The trial of Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has commenced in Oslo, drawing significant media attention due to the gravity of the charges and the royal connection. Høiby, 29, faces 38 criminal charges, including four counts of rape, domestic violence, assault, and drug possession, as reported by multiple sources including Al Jazeera and BBC World. The case has been described as one of the most high-profile trials in Norway in recent years, with BBC World noting it as a 'tense trial for the royal family.' Høiby has pleaded not guilty to the most serious charges, including rape, but admitted to lesser offenses such as offensive sexual behavior and traffic violations, according to Tribune Home. The trial has been marked by emotional testimonies, with Høiby reportedly breaking down in tears during his court appearance, as highlighted by The Guardian and South China Morning Post.