Norwegian politician afraid of Russian influence in Iceland
Chairwoman of the Norwegian Progres Party, Siv Jensen has warned about possible Russian influence in Iceland if the loan to the country goes through. ...
Norway’s sovereign “oil fund” takes heavy hit
In a crippling ripple effect of the Wall Street market meltdown, Norway’s special “oil fund” may have lost nearly all of its profits garnered over the...
Norwegian princess has another daughter
Norway’s controversial Princess Martha Louise has given birth to her third daughter, named Emma Tallulah Behn. Like her previous daughter, Emma Tallul...
Food poisoning sends dozens to hospital in Norway
Severe food poisoning put a sad end to the 60th anniversary party of the Norges Diabetesforbund, Norway’s main diabetes foundation. Of the 230 people ...
Indian-made electric cars coming to Norway
In a few months, Indian carmaker Tata Motors is planning to begin selling an electric version of its hatchback car called the Indica in Norway. Workin...
Norway offers Brazil a billion to save the Amazon
A new Amazon conservation fund initiated by Brazil’s government in August has received its first major donation from Norway, which offered USD 1 billi...
Norway signs over the personal data of its citizens to the US
In a historic deal, the United States and Norway are set to sign an agreement to share the personal data of each other’s citizens. A similar deal has ...
Hikers damaging fragile Norwegian highlands
During the bright summer season in Norway, hikers, hunters and nature lovers flock to the mountains (fjellene) to enjoy the scenery and exercise. But ...