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The Norwegian royal palace has announced that the state funeral for King Harald V will take place on September 9 at Oslo Cathedral, following a lying-in-state at the royal residence. Commemorative events are also being held internationally, including a gathering in Rotterdam.
Authorities are anticipating a turnout that will exceed the Oslo Cathedral's capacity for Sunday's memorial service, prompting extensive security and crowd management preparations.
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre was visibly emotional outside Oslo Cathedral, though the specific reason for his distress is not detailed in the headline.
It is Norway's largest and unique in a European context. Now the ceiling painting in Oslo Cathedral is to be saved from decay.
The Norwegian royal family left Asker Church after a service and arrived at Skaugum, while the court also arrived at Oslo Cathedral.
Work to secure Oslo Cathedral before Sunday's service begins as early as Saturday morning.
Norwegian billionaire Stein Erik Hagen was laid to rest during a funeral service held in Oslo Cathedral. The ceremony was attended by many guests, followed by a memorial gathering.
Sørgegudstjenesten i Oslo går mot slutten.
Lørdag stenges Oslo domkirke for å gjøres klar til sørgegudstjeneste og gravferd.
The family of Norwegian business magnate Stein Erik Hagen has issued a statement expressing gratitude for the support received following his sudden death, describing his passing as a shock. His funeral is scheduled for May 21 in Oslo Cathedral.