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Norwegian Hypocrisy Described in a Book: "Climate Heroes, Yet Building Wealth on Oil"
23.10.2025 15:05Swedish investigative journalist Lisa Röstlund undertakes an in-depth analysis of Norway's oil industry in her book entitled "Norgesparadokset". The publication raises the question of how a country that has built much of its prosperity on oil and gas can simultaneously present itself as a leader ...Show more
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Weather Breakdown in Norway. Authorities Convene Emergency Meeting
23.10.2025 14:50Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall and an increased risk of landslides and flooding along Norway’s southern and eastern coasts. In response to the worsening weather conditions, local authorities have convened an emergency crisis meeting. Warnings also extend to northern regions, where ...Show more
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Norway to Follow the US? Teachers Learn How to Protect Children from School Shootings
22.10.2025 15:54Mandatory training in the PLIVO procedure (pågående livstruende vold – ongoing life-threatening violence) has been introduced for all school staff in Oslo. The course aims to strengthen the readiness of institutions for situations involving violence with weapons or other forms of immediate ...Show more
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Has Norway Overindulged in Electric Cars? Popular Models to Become Much More Expensive
22.10.2025 15:11The Norwegian government is planning further tax changes that will make many popular electric car models significantly more expensive in the coming years. According to data published by the E24 portal, the biggest price increases will affect models such as the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4. ...Show more
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How to Check Your Credit Score in Norway by Yourself?
22.10.2025 00:00Creditworthiness, known in Norwegian as kredittscore, is one of the most important indicators in the financial system. It is based on this score that the bank decides whether to grant you a loan, credit card, or mortgage—and on what terms. Therefore, it’s worth knowing how to check your financial ...Show more
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No Benefits? No Scholarship. New Proposal from the Progress Party
21.10.2025 15:12Simen Velle, a representative of the Progress Party (FrP), wants a partial reduction of scholarships in Norway. Students whose fields of study are considered "socially unprofitable" would lose funding. The list of such specializations would be determined by labor market stakeholders. Show more
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White Winter Arrives in Norway. A Fairytale Landscape
21.10.2025 13:40In the northern part of the Oppland region, snow has covered roads, sidewalks, and rooftops, heralding the upcoming winter season. Although the temperature remains slightly above zero, in many places the white powder has not melted since morning. For drivers, this is the first sign that it's time ...Show more
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Damaging the brain to relieve disease symptoms. New therapy now available in Norway
20.10.2025 15:23The Norwegian healthcare system has approved the introduction of the MRgFUS method as a new way to treat patients suffering from Essential Tremor (Minor's Disease). This is a troublesome, involuntary shaking of the hands, head, or voice. Show more
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New Norwegian Record: Hurricane-Force Gusts Over the Fjords Like Never Before
20.10.2025 14:44The strongest wind ever recorded in Norway was measured at the summit of Mannen in the Romsdalen valley. Gusts reached 62.4 meters per second. Show more
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Will Norway Enjoy Cheaper Electricity? All Due to... Falling Prices in Germany
19.10.2025 12:11A new Norwegian forecast shows that the energy market in Germany is entering a phase of rapid normalization. This effect may also lower prices in Norway, all due to the connection between the Nordic energy market and continental Europe. Show more