Daily Archives: March 21, 2011
Swazi King Tells People to Work Harder
King Mswati III of Swaziland reportedly told his people that instead of protesting the country's poor economy, they ought to "work harder and sacrifice more". This coming from a King who lives a lavish lifestyle while most Swazis struggle financially.
"It helps no one to go to the streets and cause disruption in times when the country is buckling under the pressure of the economic downturn," Mswati told the state-run Observer newspaper.
"We need to work even harder and sacrifice even Read more [...]
Irish President Lunches With Spanish Royals
The President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, made her first official visit to Spain Monday. She is there to solidify ties between the two countries.
The Spanish royal family welcomed Mrs. McAleese and her husband, Martin, at Zarzuela Palace. After posing for the media, the royals and the Irish couple had lunch together.
With Spain being Ireland’s eighth-largest trading partner, its President is keen to stress that the Irish economy is “open for business” during her visit.
Both Spain Read more [...]
Joachim, Marie & Family in Greenland
Since Friday, Denmark's Prince Joachim, his wife Marie, and his two eldest sons, Princes Nikolai and Felix, have been touring Greenland. The Danish territory invited the couple there as part of their 2008 wedding present, and now Joachim and Marie are finally making use of it.
"It's a bit like our second honeymoon. Just even better because we have the boys," Princess Marie told the Danish press.
One of the first things the family did was visit a museum in the town of Ilulissat. There, Read more [...]
