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^(King Charles III today received Queen Te Arikinui Ngā Wai Hono i te Pō at Buckingham Palace, marking her first audience with the British monarch since becoming the Māori Queen in 2024. Their meeting continues a relationship between the Kīngitanga and the British Royal Family that spans nearly two centuries, grounded in historic engagements dating back to the 19th century.)

^(The Queen is in London for a series of official engagements and was also a guest at the King’s Trust Garden Party, reflecting her ongoing focus on strengthening ties, supporting rangatahi Māori, and promoting Indigenous leadership on the global stage).

Courtesy: The Royal Family | Town and Country Magazine | RNZ

^(King Leruo Tshekedi Molotlegi of the Royal Bafokeng Nation known for his leadership in community development, education and long‑term sustainability planning joined Indigenous leaders at the gathering.)

^(He was joined by Te Arikinui Kuīni Nga Wai Hono i te Pō VIII, the Māori Queen of Aotearoa-NZ Kīngitanga, who engaged on shared priorities including sustainable development, cultural preservation and intergenerational wellbeing.)

^(Ceremonial welcomes and a blanket presentation opened the proceedings, reflecting Indigenous protocols of reciprocity, respect and kinship.)

^(The Royal Bafokeng Nation says its participation underscores a commitment to Indigenous partnerships, sustainable development and collective progress grounded in heritage and collaboration.)

^(Courtesy:) ^(Royal Bafokeng Nation) ^(|) ^(MiningWeekly)

^(King Charles received a formal and lively welcome in Bermuda as he arrived in King’s Square, St George’s, marking the start of his visit. A 21‑gun salute, the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s guard of honour, and hundreds of schoolchildren filled the square, creating a mix of ceremony and community warmth.)

^(The King inspected the guard, greeted residents, and shared light moments with families before continuing his programme across the island. His arrival in King’s Square set the tone for a visit focused on heritage, environment, and Bermuda’s close ties with the Crown.)

^(Courtesy) ^(CITV Bermuda) ^(- Video isn't the best quality)

^(In the morning, the Swedish Royal Family attended a Te Deum thanksgiving service in the Royal Chapel of the Royal Palace to mark King Carl XVI Gustaf’s 80th birthday. The service was officiated by Chief Court Chaplain Bishop Johan Dalman and Court Chaplain Michael Bjerkhagen, consistent with official reporting on the ceremony.)

^(The musical programme included works such as Michael Waldenby’s Te Deum Op. 80, Wilhelm Stenhammar’s Sverige, and August Söderman’s Osanna, performed by Court Organist Johannes Skoog, the Royal Chapel Choir, Court Trumpeters Olle Hermansen and Björn Nyman, organist Robert Bennesh, and musicians from the Royal Swedish Navy Band.)

^(Courtesy :) ^(Scandinavian Royalty) ^(|) ^(Royal News Org) ^(- Eng Subs | Audio Track Available)

^(The celebration opened with the arrival of the Swedish Royal Family and international dignitaries. Among the standout moments was the arrival of Norway’s King Harald V and Queen Sonja, who travelled to Stockholm aboard the royal yacht) ^(Norge, moored at Skeppsbron for the festivities.)

^(Queen Sofía of Spain also stood out during the celebrations. Representing the Spanish Royal Family, she attended the gala wearing the historic Mellerio La Chata tiara, its first major appearance in two decades.)

^(Queen Suthida of Thailand has also drawn attention for her polished style during recent state visits. In March 2026, she accompanied King Vajiralongkorn to Laos,flying into Vientiane as licensed pilots, before continuing a series of formal engagements. Her appearances there, and during the Thai royal couple’s 2025 state visit to Bhutan, reinforced her style reputation for being refined and modern.)

^(Courtesy :) ^(Royal TV) ^(|) ^(Norway News) ^(|) ^(Hola!) ^(|) ^(The Royal News Organisation TRNO)

^(King Carl XVI Gustaf observed the Changing of the Guard, part of the official programme marking his 80th birthday celebrations.)

^(Was anyone else surprised by the guest list?) ^(I certainly was. Usually, a wide range of royal families from around the world are invited. Several non‑reigning royal houses such as Romania and Serbia attended, which makes sense given their frequent presence at European royal occasions.)

^(One guest who did catch me off guard, though, was Prince Filip of Serbia. It was unexpected to see him and his wife there, especially since his parents were already attending as the primary representatives of the family.)

^(Courtesy:) ^(Royal TV) ^(|) ^(NewsCord)

^(Thier Majesties King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida of Thailand are in Stockholm, Sweden, from April 29 to May 2, 2026, to attend the 80th birthday celebrations of King Carl XVI Gustaf. They were welcomed by Crown Princess Victoria at Stockholm Airport and are attending events at the Royal Palace)

^(Courtesy:) ^(PRD Thailand) ^(|) ^(OutsidersAviation)

^(Princess Lalla Khadija, Princess Lalla Meryem, and Princess Lalla Hasnaa attended the opening performance of the Royal Theatre of Rabat, joined by First Lady Brigitte Macron of France.)

^(The event marked the launch of a major new cultural landmark in Morocco, reflecting King Mohammed VI’s push to strengthen national arts and cultural diplomacy.)

^(Located in the Bouregreg Valley near key historic sites, the theatre is presented as an architectural symbol of Morocco’s cultural renewal.)

^(The opening featured an all‑Moroccan musical programme showcasing classical, operatic, Arab‑Andalusian, and contemporary works, highlighting the diversity of the national arts scene.)

^(Morocco has a goal to position its capital as a global cultural destination.)

^(Courtesy:) ^(Apanews)

^(On April 21, Their Majesties Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, together with Princess Aiko, attended the opening ceremony of the 41st World Veterinary Association Congress in Tokyo. The event brought together veterinarians and experts from 66 countries and regions to share new technologies and promote the advancement of veterinary medicine)

^(During the ceremony, His Majesty delivered an address in English, expressing his family’s long-standing connection with animals, including caring for rescued dogs and cats and their deep appreciation for the work veterinarians do to protect animal health and welfare.)

^(Following the opening, the Imperial Family listened to lectures on infectious diseases affecting both humans and animals, reflecting their well documented interest in animal welfare and the broader role veterinarians play in society.)

^(Courtesy:) ^(TBS News) ^(|) ^(New My Royals) ^(|) ^(Jiji Press) ^(- Eng Subs | Audio Track Available)