Daily Archives: March 27, 2022

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Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, HM Queen Anne-Marie of Greece, and HRH Princess Benedikte of Denmark Enjoy a Ballet Performance.

On the evening of March 27, 2022, Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, Her Majesty Queen Anne-Marie of Greece, and Her Royal Highness Princess Benedikte of Denmark attended the Palæerne Danser ballet performance and presented the Dronning Ingrids Hæderslegat (Queen Ingrid’s Honorary Scholarship) held at Christian VII’s Palace, Amalienborg, in Copenhagen. The Dronning Ingrids Hæderslegat was awarded for the “…tenth and final time…” according to the Danish royal court.

The Dronning Ingrids Hæderslegat has been awarded every two years since 2005, and is in the spirit of the late Queen Ingrid of Denmark promoted “…further studies and skills in dance and music.”

The Palæerne Danser performance consists of four ballet pieces choreographed by soloist and choreographer, Mr. Tobias Praetorius. Mr. Praetorius is also former recipient of the Dronning Ingrids Hæderslegat. The music accompanying tonight’s ballet performance was arranged by pianist and composer, Mr. Alexander McKenzie. 

Photos courtesy of the Danish royal court/K.Navntoft

Swedish Royals

Her Royal Highness Princess Sofia of Sweden Attends a Graduation Ceremony.

Photo courtesy of the Swedish Royal Court/P.T. Nilsson

On Friday, March 25, 2022, Her Royal Highness Princess Sofia of Sweden attended the Sophiahemmets Högskola graduation ceremony held inside the Blå Hallen (Blue Hall) at the Stockholm Stadshus. The princess is honorary chairman of the Sophiahemmets Högskola.

During last Friday’s ceremony, Princess Sofia awarded various scholarships from the Prinsessan Christinas Stiftelse (Princess Christina Foundation) for students at Sophiahemmet’s Nursing School.

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Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg

HRH Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg Enjoys a Day with the Scouts.

On Saturday, March 26, 2022, His Royal Highness Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg participated in a panel discussion with members of the Fondation du Scoutisme Mondial in Cents, Luxembourg. His Royal Highness is the President of Scouting In Luxembourg which organized yesterday’s event.

His Royal Highness along with the Director of the World Scout Foundation, Mr. Marc Knippenberg, and members of the Organisation Mondiale du Mouvement Scout, discussed the role of the Fondation du Scoutisme Mondial in supporting the international development of Scouting, and the importance of the Scout movement in today’s world.

In the evening, His Royal Highness Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume along with dozens of guests gathered around a campfire for a convivial reception on the theme of “outdoor cooking”. So, what did they eat? I don’t know…probably hot dogs and hamburgers.

Photos courtesy of the Cour Grand-Ducale/S.Margue

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HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco Attends the 1st Annual World Plastics Summit.

Photo courtesy of F.Leibfarth

On Saturday, March 26, 2022, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco attended the 1st Annual World Plastics Summit, in connection with Monaco Ocean Week, held at the Novotel Monte Carlo Hotel.

According to a press release via the WPS the summit:

“…aims to assemble an international community of researchers, technology developers, multinational companies, and global policymakers to accelerate the science and engineering of plastics recycling, upcycling, and redesign. The Summit is being chaired by Professor John McGeehan from the University of Portsmouth and Dr. Gregg Beckham, CEO of the BOTTLE Consortium, with support from Lady Oxana Girko, Mr. Oleg Novachuck, and the Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco.

Professor McGeehan, who is director of the University’s Centre for Enzyme Innovation, said: ‘The plastics pollution crisis is one of the most urgent challenges of our time. While plastic pollution is a global problem, research and innovation in this area are not yet globally connected. While there are pockets of excellence worldwide, and several consortia have emerged in the last few years, much more can be achieved through global connection, data sharing, and collaboration towards this common goal.

‘The Principality of Monaco is internationally recognized as a neutral ground for successful diplomacy and cooperation, and with the strong commitment of H.S.H. Prince Albert II to sustainable development programs globally, this is the perfect location to host this inaugural world summit.’ “

The three-day summit will cover topics including understanding the scope of the plastics problem and the issues from a carbon, energy, economic, and pollution perspective, the use of new chemical and biological catalysis to break down today’s plastics and upcycle them, and the use of new and existing building blocks to produce plastics that are recyclable by design.


Danish Royals

(VIDEO) Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark Returns to Fredensborg Slot.

On Saturday, March 26, 2022, Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark accompanied by her two younger sisters, Her Majesty Queen Anne Marie of Greece and Her Royal Highness Princess Benedikte of Denmark, Princess of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg, returned to one of her favorite homes, Fredensborg Slot in North Zealand.

In the evening, as per tradition since 1988, the citizens of Fredensborg partake in a torchlight procession from outside the castle gates until they reach the steps of the palace. So, what’s the purpose for all of this? Well, it is to welcome home their beloved queen. As the people sang songs, took photos, and cheered for Her Majesty there was something special in the air that made people incredibly proud of their queen and country. What would that be, you may ask? Well, it’s been two years since the people of Fredensborg participated in the torchlight procession thanks in part to the pandemic. Second, the town of Fredensborg will be celebrating their 300th anniversary; moreover, they were celebrating Her Majesty’s golden jubilee year (50th anniversary) and her government.

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Photos courtesy of the Danish Royal Court/Keld Navntoft