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Norway is second best to gender equality in the world
For the third year in a row, Norway ranks second in a global ranking of gender equality. Again, Icelanders top the list. The gender equality barometer, discussed by VG,…
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Cruise emergency preparedness will now be in the loop after the Viking Sky crash
After the Viking Sky crash on Hustadvika, the government sets a selection to look at the emergency preparedness situation related to the increase in cruise traffic. –…
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Norwegian Pakistani released in drug case in Dubai
According to his defense, a Norwegian Pakistani in his 30s has been released in Dubai after he was arrested in October in a major drug case. The man’s lawyer John…
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A betrayal of the poorest
Millions of people are affected each year by climate-related disasters, the Red Cross points out, disappointed by the outcome of the UN Climate Change Conference. “Lack…
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The EU’s climate deal is getting Norwegian praise
Minister for Climate and Environment Ola Elvestuen (Venstre/Liberal Party) is excited about the “European green deal,” the new roadmap proposal for a climate neutral EU.…
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Four drowning deaths in November
Four people drowned in November. Thus, 82 people have died in drowning accidents by the end of November. Among them were 69 men and 13 women. Three of the dead were 14…
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Trygg Trafikk warns against driving with a hangover during the Christmas holidays
One in four drivers replied in a new survey that they drove the car the next day after a night of drinking and did so even when they knew they should not have done so.…
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Illegal driving training must be stopped
Driving training that is illegal is often camouflaged as private driving lessons. Therefore, the government will now place requirements for pupil and companion in…
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28 forest areas, protected
A further 28 important forest areas become nature reserves following a decision by the Cabinet on Friday. Many endangered species live in these forested areas. With…
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The prime minister was given a gingerbread house
Prime Minister Erna Solberg was presented with a gingerbread house shaped like the Prime Minister’s residence. The builders behind the gingerbread house were the…
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Norwegians and Swedes underestimate each other
A recent study reveals that Norwegians and Swedes know little about how dependent we are on each other. We also have quite stereotypical views. For the first time, the…
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Extended hunting period should prevent the spread of disease in animals
From the New Year, the hunting season for moose and deer will be extended in 15 municipalities in Hordaland, Buskerud, Oppdal and Sogn og Fjordane. This measure should…
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The government with 50 measures against racism and discrimination
Four ministers were present when the government launched its action plan with 50 anti-racism and discrimination measures. A new action plan was presented in Oslo on…
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Central Norway gets the best weather this weekend
Central Norway gets the best weather this weekend The west part of the country south of Stad will be wet with small glimpses of sun, while Møre and Romsdal and Trøndelag…
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317 people were forcibly returned by police in November
317 people were transported from Norway in November. This is 112 fewer than in November last year. 27 of them have been refused asylum, and 23 of them have been returned…
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The Nobel Prize winner celebrated in the torchlight parade
Around 2,000 people showed up for the torchlight parade in downtown Oslo on Tuesday night to pay tribute to this year’s Peace Prize winner Abiy Ahmed. A waving Ethiopian…
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The climate investigation gets delayed deadline
The major report “Climate change 2030” is postponed to February 1, 2020. This is stated in a press release from the Ministry of Climate and Environment. The “Climate…