Iryana Leila, was born seven months after her father’s death and is the fourth grandaughter of Empress Farah. Part of the statement read, “We know you will join us, out … Continue reading →

Khalifa Receives Well-Wishers for Ramadan

August 2, 2011 at 7:20 am by dazzling

As the Holy Month of Ramadan began, so did the well wishers who made their way to greet the President and Sheikhs. On the first day of Ramadan, the UAE’s President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received well wishers that included Sheikhs, officials and citizens in his in Al Ain Palace who offered greetings on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Sheikh Khalifa also received … Continue reading →

Belgian Royal Family – July Events

August 1, 2011 at 9:53 am by Lumutqueen

A not so quiet July for the Belgian Royal Family; July 7th – Princess Mathilde visited the”Villa Rozerood” in De Panne, a holiday and care center for seriously ill children and their families. July 7th – King Albert attended the celebration of the 125th anniversary of the biscuit factory “Biscuiterie Jules Destrooper” in Lo. July 15th – Queen Paola attended the world premiere of the theatre play of Umberto Eco’s … Continue reading →

Annual Gråsten Palace Photo Shoot

August 1, 2011 at 8:57 am by JessRulz

Queen Margrethe holds Prince Vincent while Prince Henrik holds Princess Josephine at Graasten Palace, Princess Isabella plays in the foreground

Earlier today, the Danish Royal Family participated in their annual photo session at their summer residence, Gråsten Palace, in Jutland. They were joined by members of the Berleburg family. Queen Margrethe II and Prince Henrik were joined by their two sons, Crown Prince Frederik and Prince Joachim; their daughters-in-law, Crown Princess Mary and Princess Marie; and their seven grandchildren: Princes Christian, Vincent, Nikolai, Felix and Henrik and Princesses Isabella and … Continue reading →

Belgian National Day – 21st July 2011

August 1, 2011 at 6:50 am by Lumutqueen

Belgium’s National Day is set on the 21st July, as that is when Leopold I of Belgium took the oath making him the first King of the Belgians in 1831. After Belgium asserted its independence from the Netherlands on 4 October 1830, the Belgian National Congress considered several candidates and eventually asked Leopold to become King of the newly-formed country. He was elected on 4 June and accepted and became “King … Continue reading →

From the Royal Genealogy threads – July 2011

August 1, 2011 at 12:00 am by Princess Robijn

This is the monthly blog entry with news from the Royal genealogy threads, this time with news for July 2011. As always, a big thank you goes out to the contributors of the Genealogy threads. Royal births and pregnancies Fürst Alexander and Fürstin Nadja Anna of Schaumburg-Lippe had their second child and second daughter together on 10 July. Princess Philomena joins older sister Princess Felipa and older half-brother, Hereditary Prince Ernst-August. The list of current (known) … Continue reading →

Queen Noor Attends Najwa Karam’s Concert

July 31, 2011 at 8:27 pm by salma

After a three year-absence, the Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts started on July 20, 2011 in the ancient ruins of Gerasa, one of the most important and best preserved Roman cities in the Middle East. On Thursday, July 28, 2011 between the 5000 people that attended the concert of Lebanese singer Najwa Karam at the southern amphitheatre was Queen Noor of Jordan accompanied by her friend, the Jordanian Senator … Continue reading →

Wedding of Zara Phillips to Mike Tindall: 30th July 2011

July 30, 2011 at 4:32 pm by Lumutqueen

Buckingham Palace announced on the 21st December 2010, the engagement of Zara Phillips to rugby union player Mike Tindall, who plays for Premiership side Gloucester and the England national team. On the 9th March 2011, they chose a date and location 30th July and, surprisingly for some, Canongate Kirk on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. After pre-wedding events, rehearsals, checks and quite possibly some jitters the couple were married this afternoon … Continue reading →

Pre-Wedding Events for Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall

July 30, 2011 at 4:34 am by Lumutqueen

The night before the wedding, the couple along with family members arrived at Edinburgh’s Canongate Kirk in a chauffeur-driven Jaguar this afternoon for a formal rehearsal ahead of tomorrow’s ceremony. They were joined by Princess Anne, Tim Laurence, Zara’s father, Captain Mark Phillips, his second wife, Sandy Pflueger, Peter and Autumn Phillips. Earlier, the bride had spent the day putting her own final touches in place. Zara spent the afternoon with sister-in-law … Continue reading →

Prince of Asturias at Presidential Inauguration in Peru

July 29, 2011 at 2:20 am by JessRulz

HRH the Prince of Asturias is currently in Peru for the inauguration of the nation’s newest President, Ollanta Humala. The official ceremony took place yesterday, July 28th, at the Congress of the Republic in Lima. Prince Felipe arrived in Peru on July 27th, and quickly headed over to Government Palace for a meeting with the outgoing President, Alan Garcia. The duo discussed the relationship between Spain and Peru, and the … Continue reading →

Scandinavian Neighbours Show Support for Norway

July 27, 2011 at 10:18 am by JessRulz

The Norwegian flag flies at half-mast atop the Norwegian Parliament building following the massacre on July 22nd, 2011

Following the tragedy in Oslo and on the island of Utøya, Norway last Friday July 22nd, the Scandinanivan nation’s neighbours Denmark and Sweden have shown their support and expressed their sympathies for the victims of the twin bombing and shooting. Both the Danish and Swedish heads of state, Queen Margrethe II and King Carl XVI Gustaf respectively, sent messages of condolence to Norway’s King, Harald V. Queen Margrethe’s complete letter … Continue reading →

Zara Philips & Mike Tindall Wedding Information

July 24, 2011 at 10:06 am by Lumutqueen

There is less than a week to go until the second British Royal wedding this year. Princess Anne’s daughter, Zara Phillips MBE, is due to marry Mike Tindall MBE, in a small ceremony on 30 July. The wedding will take place at Canongate Kirk on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland. Very little information has been released or leaked about the wedding, but what we do know is that Zara’s dress … Continue reading →

Royal Family Shows Support for Victims of Attacks in Norway

July 24, 2011 at 6:24 am by Her_Majesty

The Norwegian people grieve after the death of at least 92 people were killed in the double attack on Friday, July 22nd. At least seven people were killed in a bomb attack on the government quarter in Oslo; 85 people were shot dead as the same man ran amok on the nearby island of Utoeya. If you want to read more about the attacks in Norway or express your condolences, … Continue reading →

Prince Rashid of Jordan Weds Miss Zeina Shaban

July 24, 2011 at 6:05 am by Rossina

After a one year engagement, HRH Prince Rashid bin Al Hassan of Jordan married today his fiancée, the former Jordanian table tennis player Miss Zeina Shaban. The ceremony, which took place at Basman Palace, was followed by a reception held by the groom’s cousin, HM King Abdullah II of Jordan, in presence of his parents, Prince Hassan and Princess Sarvath, Queen Rania, Queen Noor, members of the Royal Family and … Continue reading →

Queen and Duchess of Cambridge view Buckingham Palace Exhibition

July 24, 2011 at 5:49 am by JessRulz

Queen Elizabeth and the Duchess of Cambridge at a private viewing of the summer exhibition at Buckingham Palace

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duchess of Cambridge had a private viewing of Buckingham Palace’s summer exhibition on Friday. The focus of the exhibition is the royal wedding between Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton (now the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge) in April this year. The two women viewed the Duchess’ £250,000 Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen wedding gown in one of the Palace ballrooms – and the Queen … Continue reading →

Funeral of Archduke Otto, the last Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary

July 16, 2011 at 2:34 pm by Princess Robijn

The funeral of Archduke Otto, the last Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary, took place today. Before the funeral, several events took place to honor the late Archduke. on 11 July, there was a requiem mass in the Theatinerkirche, which was followed by prayers of Cardinal Marx and a holy mass at Saint John Cantius Church. From 12 july 5 p.m till 13 July 12 noon, Archduke Otto and Archduchess Regiana lied in repose … Continue reading →

Princess Mary Takes Children to Annual Circus

July 14, 2011 at 8:59 am by JessRulz

Denmark’s Crown Princess Mary took her two eldest children, Prince Christian and Princess Isabella, to the annual Circus Summarum last Wednesday, before the entire Crown Princely Family made a trip to the south of France for a summer vacation. The trio watched the first half of the circus, which is held as a charity fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association each year – Mary and the children also attended last … Continue reading →