Royal family

Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of the King Center, Welcomes King and Queen of the Netherlands, Addresses Historical and Systemic Injustices of Slavery

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월요일, 6월 10, 2024

King, CEO of The King Center, and daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, founder of The King Center, had the honor of welcoming King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands during their official visit to the United States.

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  • King, CEO of The King Center, and daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, founder of The King Center, had the honor of welcoming King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands during their official visit to the United States.
  • The visit continues the relationship noted in the book My Life with Martin Luther King, Jr., where Coretta Scott King traveled to Amsterdam in 1970 and met Queen Juliana, the grandmother of King Willem-Alexander.
  • Twelve years later, in 1982, Queen Beatrix, returned favor and visited Georgia hosted by then Mayor Andrew Young and Coretta Scott King.
  • The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (The King Center) is a 501(c) (3) organization established in 1968 by Mrs. Coretta Scott King.

IC-258888-S5L9

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수요일, 6월 12, 2024

The complainant has requested a file about Parliamentary annuities to the Royal Family listed at The National Archives but retained by HM Treasury (“HMT”). HMT refused to provide it citing sections 40(2) (personal data), section 41(1) (information provided in confidence) and section 37(1)(ac) (communications with members of the Royal Family). It upheld this at internal review. The Commissioner’s decision is that HMT is entitled to rely on section 40(2), section 41(1) and section 37(1)(ac) as its basis for withholding the requested information. The Commissioner does not require further steps.

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  • The complainant has requested a file about Parliamentary annuities to the Royal Family listed at The National Archives but retained by HM Treasury (“HMT”).
  • HMT refused to provide it citing sections 40(2) (personal data), section 41(1) (information provided in confidence) and section 37(1)(ac) (communications with members of the Royal Family).
  • It upheld this at internal review.
  • The Commissioner’s decision is that HMT is entitled to rely on section 40(2), section 41(1) and section 37(1)(ac) as its basis for withholding the requested information.

C.K. McWhorter Opens Conversations with Coutts Bank, Renowned for Their British Royal Connection

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수요일, 4월 10, 2024

McWhorter, esteemed noble & entrepreneur known for his strategic vision and innovative ventures, has initiated preliminary discussions with Coutts Bank, a prestigious private bank with deep-rooted connections to the British Royal Family.

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  • McWhorter, esteemed noble & entrepreneur known for his strategic vision and innovative ventures, has initiated preliminary discussions with Coutts Bank, a prestigious private bank with deep-rooted connections to the British Royal Family.
  • McWhorter recognizes Coutts Bank's historic ties to the Royal Family as a symbol of trust, heritage, and exclusivity.
  • "Coutts Bank's rich heritage and esteemed connections to the British Royal Family align with my pursuit of excellence and legacy preservation," said C.K.
  • Founded in 1692, Coutts Bank has a storied history of serving generations of high-net-worth individuals, including members of the British Royal Family.

Award-Winning Actress Hannah Waddingham Officially Christens Sun Princess in Awe-Inspiring Ceremony

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024

BARCELONA, Spain, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a spectacular celebration today at the Port of Barcelona, award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham officially welcomed the newest and most innovative Princess Cruises ship – Sun Princess – serving as godmother during a star-studded naming ceremony.

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  • The time-honored maritime tradition took place onboard Sun Princess in the all-new Princess Arena and Waddingham, alongside the ship's Captain Craig Street, joyously pronounced, "I name this ship Sun Princess.
  • Princess to Add Ship-within-a-Ship Concept to Sun Princess, Star Princess
    Prior to the Sun Princess naming ceremony, Princess President John Padgett shared a few details on what's ahead for the world's most iconic cruise brand.
  • Earlier this year, Waddingham earned a BAFTA TV Award nomination for her own Apple TV+ holiday special "Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas."
  • More information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com .

King Oscar and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Haakon of Norway Work to Improve the Norwegian Seafood Industry

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수요일, 4월 17, 2024

SAN DIEGO, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- King Oscar, the legendary Norwegian seafood producer, attended the Norwegian Seafood Summit in San Francisco this week, and worked alongside other industry stakeholders to improve the seafood industry. As part of the conference, King Oscar's US leadership team lead by Bjørn Nordvik, General Manager - King Oscar International, collaborated with the Norwegian Seafood Council, industry leaders, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Haakon of Norway on informative and productive conversations around further developing Norway's leading role in seafood sustainability and the securing the future of the Norwegian seafood industry.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- King Oscar , the legendary Norwegian seafood producer, attended the Norwegian Seafood Summit in San Francisco this week, and worked alongside other industry stakeholders to improve the seafood industry.
  • As part of the conference, King Oscar's US leadership team lead by Bjørn Nordvik, General Manager - King Oscar International, collaborated with the Norwegian Seafood Council, industry leaders, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince Haakon of Norway on informative and productive conversations around further developing Norway's leading role in seafood sustainability and the securing the future of the Norwegian seafood industry.
  • "King Oscar is happy with the progress made on important issues at this Royal summit," said King Oscar's General Manager, Bjørn Nordvik.
  • "His Royal Highness' attendance shows that the seafood industry is one of Norway's top economic drivers.

U.S. Polo Assn. Announces His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur, India, as New Global Brand Ambassador

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화요일, 2월 20, 2024

West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.

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  • West Palm Beach, FL, Feb 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh(Pacho) of Jaipur, India, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.
  • Sawai Padmanabh Singh is a member of the Royal Family of Jaipur and is the current Maharaja of Jaipur.
  • "It's an honor to be selected as Global Brand Ambassador for U.S. Polo Assn., a brand that is so popular and respected in my home country of India and so authentic to the sport of polo," said His Highness, Padmanabh Singh, Maharaja of Jaipur.
  • Global Brand Ambassador
    The scope of Pacho's role as Global Brand Ambassador is broad and designed to shine the spotlight on talented polo players and the authenticity of the brand around the world.

Message from the Governor General on His Majesty The King's Cancer Diagnosis

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월요일, 2월 5, 2024

His Majesty has always led with passion and he has always endeavoured to inspire others to create a better world.

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  • His Majesty has always led with passion and he has always endeavoured to inspire others to create a better world.
  • Two out of every five Canadians will be diagnosed with a type of cancer in their lifetime.
  • Seeing His Majesty acknowledge cancer so openly and publicly will hopefully encourage and motivate those who are struggling with their own treatment.
  • To His Majesty and to the entire Royal Family, our thoughts are with you today and always.

New Black History Month stamp honours trailblazer Mary Ann Shadd

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화요일, 1월 23, 2024

CHATHAM, ON, Jan. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, at an event in Chatham, Ont., Canada Post unveiled a new Black History Month stamp honouring Mary Ann Shadd.

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  • CHATHAM, ON, Jan. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, at an event in Chatham, Ont., Canada Post unveiled a new Black History Month stamp honouring Mary Ann Shadd.
  • An abolitionist, educator, newspaper publisher and lawyer, Shadd broke boundaries throughout her life as she fought for the rights of Black people and women.
  • Born in 1823 in Wilmington, Delaware, Shadd established herself early on as a dedicated teacher, writer and activist.
  • Her father, Abraham Doras Shadd, was active in the Underground Railroad and was featured on Canada Post's first Black History Month stamp issue in 2009.

Getty Images Signs Esteemed Entertainment Contributor Eric Charbonneau

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화요일, 12월 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images, (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, today announced an exclusive partnership with leading entertainment photographer, Eric Charbonneau.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Getty Images, (NYSE: GETY), a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace, today announced an exclusive partnership with leading entertainment photographer, Eric Charbonneau.
  • Tapping into his vast network within the entertainment, studio and film industries, Charbonneau is a renowned entertainment photographer based in Los Angeles, specializing in commissioned work.
  • His extensive archive will be available for license on Getty Images, including his collection of portraiture via Contour .
  • “Eric brings a wealth of experience to the Getty Images team and will help us continue to increase our differentiated content and unparalleled access at the world’s leading entertainment events,” said Getty Images VP of Global Entertainment Kirstin Benson.

Archer Is Set To Debut It’s Midnight Electric Air Taxi At The Dubai Air Show

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월요일, 11월 6, 2023

Additionally, Archer founder and CEO, Adam Goldstein, is set to deliver a keynote address as part of the show’s opening ceremony unveiling Archer’s plans to bring electric air taxis to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2026.

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  • Additionally, Archer founder and CEO, Adam Goldstein, is set to deliver a keynote address as part of the show’s opening ceremony unveiling Archer’s plans to bring electric air taxis to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2026.
  • Archer will also have a presence in Mubadala Investment Company’s booth, reflecting the two companies’ long-standing relationship.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231106955357/en/
    Archer's Midnight eVTOL aircraft will be on display the 2023 Dubai Air Show in the AAM Pavilion.
  • Archer’s Midnight is a piloted, four-passenger aircraft designed to perform rapid back-to-back flights with minimal charge time between flights.