Author: Lillian Torres

Lilian Torres

Lilian Torres is a professional journalist with over 15 years of experience, is fervently committed to unearthing the histories and cultures of British and Spanish royal households, drawing the public into the enthralling world of traditions, conflicts, and triumphs.

King Charles' Health

After a challenging year marked by his cancer diagnosis, King Charles III is set to make his first official visit to Oceania. The trip, which will take place from October 18-26, will be the first royal tour since he was diagnosed with the disease earlier this year. The 75-year-old monarch will visit Australia and Samoa, although a third stop in New Zealand was canceled due to concerns about his health. The king’s health has been a matter of concern, especially as he has decided to suspend his treatment during the course of this tour of Commonwealth countries. What Will Happen…

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Photo of Pregnant Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice, who recently announced her pregnancy with her second child, made her first public appearance after sharing this happy news through the official accounts of the royal family on social media. Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, are already parents to a baby girl, Sienna, who was born on September 18, 2021, and was the last great-granddaughter the late Queen Elizabeth II had the honor of meeting. The official announcement was made on October 1 by Buckingham Palace, and, a few days later, the new mother made her debut at a public event. Princess Beatrice Pregnant Princess Beatrice…

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Queen Sofia at Madrid's Monumental Theater

The monarchy has proven adept at nonverbal communication, an art that the late Queen Elizabeth II mastered to perfection. Kate Middleton has also been perfecting this skill over the years, learning from her predecessor. This particular way of communicating is also seen in the Spanish monarchy, where Queen Emeritus Sofia has managed her image and carried out her institutional work amid significant controversy. Recently, Queen Sofia has been at the center of a major scandal after the disclosure of photographs of her husband, the emeritus King Juan Carlos, in the company of his mistress, as well as the leak of…

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Spanish National Day Parade

The close bond between Infanta Sofia and her sister, Princess Leonor, is widely known. However, the announcement that Sofia will not be present at one of the most important events for the Spanish royal family has generated surprise and some concern. This event is the Military Parade on the occasion of National Day of Spain (Columbus Day), which will take place on Saturday, October 12. Sofia, 17, and Leonor, 18, usually attend official engagements together, sharing not only space but also gestures of complicity and closeness that demonstrate their excellent relationship. However, on this occasion, fans of both princesses will…

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ophie of Edinburgh in Malta » Sophie of Edinburgh

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, is at the center of a controversy due to her behavior during an official trip to Malta. Together with her husband, Prince Edward, the Duchess arrived on the island to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Malta’s independence and to celebrate the shared heritage of Malta and the United Kingdom, as well as their continued collaboration. During her four-day stay, one of the most significant stops was at Villa Guardamangia, the residence that housed the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip during their time in the region. This event was historic, as the Duke and Duchess…

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Queen Letizia's White Dress with Floral Details Turns Heads

In her return to the official events of the week, Queen Letizia has made it clear that white is still one of her favorite colors. In such an important event as the presentation of the National Culture Awards 2022-2023, held at the National Museum of Art Reina Sofia, the monarch has worn an elegant white dress with floral details that evoke a nostalgic air. Queen Letizia in a white dress at the National Culture Awards The dress, made of white crepe, stands out for its guipure applications embroidered with small silver beads that cover both the top and the bottom.…

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National Culture Awards

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attended the National Culture Awards ceremony, which took place in Madrid on Thursday, 10 October, with the participation of leading figures from the Spanish cultural sphere. The awards recognize the careers of various professionals, including academics, filmmakers, designers, playwrights, and illustrators, among others. However, a small mistake made by the Royal Household team created an awkward moment for the royal couple. The attendance of King Felipe and Queen Letizia at the National Culture Awards takes place in a sensitive media context, given that the Royal Family has been under public scrutiny due to the…

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Prince George's new hobby

At just 11 years old, Prince George is already showing a love for sports, and his latest hobby is turning heads. While the young royal has long enjoyed soccer, rugby, and cricket, he’s now added a new and challenging sport to his list: triathlon. Prince George’s New Hobby According to his father, Prince William, George has recently taken up triathlon at school, a sport that requires both endurance and determination. William revealed this surprising news during a ceremony at Windsor Castle, where he was presenting Non Stanford, a former triathlon champion, with an MBE for her contributions to the sport.…

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Edward and Sophie of Edinburgh in Malta.

Prince Edward and his wife Sophie, Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, are currently on an official trip to Malta, a destination that has a deeply sentimental connection for the British royal family, especially for the late Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, who held the title of Duke of Edinburgh during his lifetime. Elizabeth II and Philip’s history in Malta dates back to their early years of marriage when they resided on the island between 1949 and 1951. During this time, Prince Philip was stationed in the British Royal Navy’s Mediterranean Fleet. For the Queen, Malta was not…

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King Charles at COP29 Climate  Conference.

The health of King Charles III continues to cause concern, even as he prepares for his first trip abroad after being diagnosed with cancer. The 75-year-old monarch is scheduled to travel to Australia with Queen Camilla and has taken the surprising decision to suspend his treatment for the disease for the duration of this tour. This trip represents his first visit to Commonwealth countries since assuming the throne and becomes his furthest working trip since February, when the palace notified the public about his cancer diagnosis and the start of the corresponding treatment. Despite the limited information revealed about the…

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ophie of Edinburgh in Malta » Sophie of Edinburgh

The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, captured the public’s attention this weekend with a stunning look that has generated a lot of reactions. Her red dress, designed by Carolina Herrera, was not the only reason behind the buzz; her new hairstyle and the color change she decided to wear were also highlighted. The event attended by Meghan, 43, was a charity gala in favor of the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, which brought together several celebrities committed to a noble cause. Meghan markle’s new hair color In this significant public appearance, made without the company of Prince Harry, Meghan entrusted her…

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King Charles and Caroline of Monaco

Although it may be hard to believe, Caroline of Monaco, sister of Prince Albert, came very close to becoming Queen of England. Her relationship with the then Prince Charles of Wales could have been an arranged marriage, a common practice within royalty. For many years, Caroline was considered one of the most desirable young women among the European nobility. As the eldest daughter of Rainier III and Grace Kelly, her beauty and style placed her at the center of media attention, which attracted suitors from all over the world. Her father, aware that Caroline could not reign in the Principality…

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