EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 13 MIN
King Harald hospitalized as Høiby clashes in court and Jagland corruption case deepens
from Crown and Controversy Norway - The Trial of Marius Borg Høiby - Crown Princess Mette-Marit · host Caloroga Shark Media / Crown and Controversy
King Harald, 89, is hospitalized in Tenerife with infection and dehydration, prompting a palace update and fresh questions about succession, with Crown Prince Haakon next in line and Mette-Marit’s role poised to shift instantly if required.In Oslo District Court, Marius Borg Høiby grows emotional as he disputes Nora Haukland’s abuse allegations, admits heavy drinking and pushing incidents, but denies strangulation and key elements of her account as prosecutors move chronologically through the indictment.The trial is now behind schedule with high-profile witnesses expected.Meanwhile, former prime minister Thorbjørn Jagland is hospitalized amid an expanding aggravated corruption investigation tied to newly released Epstein files, after the Council of Europe lifts his immunity.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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King Harald, 89, is hospitalized in Tenerife with infection and dehydration, prompting a palace update and fresh questions about succession, with Crown Prince Haakon next in line and Mette-Marit’s role poised to shift instantly if required.In Oslo District Court, Marius Borg Høiby grows emotional as he disputes Nora Haukland’s abuse allegations, admits heavy drinking and pushing incidents, but denies strangulation and key elements of her account as prosecutors move chronologically through the indictment.The trial is now behind schedule with high-profile witnesses expected.Meanwhile, former prime minister Thorbjørn Jagland is hospitalized amid an expanding aggravated corruption investigation tied to newly released Epstein files, after the Council of Europe lifts his immunity.AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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