King Olav’s Gift Tiara
This tiara was presented to Princess Märtha Louise of Norway on her 18th birthday by her grandfather, King Olav V of Norway. It has since…
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King of Bhutan offers prayers for King Harald
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan has offered prayers for the late King Harald V of Norway. The King of Bhutan was joined by his…
King Haakon to hold speech in honour of father
King Haakon VIII of Norway will deliver a memorial speech for his father, King Harald. The speech will be broadcast today, Saturday, August 29, at…
Queen Mette-Marit and Prince Sverre Magnus greet crowd outside palace
Queen Mette-Marit of Norway and Prince Sverre Magnus have greeted people waiting outside the Royal Palace in Oslo. People had been placing flowers and cards…
Prince Georg of Liechtenstein engaged
The Hereditary Prince and Princess of Liechtenstein have announced the engagement of their second son, Prince Georg, to Princess Maria-Nives von der Leyen. Their wedding…
King Haakon to take oath before parliament on Tuesday
The new King Haakon VIII of Norway will take the oath before the Storting on Tuesday. The President of the Storting, Masud Gharahkhani, confirmed this…
King Harald’s coffin to be transported to royal palace
King Harald’s coffin will be transported to the royal palace in Oslo this evening. The coffin will be followed by King Haakon, Queen Mette-Marit, Crown…
Mosques across Norway to mark King Harald’s passing
Mosques across Norway will mark King Harald’s passing. King Harald was the first Norwegian king to visit a mosque, and he worked against prejudices. King…
World Wildlife Fund pays tribute to King Harald
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has paid tribute to King Harald. Karoline Andaur, Secretary General of the WWF, said, “It is with great sadness that…
Church of Norway opens its doors
The Church of Norway is opening its doors all over the country following the death of King Harald V. Everyone is welcome to light a…