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The government wants more offenders given a fine and probation
Many persons convicted of less serious offenses should be given a fine and probation, suggested Justice and Emergency Planning Minister Per-Willy Amundsen of…
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The F-35 aircraft marks the start of a new era for the Norwegian Armed Forces
The F-35 remains crucial to the continued modernization of our Armed Forces and our ability to preserve Norwegian and allied security and interests. The Government…
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177 kr in tolls on poor quality air days in Oslo
Toll fare for diesel vehicles during peak hours (rush hours) can be as high as 177 kr on days where air quality is at its worst in Oslo. The new rise in tariffs will be…
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Avinor’s Doha development for Oslo
High passenger demand prompts Qatar Airways to add a further four weekly flights between Avinor’s Oslo Airport and Doha. Commencing 22 December, Qatar Airways, the…
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The Norwegian Police Security Service (PST) recommends general arming of police forces
PST strongly disagrees with the arbitration committee’s ‘no’ to guns for the police. ‘We believe strong, armed forces are necessary,’ said the PST boss. PST considers…
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Listhaug calls for urgent meeting after hearing stories from a Koran school in Somalia
Sylvi Listhaug (Frp) has called six ministers in for an urgent meeting Thursday, after reports from those who have been to sent to a Koran school in Somalia, telling…
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Four men charged for the introduction of 217 kilos of hash
Four men are accused of planning and organizing imports of 217 kilos of hash to Norway last year. The trial starts in the Asker and Bærum District Court on Thursday. Two…
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Crown Princess, Mette-Marit, opens conference in Ethiopia
Crown Princess Mette-Marit demonstrated long-term Norwegian efforts to improve health services in Ethiopia when she opened a health conference in Addis Ababa. The royal…
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The 15 year old alleged murderer has committed new offences in prison
A girl who’s been charged with murder after a stabbing at Sørland Senter this summer has committed new offences in prison. The 15 year old has been detained for a…
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Two arrested after petrol station robbery in Enebakk
Two arrested after petrol station robbery in Enebakk Two men are arrested after a petrol station was robbed of tobacco products at Flateby in Enebakk in Akershus on…
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Tom Cruise does a spectacular stunt at Preikestolen
On Wednesday, the weather gave way so that Tom Cruise could swing off of Preikestolen. He was perfecting the stunt for several hours while filming for “Mission…
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Secretary General of NATO defends the F-35 plan
Secretary General of NATO defends the F-35 plan Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, comes with an indirect warning to Norway to cut the number of F-35 aircraft.…
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Norway increases humanitarian aid to Ethiopia
‘The humanitarian situation in parts of Ethiopia is dire as a result of long-term drought. Norway is now providing a further NOK 10 million in aid to people in need, and…
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Former Defence Chief says new Russian weapons are a threat to be taken seriously
Russia has developed long-range precision weapons that can reach targets throughout Norway. Russia can now hit high-precision targets throughout Norway with conventional…
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Bergen municipality replaces 530 doors in kindergartens after assault cases
Doors with windows will enable kindergarten employees to follow their children better to prevent abuse. Over 530 doors in 73 municipal kindergartens in Bergen must be…
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UDI adheres to the security assessment in Afghanistan and Kabul
UDI has reviewed four reports on the security situation in Afghanistan, but finds no reason to change its asylum practices. “We have not found a basis for changing…