Haakon VIII of Norway· World · 20 sources · Sep 11, 2026StoryPrincess Astrid Dies at 94 After King’s FuneralNorway’s Princess Astrid, 94, has died, two days after attending the state funeral of her brother King Harald V, with the royal palace noting her passing and the family expressing gratitude for her warmth and duty. The royal family and palace tributes highlighted her long service to the Crown, including her role in representing the Royal House and her support for Harald and the family during a period of mourning.World· Sep 11, 2026+170CommentShareWrite a comment…
Haakon VIII of Norway· World · 12 sources · Aug 28, 2026StoryNorway's King Harald V Dies; Haakon Becomes KingKing Harald V of Norway has died at 89, triggering the automatic succession of his son Haakon as king, amid a period of renewed scrutiny over the royal family. The death also follows controversy surrounding Queen Mette-Marit’s past correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, which has intensified public debate around the monarchy.World· Aug 28, 2026+90CommentShareWrite a comment…
Haakon VIII of Norway· World · 9 sources · Aug 23, 2026StoryNorway's King Harald V health deteriorates in hospitalNorway’s 89-year-old King Harald V is hospitalized in Oslo with health deteriorating over the weekend due to anaemia and a bacterial infection, with doctors confirming he’s received antibiotics and is stable after showing improvement. The Royal Court says Haakon is acting as regent as the monarch remains in hospital, with planned duties scaled back and ongoing updates about his condition reflecting concern but stability.World· Aug 23, 2026+60CommentShareWrite a comment…
