Norwegian Princess Astrid dies days after attending King Harald's funeral

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Norway's Princess Astrid has passed away just two days after attending the funeral of her brother, King Harald. The princess was a senior member of the Norwegian Royal House and was present at the king's farewell ceremony shortly before her own death. Norway's new monarch, King Haakon VIII, paid tribute to his aunt following her passing. In his tribute, Haakon VIII praised Princess Astrid for representing the Royal House in a warm and dedicated manner throughout her life.

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