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7/24/2013

And His name is... George Alexander Louis

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TRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their newborn son George Alexander Louis. HRH Prince George of Cambridge was born on 22 July 2013.

7/23/2013

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge leave hospital with newborn son

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TRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have left the hospital with their newborn son.

Printscreens:

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Source: telegraph.co.uk

Source: telegraph.co.uk

7/22/2013

First formal official pictures of the King and Queen of the Belgians

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The Belgian Royal Court released new official (formal) pictures of TM King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians. These pictures are their first formal pictures as King and Queen.

Click HERE to view the pictures at RTL (Belgium).

11th birthday of Prince Felix of Denmark

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The Danish Royal Court released new official pictures of HH Prince Felix and HH Prince Nikolai of Denmark on occasion of the 11th birthday of Prince Felix. Prince Felix is the younger son of HRH Prince Joachim of Denmark and his former wife, HE Countess Alexandra of Frederiksborg. In addition to Prince Nikolai, Prince Felix has 2 half-siblings, HH Prince Henrik and HH Princess Athena, from his fathers (second) marriage to HRH Princess Marie.

Click HERE to view 2 pictures at the official website of the Danish Royal family.
Click HERE to view the pictures at PPE.

It's a boy for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

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TRH the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge had their first child, a boy, today, 22 July 2013. The Prince was born at 4.24 pm.

Statement from the new parents:

“We would like to thank the staff at the Lindo Wing and the whole hospital for the tremendous care the three of us have received. 
We know it has been a very busy period for the hospital and we would like to thank everyone - staff, patients and visitors - for their understanding during this time.” 
23 July 2013 


Statement from the proud (paternal) grandfather, HRH the Prince of Wales:

“Both my wife and I are overjoyed at the arrival of my first grandchild. It is an incredibly special moment for William and Catherine and we are so thrilled for them on the birth of their baby boy.  
Grandparenthood is a unique moment in anyone’s life, as countless kind people have told me in recent months, so I am enormously proud and happy to be a grandfather for the first time and we are eagerly looking forward to seeing the baby in the near future.” 
22 July 2013

The Duchess of Cambridge in labour

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The British Royal Court has announced that HRH the Duchess of Cambridge has been admitted to St. Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London in the early stages of labour.

The Duchess travelled by car from Kensington Palace to the Lindo Wing at St. Mary’s Hospital with The Duke of Cambridge.

7/21/2013

Inauguration King Philippe of the Belgians: Word of thanks of the King

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HM King Philippe of Belgium, accompanied by his wife, HM Queen Mathilde of Belgium, appeared on the balcony tonight to give a (short) speech. The King thanked for the presence, support and confidence of the Belgian people.

Click HERE to view a (short) video of the speech.

Inauguration King Philippe of the Belgians: Uniform of the King

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During the Te Deum at the Cathedral of St Michael and St Gudula and the abdication ceremony of HM King Albert II at the Royal Palace, HRH Prince Philippe will wear the uniform of a Lieutenant General of the Air Component. Once he is sworn in before the parliament, HM King Philippe of the Belgians will be the Commander-in-Chief of the Belgian Armed Forces. The King will wear the uniform of a General of the Land Component for his swearing-in and for the rest of the ceremonies.

Source: 21july.monarchie.be

Abdication King Albert of the Belgians and inauguration King Philippe of the Belgians: Pictures

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- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the Bal National.
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the Te Deum church service at the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula in Brussels.
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the signing of the Act o.
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of King Philippe being sworn in before the Parliament.
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the balcony scene.
- Click HERE to view the official pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the visit to the Unknown Soldier at the Congress Column and the reviewing of the civil and military troops
- Click HERE to view pictures at the official website of the abdication and inauguration of the evening festivities.

Inauguration of King Philippe of the Belgians: Swearing In of His Majesty King Philippe of the Belgians

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The Swearing in of HM King Philippe of the Belgians.

Your Majesties, Mr. President of the Chamber of Representatives, Madam President of the Senate, Deputies, Senators, Ladies and Gentlemen, 
In taking the constitutional oath before you, I am aware of the responsibility which is now incumbent upon me. This oath is a solemn promise which renews the relationship of trust that has existed for nearly two hundred years between the King and the Belgian people.
Today I am succeeding six other Kings, including my father, King Albert. Sire, for twenty years, you have maintained this trust by showing yourself to be on the one hand close to everyone, warm and profoundly human, and on the other attentive and committed in the exercising of your responsibility as Head of State. Queen Paola has assisted you in your task, whilst devoting herself more specifically to such essential fields as education and culture. 
With serenity, dignity and devotion, you have accompanied the Belgian people on sometimes difficult occasions, as well as during happy moments, at a time marked by profound change throughout the world. We are most grateful to you.
I am aware of my great fortune to be able to count on the permanent support of my wife, Queen Mathilde. Dear Mathilde, for many years you have channelled your efforts wholeheartedly into numerous activities. You have an innate sense of human contact. Along with our dear children, we shall confidently begin this new chapter in our lives and that of our country. 
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I am beginning my reign with the determination to place myself at the service of all Belgians. I shall therefore work in perfect understanding with the government and consistent with the Constitution. Over the years, I have been able to build ever-stronger ties with a great many of my fellow citizens. I intend to intensify this dialogue.
The wealth of our country and our institutional system resides notably in the fact that we have turned our diversity into a strength. Each time, we succeed in striking the balance between unity and diversity. Belgium’s strength is precisely its ability to give meaning to our diversity. 
The latest State reform has brought about a major transfer of powers to the federated entities. It will bring citizens closer to decision making and enable us to deal more effectively with challenges in the future. Belgium’s strength also resides in its federated entities. I intend to maintain constructive contacts with their leaders. I am convinced that cooperation between the Federal State, the Communities and the Regions will bring about greater benefits for our citizens and businesses. 
Together we can highlight each individual’s talents. This is the source of the genius of our country, which has developed throughout our history. It is a state of mind that has shaped our character and our values. Facing up to the most complex problems together, reconciling various aspirations and integrating them without losing any of their originality and strength has also helped forge our inventiveness and our sense of moderation. 
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The values that inspire us have guided generations of men and women before us. Through their commitment in society and politics, they have ensured our country has acquired a high level of prosperity and solidarity. They have provided both a solid framework for enterprise and effective social security. 
We are now confronted with a crisis that is hitting many of our fellow citizens very hard. Today I would like to encourage every man and woman to face up to this challenge. I am profoundly convinced that there is unsuspected potential in each one of us which is waiting to be revealed. Besides we have together the means to surmount our difficulties and guarantee everyone the opportunity to progress. 
Now more than ever, the European project has to give us hope and confidence. The Europe we are working towards must bring growth and solidarity. We are proud that our capital city is also the capital of Europe and that at each moment in its history, Belgian leaders have worked at the heart of this great project. During my missions abroad, I have been able to observe how much Belgium’s assets, its talents and strengths are appreciated throughout the world. 
Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the spirit in which I shall work during my reign.  I shall support all of our qualities, in Belgium and abroad. 
Together, let us bring a new surge of enthusiasm to our country. 
Long live Belgium! Vive la Belgique! Leve België! Es lebe Belgien!

Source: 21july.monarchie.be

Abdication of King Albert of the Belgians: The speech

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Click HERE to read the (Google Translation of the) speech of (then) HM King Albert of the Belgians ahead of the signing of the abdication.

Abdication King Albert of the Belgians and inauguration King Philippe of the Belgians: Watch it live

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Click HERE to watch the abdication of HM King Albert King of the Belgians and the inauguration of HM King Phillipe the Belgians live.

7/20/2013

40th birthday of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway: (Printscreens) interview

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HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway gave an interview to NRK on occasion of his 40th birthday. The program also includes interviews with among others HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, HRH Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden.

Click HERE to watch the interview.

Printscreens family:

Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK


Printscreens Crown Prince Haakon:


Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK
Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK


Printscreens Crown Princess Mette-Marit:


Source: NRK


Source: NRK

Source: NRK

Source: NRK



Printscreens Crown Prince Frederik:


Source: NRK


Source: NRK

Source: NRK


Printscreens Crown Princess Victoria:

Source: NRK

Source: NRK

40th birthday of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway: Printscreens

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Printscreens of the festival on occasion of the 40th birthday of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway.

Source: VGTV

Source: VGTV

Source: VGTV

Source: VGTV

Source: VGTV

Source: VGTV

40th birthday of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway: Watch it live

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Click HERE to watch the arrival of HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway at the festival to celebrate his birthday. The feed starts at 4.oo pm Norwegian time. At 5.00 pm there will be a short interview with the Crown Prince.

40th birthday Crown Prince Haakon of Norway: The Guestlist

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The Norwegian Royal Court has announced that the following Royal(s) (guests) will be present at the 40th anniversary celebration of HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway

- TM King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway
- TRH Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway with HRH Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway, Prince Sverre Magnus of Norway and Marius.
- Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and Ari Behn

- TM King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.
- TRH Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Count and Countess of Monpezat.
- HRH Prince Constantijn of the Netherlands.
- TRH Crown Prince Pavlos and Marie-Chantal, Crown Princess Pavlos of Greece.
- HRH the Prince of Preslav, Prince Kyril, with HRH Princess Mafalda and HRH Princess Olympia of Bulgaria.
- HRH Princess Rosario of Bulgaria [Princess Rosario and Prince Kyril are separated but not divorced.]
- HRH Prince Jaime of Bourbon-Parma, Count of Bardi, Duke of San Jaime.

40th birthday of Crown Prince Haakon of Norway

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Occasion of the 40th birthday of HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway (today), the Norwegian Royal Court released a new official photo of the Crown Prince and his wife, HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit, their children, HRH Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magus, and the son the Crown Princess, Marius. They also released a picture of the Crown Prince and his son, Prince Sverre Magnus.

HQ pictures:
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Pictures: Sølve Sundsbø, Det kongelige hoff