If there were a war in Sweden, some areas might need to be evacuated. On Wednesday, a group of Gotland residents - and Crown Princess Victoria - got to try out how an evacuation would work.
SwedenThe ceremonial opening of the Riksdag was a break for the party leaders from the difficult situation over forming a government. In his speech, the King called for common solutions.
Swedish politicsScandals and Jeffrey Epstein connections notwithstanding, Norwegians seem ready to give the new royal couple, Haakon and Mette-Marit, a chance. Support for the monarchy is increasing, according to recent polls.
WorldRiis Church in Oslo was filled to the last row of pews when Norway said goodbye to Princess Astrid.
WorldScandals and Jeffrey Epstein connections notwithstanding - Norwegians seem ready to give the new royal couple, Haakon and Mette-Marit, a chance. Support for the monarchy is increasing, according to recent polls.
WorldKing Harald's funeral is over - now flags are raised and a salute is fired for Norway's new royal couple. King Haakon and Queen Mette-Marit and the rest of the royal family wave from the palace in Oslo.
WorldPrime ministers and presidents, princes and national team captains, queens and bishops - the guest list for the funeral of Norway’s King Harald V includes many famous and high-ranking names.
WorldA powerful volcanic eruption in Indonesia is forcing Crown Princess Victoria to change her ongoing trip to the country.
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