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The Norwegian Emerald Parure Tiara

The Norwegian Emerald Parure Tiara is owned by the Norwegian royal family. The provenance of the emeralds is unclear, but the tiara is similar to…


OPINION: Haakon’s first mistake as King

Norway’s new king had an important job in his first week: show that the monarchy was a steady force during national mourning and signal that…


Royal Book News Week 36

*contains affiliate links* Royal Book News Week 36 – 31 August – 6 September 2026 Driving the Saudis: A Chauffeur’s Tale of Life, Liberty and…


Queen Anne-Marie of Greece turns 80

Queen Anne-Marie of Greece is marking her 80th birthday today. The Queen was born as Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark on 30 August 1946 in Amalienborg…


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….


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…


Introducing Norway’s new Queen

The future Queen of Norway was born Mette-Marit Tjessem Høiby on 19 August 1973 as the daughter of Sven Høiby and Marit Tjessem. She has…



The new Norwegian line of succession

With the death of King Harald V and the ascension to the throne of King Haakon VIII, the Norwegian line of succession looks different. Below…