Harald's former servant: Haakon VIII will reign more alone than his father did

Tove Taalesen, who served as King Harald V's personal attendant for ten years and is a well-known commentator on the Norwegian monarchy, says new King Haakon VIII is prepared for his role but will reign in more difficult circumstances than his father. The royal family faces Queen Mette-Marit's illness, scandals surrounding her son, and controversy over Princess Märtha Louise. Taalesen identifies