https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-mourns-king-harald-as-new-era-begins-under-haakon-viiiContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-mourns-king-harald-as-new-era-begins-under-haakon-viiihttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/norway-mourns-king-harald-as-new-era-begins-under-haakon-viii#u52551Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:40:49 +0000Norway is mourning the death of King Harald V, who died at 89, with his son King Haakon VIII succeeding him. Tens of thousands gathered at the royal palace in Oslo to pay their respects. King Haakon VIII has made his first speech to the nation, honoring his late father.Why it mattersKing Harald V's death marks the end of an era for Norway, which has a constitutional monarchy. The new king, Haakon VIII, takes over at a time of change for the royal family. King Harald V reigned for over 30 years.What is confirmedNorway's King Harald V died at 89.King Haakon VIII succeeded his father as