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Haakon & Mette Marit to Release Christmas CD to Raise Money
Norway's Crown Princely couple will release a Christmas CD on Monday, November 14th to help raise money for disadvantaged youths through their charity fund. Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit will not be singing on the album, but the project is all theirs.
"We are very pleased that these particular artists have taken the challenge from the Fund and will work with us to strengthen young people's opportunities. We think the album project has been an exciting musical profile," Read more [...]
William & Catherine Raise Money at Charity Gala
Thursday night saw the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge quietly go to a charity gala at St. James Palace in London. The event was held by the 100 Women in Hedge Funds, a charity Prince William supports, and it raised money for the Child Bereavement Charity, another one the Prince supports.
Before the gala kicked off, William gave a speech where he discussed the pride he felt for both organizations.
"I find it enormously rewarding and gratifying to observe how two organisations which mean so Read more [...]
Prince Harry Shows Caring Side as Taught by Princess Diana
Britain's Prince Harry may be known for his partying ways, but he is also known for his caring side, particularly when it comes to children. Wednesday evening saw him in London giving awards on behalf of WellChild, which His Royal Highness is patron of.
With sad irony, Wednesday was also the 14th anniversary of his mother, Princess Diana's death. It was she who taught Harry and his brother, Prince William, to be compassionate towards others, and that shined through today as the Prince met Read more [...]
Princely Family at Monaco’s 63rd Red Cross Ball
In their first appearance in Monaco since their July nuptials, Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene were all smiles and walked hand in hand into the Sporting Club in Monte Carlo for the 63rd annual Red Cross Ball - a major event for the principality.
Behind the couple were Albert's two sisters: Princess Stephanie and Princess Caroline, who made her first appearance at the Ball since 2008. There is no word on what made her turn up for this year's gala. Perhaps to show solidarity with her Read more [...]
Kuwaiti Emir Helps Famine Ridden Somalia
Earlier this week, the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, donated $1 million to help the people of Somalia, who are suffering from famine as a result of drought.
Abdullah Al Maatouq, the President of the International Islamic Charitable Organisation (IICO), praised the Emir for his donation.
"His Highness the Emir has stressed his commitment to alleviate the severe suffering of the people of Somalia and his confirmation of the importance of providing them with the Read more [...]
Princess Madeleine Talks About WCF, Returning to U.S.
The Swedish royal court recently published an interview with Princess Madeleine where she briefly discussed working for World Childhood Foundation in the United States. The Princess has been living in New York City for well over a year, and while the reasons for that are not fully clear, this interview is likely an attempt to ease criticism that Madeleine is wasting tax payers' money by doing little but shop and have fun.
First, she was asked what she does for WCF, which was set up by her Read more [...]
A Look at William & Catherine’s Whirlwind Appearances
These past five days have been a whirlwind for newlyweds Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Starting on Thursday, the couple made their first official duties and appearances since their April 29th wedding. These engagements included charity galas, milestone birthday celebrations and traditional royal events.
Throughout these five days, Catherine kept her cool and showcased that she can handle making public appearances. She showed no sign of uneasiness and went along with a Read more [...]
Fashion and Charity Mix at Monegasque Gala
Thursday night saw glamour come back to Monaco as Princess Caroline attended the AMADE charity gala. It was refreshing to see the Princess again after she - plus other members of Monaco's princely family - was absent from the Rose Ball because of the death of her aunt, Princess Antoinette.
Caroline may still be in mourning, based on her simple outfit featuring a long black skirt and matching jacket. Her mood seemed somber.
But if anyone could lighten up the event, it was her two eldest Read more [...]Queen Silvia Attends World Childhood Gala in Florida
Queen Silvia of Sweden was the picture of health when she attended the World Childhood Foundation gala in Hillsboro Beach, Florida this weekend. The Queen had been ill with the flu for a while and had to cancel appearances, most notably a state visit to Botswana.
"I feel much better," Her Majesty told reporters.
Silvia was joined by her youngest daughter, Princess Madeleine, who has been in Florida doing projects for WCF, set up in 1999 by her mother.
The charity gala included 220 guests, Read more [...]
Prince Harry Begins Trek Across North Pole
Britain's Prince Harry is on top of the world - and not because his brother is getting married in one month.
He is trekking across the North Pole with wounded soldiers, all in the name of charity for his country's veteran organizations. The journey will go 200 miles and will last for four weeks.
However, the Prince will only be with the soldiers for the first five days. This way, he would be back in time for brother William's April 29th wedding. Harry arrived in Norway's Svalbard archipelago Read more [...]
