Norway

King Harald’s touching tribute to Charles at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral takes on new meaning

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28th August 2026
There was a poignant moment at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in 2022 which showed just how close the British and Norwegian Royal Families have been for generations. King Harald V of Norway stood among the foreign royals gathered at Westminster Abbey as the congregation rose for the British national anthem. As the words of “God Save the King” rang through the Abbey, Harald did…
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Obituary: King Harald V of Norway, a popular king who reshaped his country's monarchy

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28th August 2026
King Harald of Norway, who has died at the age of 89, ruled his country for thirty five years and consolidated the monarchy’s popularity. King Harald was the first King of Norway born on Norwegian soil in 567 years. He was born at Skaugum estate on 21 February 1937, the son of the then Crown Prince Olav and Crown Princess Martha. He was the youngest of their three children. Harald…
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The latest details as King Harald of Norway's doctors issue concerning news about health of 89 year old monarch

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23rd August 2026
King Harald of Norway’s health has deteriorated over the weekend and his doctors have issued a worrying update. King Harald, 89, is being given antibiotics for a bacterial blood infection, days after he was admitted to the Rikshospitalet in Oslo. On Sunday night, his doctors said his health had got worse following his admission to hospital. He was originally kept at the hospital…
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This super stylish royal wore the coronation jewels of another queen to make a bold statement

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29th July 2026
It’s one of the most unusual tiaras in any royal collection and the Queen of Norway surprised everyone with a recent rewear. Queen Sonja’s unexpected diadem choice put a striking gem in the headline. Sonja is one of the most stylish royals around – perhaps no surprise as she was a fashion student before marrying into royalty. And her unusual jewel is linked to another queen known…
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