Norwegians have the second highest personal consumption in Europe
Norwegians had between 8 and 16 percent higher consumption in 2017 than our Nordic neighbours, and were only beaten by the citizens of Luxembourg. While…
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Police investigate harassment of the disabled
The police hate crime unit in Oslo have started investigations after a disabled man reported harassment on the street in Oslo. 28 year-old, Amir Hashani,…
Five years since Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea
‘Five years have passed since Russia illegally annexed Crimea and Sevastopol on 18 March 2014. This act was a serious violation of international law and…
Spain and Sweden most popular destinations among Norwegians
1.1 million Norwegian holiday trips in 2017 went to Sweden and Spain, while two out of three holiday trips were in the the home country….
Hairdressers and lawyers have the most satisfied customers
Hairdressers and lawyers are the professions that score best in customer satisfaction. Broadband providers have many dissatisfied private customers, according to a survey. A measurement…
Fremskrittspartiet (FRP) county council propose mandatory vaccinations
Frp’s national conference will decide on a proposal for compulsory vaccinations against measles, and whether schools will set vaccine requirements. Trøndelag Frp is behind a…
Climate commitment from Norwegian municipalities
Three out of four municipalities in Norway have entered into cooperation with other municipalities to bring down the emissions of greenhouse gases. Through the state…
Dentists have several concerns about children
Last year, county councils reported 869 times that they suspected neglect of care after examining children’s teeth. Figures NRK has collected from county councils shows…
Is it a human right to beg?
The Conservatives believe all people have the right to ask for help, even when it comes to begging. The principle is enshrined in the party’s…
Norwegians tried to defraud insurance companies for 314 million
Norwegian insurance customers last year tried to scam insurance companies for a total of NOK 314 million in 1,157 cases. This appeared in the insurance…
New teaching in Oslo schools about sex and harassment
From autumn, students in upper secondary schools in Oslo will learn about sexuality, boundary setting, and harassment. ‘’We want this to contribute to creating stronger…
Transport company plans self-propelled cargo ships in the Oslofjord
The transport company ASKO is planning a self-propelled vessel that will carry goods across the Oslo Fjord. Enova supports the project with NOK 119 million….
Breast cancer is eleven different diseases
Breast cancer is not just one disease, but eleven different diseases said researchers who are trying to develop individualised treatment. The study is published in…
Humanists demand help for ISIL children
Humanists demand help for ISIL children to come home “The Norwegian authorities are obliged to ensure that children of parents who have supported ISIL in…
Decline in asylum seekers to the EU
11% fewer people applied for asylum in EU countries last year compared to 2017. In total, nearly 581,000 first-time applicants for protection in the EU…
Declared dead at Molde Hospital
Prematurely declared dead at Molde Hospital An extremely hypothermic woman was transported to Molde Hospital in February. She was declared dead on arrival. When the…
Chinese Bitcoin miner leaves Norway
Chinese Bitcoin miner abandons Norway Chinese cryptocurrency giant Bitmain halts its operation in Norway. They blame the data center policy of the Norwegian government. The…
Venstre Party (V) wants demand for solar cell panels on cabin roofs
The energy and environmental committee leader in parliament, Ketil Kjenseth (V), wants demands that large cabins be built with solar panels on the roof. He…
91.8% of children in Norway have a kindergarten place
Today, 91.8 per cent of all children aged between one to five years in Norway have a place in kindergarten. This is an increase from…
Northern Lights Tourism Guidelines
From late August to early April, it is possible to experience the extraordinary phenomenon of the Northern Lights here in the Tromsø region. Northern Lights…