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Friday, November 22, 2024

Brageprisen Honors Literary Excellence

The prestigious Brageprisen awards have recognized outstanding contributions in Norwegian literature this year. Kathrine Nedrejord's novel "Sameproblemet" won the prize for fiction, praised for its bold and thought-provoking narrative that challenges the state of Norway.

8 h

Culture

Norwegian Government Boosts Hospital Funding

The Norwegian government has announced an additional 2 billion kroner in funding for hospitals across the country as part of an updated state budget. This financial boost aims to enhance hospital operations and reduce patient wait times.

13 h

Health

Bondevik Reverses Stance on EU Membership

Kjell Magne Bondevik, a former Norwegian Prime Minister and prominent figure in the 1994 campaign against EU membership, has reversed his stance. After voting 'no' in two previous referendums, Bondevik now believes that Norway should join the European Union.

17 h

Politics

Nordlandsbanen Night Trains Halted Indefinitely

Night trains on the Nordlandsbanen railway have been suspended indefinitely due to a shortage of locomotives. This disruption follows a tragic accident on October 24, where a train derailed after hitting a rockslide, resulting in the death of the train driver and injuries to four others.

17 h

Transportation

EFTA Ruling Sends Hiring Ban Back to Norway

The EFTA Court has decided that Norwegian courts must determine the legality of the government's ban on hiring temporary workers from staffing agencies, a key policy of the Støre administration. This decision follows a lawsuit by several staffing agencies claiming the ban violates the EEA Agreement.

Yesterday

Politics

Royal Scandal: Marius Borg Høiby Accused

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, faces serious legal challenges as he is accused of two counts of rape, which he denies. His lawyer, Øyvind Bratlien, describes the charges as "catastrophic misjudgments.

Yesterday

Crime

Vedum Proposes Tax Cuts for Northern Cities

Senterparti leader Trygve Slagsvold Vedum has proposed a significant tax reduction plan aimed at boosting economic growth in Northern Norway's largest cities, Bodø and Tromsø. The plan includes cutting the employer's tax rate from 7.

Yesterday

Politics

Norway Braces for Mixed Weekend Weather

This weekend, Norway is set to experience a mix of weather conditions, with a significant low-pressure system affecting different regions. In Southern Norway, Saturday promises clear skies and sunshine, particularly in the East, with temperatures dipping to around minus seven degrees.

Yesterday

Weather

Frp Surges Amidst Growing Discontent

The Fremskrittspartiet (Frp) has emerged as Norway's largest political party, capturing 25. 3% of voter support, its highest in 14 years.

Yesterday

Politics

Massive Fire Engulfs Norwegian Tire Facility

A massive fire broke out at Norway's largest tire recycling facility in Bamble, Telemark, late Tuesday evening. The blaze, which started in a tire shredder, quickly spread, engulfing the 36,000 square meter site filled with used tires.

Yesterday

Disaster

Norway Proposes Controversial Tourist Tax

The Norwegian government has proposed a new tourist tax aimed at managing the increasing influx of visitors to local communities. This tax, which can be up to 5% on overnight stays, is intended to support public amenities used by both tourists and locals.

19 November, 14:13

Economy

Norway's Historic Frigate Acquisition

Norway is embarking on its largest defense acquisition in modern history, planning to purchase at least five new frigates. The decision comes as part of a strategic move to enhance the country's naval capabilities, with the new vessels expected to be phased in from 2029.

19 November, 14:13

Defense

Marius Borg Høiby Faces Expanded Charges

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested for the third time this year, facing expanded charges including rape without intercourse. The Oslo police apprehended him late Monday, extending the charges to include sexual acts with someone unable to resist, as well as domestic abuse and violation of restraining orders.

19 November, 09:47

Crime

Breivik's Controversial Release Bid

Anders Behring Breivik, responsible for the 2011 massacre that claimed 77 lives in Norway, is seeking release after serving the minimum ten years of his 21-year sentence. Breivik, who appeared in court with a politically charged message, described himself as a 'political soldier' and called for support for Russia, China, and Iran.

19 November, 09:47

Crime

Icy Roads Cause Chaos in Eastern Norway

Eastern Norway experienced a series of traffic accidents on Tuesday morning due to icy road conditions. Light snowfall and freezing temperatures created hazardous driving conditions, particularly along the E18 highway near Tønsberg and Lier.

19 November, 09:47

Weather

Critical Injury in Oslo Traffic Accident

A serious traffic accident occurred on Oslo's Ring 3 near the Tåsentunnelen on Monday evening, resulting in critical injuries to one individual. The incident, believed to be a rear-end collision, caused significant material damage to a car and led to major traffic disruptions.

19 November, 00:53

Local News

Widerøe Flight Faces Double Setback

A Widerøe flight from Bergen to Molde faced a double setback on Monday evening. Initially, the aircraft had to return to Bergen's Flesland Airport due to unspecified technical issues.

19 November, 00:53

Travel

Ski Resorts Gear Up for Winter

As temperatures finally drop, ski resorts across Norway are eagerly preparing for the winter season. Major resorts like Kvitfjell, Hafjell, and Geilo are set to open their slopes by the end of November, thanks to the activation of snow cannons.

18 November, 20:29

Weather

Police to Retrieve Mysterious Freezer

In a significant development in the case of missing Stian Hole, police in Nordland have decided to retrieve a mysterious freezer found at a depth of 250 meters in the sea near Hamarøy. The freezer, discovered in April by a remotely operated vehicle linked to an aquaculture company, has drawn police interest due to its proximity to the last known location of Hole, who disappeared last summer.

18 November, 15:56

Crime

Oslo Road Rage Incident Sparks Outrage

A road rage incident in Oslo has captured public attention after a video showing a confrontation between a motorist and a cyclist went viral. The altercation occurred on Mosseveien, where the motorist allegedly attacked the cyclist after claiming the cyclist damaged his car's side mirror.

18 November, 15:56

Local News

Norway Unifies Public Transport Ticketing

Norway has taken a significant step towards simplifying public transportation with the launch of the Entur app, which now allows travelers to purchase tickets for all public transport across the country in one place. As of November 18, users can buy single and period tickets for buses, trains, trams, ferries, and even scooters and city bikes, making it easier to travel sustainably.

18 November, 15:56

Technology

Intruder Climbs Roof, Shocks Resident

In a startling incident in Alta, Norway, Ann-Mari Pettersen Magga was jolted awake by mysterious noises in her apartment. The intruder, a man in his 40s known to the police, had climbed to her third-floor apartment using a fire escape ladder.

18 November, 11:16

Crime

Ferry Service Halted by Size and Storm

The ferry service between Melbu and Fiskebøl has been suspended due to multiple challenges, including adverse weather conditions and logistical issues with the reserve ferry. Initially, the service was halted because the reserve ferry, MF "Hamarøy," is too large for the Fiskebøl dock, being nearly five meters longer and two meters wider than the usual ferry.

18 November, 02:38

Transportation

Serious Traffic Accident in Nittedal

A serious traffic accident occurred on Sunday afternoon on Highway 4 at Gjelleråsen in Nittedal, involving two cars and four individuals. The collision happened in a roundabout when one vehicle, traveling at high speed from a tunnel, lost control and hit another car.

17 November, 13:36

Local News

Landslide Forces Evacuation in Nesbyen

A significant landslide occurred over Riksvei 7 in Nesbyen, Buskerud, early Sunday morning, prompting the evacuation of six residents from two homes. The landslide, which stretched approximately 400 meters in length and 30 meters in width, did not result in any injuries or damage to buildings.

17 November, 09:05

Environment