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Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra attends the Nobel Peace Prize for the first time

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway has marked another major milestone, attending the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony for the first time. The future queen joined her grandparents, King Harald and Queen Sonja, and her parents, Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, for the ceremony at Oslo City Hall, where Venezuelan activist María Corina Machado received the honour for her work in…
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Norway's King Harald in moving commemoration as he joins Queen Sonja to remember those lost in war

The King and Queen of Norway paid tribute to all those lost in the world wars when they made a poignant trip to London. King Harald and Queen Sonja, both 88, took part in a special commemoration as they attended the Seamen’s Church in London. The Norwegian king and queen watched as wreaths were laid and then joined in prayers in memory of all those killed in the conflicts. It was…
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Queen Sonja of Norway leaves hospital after air ambulance dash from holiday

Queen Sonja of Norway has been discharged from hospital after a dash by air for treatment after she fell ill on holiday. The Queen of Norway, who is 87, was taken to hospital in Oslo by air ambulance on the afternoon of Easter Monday after developing shortness of breath. She was treated overnight before being allowed home the following morning. The royal court says Queen Sonja will now…
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Princess Ingrid Alexandra extends military service

Princess Ingrid Alexandra, a soldier in training and a future queen, has decided to extend her military service into next year. Private Alexandra, as she is known in the military, announced her decision to extend her professional training with the Ingeniørbataljonen…
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Norway's heir addresses controversy around sister's wedding

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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