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middleeasteye.netpolitics2 days ago
Norway Proposes Trade Ban With Israeli Settlements in Occupied Palestinian Territory
Norway's government announced a draft bill that would prohibit trade in goods produced in Israeli settlements and ban related real estate and business transactions. The measure would apply to the West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem. A three-month consultation period on the propos…
abcnews.go.comworld4 days agoUpdated
Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit undergoes lung transplant
Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit underwent a successful lung transplant at Oslo University Hospital and is recovering, the royal palace said Wednesday. The 52-year-old was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018 and had been placed on the transplant waiting list on June 5 af…
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news.sky.comworld5 days ago
Marius Borg Hoiby Sentenced to Four Years After Two Rape Convictions and Two Acquittals
An Oslo District Court sentenced the 29-year-old on June 15, 2026, after convicting him on two rape counts and one domestic violence count. He was acquitted on two additional rape charges.
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Euronewsworld5 days agoUpdated
Marius Borg Høiby Sentenced to Four Years After Two Rape Convictions and Two Acquittals
The Oslo District Court convicted the 29-year-old on 34 of 40 charges and ordered him to pay victims about $61,000. He was acquitted of two other rape counts.
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apnews.comworld8 days ago
Norway Court to Deliver Verdict in Rape Trial of 29-Year-Old Man
Marius Borg Høiby, 29, faces sentencing on 40 charges including four counts of rape. Prosecutors seek seven years and seven months; the defence seeks one year and six months.
Fox Newsscience8 days ago
Norway Study Finds Higher Mortality After Divorce or Widowhood, Strongest in Early Years
A long-term analysis of Norwegian health records found elevated death rates among people who divorced, ended cohabitation or were widowed compared with those who remained partnered.
thehindu.comworld12 days ago
Norwegian Museum Recovers 18th-Century Chinese Porcelain and Artefacts from 600m-Deep Skagerrak Wreck
Government and museum officials announced Monday the recovery of Chinese porcelain and European goods from a mid-1700s vessel found 600 metres below the surface in the Skagerrak Strait.
The Independentscience15 days ago
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit placed on national lung transplant waiting list
Norway's Royal Court announced Friday that Crown Princess Mette-Marit has been added to the national lung transplant list after her pulmonary fibrosis worsened significantly over the past six months. The 52-year-old will suspend official duties until after the procedure and a sub…
financialpost.comfinance16 days ago
Norway Oil Unions Secure $4,500 Annual Pay Rise, Averting Offshore Strike
Trade unions and oil companies agreed on wages early Friday, preventing a strike that would have affected more than 600 workers at Norway's offshore platforms.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics18 days ago
Norwegian Teenager Denies Murder Conspiracy After Arrest in Huddersfield With Supplied Firearms
Johannes Natland, 19, was detained at a Huddersfield hotel on March 19 2025 while carrying a semi-automatic pistol, a revolver and 12 rounds. Prosecutors say he was recruited by the Foxtrot network to carry out a contract killing in Britain.
Semaforworld20 days ago
Norway Reconsiders EU Membership Over Security and Trade Concerns
Norway's foreign minister said the country is weighing EU membership after decades outside the bloc. The shift follows tariff disputes and changes in European security arrangements.
ESPNsports20 days ago
Norway Edges Canada 3-2 in OT to Claim First World Championship Medal
Norway captured its first ice hockey world championship medal with a 3-2 overtime win over Canada on May 31, 2026, in Zurich. Noah Steen scored the winning goal 3:32 into overtime.
riotimesonline.comworld20 days ago
German and Norwegian Ministers Divert Military Plane to Cyprus as Beirut Airport Becomes Unsafe
Military aircraft carrying German and Norwegian ministers were diverted mid-flight on June 1, 2026, as security conditions in Beirut prevented a landing. The ministers had been traveling to show solidarity with Lebanon.
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ESPNsports21 days ago
Norway Edges Canada 3-2 in Overtime to Win Bronze at 2026 World Championship
Noah Steen scored at 3:32 of overtime to give Norway a 3-2 win over Canada in the bronze-medal game at the 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship in Zurich, Switzerland. Robert Thomas scored both Canadian goals in the final 1:16 of regulation.
jta.orgworld21 days ago
Norwegian Jews Report Hiding Identity and Feeling Isolated After October 7, HL-Center Study Finds
A report by Norway’s Center for Holocaust and Minority Studies details widespread concealment of Jewish identity among nearly 100 interviewees conducted between November 2025 and May 2026.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld22 days ago
South Korean Defense Minister Holds Bilateral Talks with Philippine, Norwegian and Dutch Counterparts in Singapore
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue, focusing on expanding defense cooperation and seeking support for Seoul's North Korea policy.
zerohedge.combusiness22 days ago
Norway Urges EU to Reconsider Arctic Drilling Ban Citing Energy Security and Policy Consistency
Norway has sent nearly a dozen ministers to Brussels this year to press for changes to the EU's 2021 Arctic drilling ban. The push comes as the bloc faces potential oil shortages and Norway remains Europe's largest gas supplier.
csmonitor.comworld24 days ago
Norway Volunteers Clean Local Streams and Trails in Dugnad Events
Residents in Oslo and nearby areas gathered on April 29, 2026, to remove trash from Gjersrudbekken stream and teach wilderness skills at a neighborhood playground. The events are part of a long-standing Norwegian practice called dugnad that combines volunteer work with social gat…
France 24world24 days ago
Norway Uses Satellites to Track Tourism Impact on Lofoten Islands
Norwegian researchers have started a satellite-based project to monitor how growing tourist numbers affect the environment in the Lofoten Islands. The effort aims to document changes in the northern archipelago.
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France 24politics25 days ago
Norway Joins France-Led Nuclear Deterrence Program
Norway signed a defense pact with France on Wednesday that adds it to a Paris-led nuclear deterrence scheme. The agreement covers conventional forces, hybrid threats, and industrial cooperation.
motor1.comworld30 days ago
Tesla Model Y Reaches 100,000 Registrations in Norway
The Tesla Model Y became the first vehicle to reach 100,000 new registrations in Norway. The milestone was reached less than five years after deliveries began in August 2021.
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csmonitor.comworld31 days ago
Norway Maintains Humanitarian Aid at One Percent of National Income
Norway continues to allocate at least one percent of its gross national income to humanitarian aid. The country has served as a peace broker in multiple regions while relying on larger partners for enforcement.
foxbusiness.comworld32 days ago
Norwegian Appeals Court Rejects Greek Extradition Request for Activist
A Norwegian appeals court in Tromsø has dismissed Greece's request to extradite an activist accused of facilitating illegal entry into the country. The court ruled that the activist's actions were lawful and protected under international treaties.
koreatimes.co.krfinance32 days ago
Norway Tightens Offshore Shipping Emissions Rules as Fuel Supply Concerns Rise
Norway introduced new greenhouse gas reduction rules for offshore shipping that are stricter than FuelEU Maritime standards. The rules apply to operators and cover combined energy use across fleets. Escalating Middle East conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions have raised ques…
South China Morning Postpolitics39 days ago
Malaysia Considers Legal Action After Norway Blocks Missile Export
Malaysia is weighing legal action after Norway blocked the export of Naval Strike Missiles ordered in 2018 for its littoral combat ship programme. The government said the last-minute decision came after the contract had proceeded without issue and payments were made on schedule.…
The Guardianscience41 days ago
Norway Pauses Funding to UN Environment Programme Ahead of Revised Budget
Norway, the largest donor to the United Nations Environment Programme, has placed all funding agreements on hold pending a revised budget review on 12 May. The pause affects core contributions, the Planetary Fund and earmarked projects including those supporting plastic pollution…
Euronewsworld46 days ago
Norwegian Study Finds Fruit and Vegetable Intake Linked to Fewer Behavioral Issues in Children
A study by University of Agder researchers in Norway reveals that children eating more fruits and vegetables exhibit fewer internalized issues like anxiety and depression. Conversely, higher consumption of sweet and salty snacks correlates with increased externalized problems suc…
world56 days ago
Norwegian State Secretary Admits Blocking King's Condolences to Israel Was a Mistake
A Norwegian state secretary has acknowledged that preventing the king from sending condolences to Israel following the October 7 Hamas attack was an error. The admission came in hindsight. The statement addresses events after the 2023 attack.
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Euronewsworld56 days ago
Norway Launches Test Project for Hybrid Aircraft with Ultra-Short Takeoff Capabilities
The Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority has initiated a project to test hybrid aircraft that can operate from parking lots or drone pads. Partnering with U.S. companies, the effort aims to advance zero- and low-emission aviation. Testing begins in 2027 at smaller airports in North…
ReasonTV / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)world58 days ago
Norway Plans Bill to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16 by Year-End
Norway announced plans to introduce legislation prohibiting children under 16 from using social media, with technology companies tasked with age verification. The bill is set for presentation in parliament by the end of 2026. This move aims to address concerns over youth access t…
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news.sky.comworld60 days ago
Norway Government Assumes Planning Control for Europe's Largest Rare Earth Elements Site
Norway's government is taking over planning responsibilities from local authorities for a major rare earth elements occurrence. The site is described as Europe's largest documented deposit of these elements. The occurrence is situated in Norway.
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