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Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf puts his royal court into mourning over death of friend and relation King Harald V of Norway

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28th August 2026
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden had put his royal court into official mourning following the death of his close friend and relation, King Harald V of Norway. The Swedish king said mourning would be observed by his court and staff to the fullest degree on the day that Harald died, August 28th. It will continue through August 29th and be observed again on the day of Harald’s funeral &#8211…
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King of Sweden says there's one moment he feels old and it's not what you're expecting

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26th April 2026
The King of Sweden is about to turn 80 and in a rare interview he’s admitted there’s one thing that reminds him he is getting old. As Carl XVI Gustaf spoke to , he revealed that he really feels his age when he has to get busy in the kitchen. Ahead of his 80th birthday, he granted a rare interview to Svenska Dagbladet. And he told reporter Karin Thunberg that although he…
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Sweden's royals put family first after controversial week that led to big questions

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16th December 2025
Sweden’s royals have put family first after a week of controversy that flared up just as they were attending one of the most prestigious events in their calendar. The King of Sweden always presents most of the Nobel Prizes in a glittering ceremony that sees the royal family out in full force and in full royal regalia. However, this year’s event took place just as email emerged…
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Prince lined up for historic role makes statement as royals put him in spotlight

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15th September 2025
Prince Daniel of Sweden, set to become his country’s first male consort, has chosen to make a bold statement as his royal family celebrates him. Daniel, husband of Crown Princess Victoria, is celebrating his birthday and for the official photo marking the day, he chose to dress down in clothes with a message. The prince, who is turning 52, wore a statement T-shirt for his birthday…
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