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Norway and Russia sign new border agreement
On Wednesday, Norway and Russia signed a new border agreement in Moscow. The agreement implies a more detailed description of the border and an upgrading of border…
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Mobile phone ban for cyclists in the Netherlands
The Government of the Netherlands will introduce a cell-phone ban for the country’s many cyclists. The reason for the change is an increasing number of accidents…
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Dutch soldiers coming to Norway without winter clothes
The Dutch defence force forgot to buy warm winter clothes for the soldiers participating in the NATO exercise in Norway in October according to Aftenposten newspaper.…
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Erna Solberg honoured for international work
Prime Minister Erna Solberg of Høyre (H) was awarded a prize at Monday’s international meeting of the American Atlantic Council. “As a prime minister and former leader…
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An American aircraft carrier is heading towards Norway
The USS Harry S. Truman, a US Naval carrier, is on its way to the waters outside Norway. Confirms the Armed Forces operational headquarters. “We have understood that…
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Norway donates NOK 660 million to UN human rights work
Norway has signed a four-year agreement with the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) to provide a total of NOK 660 million. The money will go to strengthen the…
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Norway cuts support for UNESCO after battle for top job
A war of words has broken out between Norway and UNESCO after a battle for a top job in the UN organization had left the Norwegian candidate bereft. The Norwegian…
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Imam in Drammen sentenced to prison for violence
An Imam at a mosque in the Drammen area was sentenced to imprisonment for one year and three months by Drammen District Court for violence against his wife and three…
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Eight convicted of machete attack at bingo hall in Oslo
Eight young men have been sentenced to imprisonment for up to three and a half years after attacking a man with machete in a bingo hall at Ensjø, Oslo. Prison sentences…
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Terrorist engineer sent to jail for two and a half years
A 51-year-old engineer has been sentenced to two and a half years in in jail by Asker and Bærum district court for encouraging terrorist acts. The District Court…
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Solberg shoots for a seat in the Security Council
On Monday, world leaders meet at the UN.Norway’s delegation,with Erna Solberg at the forefront, is keen on adding to an election campaign to gain a seat in the UN…
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Relationship between Norway and Russia further deteriorates with new spy case
Russian expert Iver B. Neumann believes Norway is choosing to send a strong signal to Russia when they are now opening the way for spy swapping deals. A Russian citizen…
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First meeting of the new High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy
On Monday 24 September, the new High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy is holding its first meeting. The panel consists of serving heads of state and…
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Asylum children prioritised at all levels
Trass critic defended the government treatment of asylum children.They are prioritised in immigration management,and the use of temporary residence has broad support.…
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Armed police called out for pigeon hunters in Stavanger
Armed police were called out after reports of shots fired on Sunday in Stavanger. When they arrived, it appeared that the shots came from pigeon hunters. At 08.50 it was…
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