High number of arctic fox in the wild due to Norway’s breeding program
Over the last twenty years, over 450 arctic fox cubs have been bred and released into the Norwegian countryside, marking a new era for the animal in N...
Norway apologies for criminalizing homosexuality half a decade later
A formal apology has been issued by the Norwegian government 50 years after a historical law that criminalized homosexuality was denounced in 1972. It...
Treasurer of Church of Iceland in Norway resigns due to suspicion of embezzling funds
According to an announcement made by the Church of Iceland in Norway, the organization’s treasurer has resigned from the board of the congregati...
€43 million fund launched in Norway for new housing units for students
A fund of €43 million has been allocated by the Norwegian government for new student accommodation across the country. As explained in a press release...
Terje Lien Aasland named as Norway’s Minister for Petroleum and Energy
Terje Lien Aasland has been named as Norway’s Minister for Petroleum and Energy, replacing Marte Mjoes Persen, who will move into the Ministry f...
Anders Behring Breivik parole request rejected by Norwegian court
On Tuesday 1st February, mass-murderer Anders Behring Breivik was denied a request for parole by Norwegian court as he remains “an obvious risk&...
Norway, Sweden and Finland to reduce wolf population
Scandinavian countries Norway, Sweden and Finland are joining forces this winter to reduce the population of wolves through culling. In turn, conserva...
Norwegian army recruits ordered to return underwear at end of service
The country’s military has ordered Norwegian army recruits to hand over their underwear, including socks and bras, at the end of their service i...