# Hoiby Verdict Shakes Norwegian Royalty

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-06-15T01:24:23+00:00
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Marius Borg Hoiby, stepson of Norway’s Crown Prince Haakon, stands trial today on forty charges including rape, domestic violence, and drug possession, with the prosecution seeking over seven years in prison. While Hoiby admits to minor offenses, he denies the most serious allegations, sparking national outrage and exposing intimate details of his addiction and alleged assaults—including one at the royal family home. The trial has shaken public trust in the monarchy, though support has slightly rebounded amid growing media focus on Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s critical health crisis and upcoming lung transplant. Today’s verdict marks the end of a high-stakes drama that has forced Norwegians to confront the private struggles hidden behind royal privilege. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e73c23e88bc7bdae

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