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Erling Haaland announced his World Cup arrival in decisive fashion, netting twice in Norway's commanding 4-1 victory over Iraq. The prolific striker continues a remarkable streak of scoring debuts across Europe's elite competitions.
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Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 52, has successfully undergone a lung transplant to treat her incurable pulmonary fibrosis. The operation has boosted organ donor registrations across the nation.
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison after conviction on two rape charges and assault allegations spanning 2018-2024.