West Ham announce new No35 as seventh summer signing confirmed Edvin Austbo is highly regarded in Norway Evening Standard · Aug 31
A Norwegian farmer went to inspect an old mound in 1903 and uncovered a Viking ship buried with two women and hundreds of ancient objects On a farm near Tønsberg, Norway, a routine look inside an old burial mound in 1903 uncovered something that had been hidden for centuries. Farmer Oskar Rom had been examining the mound on his property at Lille Oseberg when he came across what appeared to be pieces of an ancient… The Times of India · Aug 30
Norway deploys anti-drone C-UAS system to defend air bases hosting its new F-35 jets from threats Norway has activated its first dedicated autonomous counter-drone system near Trondheim, protecting an air base expected to host F-35 fighters. TechRadar · Aug 30
UCI Mountain Bike World Championships: Tom Pidcock solos to elite men's Olympic cross-country world title Pidcock dedicates victory to Finlay Tarling as Charlie Aldridge makes it a British 1-2 Cycling News · Aug 30
Norwegians line up at churches for emotional memorials remembering the late King Harald V Norwegians have gathered for memorial services honoring the late King Harald V, who died at 89 The Independent UK · Aug 30
Norway's new king Haakon pays tribute to 'such a good dad' Harald Norway's new King Haakon VIII honored his late father, King Harald, in his first national address. He spoke with emotion while remembering his father's warmth and his mother, Queen Sonja. The new monarch pledged to uphold Norway's constitutional monarchy and democratic principles. Thousands of mourners gathered to pay respects to… The Economic Times · Aug 30
King Harald V death: Tens of thousands mourn as Norway enters a new royal era People have lined the streets in Oslo as Norway's King Harald V dies aged 89 The Independent UK · Aug 29
Norway mourns king Harald V as crown prince Haakon becomes king Norway mourns King Harald V after his death at 89 on Friday. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre joined officials and crowds paying tribute outside the Royal Palace in Oslo. Euronews · Aug 28
Europe's royal houses and world leaders mourn the death of Norway's King Harald V Europe's oldest reigning monarch, King Harald had been in hospital in Oslo since 17 August, suffering from haemolytic anaemia, a condition caused by an abnormally rapid destruction of red blood cells. Euronews · Aug 28
Meet Norway's Controversial New Queen Mette-Marit, a Former Waitress Who Must Win Over the Public After Her Epstein Associations and Son's Rape Trial The commoner-turned-queen has seen her fair share of scandals in recent years. Marie Claire · Aug 28
Norway mourns King Harald as Haakon prepares to take the throne Norway is mourning King Harald V after the country's longest-serving monarch died at the age of 89, with tributes pouring in from across Europe. His death paves the way for Crown Prince Haakon to become king, as the royal family faces renewed scrutiny over Crown Princess Mette-Marit's reported past ties… France 24 · Aug 28
Andreas Leknessund wins Vuelta a Espana stage 7 as Tadej Pogacar extends lead Norway’s Leknessund won his maiden grand tour stage ahead of teammate and compatriot Tobias Halland Johannessen The Independent UK · Aug 28
Vuelta a España: Andreas Leknessund, Tobias Johannessen solo away from Wout van Aert in Uno-X Mobility 1-2 on stage 7 Uno-X rider honours death of Norway's King Harald V with first Grand Tour stage victory Cycling News · Aug 28
Bulletin world briefing: Norway announces death of King – as surfer son takes the throne Norway announces death of King Harald V – as surfer son becomes new monarch Man who became Ugandan king as a toddler dies aged just 34 Ukraine is at ‘critical moment’ in war with Russia, warns ex-UK PM Ebola vaccinations start in Congo with virus still ‘out of control’ Scientists… The Independent UK · Aug 28
Marie Claire · Aug 28 Princess Märtha Louise of Norway Is Older Than Her Brother, the New King Haakon, But an Outdated Rule Prevented Her Reign The controversial princess might've been the late King Harald's firstborn child, but her little brother took the throne on August 28.
Cycling Weekly · Aug 28 'He basically gave me the win, I'm really proud and grateful' – Andreas Leknessund leads Uno-X Mobility one-two on Vuelta a España stage 7 Tobias Halland Johannessen was second, Wout van Aert third
International Business Times UK · Aug 28 Haakon Becomes Norway's King Amid Wife Mette-Marit's Epstein Links and Stepson's Rape Case King Haakon VIII takes Norway's throne as wife Mette-Marit faces scrutiny over Epstein links and her son Marius Borg Høiby appeals his rape conviction.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 28 King Harald V of Norway obituary Monarch who opened up the Norwegian royal family and its palaces to the public, and married a commoner despite his father’s opposition
Marie Claire · Aug 28 Palace Flags Are Flying at Half-Staff as King Charles Shares “Profound Sadness” Over the Loss of “Dear Cousin” The King posted a touching tribute to his family member on August 28.
Marie Claire · Aug 28 King Harald of Norway Has Died at Age 89, Leaving an Uncertain Future in His Wake Europe's oldest-reigning monarch passed away on August 28.
The Economic Times · Aug 28 ‘As far away as possible’: Why Norway’s new King Haakon once fled royal life for California Norway's new King Haakon VIII ascended the throne after his father's death. He once sought distance from royal life and its constant public attention. Haakon found freedom and a sense of self while living in California. His marriage to Mette-Marit brought him closer to public engagement. The new king now…
The Economic Times · Aug 28 Norway’s King Harald V defied royal tradition to marry the woman he loved. Here's their remarkable decades-long story Norway mourns the passing of King Harald V at age 89, a monarch who reshaped royal traditions over his remarkable 30-year reign. His commitment to modernizing the monarchy is reflected in his choice to wed commoner Queen Sonja, illustrating a shift towards greater inclusivity. As Crown Prince Haakon ascends the…
Euronews · Aug 28 Norway's new monarch King Haakon VIII: His life, role and challenges ahead Norway's monarchy dates back to King Harald Fairhair in the ninth century. When the country regained independence in 1905, three-quarters of voters backed restoring the monarchy in a national referendum.
International Business Times UK · Aug 28 Who Becomes King After Harald V? Norway's Royal Succession Explained Following His Death King Harald V of Norway has died at 89, with Crown Prince Haakon succeeding him. Princess Ingrid Alexandra becomes the new heir, marking a generational shift in the Norwegian monarchy.