On Wednesday, Crown Prince Haakon of
Norway digitally met with four young people with learning
disabilities to learn about the challenges they face. About five
percent of people have dyslexia, and just as many have dyscalculia
and other specific language difficulties. In the meeting, His Royal
Highness said: “It’s not about intelligence at all. It is a
disability. If we can manage to…
King Harald's sick leave is extended until March
15th February 2021
King Harald of Norway`s sick leave is
extended until March, the Norwegian Royal Court has announced. The
king is still in recovery after the operation for a torn tendon
above the knee two weeks ago. The Royal Court has stated that the
doctors recommend further…
Crown Princess Mette Marit on first solo event in almost a year
15th February 2021
On Sunday last week, Crown Princess Mette
Marit shared some news in a fresh post on Instagram. She confirmed
that she has been a guest in a well-known Norwegian podcast. This
is the Crown Princess’ very first assignment alone in almost a
year. The last time the Crown…
In an interview with TV2, Princess Märtha
Louise of Norway talked about her former husband’s suicide on
Christmas Day 2019. The news of Ari Behn’s death shook the whole of
Norway. It was already known that The Royal Family received the
news while celebrating at the royal lodge of Kongsseteren in
Holmenkollen. But only now has Märtha Louise revealed how she
received the…
Princess Märtha Louise is considering moving to the United States after shaman boyfriend feels mistreated in Norway
9th February 2021
Princess Märtha Louise of Norway says
that she is considering moving to the United States. She says that
the reason is that her boyfriend, the American shaman Durek
Verrett, feels badly treated and no longer wants to settle in
Norway. This is stated by the Princess in an…
Crown Prince Haakon celebrates Sámi-people's day
8th February 2021
Sunday 6 February marked Sámi people’s
day. Crown Prince Regent Haakon marked the day with a digital
greeting to all Norwegian Sámi and those who are part of the Sámi
culture and have indigenous ancestors. His Royal Highness said:
“Dear all, Lihkku beivviin!
Crown Prince Haakon celebrates the 125th anniversary of the Norwegian Farmers' Association
8th February 2021
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Regent
Haakon of Norway has sent a digital greeting to the Norwegian
Farmers’ Association, thanking the organisation for 125 years of
protecting Norwegian agriculture and suitable working conditions
for farmers. In his message, Crown Prince Haakon emphasised his
thanks to the association for providing short-haul food of high
quality during the pandemic and…
King Harald and Queen Sonja have received
the second and final dose of coronavirus vaccine. The Royal Court
presented the news in a short statement to the state TV channel
NRK, which reported it on February 4th 2021. The following
statement was made to NRK: “King…
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway has met
four Norwegian sailors on board ships around the world in a digital
chat to show his support for their ongoing work. His Royal Highness
wanted to thank the many Norwegian sailors who work every day to
ensure that essential goods are…
King Harald recovering well following surgery
31st January 2021
King Harald V of Norway is doing well
following an operation to repair a tendon in one of his knees. The
King is recovering in hospital in Oslo. Harald, who will turn 84 in
just a few days’ time, underwent the procedure on the morning of
January 30th 2021. Soon afterwards, the Royal Court issued a
statement saying ”His Majesty the King’s operation at
Rikshospitalet was…

