Norway

Norway's heir addresses controversy around sister's wedding

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27th August 2024
With just days to go until Princess Martha Louise of Norway gets married, her brother has addressed some of the controversy around her big day. Crown Prince Haakon spoke to journalists about the issues that have arisen ahead of Martha Louise’s wedding to Durek Verrett. The two tie the knot in Gerainger in Norway on August 31st 2024. Princess Martha Louise and Durek Verrett will marry…
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King Harald and Queen Sonja attend military parade

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23rd June 2023
On a sunny summer’s day, the King and Queen of Norway brought smiles to a military parade as they took part in an annual tradition. The 3rd Royal Guards Company thrilled the public with their impressive drill demonstrations at the Palace Square in Oslo. As the crowd eagerly awaited the start of the display, King Harald stepped forward and greeted the guards with a warm smile, saying…
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How a chicken stew with King Harald got Norway’s Prime Minister into hot water

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16th November 2022
The Norwegian Social Democratic Party is facing a crisis. Since it came to power in 2021, its popularity has waned. Last week, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre was not present at Norway`s most important debate TV-programme when this was the subject for discussion. The programme received a lot of attention after colleagues within the Social Democratic Party argued against each other in a very…
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King Harald and Queen Sonja host President of Finland

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12th October 2022
The King and Queen of Norway have hosted the President of Finland at the Royal Palace. After several political meetings, President Sauli Niinistö of Finland attended a friendship lunch at the Royal Palace in Oslo, where King Harald, Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon…
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King Harald and Queen Sonja share energy saving tips as they discuss the fuel crisis

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1st September 2022
The King of Norway has been sharing his energy saving tip. King Harald, along with Queen Sonja, is are currently on a late summer tour. But while they enjoy sunny weather, their minds were on the future and the looming fuel crisis. Addressing the issue as they spoke to the press, they had a clear message – the crisis must provide a chance to learn and to change old habits. King Harald said…
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