Norway’s royal family is facing an unprecedented storm. At the centre is Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who stands accused of multiple sexual offences while denying the gravest charges against him. His case has intensified after a fresh arrest on suspicion of assault and threats with a knife, just as his trial continues in Oslo. 

Complicating matters further, newly released documents have revealed links between the Princess and convicted American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, drawing intense public scrutiny. While these are separate issues, they combine to create the most serious crisis the monarchy has faced in generations. 

From the dynamics of the courtroom to the wider implications for the royal family, Newstalk Daily explores how Norway is responding to scandal, legal drama, and questions of public trust. Journalist Lars Bevanger joins Ciara Doherty from Tromsø to break down the trial, the Epstein files, and what it all means for the monarchy’s future.