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King Harald oversees opening of Norway's parliament

The King of Norway has officially opened his country’s parliament for a new year. Pomp, pageantry and tradition were all on show as King Harald took on one of his most important constitutional duties. The King of Norway, 87, was accompanied by Queen Sonja and their son, Crown Prince Haakon. They arrived at the Norwegian Parliament by car after a procession through Oslo where the…
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The princess who just showed being royal is a job for life

Despite the controversies swirling around the Norwegian Royal Family these days, Princess Astrid is showing how the commitment to duty is lifelong with a new message to one of her patronages she’s held since 1954. Over the weekend, the Norwegian Women’s Sanitary…
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Princess Ingrid Alexandra extends military service

Princess Ingrid Alexandra, a soldier in training and a future queen, has decided to extend her military service into next year. Private Alexandra, as she is known in the military, announced her decision to extend her professional training with the Ingeniørbataljonen…
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Future king and queen take centre stage at important diplomatic event

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette Marit of Norway have stepped in to host an important annual event on the Norwegian royal calendar. The Crown Prince and Crown Princess hosted a formal reception for diplomats on Thursday, an annual tradition for the Norwegian Royal Family. The reception is held for diplomats who have embassies in Norway. The location can vary, as it is…
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The controversial princess bride who is still causing waves in Norway

All eyes are on Norway this weekend to witness the wedding of Princess Märtha Louise to her fiancé Durek Verrett. They’re a controversial couple, to put it mildly, though their love for each other has shone through every scandal they’ve weathered (self-created or not). As they finally say ‘I do’, let’s take a look at the royal bride who’s always walked with a delicate balance…
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Norway's heir addresses controversy around sister's wedding

With just days to go until Princess Martha Louise of Norway gets married, her brother has addressed some of the controversy around her big day. Crown Prince Haakon spoke to journalists about the issues that have arisen ahead of Martha Louise’s wedding to Durek Verrett. The two tie the knot in Gerainger in Norway on August 31st 2024. Princess Martha Louise and Durek Verrett will marry…
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