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The post comes on the day when the UK marked VE Day 80th anniversary with large crowds and military pomp in London Buckingham Palace served as the centrepiece of Monday’s spectacle before Thursday’s anniversary of Victory in Europe Day tribute was paid with a 1,300-strong military procession other senior royals and prime minister Keir Starmer watching the touching tribute from a dais on the Queen Victoria Memorial They were sitting alongside those who had served in the war and who were wrapped up both in their memories and against the spring chill a Buckingham Palace tea party for 30 second world war veterans aged from 98 to 104 and about 20 evacuees and others who lived through the war The royals also enjoyed a flypast of 23 historical and current aircraft including a Lancaster Bomber from the palace balcony to conclude Monday’s official commemorations Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox step out to run errands after first baby together Rowling talks about ‘power to sack an actor’ from the Harry Potter series Zoë Kravitz and Noah Centineo casually step out in New York City together Sean 'Diddy' Combs talks about asking to take a restroom break during trial proceedings Jackie shared a carousel of cheerful snaps from the festivities Nicola Peltz pens heartfelt note amid family celebration drama Copyright © 2025. The News International, All Rights Reserved | Contact Us | Authors It Comes to Light What Queen Letizia's Experience Was Like in a Restaurant in Panama | en.edatv.news, El Nacional Sabores de Panamá, Europa Press LIFESTYLE El Nacional the bar that has charmed Queen Letizia in Panama: chicken for €10This is El Nacional the Panamanian restaurant where Letizia and Leonor enjoyed local food at a good price05/05/2025 16:28:00h by Cándido Casares Queen Letizia has once again made headlines where she had an exciting reunion with her daughter Taking advantage of the Juan Sebastián de Elcano's stopover mother and daughter shared an intimate lunch at El Nacional local sources claim that the queen was able to order the tasty "pollo guisa'o" for just 10 euros this meeting has not only moved the media but also caused a sensation among the locals due to the choice of venue: a simple bar that has become the setting for one of the most human images of the Spanish royalty What is it about El Nacional that has captivated Queen Letizia and the heir to the throne Queen Letizia and Leonor Enjoy Panamanian Food During Their Visit to El Nacional | en.edatv.news Europa PressThe Experience of Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor at El NacionalPrincess Leonor has been traveling the world for months aboard the Spanish Navy's training ship it has been the scene of an unexpected but deeply emotional reunion with her mother Doña Letizia flew to Panama to spend a few hours with her eldest daughter. In this symbolic context, they both decided to do something as ordinary as it is special: go out to eat like any mother and daughter reuniting after a long absence quickly made this moment public through their social media Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor Go Out to Eat Together After Reuniting in Panama | Casa RealThe bar is located in Plaza de la Independencia in the heart of the Old Town of Panama City It is a restaurant known for its cozy atmosphere and its commitment to traditional cuisine mother and daughter enjoyed a meal that has caused as much interest as sympathy Its menu brings together the best of Panamanian cuisine and typical desserts like arroz con leche or the curious "helado endiabla'o" This homemade approach and close attention have made the restaurant a favorite spot for both locals and tourists The fact that the Queen of Spain and her daughter chose it only confirms its popularity This is how they explain it from the establishment: "We have a varied menu with 100% traditional Panamanian cuisine dishes From seafood and arroz con pollo to vegetarian options that give it that distinctive touch." Queen Letizia opted for the star dish of the place: "pollo guisa'o" a homemade recipe that costs around 10 euros A detail that has not gone unnoticed by either the diners or the media The visit of Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor to El Nacional did not go unnoticed and the restaurant itself wanted to share the exciting news through their social media "Yesterday we experienced a historic moment We had the honor of welcoming none other than Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor of Spain to El Nacional," they posted   NEW ON FACEBOOK! 📲 Click here to receive the hottest royal and celebrity news directly to your Facebook, for FREE and EXCLUSIVE! Don't miss out! they described the meeting as "unforgettable." "It fills us with pride and reaffirms our commitment to the culture Thank you for visiting us and being part of our history!" they wrote alongside the post The accompanying images spoke for themselves: Princess Leonor dressed in her military uniform and Queen Letizia in a casual outfit Both posed smiling with the restaurant staff in a gesture as spontaneous as it is endearing It has become clear that the visit of Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor to El Nacional has transcended the anecdotal to become a symbol of closeness This spontaneous gesture in Panamanian lands reflects a different way of representing the monarchy: with naturalness and connection with the people Could this be a new way of doing diplomacy through flavor and human warmth HOT SPRINGS -- Coach Bret Burgess couldn't be sure what would come of his return to De Queen The Leopards had an established group of young players looking to take the next step but he was bringing a new philosophy and a pair of all-state guards with him Sam Lane covers Arkansas high school sports and University of Central Arkansas athletics He has been with the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette since 2022 This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers LLC Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing the stepdaughter of De Queen head coach Bret Burgess earned the 4A state tournament's Most Valuable Player seven rebounds and four assists on the day while Emma Chambers led the Leopards with 13 and Landri Liggin added 11 PA's Greenlee Elmore led all scorers in the game with 25 points The Leopards (35-1) gave the Bruins (36-1) fits with their stout defense turning the Bruins over 12 times in the first half and 20 for the game as De Queen connected on only 16% of shots from long range while PA hit 12% finish a perfect 12 for 12 from the free throw line It is not always the teams with the prettiest win-loss records who make it to the end but that is the case this year in Class 4A as Pulaski Academy and De Queen have combined to go 70-1 The Leopards (34-1) have the one blemish on their resume they have had a remarkable run in their first season under head coach Bret Burgess after a 12-16 finish a season ago This is the program's second appearance in the state final where he was part of the 2022 Scrapperette state championship run He brought his stepdaughters Jessie (13.7 ppg who are both signed to play at Arkansas Tech University The Lyles grew up in the De Queen School system Other top contributors for the Leopards include juniors Emma Chambers (12.3 ppg Pulaski Academy (36-0) is one of two remaining teams in the state with an unblemished record and also is in its first season under a new head coach Becky Yarbrough is one of the state's all-time best and joined the Bruins following last season after compiling a legendary 33-year run at Star City that included two state titles as well as two runner-up finishes Yarbrough is aiming to earn not only her third ring but the first in PA history as the Bruins have been runners-up two times Senior leaders Madison Sanders (12 ppg and 4 apg) and Sophia Boyd (8 ppg 74%FT) have watched this team go from eight victories as sophomores to the possibility of heading the program's first undefeated season the Bruins have two really good ones in Greenlee Elmore (14 ppg and 7 rpg) and Randi Stewart (13 ppg) and junior Lindsey Johnston averages nine points and seven rebounds per contest (Updates will appear here after the game starts.) De Queen wins its first state championship since 2003 and hands the Bruins their first loss of the year PA calls time but Shalyn Lyle increases the Leopard lead after connecting on two free throws but De Queen finds a way to pull in front again via a score by Landri Liggin Stewart ties the game with a three from the left wing Jessie Lyle hits an incredible deep three all the way from De Queen but Ellie Robken responds with a layin on the other end After PA cuts the deficit to a single point but Elmore scores again on the other end and it's a two-point ball game heading into the final frame Sanders was on the PA bench for a large portion of the quarter with four fouls PA is now down by only one possession following a succesful jumpshot by Elmore Stewart is successful on a contested lay in and is fouled De Queen's Emma Chambers is fouled prior to the media timeout and will shoot two when play resumes PA has cut the De Queen lead to five and after the Leopards call time De Queen will inbound the ball when we return to play Elmore connects on a three from the right wing to score the first oints of the second half and make it a Leopard single digit lead again De Queen's defensive pressure is causing problem for PA and the Leopards take a double-digit lead into the break Shalyn Lyle still leads everyone with nine points and Elmore has eight for PA The Leopards are shooting 43% from the field to PA's 25% and De Queen has forced 12 PA turnovers Randi Stewart scores to cut into the deficit The Leopards are on a 10-2 run nearly halfway through the second with the largest lead for either team thus far A very frustrated Becky Yarbrough calls time after De Queen gets consecutive scores for a two possession lead The pregame jitters have all been worked out The Leopards attempted nine three pointers in the opening frame and connected on two Madison Sanders hits two free throws to cut the Leopards' lead back to two Shalyn Lyle adds to De Queen's lead with a three from the left wing and Elmore responds with a basket Greenlee Elmore hits two free throws to put PA on the board Emma Chambers connects on a short jumper for the first points of the game then Shalyn Lyle nabs a steal and scores on the fast break To get live updates on your phone — as well as follow your favorite teams and top games — you can download the SBLive Sports app: Download iPhone App | Download Android App KYLE SUTHERLAND, SBLIVE SPORTSKyle Sutherland is a prep sports journalist and broadcaster his work has been featured in outlets including the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Hooten's Arkansas Football and The Natural State Sports Network He is also the color commentator for 103.7 The Buzz's high school football Game of the Week © 2025 ABG-SI LLC - SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The breakout star of The White Lotus and critics’ favorite The Leftovers has a new HBO project HBO just dropped the Season 3 trailer for The Gilded Age a historical drama series set in New York City during the 1880s that explores the complicated social dynamics and class conflicts that dominated the era Meanwhile, the Brook household is undergoing a quiet upheaval as Ada (Cynthia Nixon) adjusts to her newfound role as the lady of the house faces pushback from her lover’s disapproving family “When you set your mind on a thing, no one can stop you,” George tells Bertha in the trailer “I take that as a compliment,” she responds carrie coon is the queen of HBO and she knows it! pic.twitter.com/a3PRzrBnGj The Year of Carrie Coon continues. #TheGildedAge https://t.co/HlkvZBHNP1 ITS CARRIE COON TIME https://t.co/9wa1K90C2S pic.twitter.com/8ADhH72u70 morgan spector is the biggest carrie coon fan! pic.twitter.com/kkM3Leu3Ou Carrie Coon gave the monologue of the year in The White Lotus It’s rare for a scene to go viral and the reason is because she’s been delivering the goods for a long time: If Carrie Coon wins an Emmy for White Lotus we all know it’s an overdue one for The Leftovers Just mention The Leftovers to someone who watched If you're a fan of Laurie from THE WHITE LOTUS, you should check out Carrie Coon's other work in THE LEFTOVERS, FARGO, THE GILDED AGE, and even WHAT IF...? She's a televisual thaumaturge. pic.twitter.com/kCYOAof7FW If you loved Carrie Coon and want more of her you should watch The Leftovers. Nora Durst is one of the best female characters in television and Carrie gives an unbelievable performance #TheWhiteLotus pic.twitter.com/6j9OknpizP carrie coon delivering iconic scenes in a HBO show that starts with the #TheLeftovers #TheGildedAge #TheWhiteLotus pic.twitter.com/Oia2PRWODj In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter spoke on the nuanced role that ambition will play this season “What I like to emphasize is that behind the ballrooms and the clothes and the carriages these giant men with these enormous egos were doing things They didn’t share our generation’s sentimental view We like to spend about half of our day in tears for everyone having a terrible time There is something about their braggadocio that I find rather appealing The third season will hit the streaming platform on Jun giving fans enough Coon material to last the entire summer Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here carrie coon is the queen of HBO and she knows it! pic.twitter.com/a3PRzrBnGj The Year of Carrie Coon continues. #TheGildedAge https://t.co/HlkvZBHNP1 ITS CARRIE COON TIME https://t.co/9wa1K90C2S pic.twitter.com/8ADhH72u70 morgan spector is the biggest carrie coon fan! pic.twitter.com/kkM3Leu3Ou If you're a fan of Laurie from THE WHITE LOTUS, you should check out Carrie Coon's other work in THE LEFTOVERS, FARGO, THE GILDED AGE, and even WHAT IF...? She's a televisual thaumaturge. pic.twitter.com/kCYOAof7FW If you loved Carrie Coon and want more of her you should watch The Leftovers. 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Erick Taylor is the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette's high school sports coordinator and lead reporter for Division II He has been involved in sports journalism for 25 years This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette SUPPORT OUR JOURNALISM: Please consider donating to keep our website running and free for all - thank you Queen Letizia of Spain couldn’t contain her happiness as she got to hug her daughter The Queen of Spain has just arrived in Panama for an official visit but before the formalities got under way she had important family business to conclude Princess Leonor is currently in the middle of a six month trip at sea as part of her military training docked in Panama City for one of its routine shore breaks and the future queen of Spain found her proud mother waiting to greet her The princess was so excited to see her mum that she broke into a run to reach her as soon as possible The two hugged as Leonor made dry land again and Queen Letizia looked thrilled to be reunited with her elder daughter who left home in January for this part of her naval training had both shed a tear when the princess sailed off and there were more tears at this brief reunion which takes place around two months before the training trip is due to finish The Spanish queen had been waiting at the dock with the relations of other students on board the ship for the chance to say hello after so long apart She waved excitedly as the Juan Sebastian de Elcano came into view while the on board photographer who has charted much of Leonor’s training caught the first in line to the throne looking rather emotional at the first glimpse of her mum in months the two talked animatedly before heading inside for time together Princess Leonor’s naval training comes after a year spent with the Spanish army Once she has concluded her year with the Spanish navy the princess will train with her country’s air troops as she prepares to Please contact us for assistance Rain: 7am to 7am: .00  Month: 1.51 Year: 25.00 Recorded temps:  High: 68 Low: 46 Photo courtesy of Arkansas Activities Association For the second time in this state championship week a team went to Hot Springs undefeated and left with their only loss of the season De Queen’s girls captured the Class 4A crown on Friday with a 62-54 win over Pulaski Academy Shalyn Lyle won the game’s MVP award as she scored 11 points for the Lady Leopards Greenlee Elmore recorded 25 points and 11 rebounds for the Lady Bruins The Lady Leopards end their season at 35-1 Queen Letizia reunited once again with Princess Leonor in Panama far from the hustle and bustle of the port the setting was the legendary training ship Juan Sebastián de Elcano where mother and daughter gathered for a special evening Although the images from the Royal Household show an institutional and formal atmosphere a photograph has made everyone focus on the same thing There is an image that shows the great complicity and happiness of mother and daughter being able to share that moment after so much time apart abstracting themselves from everything else What has this photograph revealed about the bond between Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor and how did the reception aboard the Elcano unfold when she began this demanding training cruise with 75 midshipmen The queen's trip to Panama is not official Letizia wanted to be close to her daughter at a key moment in her development as a future Head of State Although she participates as just another mother her presence has been carefully followed by the media she was seen waiting for Leonor at the Panamanian port along with the rest of the family an emotional moment in which the queen appeared moved the future Navy officers continued with their study plan carrying out a series of activities on land Queen Letizia Welcomes Princess Leonor at the Port of Panama | Casa RealIn the evening, as is customary at most stops, a reception was held aboard the Juan Sebastián de Elcano. However, this time, the presence of Queen Letizia added a special component to the event although her main role was that of a mother accompanying her daughter The Royal Household has distributed photographs of this reception and it is in them that everyone has noticed the same thing Despite what seemed like a normal reception a photo showing the great complicity and happiness of mother and daughter has captured attention mother and daughter were practically inseparable and didn't stop smiling at each other a detail that already suggests the joy of being able to share time together The Reception for Queen Letizia on the Juan Sebastián Elcano | Casa RealHowever the detail that has moved everyone is a particular photograph taken during the reception It is a snapshot where they appear in the middle of all the attendees but their connection is so strong that they manage to abstract themselves from everything else their gazes crossing with an intensity that transcends the formal setting of the event This gesture speaks of the deep connection that exists between them of the joy of being able to share that moment together after so much time apart It is an intimate moment captured in a public context despite their institutional roles and the distance The Complicity Between Letizia and Leonor During Their Meeting in Panama | Casa RealThe evening on the deck of the training ship allowed the queen and the princess to share time together in a special setting attended the interventions of the authorities and chatted informally with the rest of the crew and guests The fact that this meeting aboard the Elcano coincides with such a special day adds an extra emotional component to the situation It is a gift for both to be able to spend this day together even if it is within the framework of Princess Leonor's military training In short, the reunion between Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor has left an unforgettable image Mother and daughter have starred in a scene that reflects not only the affection they have for each other but also the support at a key moment for the future queen Who said that protocol and tenderness couldn't coexist aboard a historic ship known as “The Soul Queen of New Orleans,” and the veteran Big Easy band Galactic goes so smoothly that it’s hard to believe they haven’t been collaborating for decades she recorded one song with the group in 2010 but this is their first full-length joint venture because the irresistible Audience With the Queen is a funky and thought-provoking delight Thomas boasts a resume stretching back to the late ’50s including such landmark recordings as “It’s Raining” and “Ruler of My Heart” (which Otis Redding appropriated for his single “Pain in My Heart”) And “Time Is on My Side,” covered by The Rolling Stones resulted in the classic rock band’s first US top 10 hit in 1964 Thomas’ voice is inevitably a tad rougher and deeper than in her youth she remains recognizably and resolutely herself — an anti-diva of rare poise and restraint who never oversells a song Audience With the Queen brims with love (and out-of-love) songs “How Glad I Am” is a sweet cover of Nancy Wilson’s 1964 hit with a strong gospel vibe while the thumping “Over You” tries to close the book on a bad romance “I got too much to do to be sittin’ here crying over you.” The stomping “Lady Liberty” unleashes a declaration of outrage as she exclaims “Injustice was and is the fuel that feeds the flame…There’s got to be a better way than this.” Thomas promotes positive thinking as the antidote to a world on fire In the exuberant “Where I Belong,” she proclaims “I’m gonna make the best of the time I still have.” And in the slinky groove of “Peace in My Heart,” she advises “You better just enjoy the ride.” Although Galactic’s ace players including keyboardist Rich Vogel and sax man Ben Ellman they focus on building a solid foundation for Thomas here providing tantalizing fills when the situation requires It can seem as if great artists pass away almost daily Audience With the Queen gives people the change to publicly appreciate some of these gifted performers when they’re still around to enjoy the acclaim Here’s hoping the Queen and her court book a return engagement soon Galactic and Irma Thomas’ Audience With the Queen is out April 11 By Archive on May 1 FRESH TRACK: Steve Bardwil Band – “Send ‘Em Love”Check it outSPONSORED BY Steve Bardwil Band Whether it’s due to land developers with pockets full of cash local residents complaining about noise pollution many circuits are operating on borrowed time Ten Tenths hosted a historic TransAm exhibition and a concours as part of its Heritage Invitational One of the driving forces behind the new track is a veteran in the space The Smith family has been in the race track business since Marcus’ father Bruton partnered with Curtis Turner in 1959 to build Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord Speedway Motorsports now owns more tracks than you can count on two hands from New Hampshire Motor Speedway to Sonoma Raceway in California The elder Smith developed a massive portfolio and Marcus is adding to the family legacy with Ten Tenths just across the street from Charlotte Motor Speedway The key word is “adding:” In just the past five years Marcus Smith and his team brought dirt racing back to NASCAR and revived historic North Wilkesboro Speedway his team will host a Major League Baseball game in the infield of Bristol Motor Speedway which is sure to set MLB attendance records Wheels started turning when Marcus visited The Thermal Club in southern California and thought he could bring something similar to the Charlotte area These race track country clubs are not a new idea but they seem to have taken off in popularity over the past decade—Monticello in New York Atlanta Motorsports Park in Georgia are just a few that have found success Smith broke ground on the property alongside Charlotte Motor Speedway President Greg Walter The turnaround was impressive—a tour of the property and a lap around the track make it tough to imagine how it was all assembled so quickly “and [we] live by the mantra ‘Exceed Expectations.’” Part of this project’s team included F1 veteran and two-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Alexander Wurz with input from other current drivers such as Shane Van Gisbergen transformed a rolling plot of land that was once used for NASCAR weekend camping and parking into a 1.7-mile 19-corner road course with multiple layouts The true test of the course came on Friday when the track was overrun with more than a dozen vintage TransAm machines orchestrated by NASCAR crew chief Ray Evernham and ’Cudas are a bear to wrestle around any circuit who piloted a rare Pontiac Trans Am Firebird it’s definitely a challenge to keep the front tires from burning off it.” Kauffman was also part of the Pro-Am event held later that evening Ten pro drivers were paired with ten “amateurs” in electric Porsche Macan Turbos to see who could notch the best lap time on track Jeff Gordon and his teammate took top honors the facility was bustling with enthusiasts of all ages at the Heritage Invitational Concours Over 70 cars totaling more than $500M were parked on the track and pit lane for public viewing and professional judging Rick Hendrick joined the party in style when he landed in a helicopter on a portion of the track and promptly delivered a champagne toast to the new facility and the team responsible for it Bruce Meyer earned the Chairman’s Choice Sport award with his 1979 Kremer Porsche 935 K3 and Frederick Fischer won the d’Elegance portion with his Ferrari 250 GT Tour De France With trophies presented and the first weekend in the books “The first thing that we do after this event is enjoy a track day with friends,” says Smith Beyond a personal playground for club members Ten Tenths will also welcome OEMs to host customers Concord is likely a familiar spot if you have an interest in motorsports This town just outside Charlotte is home to Hendrick Motorsports’ campus and will soon be the site of Cadillac’s multi-million dollar F1 facility There’s a General Motors tech center down the street and most of its teams are based in the area so it makes plenty of sense to add another race track to the Queen City And if there’s any indication that these private motoring clubs are here to stay it’s the fact that major power player Speedway Motorsports just joined the fray These high-end facilities may look and feel a little different than traditional racing facilities but their purpose is the same: to serve the need for speed As other tracks across America face an uncertain future any type of new raceway should be celebrated Some very nice pics here that capture the feel of the event rather just concentrating entirely on the cars A more photojournalist style rather than the usual stock footage look As though you’re part of the event vicariously Reminds me of some parts of ‘ Grand Prix ‘ where the cars are almost secondary in the background while still when viewed as a whole important I was all for it until I heard they used land that was previously used for fan camping and parking Nothing like making an exclusive club for rich folk in a place where common folks used to be able to gather to celebrate the sport that is based in the town… and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Sign up to receive our Daily Driver newsletter Your support helps make our show possible and unlocks access to our sponsor-free feed From Queen Latifah released her debut album World Cafe correspondent John Morrison talks about how that album shook things up been a male-dominated space — not just demographically but really came onto the scene and challenged that." Morrison talks about how Queen Latifah carved out a space for women in hip-hop and changed the way women were seen by the men in the industry he'll get into the legacy of that debut album This episode of World Cafe was produced and edited by Kimberly Junod Our programming and booking coordinator is Chelsea Johnson and our line producer is Will Loftus Become an NPR sponsor It is not uncommon for monarchies to hold priceless pieces of jewellery that enjoy special status: they don’t belong to any specific person decided to create a set of jewellery pieces to be passed down from generation to generation of queens.  the pieces should not be sold nor modified and she herself seems to have taken this rule very seriously; although she altered many jewels in her collection the pieces she made part of this group were barely touched.  the ‘joyas de pasar’ were born Literally meaning “jewellery to be passed,” this group of jewels was put together by Queen Ena and was not originally created as a parure.  The tiara is probably one of the most recognisable pieces It was created in 1906 by Spanish jeweller Ansorena as a gift from King Alfonso XIII to his new wife and both Queen Sofía and Queen Letizia have opted to use the Koch Prussian Tiara for their respective weddings.  contrary to other “big guns” (like the Bragança tiara in Sweden or the Empire tiara in Luxembourg) it looks a lot “airier”; it features a three fleur-de-lys motive The next item is a necklace made of “big diamonds”; its length has been altered various times during the course of the centuries to adapt it to different wearers but nothing else has been changed; the last person to wear it was Queen Sofía as Queen Letizia has never worn a huge amount of necklaces.  And so the second necklace hasn’t been seen in more than a decade The piece is made of 37 big pearls and was yet another wedding gift from King Alfonso XIII to Queen Ena.  The third and last necklace is described as “four strands of big pearls,” and it has been seen several times on Queen Ena The earrings were described as “a pair of earrings with a big diamond and diamonds around it,” also known as diamond clusters They were yet another wedding gift to Queen Ena and were used as wedding earrings again in 1997 when Queen Sofía loaned them to her daughter Cristina for her own ceremony.  Queen Ena said in her will (which is the document that created the ‘joyas de pasar’) that the first was a diamond brooch with a pendant that is a pearl called “La Peregrina.” However the pearl is not the real “La Peregrina,” and it has since been known as “La Peregrina II.” Queen Sofía has also used it as a necklace pendant in the past.  The second brooch is a grey pearl surrounded by diamonds Not much is known about the history of this particular piece but it has been seen in several of Queen Ena’s portraits.  the other well-known piece of the ‘joyas de pasar’ is two bracelets They have been a prominent feature on Queen Letizia’s wrist in recent years not only for big state events but also for moments that are special for her the bracelets were created by jeweller Bvlgari starting from a coronet/bandeau created by Cartier as an engagement gift from King Alfonso in 1906 – hence why they are referred to as being made by Cartier.  were put together by Queen Victoria Eugenia who pulled them mostly from her wedding and engagement presents she specifically stated that the jewels were to be passed down from Queen to Queen She seemed to have great trust in the restoration of the monarchy as anticipated by Generalísimo Franco as she was the last Queen Consort – her husband was deposed in the 1931 coup.  the Countess of Barcelona (wife of King Alfonso XIII’s son) wore several pieces of the ‘joyas de pasar’ before her husband formally renounced his claims to the throne in 1977 Queen Sofía has worn several pieces from the set and now they have made several appearances on Queen Letizia.  as she will be the first Queen Regnant ever to make use of the jewels; so far they have only graced the figures of Queen Consorts.  Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInDE QUEEN (KSLA) - Children and families in Sevier County are invited to attend a back-to-school health fair and school supply giveaway Sponsors of the event include the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office Don’t Miss a Single Sparkling Moment! Sign up for The Court Jeweller Newsletter The Court Jeweller Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World 04.26.2025 by // Leave a Comment Royal women from around the world were part of the congregation during this morning’s funeral for Pope Francis wearing pearls suitable for occasions of mourning and remembrance Royals and dignitaries from around the world converged on St Peter’s Square this morning in Vatican City for the funeral of Pope Francis who led the Roman Catholic Church from his election in 2013 until his death on Easter Monday the late pontiff was buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome both those who are Catholic and those who are not and most covered their hair with black veils largely restricting their choices to pieces set with diamonds and pearls These “white” jewels are considered appropriate for mourning Pear-shaped diamonds and pearls are often selected for these moments because of their resemblance to tears Among those gathered were the royal heads of state of several European Catholic nations. The King and Queen of the Belgians are pictured here arriving for the service. Queen Mathilde wore her classic diamond drop earrings with a pearl and diamond choker necklace. In 2022, she wore the same necklace for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London Here, the King and Queen of Spain arrive for the funeral service. With her black dress and veil, Queen Letizia wore one of the most important pearl and diamond brooches at her disposal. Part of the joyas de pasar collection, the gray pearl brooch belonged to King Felipe’s great-grandmother the British-born Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain Letizia appears to have simplified the setting of the brooch removing the diamond accents from the pearl drop The Grand Duke and Grand Duchess of Luxembourg were also in attendance. With her black dress, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa chose to wear a pair of elegant pearl drop earrings from the family collection And here are the Prince and Princess of Monaco arriving for the service. Princess Charlene wore a pair of stud earrings (pearls, I think) and her diamond engagement ring Also in attendance were the Hereditary Prince and Hereditary Princess of Liechtenstein who you’ll spot in the second row in this photograph Princess Sophie also chose to wear a black ensemble with pearls for the service There were several non-Catholic royal heads of state paying their respects at the funeral as well The King and Queen of Sweden are pictured here arriving for the service wore a long black dress with cape detailing on the sleeves and a modern brooch from her personal collection Sitting here behind the President of Italy are the King and Queen of Jordan (and behind them Queen Rania also wore an all-black ensemble with little to no jewelry and dark glasses and some photos make it look like it might be a different brooch.) The Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Norway were there as well was one of the most significant visible pieces Categories // vatican Enter your name and email address below to subscribe to our weekly newsletter Sign up for my new subscriber-supported community, Hidden Gems, delivered directly to you each Saturday! Copyright © 2025 THE COURT JEWELLER LLC Artifact Acquired: Joce's Belt BuckleStory Recounted: The Cerulean Expedition Brochu said it felt right for the first two days Elbi recounted feeling lost the whole time save for Day 4 where everyone had more spring in their step Throne of The Queen That Was Treasure #1: Artful Gambit Throne of The Queen That Was Rainbow Conch #1: Teal Chest reflects on her decades-long friendship with the "Queen of Creole Cuisine" My Aunt Leah had morphed from being a local-restaurant powerhouse into a national culinary legend I experienced a clear and troubling vision of a maritime disaster As I told my audience on the YouTube channel where I share my prophecies I had seen a ship – I believed it was likely an oil tanker – in great trouble ‘I feel as if there will be some sort of pollution,’ I told them the container ship MV Solong collided with the US oil tanker MV Stena Immaculate in the North Sea The crash caused the explosion of a vast fireball and the leaking of some 18,000 tons of fuel into the water It was yet another uncannily accurate prophecy which has led to me – an otherwise ordinary 71-year-old from Southampton – to be hailed the 'new Nostradamus', after the 16th-century seer who predicted the Great Fire of London, the French Revolution and both world wars. Others have given me a less flattering moniker: the ‘Prophet of Doom’. Whatever you want to call me, it is true that, in recent years, I have forecast some of the world’s most extraordinary events – from the Covid-19 pandemic and the death of Queen Elizabeth to Labour’s election victory and the attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump. And I feel compelled to share further visions I have received for our future, for it seems that the recent turbulence we have experienced on the global stage is far from over. Craig Hamilton-Parker, 71, has been called the 'new Nostradamus' after a series of uncanny prophecies I sense strongly that, in the next 100 days, our Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will be deposed and replaced by one of his closest allies: current Home Secretary Yvette Cooper. There will be trouble, too, for the Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. While I admire her greatly, I sense that her strength of character will not be enough to unify her floundering party with once-leading figures – even including Jacob Rees-Mogg – set to defect to Reform. These are far from the only dramatic events that have presented themselves to me. I believe that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be stripped of their HRH titles and, within less than two years, they will separate. Meanwhile, closer to Buckingham Palace, I believe that further scandal will engulf the beleaguered Prince Andrew, for whom the recent death of Virginia Giuffre will mark not the closure of a difficult chapter but the opening of another. I have had many other visions, but first it might be helpful to explain how I came about my gifts, and how they work. I was born with a sixth sense – not that I knew it as such at the time. Even as a child, I saw auras around people and could sense their energies. Growing up in post-war Britain, however, I didn’t have the language to articulate how I felt and what I saw. So I put it to the back of my mind, focusing instead on building a more orthodox career than the one via which I would make my name. I worked hard, and by my mid-20s I was running my own advertising agency in Winchester, with a roster of clients that included Esso and British Airways. I was also a single parent, raising my daughter Celeste who is now 44. Within the next 100 days, Keir Starmer will be succeeded by one of his current closest allies There will be trouble, too, for the Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who will lose a number of top Tories to Reform Then, through a series of extraordinary coincidences, I met the renowned British spiritualist Doris Stokes in 1982, who gave me a private reading. She informed me that I would give up my business and work as a medium – a term I barely understood at the time, even though I was speaking to one. I’ll confess, even with my own suppressed gifts, I was a tad cynical. But, little did I know, she would be proved completely right – and not just about my changing career. For Doris made a number of remarkably accurate predictions about my life – including the name of my future wife, Jane, and the date we would meet, March 6. On March 6, 1987 – a date I had all but forgotten until then – Jane Willis was in the spiritualist church in which I was giving a demonstration of my then burgeoning gifts. Doris had told me my wife’s name would be Jane Wallace which, it turned out, was the surname of her grandmother. I was tasked by the aforementioned Ethel Wallace to pass on a message from beyond to her granddaughter - the start of which was, literally, a match made in Heaven. Doris had also told me that Jane was a medium, and our coming together marked a turning point for both of us. Together, we decided I would stop working in advertising and dedicate myself to becoming a medium full time. Once I fully embraced my gift, events moved quickly. It’s no exaggeration to say I was overwhelmed with what I could do, and I have been on an extraordinary journey ever since, both metaphorically and physically. One such journey was in 2010 to Chennai in southern India, where I consulted an ancient oracle: a book in which the history of every person who visits is written. Craig was told by an oracle that he would move towards predicting the future in a wider global sense I know how crazy this looks written down. All I can tell you is that it was a mind-blowing experience. Between its ancient pages was written everything from my mother’s nickname to my ex-wife’s – information to which no-one could have been privy at the time. That same oracle told me that I would move towards predicting the future in a wider global sense. It was a suggestion that blew my mind at the time, as it was far from what I believed I wanted to do. But it triggered something in me and my explorations took me into the realms of Nadi astrology, a form of prediction with roots in ancient India. One of my very first predictions was in 2015, when I declared that Russia and China would come to form an alliance in the coming years. That observation has been born out today by their deepened cooperation and strategic alignment. Over the next few years I accurately forecast everything from Brexit to the pandemic – which I foresaw as a kind of terrifying global flu – to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. How do I know? Many people have asked how I experience these predictions, and the honest answer is, it varies. Sometimes it just comes to me in a flash, or in a dream. On other occasions meditation opens a channel to a vision. It is, to use a phrase from the Bible, like looking through a glass darkly: you see glimpses of things, and I don’t always get them right. That’s because, contrary to what many people believe, the future isn’t completely ‘set’. What I see is like a view of a map, but those walking over its surface may choose different paths. Funnily enough, people tend to remember what I got right, not what I got wrong, although I must say I do get far more of the former than the latter. Recently though, while I foresaw the resignation of the Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau, I failed to identify the name of his successor Mark Carney, predicting instead that opposition leader Pierre Poilievre would replace him. I do, though, feel confident about my visions for the future set out here, although I must beg forgiveness if they do not fill everyone with joy. The fact is that yet more torrid times lie ahead for us all, and certainly our politicians. As I set out above, the political map of the UK is set to be redrawn in the coming months – a redrawing that is already taking place after this week’s local elections. Within less than four months we will have a new prime minister in place as Sir Keir, newly mired in scandal, is forced to step down. There will likely be a new Conservative party leader too. I sense a split within the Tories, with many big names defecting to a surging Reform. In this, already, my predictions have proved valid. Just this week, I foresaw triumphs for Nigel Farage’s party in the unfolding local elections – with Reform yesterday making enormous gains and winning the Runcorn and Helsby by-election. In Chennai, southern India, I consulted an ancient oracle: a book in which the history of every person who visits is written There will be drama in the US too. Two days before President Trump was shot at while playing golf in Florida last September, I warned my followers on YouTube that his life was under imminent threat. I believe that will be the case again. I foresee Trump being shot at as he steps out of a car. Yet, he will survive, strengthening his allure as an almost unassailable President. There are mixed tidings, meanwhile, on the wider geopolitical front. Ukraine will continue to be a tinderbox with an imminent peace deal quickly falling to pieces and clearing the path for a new invasion through neighbouring Belarus. Further crises will also unfold in Taiwan, Iran and Pakistan. Yet, on one thing, our minds can be put at rest: the world will not see a nuclear war for many, many years. There is turmoil, too, for the Royals. I am pleased to report that King Charles will continue to reign for many years yet, even as he continues to battle ill health. Yet other controversies await. My visions tell me that the King will offer Trump a symbolic Scottish honour which, while not an official peerage, will stir global controversy and unrest among a public who feel he is undeserving. He will be outlived by his bride, Queen Camilla, who will come into dreadful conflict with his son and heir William after he takes the throne. This will take some of the focus away from King William V, as he will be known, and his admirable attempts to focus on mental health. Happily, his wife, Queen Catherine, will be a unifying figure. She will bridge the gap between the monarchy and the public through her empathetic approach and personal experiences. Their marriage will remain strong. King Charles will be outlived by Queen Camilla, who will come into dreadful conflict with William after he takes the throne, Craig believes But Catherine will bridge the gap between the monarchy and the public and their marriage will remain strong Alas this is not the case for William’s brother whose relationship will likely end within the next 18 months Harry – who will be formally stripped of his title along with his estranged wife – will make attempts to return to the UK Meanwhile Meghan will publish her own tell-all book with the word ‘mother’ in the title Not only are his days in his grace-and-favour home then by William – but he faces fresh allegations from across the Atlantic document or lawsuit emerging that reopens public debate and drags him reluctantly back into the global spotlight But Andrew is not to be underestimated: behind closed doors the late Queen’s disgraced second son is compiling a memoir should this article be brandished under my nose in a few years I will have good reason to feel vindicated While I never say for certain if my predictions will come true I imagine that fans of the BBC series Traitors may be interested in this one but I have a strong sense that Sir Stephen Fry will win the forthcoming celebrity form of the show The comments below have not been moderated By posting your comment you agree to our house rules Do you want to automatically post your MailOnline comments to your Facebook Timeline Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual We will automatically post your comment and a link to the news story to your Facebook timeline at the same time it is posted on MailOnline To do this we will link your MailOnline account with your Facebook account We’ll ask you to confirm this for your first post to Facebook You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. 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