King Harald of Norway is 89. He is very unwell. He is in hospital with a blood infection. His health has grown worse. The king stays in hospital. His heir is holding vigil at the bedside. The heir remains close. A princess who had been studying in Sydney has returned. She has joined the family there. She is now at the hospital.
Norwegians have been leaving flowers outside the palace. They put flowers at the palace. Anxiety grows for the king's wellbeing. The royal family has assembled at the hospital. The gathering of the royal family at the hospital makes clear how serious the situation has become.