Norway

Norway's King Harald receives poignant birthday gift

King Harald of Norway marked his birthday this week on 21 February. To celebrate the occasion, the King was gifted a very special present from all the workers at the Royal Court. In March 2022, while touring the exhibit “The King’s Cars,” King Harald inquired about the current whereabouts of his first motorcycle. For his 16th birthday in 1953, then Prince Harald was gifted…
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Norway

Why we didn't see the King of Norway on his birthday

King Harald of Norway, one of the longest-reigning monarchs in the world, turned 86-years-old on 21 February 2023. The King, who has been on the throne for over 30 years, is known for his role as a creator of unity and a unifying force in Norway. His birthday was celebrated…
Sweden

King Carl Gustaf is "grateful for Swedish healthcare"

King Carl XVI Gustaf is “grateful for Swedish healthcare” after his successful heart operation. The Head of the Information Department at the Royal Court, Margareta Thorgren, told Svenskdam that they would not reveal the full details of his procedure while he is in the hospital. She said: “The King is doing well and feels grateful for Swedish healthcare. He remains in…
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Sweden

Swedish royals issue health update after King Carl XVI Gustaf undergoes heart surgery

The Swedish Royal Household has confirmed that the planned heart surgery for King Carl XVI Gustaf has gone successfully The King was operated on during the morning of February 20th 2023. In a brief update, the Swedish court said that King Carl Gustaf underwent ”surgical procedure with catheter technology in the heart area.” The operation went according to plan and the King is…
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Denmark

Queen Margrethe recalls Putin's 'cold eyes' in new interview

In a new interview with Danish broadsheet, Weekendavisen, Queen Margrethe revealed everything from her thoughts on Russian President Vladimir Putin to the decision to strip titles from her grandchildren. The Danish Queen—who will undergo back surgery later this month—sat for a wide-ranging interview with the newspaper’s editor-in-chief, Martin Krasnik, at Amalienborg. The subject…
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