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Obituary: King Harald V of Norway, a popular king who reshaped his country's monarchy

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28th August 2026
King Harald of Norway, who has died at the age of 89, ruled his country for thirty five years and consolidated the monarchy’s popularity. King Harald was the first King of Norway born on Norwegian soil in 567 years. He was born at Skaugum estate on 21 February 1937, the son of the then Crown Prince Olav and Crown Princess Martha. He was the youngest of their three children. Harald…
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Norway

Norwegian television airs special programme after King Harald's health deteriorates

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23rd August 2026
Norway’s national broadcaster interrupted its usual programming on Sunday evening to air a special bulletin following the news that King Harald’s health had deteriorated. NRK1 broadcast the special programme after the Norwegian Royal Court announced that the 89-year-old monarch’s condition had worsened over the weekend. The Norwegian King’s health has been closely…
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European Royals

Queen Mary returns to work with a special visit and surprising shoes

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20th August 2026
Queen Mary returned to work after the summer holidays on Tuesday, sporting leopard print flats and a smile as she arrived at Momentet. The Danish queen spoke briefly to the press before entering the Momentet building, saying, “I have been looking forward to being back at work and I have been incredibly happy to visit the children here at Momentet.” According to their official website…
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Norway

King Harald of Norway admitted to hospital and Crown Prince Haakon appointed regent

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17th August 2026
King Harald of Norway is in hospital after a surprise admission this afternoon during a medical test. King Harald, 89, was kept in for further tests and care at the Rigshopitalet in Oslo after his doctors became concerned about the side effects of treatment for a form of anaemia. In recent weeks, Harald has been treated for hemolytic anemia, a condition that destroys red blood cells faster…
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