Norway

Crown Prince and Princess of Norway hold reception for volunteers

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17th November 2022
Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit have hosted a reception at their home, the Skaugum Estate, for those helping others in their communities. A total of 62 guests were present, from all parts of Norway. They all had in common that for a long period of time they have worked voluntarily and for free with various projects in their local areas. Before the guests sat down for lunch…
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Energy crisis leads to royal request for solar power

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15th November 2022
The ongoing energy crisis in Europe is also forcing royals to take control of their often large properties. The Norwegian Crown Prince and Princess are hoping to have their electricity bill cut in the near future, as they are considering installing solar panels on their home…
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Princess Martha Louise steps back from royal duties amidst controversy

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8th November 2022
The only daughter of King Harald V of Norway has given up royal duties amid ongoing controversy. Princess Martha Louise will step back immediately from representing her family. In a brief statement, the Norwegian Court said ”Princess Märtha Louise wishes to differentiate more clearly between her own activities and her relationship to the Royal House of Norway. The Princess has therefore…
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King Harald hands out important award

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26th October 2022
Norway’s King Harald has chosen to highlight one of Norway’s minorities, the Samsi people. The King has awarded the Sami language Prize, and this year’s Sami language prize was awarded to the historian Aage Agnar Solbakk. The prize was awarded during the opening of this year’s international Sami language week and the decade for indigenous languages. It was awarded by…
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Crown Prince Haakon visits special kindergarten

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18th October 2022
Queen Maud’s College for Kindergarten Teacher Education in Trondheim provides training for those working in early years’ education. It is a private college organized as an independent foundation within the Church of Norway. The school is now celebrating its…
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Queen Sonja concludes her Minnesota visit with church jubilee

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18th October 2022
Queen Sonja of Norway was in the United States last week on an extended visit to the state of Minnesota. The first part of the visit was dedicated to events related to Minnesota and Norway’s military and joint cultural cooperation. Her Majesty also attended a reception at the Honorary Consulate General of Norway in Minneapolis before attending “The Stranger” concert at the…
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