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Åsne Seierstad to write a book about Trumps USA
Åsne Seierstad reveals that her next book is about the United States. The idea of the book was given under Donald Trump’s inauguration speech. Opposite VG, Seierstad…
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Norway extends border controls by six months
Norway will extend border controls for ferry carriers by six months to the 11th of May 2018, stated Justice Minister, Per-Willy Amundsen of Fremskrittsparti (Frp). The…
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Up to 200 may be laid off in UDI
From the New Year, the Immigration Directorate (UDI) must let go of between 150 and 200 temporary staff. The reason is due to fewer are seeking asylum in Norway. “This…
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Government to double support for Western Balkans
‘Strengthening the rule of law and promoting democratic and economic development in the Western Balkans are very important. I am pleased to announce that the Government…
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Defence budget strengthened by NOK 3 billion
The defence budget will be strengthened by 2.97 billion kroner next year. Two billion will cover measures contained within the long-term plan, and 200 million go toward…
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14-year-old dies on school trip
14-year-old was hit by lorry and dies on a cycling trip with his class Grieving classmates gathered for memorial ceremony Friday night – at the place where a 14-year-old…
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13,000 chickens were lost in a fire in Tolga
A total of 13,000 chickens burned in a farm fire in Tolga municipality in Hedmark late Wednesday night. The inland police district reported at 22.50 a drunk man in the…
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Tobacco stolen again in eastern Norway
For the second night in a row, thieves have broken into a petrol station in eastern Norway and stolen tobacco. In total, they have stolen goods for tens of thousands. On…
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Solberg feels its right to show financial support for the Human Rights Service
‘Should we only finance what we like?’ Prime Minister Erna Solberg of Høyre (H) said in answer to the call to cut state aid to the Human Rights Service. It’s a part of…
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Researchers critical to a lot of outdoor-time during winter for the youngest children in kindergarten
Small children in big winter clothes can easily be too passive outdoors in kindergartens. Researchers say that the smallest children in kindergartens need not be out so…
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The government will open up for dual citizenship
The government is going to send a proposal for dual citizenship on consultation this fall. Both government parties have reversed their views of dual citizenship in the…
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NOK 50 million to EU Emergency Trust Fund for Africa
The Government will provide NOK 50 million to the EU Emergency Trust Fund for Africa, the EU’s trust fund for stability and addressing the root causes of irregular…
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Belgian man dies in diving accident in Gulen
Police reported that a sport diver from Belgium died during a dive in Krakhellesundet in Solund Municipality on Wednesday afternoon. ‘There were three divers in the sea…
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French air strike affects Norwegian flights
Air traffic of both Norwegian and SAS airlines is being influenced by the ongoing strike in France. Some flights in Europe have been cancelled while others are late. ‘We…
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UNHCR and EU ask Norway to accept more quota refugees
Representatives of UNHCR and EU are coming together in Oslo to ask if Norway can receive more ‘quota refugees’. Wilfried Buchhorn of the High Commissioner for Refugees…
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Twelve confiscated weapons in Oslo tinghus
After Oslo tinghus installed X-ray control in May, twelve seizures of stabbing and blunt weapons have been made, writes VG. Both batons, daggers and small knives have…
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The remnants of Hurricane Nate are heading for Norway
People along the coast can expect rain all weekend when the remnants of hurricane Nate hit Norway. On the southern coast, and in eastern Norway, it could reach 15…
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EU gives the UK: BREXIT deadline in December
If there is no progress in the BREXIT talks by December, the EU may have to assess whether a divorce agreement is AT ALL possible, says the EU president. The statement…