Norway will hold a funeral for King Harald V in Oslo on Wednesday, attended by royalty and leaders from across Europe and beyond, paying tribute to the popular monarch's 35-year reign. According to the Associated Press, Harald died on August 28 aged 89 and was Europe's oldest monarch. He is credited with modernizing Norway's royal house during his time on the throne.

Norway held a funeral for King Harald V, described by Channels TV as the nation's "grandfather." According to the outlet, the funeral procession departed the royal palace at 12:00 pm (1000 GMT), with the king's casket draped in Norway's red royal banner, topped with white flowers, and carried on an artillery carriage. The event marked the country's farewell to its longtime monarch, drawing national attention as Norwegians paid their final respects.

Norway's Viking Row celebration gained significant attention during the 2026 World Cup, particularly after Erling Haaland led the team to a historic quarter-final victory over Brazil. The celebration has gone viral, capturing the interest of fans and media alike.

In a surprising turn of events during the World Cup, Norway's Erling Haaland scored two goals, including a decisive one deep into stoppage time, leading to Brazil's elimination from the tournament. Haaland's second goal came from a precise pass by Schjelderup, allowing him to secure the victory for Norway.

The funeral of Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander convicted of genocide and war crimes by a United Nations tribunal, has been held in Serbia's capital, Belgrade, with state honours, according to Al Jazeera. Mladic was convicted over atrocities committed during the 1992-1995 Bosnian war, including the Srebrenica massacre. The decision to grant state honours to a convicted war criminal is likely to draw international criticism and renewed scrutiny of Serbia's approach to its wartime past.

A report from Global Publishers highlights Norway as one of the most developed countries in the world, noting that its wealth continues to attract global attention despite its relatively small population of about five million people. According to the outlet, Norway is frequently cited among nations with the highest levels of development worldwide, and the article explores what it describes as the secret behind the country's prosperity, linking its economic success to how it has managed its resources and growth.