King Haakon VIII takes throne as Norway mourns death of King Harald

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Norway has entered a new era with the ascension of King Haakon VIII following the death of his father, King Harald, on Friday at the age of 89. A national period of mourning has been declared in the Scandinavian kingdom. Norwegians gathered at the royal palace on Saturday to pay tribute to King Harald, remembering his inclusiveness and tolerance. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store announced the transition, stating, "An era has ended. A new one begins." King Harald, who reigned for 35 years, was remembered for his love for his people, humor, warmth, and faith in them. His casket was transported to the royal palace on Friday evening.

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King Haakon VIII is 53 years old.

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Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store stated, 'An era has ended. A new one begins. The king is dead. Long live the king.'

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King Harald died on Friday at 6:35 am, aged 89, after a 35-year reign.

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King Haakon VIII has taken the throne as Norway mourns the death of King Harald.

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Norwegians gathered at the royal palace to remember King Harald for his inclusiveness and tolerance.

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Norway opened a new chapter in its history on Saturday under King Haakon VIII, after the death of his father Harald, a unifying figure who was on the throne for 35 years.A national period of mourning was declared in the Scandinavian kingdom following the king’s death on Friday at 6.35am, aged 89.Norwegians gathered on Saturday ⁠to say goodbye to ⁠the king in front of the ⁠royal palace, where he lies in state, with many well-wishers remembering his sense of inclusiveness and tolerance.Haakon, 53, takes over a monarchy hailed for its modernity and modesty but which has been beset by a string of recent scandals.“An era has ended. A new one begins. The king is dead. Long live the king,” Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store said in a speech shortly after meeting the new monarch. “We will remember King Harald for his love for his people, for his humour and warmth, and for his unwavering faith in us.”Flowers and candles are placed in tribute to late King Harald of Norway at the Palace Square in Oslo on Friday. Photo: NTB/AFPWell-wishers lined the streets to watch a motorcade bring Harald’s casket from Oslo-university-hospital" class="entity-link entity-location" data-entity-id="5237" data-entity-type="location">Oslo University Hospital to the royal palace on Friday evening.

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