Haakon VIII becomes Norway’s king, as Crown Prince Haakon ascends amid a turbulent royal moment. Oslo Cathedral, the Church of Norway’s Diocese of Oslo seat and downtown parish church, anchors the city’s religious life.
King Harald V has died at Oslos National Hospital and his son, Crown Prince Haakon, has acceded as King Haakon VIII. The succession has raised immediate questions about the monarchys popularity after recent scandals involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit and the conviction of her son. Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra is now heir.