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Powerful Storm Brings Destruction Across Norway With Near-Hurricane Winds

Strong winds approaching hurricane force swept across large parts of Norway on Saturday, causing widespread damage and major disruptions. Northern regions such as Troms and Nordland were hit hardest, with severe conditions extending south through Trøndelag and into areas including Lillehammer and Femund. Authorities warned motorists to avoid travel as several key roads and tunnels lost power and lighting. Parts of the E6 highway,...

Norway Moves Closer to EU as Government Accelerates Adoption of European Laws

Norway has taken a significant step toward closer integration with the European Union by accelerating the adoption of EU legislation under the European Economic Area (EEA) framework. This week, Norway and its EEA partners— Iceland and Liechtenstein—approved the incorporation of 142 new EU legal acts into the EEA Agreement, strengthening access to the EU’s single market. The move reduces the backlog of EU rules yet...

Norway to Donate Ticket Revenue from Israel Qualifier to Gaza Aid

The Norwegian Football Federation has announced that ticket revenue from the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Israel will be donated to humanitarian...

Zelensky Confirms Meeting with Norwegian PM, Talks Focus on Security and Peace

Former Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed plans for an upcoming meeting with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre after the two leaders held...

Norway’s Wealth Fund Cuts Ties with 11 Israeli Firms Over Gaza Crisis

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund has sold its shares in 11 Israeli companies, citing the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. The decision was announced by...

New US Tariff on Norwegian Goods Expected to Increase Prices

A new 15% tariff imposed by the US on imports from Norway is expected to lead to higher prices for American consumers. The tariff,...

Changing Cultivation Methods Diminish Flavor of Norwegian Strawberries

Norwegian strawberries, once celebrated for their intense sweetness and rich flavor, are now facing scrutiny from consumers who claim the berries have lost their...

Norway and NATO Navigate Trump’s Demands with Diplomacy and Defense Spending Boost

Norway and its NATO allies have managed to steer through another turbulent encounter with former U.S. President Donald Trump at the recent NATO summit...

UN Calls for Halt to New Norwegian Oil Exploration Amid Equinor’s Expansion

The United Nations has expressed strong disapproval of Norway's continued oil and gas expansion, urging the nation to cease all new exploration activities. This...

Behind Norway’s Grocery Bill: The Hidden Costs of Protectionism and Market Power

Norwegian shoppers are feeling the squeeze as food prices continue to soar, igniting a political firestorm just months before the national election. While price...

Boston Metal gets $120 million boost from ArcelorMittal for ‘green steel’

Boston Metal, a Massachusetts-based company, took a significant step towards realizing the production of "green steel" with a $120 million investment from ArcelorMittal, the...

FDA’s advisers back plan to simplify COVID vaccinations

The United States is on the brink of reshaping its COVID vaccination strategy to resemble the annual flu shot model, a significant departure in...

Economy likely slowed but still posted solid growth in Q4

Washington: The U.S. economy likely rolled out of 2022 with momentum, registering decent growth in the face of painful inflation, high interest rates and...

Green comet passing by earth after 50,000 years

A comet is making a return journey to our cosmic neighborhood after an astonishing 50,000 years, NASA reports.This celestial traveler, last seen during the...