British Royals

(VIDEOS) HM Queen Elizabeth II Visits the University of Surrey.

On October 15, 2015, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived at the University of Surrey in Guildford, England, to officially open the university’s new School of Veterinary Medicine.

According to the official website for the university during today’s visit Her Majesty and the duke:

“…toured the £45 million School and visited the Large Animal Clinical Skills Building, where they met students undertaking equine examinations and working with livestock. The Royal Party also viewed a demonstration in the Biomechanics Laboratory, where they met Professor Noel Fitzpatrick, the ‘Supervet’, and dogs that have benefitted from prosthetic limb surgery. Finally, they observed teaching sessions in the Clinical Skills Laboratory, where they met staff and students undertaking clinical skills training.

After the tour, The Queen, The Duke and assembled guests participated in a short ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new teaching facilities, at which Her Majesty unveiled a plaque to mark the occasion.”

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Swedish Royals

HRH Princess Sofia of Sweden is Expecting Her First Child.

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On Thursday, October 15, 2015, the Swedish royal court announced that Her Royal Highness Princess Sofia and Prince Carl Philip of Sweden are expecting their first child.

In a brief statement the happy couple, who were married in a lavish ceremony last June 13, 2015 inside the gorgeous Slottskyrkan (royal chapel) at the Kungliga Slottet (royal palace) in Stockholm, noted “We are so happy and excited to announce that we are expecting our first child. We are very much looking forward to it!”

The royal baby is due sometime in April of 2016.

Congrats to couple!   🙂

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Grand Ducal Family of Luxembourg, Monaco Princely Family

HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco Participates a Meeting in Luxembourg.

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On Thursday, October 15, 2015, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco arrived at the Palais Grand-Ducal in Luxembourg to participate in the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) Biennial Honorary Board meeting hosted by Her Royal Highness Grand Duchess Maria-Teresa of Luxembourg.

Other royal guests attending today’s meeting included His Royal Highness Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet of the Netherlands.

In an IPC press release about the meeting the lovely grand duchess stated:

“…I feel honored to be part of an organization which not only encourages athletes at a Paralympic level, but also gives enormous hope and inspiration to the many who are trying to surpass their physical boundaries on a daily basis.” 

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Photo courtesy of the IPC

Swedish Royals

(VIDEOS) The Swedish Royal Court Releases New Photos of HRH Prince Nicolas of Sweden’s Christening.

H.K.H. Prins Nicolas dop, Drottningholms Slottskyrka 11 oktober 2015. H.R.H. Prince Nicolas christening in Drottningholm Palace Chapel, October 11, 2015. H.K.H. Prinsessan Madeleine, Mr Christopher O'Neill, H.K.H. Prins Nicolas, H.K.H. Prinsessan Leonore.

On Wednesday, October 14, 2015, the Swedish royal court released the official portraits from His Royal Highness Prince Nicolas of Sweden, Duke of Ångermanland’s christening.  The images were shot by well-known Swedish photographer, Mr. Mattias Edwall, at Drottningholms Slott in Stockholm.

The little prince was christened last Sunday, October 11, 2015, at Drottningholms Slottskyrka.  Officiating the service were Archbishop Antje Jackelén, with assistance by “…Chaplain to The King and Bishop Emeritus Lars-Göran Lönnermark, and the Reverend Michael Bjerkhagen, Court Chaplain and Rector of the Royal Court Parish…” according to the Swedish royal court.

The godparents of HRH Prince Nicolas are HRH Prince Carl Philip of Sweden, Countess Natascha Abensperg und Traun, Mr. Henry d’Abo, Mr. Marco Wajselfisz, Mr.Gustaf Magnuson, and Mrs. Katarina von Horn.

If you missed the christening of the little prince you may watch the entire ceremony here via SVT.  Or, you can watch it on YouTube via the video below.

 

H.K.H. Prins Nicolas dop, Drottningholms Slottskyrka 11 oktober 2015. H.R.H. Prince Nicolas christening in Drottningholm Palace Chapel, October 11, 2015 H.K.H. Prinsessan Madeleine, Mr Christopher O'Neill, H.K.H. Prins Nicolas, H.K.H. Prinsessan Leonore. Herr Gustaf Magnuson, Fru Katarina von Horn, H.K.H. Prins Carl Philip, Countess Natascha Abensperg und Traun, Mr Henry d'Abo, Mr Marco Wajselfisz

H.K.H. Prins Nicolas dop, Drottningholms Slottskyrka 11 oktober 2015. H.R.H. Prince Nicolas christening in Drottningholm Palace Chapel, October 11, 2015 H.K.H. Prinsessan Madeleine, Mr Christopher O'Neill, H.K.H. Prins Nicolas, H.K.H. Prinsessan Leonore. H.M. Drottning Silvia, H.M. Konung Carl XVI Gustaf, Mrs Eva Maria O'Neill.

H.K.H. Prins Nicolas dop, Drottningholms Slottskyrka 11 oktober 2015. H.R.H. Prince Nicolas christening in Drottningholm Palace Chapel, October 11, 2015 H.K.H. Prinsessan Madeleine, Mr Christopher O'Neill, H.K.H. Prins Nicolas, H.K.H. Prinsessan Leonore. H.K.H. Kronprinsessan Victoria, H.K.H. Prins Carl Philip, Mrs Tatjana d'Abo, Countess Natascha Abensperg und Traun.

Photos courtesy of the Swedish royal court/M. Edwll

Dutch Royal Family

(VIDEO) News Regarding His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands.

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On October 13, 2015, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands officially opened the new Energy Transition Centre in Groningen.

According to the official website for Energy Transition Centre the center is an:

“…energy testing ground where students, researchers, the industry and the public create solutions for the energy supply of the future. EnTranCe is a joint initiative of Hanze University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Groningen and the Energy Academy Europe.

The King opened EnTranCe in the presence of more than 250 guests. Following the opening, he received a tour of the grounds. Secondary vocational, college and university students, lecturers and entrepreneurs from the Northern region showcased the latest developments in the field of energy.”

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Photo courtesy of EnTranCe

 

Belgian Royals

(VIDEO) TMs King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium Visit Warsaw, Poland.

On Tuesday, October 13, 2015, Their Majesties King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium began their three-day official visit to Warsaw, Poland.  The purpose of the visit is to strengthen economic relations between the two countries and cooperation within the European Union.

Upon their arrival at the airport Their Majesties were warmly welcomed to Warsaw by the President of Poland, Mr.Andrzej Duda, and his wife, First Lady Agata Kornhauser-Duda, as well as other Polish government officials.

Thereafter, Their Majesties along with President Duda and the First Lady attended an official welcoming ceremony held at the Presidential Palace.  Following the ceremony King Philippe and President Duda participated in a meeting with Belgian and Polish government officials.

In the afternoon, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the capital of Warsaw.

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