King Harald of Norway is 89. He is very unwell. He is in hospital with a blood infection. His health has deteriorated. The king is still in hospital. His heir is keeping vigil at the bedside. The heir stays close. A princess who had been studying in Sydney has headed back. She has reunited with the family there. She is presently at the hospital.
Norwegians have been laying flowers outside the palace. They leave flowers at the palace. Concern grows for the king's wellbeing. The royal family has come together at the hospital. The presence of the royal family at the hospital makes clear how dire the situation has become.