POLITICS● LOW5d ago · Aug 29, 2026, 7:19 AM
King Haakon VIII takes throne as Norway mourns death of King Harald
South China Morning Post · western europe
Norway opened a new chapter in its history on Saturday under King Haakon VIII, after the death of his father Harald, a unifying figure who was on the throne for 35 years. A national period of mourning was declared in the Scandinavian kingdom following the king’s death on Friday at 6.35am, aged 89. Norwegians gathered on Saturday to say goodbye to the king in front of the royal palace, where he lies in state, with many well-wishers remembering his sense of inclusiveness and tolerance. Haakon,...
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