The “American” King Dies
Following the death of King Harald V, the Royal News Organisation looks at his childhood in the United States and time at the White House….
European Royals
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…
A look at Norway’s King Haakon VIII
King Haakon VIII is now on the Norwegian throne following the death of his father, King Harald, on 28 August. Prince Haakon Magnus was born…
King Harald’s remains taken to palace
King Harald’s coffin left the National Hospital this evening, en route to the Royal Palace. It was a very emotional day for many in Norway,…
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…