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The future queen who has to take second place to her younger brother in a different line of succession

She’s in line to be Queen of Norway one day, but Princess Ingrid Alexandra has to take a lower place in another line of succession thanks to different rules. She is one step behind her younger brother, Prince Sverre Magnus, in the line to the British throne.Ingrid Alexandra is second in line to Norway’s crown. Her father, Crown Prince Haakon, is first in line and she is directly behind…
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Queen Sonja touches down in Rome for exhibition

Queen Sonja of Norway has left Oslo for warmer climes with a visit to Rome and a new exhibition that showcases some of her country’s most famous art.The Norwegian queen visited Rome to see a new exhibition on Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. The Palazzo Bonaparte is…
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Prince Sverre Magnus joins his parents for rare outing

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway were joined by their son on the slopes this week in a rare appearance from the 19 year old.The Crown Prince and Crown Princess visited Vivil this week, an organisation that helps people with intellectual disabilities enjoy skiing. The athletic club has training grounds in Asker, Bærum, and Oslo where athletes can take part in…
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Queen Sonja released from hospital

After an evening spent in Lillehammer Hospital with atrial fibrillation, Queen Sonja has been discharged with a normal heart rhythm.The Queen of Norway had been admitted following a skiing trip where her heart rate was elevated, though the Norwegian Royal Court shared at the time that “The situation is not considered serious and the Queen is in good shape.”After Queen…
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Crown Princess Mette-Marit's Fashion Hits of 2024

Crown Princess Mette-Marit loves pastels, floral patterns, long sleeved dresses and princess gowns and she made sure to hit every single one of her style musts this year! As the curtain closes on 2024, let’s take a look back at some of her sartorial hits this year.
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Norway's Crown Prince and Princess lead their royal family's Christmas celebrations after difficult months

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway have been busy with Christmas celebrations this week as their family continues to weather a difficult time. Earlier this week, the Crown Prince and Crown Princess visited a care home for some festive cheer. They met with residents and staff members to learn more about their lives. The couple were also treated to a carol concert…
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