Norway Mourns King Harald V as Haakon VIII Takes the Throne
King Harald V's death at 89 has ended a historic reign, bringing a period of national mourning and the succession of his son, Haakon VIII, as Norway's new monarch.
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King Harald V of Norway dies at age 89
Ta Nea ↗Thousands mourn King Harald outside Oslo palace
The Independent ↗King Haakon VIII addresses Norway for first time
Expressen ↗King Harald's funeral set for September 9 in Oslo
Anadolu Ajansı ↗King Harald lies in state at Royal Palace chapel
World News CNA ↗Haakon VIII swears oath as new Norwegian king
BBC - Home ↗Norway palace declares mourning until October 9
The Hindu ↗
