From festival rebel to queen: Mette-Marits remarkable rise
#Norway #QueenMetteMaritMette-Marit rose from single mother to Norway's Queen, facing scandals from Epstein emails, her son's rape conviction, and health battles. Despite public scrutiny, she endured with warmth, becoming a symbol of resilience in the monarchy. read more
Norways King Harald hospitalized with bacterial infection
#KingHarald #NorwayKing Harald of Norway, 89, remains hospitalized after his health deteriorated; he's responding to antibiotics for a blood infection. Crown Prince Haakon serves as regent. The monarch has faced recent health challenges, including pacemaker surgery. read more
King Harald hospitalized for blood disorder treatment
#Norway #KingHaraldKing Harald of Norway, 89, was hospitalized for fluid accumulation from hemolytic anemia treatment. He remains on sick leave, with Crown Prince Haakon serving as regent. This follows recent health issues, including a pacemaker and skin infection. read more
Norway Welcomes Haaland Home After Historic World Cup Run
#Norway #HaalandNorway gave Erling Haaland and his teammates a heroes' welcome in Oslo after reaching their first World Cup quarterfinals. Thousands celebrated with a Viking Row led by Crown Prince Haakon, an open-top bus parade, and military jet escort. read more
Haaland’s Double Sends Norway to Historic Quarterfinal
#Norway #WorldCupErling Haaland scored twice to lead Norway past Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup round of 16, calling it the nation's greatest game. The win marks Norway's first knockout victory ever, advancing to a quarterfinal against Mexico or England. read more
Haaland double sends Norway past Brazil
#WorldCup #NorwayErling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals. The striker's brace tied him with Messi and Mbappé for the Golden Boot lead. Norway's tactical adjustments and superior organization proved decisive, ending Brazil's earliest World Cup exit in 36 years. read more
Haaland Ends 28-Year World Cup Drought for Norway
#WorldCup2026 #NorwayErling Haaland fulfilled his World Cup dream by helping Norway qualify for the 2026 tournament, their first in 28 years. The Manchester City star scored 16 goals in qualifying, ending years of near-misses. He aims to inspire a new generation of Norwegian fans. read more
Second Chinese national arrested in Norway for espionage
#Espionage #NorwayNorwegian authorities arrested a second Chinese citizen this month on espionage suspicions. The man faces accusations of attempted illegal intelligence activities in Nordland. He was remanded for four weeks. Norway considers Chinese and Russian intelligence services its primary espionage threats. read more
King Harald Hospitalized in Spain
#Norway #RoyalHealthKing Harald of Norway, 89, was hospitalized in Tenerife during a winter vacation. He is being treated for an infection and dehydration but is in good condition. His personal physician is en route for further assessment. read more
Norwegian Ambassador Quits Over Epstein Ties
#Norway #JeffreyEpsteinNorwegian ambassador Mona Juul resigns amid scrutiny over contacts with Jeffrey Epstein. The Foreign Ministry called it a "serious lapse in judgment." An investigation continues into her and her husband's ties to the convicted sex offender. read more
Norway's Royal Scandal: Crown Princess' Son Faces Rape Accusation
#Norway #RoyalFamilyMarius Borg Hoiby, son of Norway's crown princess, appeared in court for a closed-door hearing challenging preventive detention in a rape case. His lawyer claims innocence amid accusations of violence and drug use. The case highlights domestic violence issues. read more
Norwegian royal's son arrested on rape suspicion in Oslo
#Norway #RoyaltyMarius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on suspicion of rape, living with the royal couple. He faces multiple preliminary charges, including previously being detained for bodily harm and criminal damage. read more
Norwegian authorities drop case against wealthy man in wife's disappearance
#Norway #TomHagenNorwegian police close the case against property mogul Tom Hagen over his wife's disappearance, an incident that captivated the country. Hagen, a wealthy figure, was initially arrested but released due to lack of evidence. The investigation involved extensive efforts, yet no ties to Hagen were found. read more
Norwegian authorities clear real estate tycoon in wife's disappearance case
#Norway #MurderCaseNorwegian police have dropped the case against a real estate tycoon suspected in his wife's disappearance almost six years ago, citing lack of evidence. Tom Hagen, initially arrested, has been cleared of involvement as investigations continue. read more
Norway Considers Border Fence Along Russia Amid Security Concerns
#Norway #RussiaBorderFenceNorway plans to build a border fence with Russia, following Finland's example, to prevent migrants being used in 'hybrid warfare' by Moscow. The fence will contain sensors for better detection, and Norway is considering other security measures in the Arctic. read more
Golden Eagle Attacks in Norway Spark Concern Among Residents
#Norway #GoldenEagleA toddler in Norway was left with stitches after a golden eagle attack, believed to be the bird's fourth in a week. An ornithologist suggested the bird had a behavioral disorder. The attacks left multiple victims needing stitches and medication. read more
Russian Espionage Suspect Avoids Trial in Norway through Prisoner Swap
#Norway #RussiaNorway is unlikely to prosecute a Russian citizen arrested in 2022 on espionage charges, part of a prisoner swap between Russia and the US. The senior prosecutor stated that pursuing the trial is no longer in the public interest. -USswap read more
Norway's Princess Mette-Marit's Son Arrested in Oslo Scuffle
#Norway #RoyalArrestThe stepson of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, Marius Borg Høiby, was arrested in Oslo for causing bodily harm and criminal damage. He is the son of Mette-Marit from a previous relationship and has no royal title. read more
#Norway #Preikestolen
A man in his 40s died after falling from Norway's well-known Preikestolen, resembling the 'Mission Impossible' movie cliff. The incident was considered an accidental fall, with witnesses noting he slipped. Preikestolen is a popular tourist spot, attracting many visitors yearly. read more
#Norway #Palestine
Norway hands diplomatic recognition papers to the Palestinian prime minister in Brussels, sparking outrage from Israel. Ireland and Spain join in the move to recognize a Palestinian state, amidst ongoing conflict in the Middle East. read more