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Norwegian Crown Princess's Son Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

Oslo police announced charges against Marius Borg Høiby, the 28-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway and stepson of Crown Prince Haakon, on multiple counts including rape, sexual assault, and bodily harm. The investigation, which involved numerous alleged victims, has been ongoing since 2024, during which Høiby was repeatedly detained. Police reports indicate that evidence includes text messages, witness testimonies, and search warrants.

Høiby cooperated with authorities but maintains his innocence, with his defense asserting that he does not acknowledge wrongdoing in most cases. The royal palace stated that the case is proceeding through the legal system without further comment.

Høiby, who previously lived with the royal family, now resides separately near their estate. He has acknowledged past issues with substance abuse, and is currently presumed innocent until proven guilty. The case has sparked significant media attention in Norway, where the Royals remain popular.

Two Minutes to Succeed or Fail: U.S. Soldiers Intercept Iran's Missile Barrage

During a recent Iranian missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, 44 U.S. soldiers remained at their posts to intercept the barrage. With only approximately two minutes—120 seconds—to respond, Patriot air defense crews had to act swiftly to prevent the base's destruction. This

Europe Battles Heatwaves and Wildfires as Temperatures Surge Past 40°C

Extreme heatwaves and wildfires are sweeping across Europe, with temperatures soaring above 40°C in several nations. Authorities warn citizens to exercise caution amid dry conditions, strong winds, and the ongoing fire threats. Turkey has experienced a scorching heatwave exceeding 40°C, leading to multiple wildfires in cities like Izmir,

Hungary's Orbán Risks Losing EU Voting Rights, Says Ohryzko

Exclusive: Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ohryzko has warned that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government may face the removal of its voting rights within the European Union due to ongoing disputes. Hungary has been blocking Ukraine’s bid for deeper integration into the EU, pushing the bloc to

Local Efforts to Deliver Aid into North Gaza Met with Israeli Backlash

Recent successful efforts by local Palestinian groups to bring aid into northern Gaza have been met with renewed Israeli restrictions and violent looting by criminal gangs. Relief trucks, operated by Palestinian tribes, managed to safely enter northern Gaza for the first time in a month, prompting anger among Israeli officials

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Two Minutes to Succeed or Fail: U.S. Soldiers Intercept Iran's Missile Barrage

Europe Battles Heatwaves and Wildfires as Temperatures Surge Past 40°C

Hungary's Orbán Risks Losing EU Voting Rights, Says Ohryzko

Local Efforts to Deliver Aid into North Gaza Met with Israeli Backlash