Norwegian King Harald V in very serious condition

Norwegian King Harald V is in very serious condition at a hospital in Oslo after his health deteriorated, prompting the royal family to cancel all planned events and gather at his bedside. The 89-year-old monarch, who has reigned since 1991, was admitted to the National Hospital on August 17 for treatment related to a bacterial blood infection and hemolytic anemia. Palace officials announced on August 27 that his condition had worsened significantly. The king's wife, Queen Sonja, and his son, Crown Prince Haakon, who has been serving as regent, have canceled all engagements to be with him.