IHT Quick Read: May 8

The U.S. considers Internet surveillance; harsh tactics in Nigeria; a Brazilian will lead the W.T.O.; and Aboriginal artwork goes back to ...

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SPAIN: Spain's royal family falling out of favour

France 24 May 13

Spain's King Juan Carlos is under increasing pressure to abdicate in favour of his son, Felipe. Last year's elephant-hunting trip to Botswana did not ...

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Charlemagne prize awarded to Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaite

Deutsche Welle May 09

Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaite has been awarded the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen for her contribution to European integration.

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Poll shows fall in Spanish monarchy's popularity

Charlotte Observer May 03

A government agency poll indicates the Spanish monarchy's popularity rating has plunged to unprecedented levels. Click to Continue ...

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The crown jewels are looking a tad tarnished

Thought Leader May 11

Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown, warned Shakespeare. And as it happens, 2013 is turning out to be a tough year for Europe’s kings and queens.

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King Me

Brian Palmer for Slate Apr 30

Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands abdicated on Tuesday, making way for her son Willem-Alexander to become the first Dutch king in more than a century.

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Small Auction House Makes a Comeback

New York Times Apr 29

Since acquiring the Hôtel des Ventes in 2006, Bernard Piguet has sought to reverse the fortunes of a business that struggled for much of its three ...

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