Norway's monarchy is experiencing a crisis of public trust due to scandals involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit's past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and her son Marius Borg Høiby's conviction for serious crimes. Despite Mette-Marit's successful lung transplant, public response to these issues has been negative, eroding the institution's popularity.
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway has successfully undergone a lung transplant, a development described as "very happy news" for the royal family and the nation. She will remain hospitalized for several weeks for observation, a standard procedure for transplant recipients.
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 52, has successfully undergone a lung transplant at Oslo University Hospital following a significant health deterioration due to pulmonary fibrosis. She will remain hospitalized for several weeks.
Live updates from the World Cup, including Argentina vs. Algeria, Norway vs. Iraq, and news on Christian Pulisic's injury and a potential tropical cyclone affecting Portugal's opener. Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway beat Iraq 4-1.
The US is refuting Iran's national team claims of being forced to leave immediately after their World Cup match, stating it was the planned process. Meanwhile, Norway faces public transport disruptions after their World Cup opener, potentially stranding thousands of fans.
Thousands of fans in Oslo may be stranded after Norway's World Cup opener against Iraq due to a public transport shutdown before the final whistle. Limited services will run, leaving suburban residents with few options.
Erling Haaland scored in his World Cup debut as Norway prepared for their opener against Iraq. Meanwhile, France, with a brace from Kylian Mbappe, defeated Senegal 3-1. Oslo faces public transport challenges for fans attending Norway's match.
Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut, leading Norway to a 4-1 win over Iraq in Boston, with additional goals from Leo Ostigard and Kristian Thorstvedt.
Erling Haaland scored in his World Cup debut as Norway prepared for their opener against Iraq. Meanwhile, France defeated Senegal 3-1 with Kylian Mbappe scoring twice. Oslo faces public transport challenges for fans attending the Norway-Iraq match.
Norway's World Cup opener against Iraq in Oslo faces transport challenges, with public transport set to shut down before the final whistle, potentially stranding thousands of fans. Excitement is high for the match, Norway's first World Cup game since 1998.
Live updates from the World Cup feature Argentina vs. Algeria, Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq with Erling Haaland scoring twice, and updates on Christian Pulisic's injury status. A tropical cyclone warning is issued for Portugal's opener in Houston.
Erling Haaland scored twice on his World Cup debut as Norway secured a 4-1 victory over Iraq in Boston. Norway took the lead through Haaland, Iraq equalized, but a goalkeeping error and goals from Ostigard and Thorstvedt sealed the win.
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Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was sentenced to four years in prison by the Oslo District Court for two counts of rape, domestic violence, and other offenses. The verdict coincides with a scandal involving the princess's past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Norway coach Staale Solbakken criticized "hypocrisy" surrounding the 2026 World Cup, referencing Iraq player Aymen Hussein's seven-hour customs detention. Solbakken cited the host nation's political context, including its "war with another nation (Iran)", as hypocritical.
Yan secured javelin gold at Bislett Stadium, Norway, with a 67.11m throw despite 9°C temperatures and rain. Her opening attempt was sufficient for victory, with coaches opting to skip remaining rounds due to injury risk.
A Norwegian teenager, Johannes Natland, accused of traveling to the UK for a 'hit' job, was filmed pretending to shoot an arresting officer. He denies conspiracy to murder but admits possessing firearms and ammunition.
A Norwegian appeal court denied Marius Borg Høiby's release from custody, overturning a lower court's decision. Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, is awaiting a verdict on 40 charges including rape, and his lawyers argued he needed to be with his seriously ill mother.
Reigning World Champion D Gukesh must defeat Magnus Carlsen in the final round of Norway Chess 2026 to avoid last place, while Wesley So, Praggnanandhaa, and Alireza Firouzja compete for the title.
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has reportedly been hospitalized in Oslo. Accompanied by her daughter and husband, she was seen entering the university clinic. The reason for her visit is unclear, but she was seen with an oxygen tank. Her husband, Crown Prince Haakon, cut short a trip to Japan due to her health condition. Mette-Marit suffers from severe pulmonary fibrosis and is being prepared for a potential lung transplant.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un announced a doubling of nuclear material production in five years. Separately, a hotel fire in New Delhi killed at least 21 people, and an Australian court issued a restraining order against a man regarding Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra.
Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 22, has returned from her studies in Australia to be with her mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who is seriously ill with pulmonary fibrosis. The princess's return coincides with a man being banned from contacting her family due to harassment concerns.
An Australian court has issued a two-year restraining order against a 63-year-old man, prohibiting him from contacting Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra or her family. The man, who had sent the princess a card seeking friendship, was also banned from entering the University of Sydney campus.
