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Haakon VIII Is Norway’s New King After Father’s Death

New York Times 1 min read 3 hours ago

King Haakon VIII ascended to the throne after his father, King Harald V, died on Friday. The late monarch remained popular despite several scandals involving other members of the royal family.
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