Norway's new King pays tribute to his late father, during his first speech

Norway's new King Haakon VIII on Saturday addressed Norwegians for the first time since taking the throne, paying tribute to his 89-year-old father who died the day before.

The new regent said it had been "deeply moving to see all the people, candles, messages and flowers filling up the Palace Square." Flags flew at half-mast on Saturday as scores of Norwegians continued to flock to the palace, adding flowers to the masses already on the ground after more than 20,000 people paid their respects Friday.

The late king enjoyed massive support, despite the slew of scandals that dogged his family in the final stretch of his 35-year reign. A national period of mourning has been declared. No date has been set for the late king's funeral.