Daily Archives: March 24, 2010
Dutch Princess to be Victoria’s Bridesmaid?
It is being reported by the Dutch press that Princess Catharina-Amalia would be a bridesmaid at her godmother's wedding - that godmother being Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden.
While neither the Swedish or Dutch royal houses have confirmed this rumor, it is widely speculated that 6 year-old Catharina-Amalia, second in line to the throne, would be part of Victoria's bridal party for her wedding this June 19th.
Then again, many royal watchers are hoping that all of Victoria's godchildren Read more [...]
Thai Princess Promotes Home Film Industry
One of the world's most anticipated film events this year is taking place in Hong Kong this week. The Hong Kong International Film Festival is attracting filmmakers, actors and audience members alike to see the latest movies from 50 countries. It has even attracted a Thai Princess to the festival.
Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya, the eldest daughter of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, is in Hong Kong to promote her country's film industry. She has been meeting with Thai movie stars such as Song Kran, Read more [...]
Princess Haya Opens Nursing and Midwifery Council
On Tuesday, Dubai's Princess Haya inaugurated the UAE Nursing and Midwifery Council at the emirate's Atlantis in the Palm. It comes one year after Haya's husband, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, decreed the council to show the UAE's dedication to improving health care.
Among those in attendance were Dr. Hanif Hassan Ali, UAE Minister of Health, Humaid Al Qutami, UAE Minister of Education, and Princess Muna, the mother of King Abdullah II of Jordan - Princess Haya's half-brother. Muna Read more [...]
Drama for Swedish Royals’ Brazilian Visit
The King and Queen of Sweden are on a four-day state visit to Brazil. Wednesday marks their second day on the trip, and also their second day of events going awry.
First, King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia's plane had difficulty landing yesterday due to bad weather. Then today, at the end of their visit to the National Congress, they had to exit through a back door because of a teachers' protest outside. That protest not against the royals at all.
Besides those moments, the King and Read more [...]
