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Only two queens have reigned over Sweden since the hereditary monarchy was established in the 1500’s and both abdicated.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2023

For 3 years in a row, cool La Niña conditions have reigned in the tropical Pacific Ocean, suppressing the steady march of global warming.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 28, 2023

Only three other monarchs have reigned longer than 70 years: Liechtenstein’s Johann II, France’s Louis XIV and Thailand’s Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died in 2016.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2022

On Sunday, the Queen will have reigned for 70 years, excluding Accession Day.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2022

Charles XI., father of the famous Charles XII., was a most despotic king, but at the same time the wisest of the monarchs who have reigned over Sweden.

From Abb? Aubain and Mosaics by M?rim?e, Prosper