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28-05-2025
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Stripped of Their Royal Titles, King Frederick Makes a Surprise Move for His Nephews
On his 57th birthday this week, King Frederik of Denmark bestowed the Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog on his nephews Count Nikolai and Count Felix of Monpezat The ancient order of chivalry is used today to recognize notable Danes for their service or contributions to their country Nikolai and Felix had their princely titles stripped by their grandmother Queen Margrethe in 2022, just before she abdicated the throne King Frederik of Denmark may have celebrated his 57th birthday this week, but he marked the occasion by bestowing gifts on two of his nephews. On May 26, the Danish monarch presented Count Nikolai of Monpezat and Count Felix of Monpezat with the Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog. The presentation took place at the Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen. The Order of the Dannebrog is a Danish order of chivalry instituted in 1671 by King Christian V. While once limited to 50 noblemen, the order is used today to recognize notable Danes for their service or contributions to their country. The official Instagram account of the Danish royal family documented the occasion, noting,"As a result of the appointment, the counts — like other Danish recipients of the Grand Cross — must have prepared a personal knight shield. When finished, it will be hung in the Knight Chapel at Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød." Nikolai also took to his personal Instagram page, saying he was "very honored to have received the Order of the Dannebrog yesterday from my uncle on his birthday." Nikolai and Felix are the eldest sons of Prince Joachim, the younger brother of the King. They are Joachim's only children with his first wife, Alexandra Christina, Countess of Frederiksborg. The couple divorced in 2005, and Prince Joachim married Princess Marie of Denmark in 2008. They also have two children, Count Henrik and Countess Athena of Monpezat. Prince Joachim's children were originally also princes and princesses, also titled with "His/Her Highness." However, in September 2022, Queen Margrethe announced that she would be stripping Joachim's children of those titles, demoting them to "His/Her Excellency" and the count/countess moniker. However, the four children maintain their place in the Danish line of succession. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! In her unexpected announcement, the Queen shared that she wished to "create the framework for the four grandchildren to be able to shape their own lives to a much greater extent" without the responsibilities related to the Royal House of Denmark. In March 2024, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie gave an interview to The Washington Post in Washington, D.C., where the prince works as a defense industry attaché at the Danish Embassy. They admitted that they had "complicated" feelings about how the Queen's announcement was handled. "We weren't happy about the way it happened," Princess Marie said. "But it's a family thing. It's complicated." In addition to their titles, Joachim and Marie also shared that they felt their children had lost their given names. "It's their identity since they were born," Marie added. "So it's more than just what people see as a title." Regardless, Prince Joachim said in the interview, "We've moved on." They have also supported Queen Margrethe, King Frederik and other family members at various events since. King Frederik assumed the throne in January 2024, following Queen Margrethe's decision to abdicate. The former monarch was recently hospitalized, and cited her health as a reason for stepping down when she announced her plans in 2023. "In February this year, I underwent extensive back surgery. Everything went well, thanks to the competent health personnel, who took care of me," she said, in part. "Inevitably, the operation gave cause to thoughts about the future – whether now would be an appropriate time to pass on the responsibility to the next generation. I have decided that now is the right time." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
29-03-2025
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PHOTOS: Amur tigers share enclosure at Hogle Zoo for first time as keepers look to breed them
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Sasha and Nikolai — a pair of Amur tigers — now share an enclosure at Utah's Hogle Zoo as zookeepers look to breed the animals. 'Through years of careful planning, dedication, and collaboration, our teams began introducing resident Amur tigers Sasha (5) and Nikolai (14) for the first time for breeding season earlier this year,' a social media post from Hogle Zoo states. The pair reportedly came to Hogle Zoo on a breeding recommendation from The Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, an initiative that looks to maintain a healthy, genetically diverse population of endangered species. UDOT is adding new lights on traffic signals at several intersections — here's why 'Introductions began with 'howdys,'' the post states, 'meeting through mesh barriers–before sharing space in their outdoor habitat. Introducing any pair of animals requires thoughtful planning and preparation, but this is especially true for apex predators like Amur tigers.' According to the zoo, tigers often have 'spats' as they learn to share space with one another, exhibiting behaviors like 'swatting or roaring' to establish boundaries. Hogle Zoo's animal care team reportedly closely monitors these behaviors to ensure that any signs of aggression don't lead to injuries or even deaths. 'Our teams are fully prepared with tools like CO2 canisters, air horns, and other deterrents to ensure safety,' the post states. 'So far, Sasha and Nik show encouraging signs–vocalizing to one another, resting near each other, and demonstrating positive behaviors that indicates comfort in shared space.' The shared enclosure is a significant step towards breeding — a process that takes months of planning and dedication, according to Hogle Zoo. You can learn more about Nikolai and Sasha, as well as breeding updates, here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-02-2025
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ISU appoints two new leadership positions
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Indiana State University (ISU) has announced the appointment of a new Associate Provost for Online Education and Associate Provost for Student Success and Advising. Samantha Nikolai has been listed as the new Associate Provost for Online Education while Dr. Sean Wernert-Eighmy will be the new Associate Provost for Student Success and Advising. The news release states these new hires will go towards expanding ISU's commitment to expanding its online education. The new Associate Provosts will also serve as large components of the Academic Affairs leadership team. In Nikolai's new position, she will be overseeing the development and expansion of Indiana State's online programs and collaborating with faculty and staff to provide better virtual learning experiences. Nikolai comes from a previous role at the University of North Texas where she had a main role in transforming their online education. She is known for having created at-scale online undergraduate programs, including a virtual student union platform, that increased enrollment growth with hundreds of graduates. She also expanded the university's non-credit continuing education programs that led to partnerships with organizations like the Dallas Cowboys and Toyota among other accomplishments. Nikolai holds a in Education and Teaching from the University of Evansville and an in Higher Education Administration from the University of North Texas. 'I am delighted to welcome Sam Nikolai to the Sycamore family,' said Dr. Christopher J. Olsen, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. 'She brings a wealth of experience and an impressive track record of leadership in distance education. I'm excited to partner with her to define, refine, and expand the reach of Indiana State's online presence. Her work in program assessment, corporate relations, student success, and campus and faculty collaboration are particularly impressive, and her record and vision resonated with campus stakeholders. It's exciting to start a new era for Indiana State's online education programs.' ISU simplifies admission for students Dr. Wernert-Eighmy's role will revolve around creating a strategy to strengthen the quality of advising and support services for students. Dr. Wernert-Eighmy will also be assisting in coordinating university-wide student success initiatives and will chair the Student Success Council. Dr. Wernert-Eighmy comes from Colorado State University where he was the Director of University Academic Advising & Advocacy. While acting in that role, he provided planning, assessed, and oversaw university-wide training, outreach, advocacy initiatives, and advising technology tools. Before that, Dr. Wernert-Eighmy was the Director of Advising at CSU and before that served as a faculty member for Notre Dame's First Year of Studies. In his role at Notre Dame, he advised first-year students, directed the ND Ignite engagement initiative, and managed foreign language and mathematics credit exams, and worked as an academic advisor. He also contributed to the development of the curriculum as an adjunct faculty member in Owen's Department of Developmental Education. Dr. Wernert-Eighmy holds a B.A. in English Literature and Peace Studies from Xavier University, an in Higher Education from the University of Toledo, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. Dr. Wernert-Eighmy said, 'I am truly honored and excited to join the Indiana State University family. This is a pivotal time to support our students and positively advance student success initiatives. I am grateful to Provost Olsen for this opportunity and look forward to collaborating with the dedicated faculty and staff to enhance the student experience and drive lasting success.' Both Associate Provosts will begin their positions in mid-to-late Spring. Nikolai will be starting in mid-March while Dr. Wernert-Eighmy will join full-time a few weeks later. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
