Norway

Norway's Crown Prince speaks for first time since his stepson was charged with rape

The heir to the throne of Norway has spoken publicly for the first time since his stepson was charged with rape and said the matter is only for the courts. Crown Prince Haakon made his comments just 24 hours after his stepson, Marius Borg Hoiby, was formally charged with 32 offences including four counts of rape. The 28 year old, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is also accused of sexual…
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Denmark

Queen Mary of Denmark embraces summer look as she heads back to work after holidays

Queen Mary of Denmark is back to work after her summer holidays with a visit to a new counselling centre.  Her Majesty officially cut the ribbon at Headspace Tårnby, a new space that will offer support to 12 to 25 year olds. The centre will offer free and anonymous counselling to young people in order to reduce the barriers that they might face when seeking mental health support. She…
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Denmark

King Frederik moves palaces in preparation for autumn

King Frederik of Denmark looks to be happily enjoying his busy summer visiting several different areas of his country. He’s now back at Fredensborg Palace to enjoy time at home.  King Frederik watched the Changing of the Guard ceremony on his return. It takes place every Friday at 12:00pm noon; it finishes up in the courtyard where the new guard officially begins.  Because King…
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Denmark

Denmark's spare to the throne makes headlines after wearing T-shirt emblazoned with swear word

Princess Isabella of Denmark has made headlines after wearing a T-shirt printed with a swear word to a public music festival. Isabella, who turned 18 earlier this year, chose the top for a day out at Smukfest where she was seen partying alongside her older brother, Crown Prince Christian. And while media got very excited when Christian appeared to be there with a girlfriend, Isabella grabbed…
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