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    "body": "<p><strong>King Philippe of Belgium and his youngest daughter Princess El&eacute;onore of Belgium are celebrating their birthdays this week with the release of new official photos.</strong></p><p>The King turns 66 on 15 April, while Princess El&eacute;onore celebrates her 18th birthday the following day. To mark the occasion, the Royal Palace shared a portrait of the pair together in the gardens of Royal Palace of Laeken.</p><p>The photo recreates a picture taken ten years ago, when a young El&eacute;onore posed with her father among blooming daffodils. This new version offers a gentle nod to the past, showing how much she has grown.</p><p>Despite reaching the typical retirement age, King Philippe is not expected to step down. Meanwhile, Princess El&eacute;onore&rsquo;s milestone birthday marks her coming of age, making her the last of the royal children to turn 18.</p><p>The princess, who studies in English at the International School of Brussels, is known for keeping a low profile. She enjoys music and sport, including violin, skiing, tennis and sailing. Her future plans after finishing school this summer have not yet been announced.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><sup>&copy; VLAD VDK - HAND OUT BELGIAN ROYAL PALACE</sup></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>",
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