Norway has paused its plans for commercial-scale deep-sea mining after opposition from environmentalists and 32 countries. The Socialist Left Party threatened to oppose the government’s budget unless the first licensing round set for 2025 was scrapped. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr…
Norway will not issue underwater mining exploration permits in its Arctic waters for 2024 and 2025, following negotiations between the Socialist Left Party and the minority center-left government. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre emphasized that this decision does not end…
Norway has decided not to issue deep-sea mining licenses as initially planned for 2025, following coalition discussions within its center-left government. Kirsti Bergstø, leader of the Socialist Left party, announced the halt to underwater extraction plans, marking a significant win…
The Swiss curling team falls short of winning a medal at the European Championship in Lohja, Finland, losing 4:7 to Norway in the bronze medal match. A crucial error in the fourth end proved costly for the Swiss team, led…
Norway is reinforcing its commitment to rule of law, democracy, and human rights in Europe through a new fund worth 300 million euros, with Greece receiving 14.3 million euros. The Norwegian government will finance 97% of the fund, which aims…
A Norwegian spruce has been felled in Oslo and will be sent to London for Christmas, a tradition representing gratitude for Britain’s support during World War II. This year, the tree’s journey is more environmentally friendly as it is transported…
Marius Borg Hoiby, the 27-year-old son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested on suspicion of two counts of rape. Following his arrest on Monday, he has been remanded in custody for a week as investigations continue. The charges…
Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been arrested on suspicion of rape involving a woman in her twenties. The police began the investigation based on information from a separate ongoing case. Høiby faces multiple allegations,…
Sweden, Finland, and Norway have released updated guidelines for citizens to prepare for potential crises, including war. Sweden’s revised pamphlet, ‘If crisis or war comes’, aims to inform the public about necessary precautions in light of the ongoing conflict in…
Sweden has begun distributing an updated pamphlet titled ‘If the crisis or war comes’ to millions of households, reflecting heightened security concerns following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Finland has also published online guidance for citizens on crisis preparedness, while Norway…
In response to the increasing security concerns due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Sweden, Finland, and Norway have released new guidance for their citizens on preparing for crises and potential military conflicts. Sweden’s updated pamphlet, ‘If the crisis or war…
Sweden and its Nordic neighbors are updating their civil preparedness advice in light of increasing security threats, particularly following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Sweden’s updated pamphlet, “If the crisis or war comes,” will be distributed nationwide, while Finland has opted…
