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The people behind the allianceColonel Christoffer Knutsen, serving as military attaché in Washington, describes how dail...
06/23/2026

The people behind the alliance

Colonel Christoffer Knutsen, serving as military attaché in Washington, describes how daily cooperation, trust, and Norway’s “total defense” mindset strengthen the U.S.–Norway alliance, with people and readiness behind the formal NATO rhetoric....

Colonel Christoffer Knutsen, serving as military attaché in Washington, describes how daily cooperation, trust, and Norway’s “total defense” mindset strengthen the U.S.–Norway alliance, with people and readiness behind the formal NATO rhetoric.

Press freedom is a collective responsibility
06/19/2026

Press freedom is a collective responsibility

In a time of democratic backsliding, disinformation and advances in technology, Norway’s editorial media argue that protecting press freedom is a shared responsibility — and that “the Norwegian model” must be renewed and strengthened to stay resilient.

Group I comes into focus. Haaland delivers in 4-1 victory.
06/17/2026

Group I comes into focus. Haaland delivers in 4-1 victory.

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway defeated Iraq 4-1 in their World Cup opener, while France beat Senegal 3-1 as Group I begin to take shape at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Can the “golden generation of Norwegian football” bring home the World Cup trophy?
06/11/2026

Can the “golden generation of Norwegian football” bring home the World Cup trophy?

Norway’s golden generation heads to the 2026 World Cup with Erling Haaland, Martin Ødegaard, and a deep attacking cast, facing a tough group with France, Senegal, and Iraq as pundits debate whether this team can finally make a deep tournament run.

Opinion: Welcome to the FIFA World Cup you can’t afford to attend
06/11/2026

Opinion: Welcome to the FIFA World Cup you can’t afford to attend

Opinion: 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico seen as an elite event, with soaring ticket, travel, and transit costs that price many ordinary fans out of the stadiums.

Dr. Tore Godal honored at the Global Health Leaders AwardsNorwegian physician Dr. Tore Godal receives the Global Health ...
06/05/2026

Dr. Tore Godal honored at the Global Health Leaders Awards

Norwegian physician Dr. Tore Godal receives the Global Health Leaders Award at the World Health Assembly, honoring his pioneering work on vaccines, malaria, leprosy, and the creation of major global health partnerships that have saved millions of lives....

Norwegian physician Dr. Tore Godal receives the Global Health Leaders Award at the World Health Assembly, honoring his pioneering work on vaccines, malaria, leprosy, and the creation of major global health partnerships that have saved millions of lives.

Blossoming June, big expectationsJune in Norway brings school holidays, Sankthans, and World Cup excitement, set against...
06/05/2026

Blossoming June, big expectations

June in Norway brings school holidays, Sankthans, and World Cup excitement, set against strikes, budget debates, and global worries, as everyday life balances serious headlines with light summer evenings, boats on the water, and football on screen....

June in Norway brings school holidays, Sankthans, and World Cup excitement, set against strikes, budget debates, and global worries, as everyday life balances serious headlines with light summer evenings, boats on the water, and football on screen.

Chinese nationals arrested in NordlandNorwegian police have arrested two Chinese nationals linked to a suspected front c...
06/05/2026

Chinese nationals arrested in Nordland

Norwegian police have arrested two Chinese nationals linked to a suspected front company accused of trying to set up a covert satellite receiver in northern Norway, raising concerns about espionage near key military bases and the Andøya spaceport....

Norwegian police have arrested two Chinese nationals linked to a suspected front company accused of trying to set up a covert satellite receiver in northern Norway, raising concerns about espionage near key military bases and the Andøya spaceport.

Omfattende byggeplaner i naturenNorway faces a nature crisis as a new report shows massive development planned in forest...
06/03/2026

Omfattende byggeplaner i naturen

Norway faces a nature crisis as a new report shows massive development planned in forests, mountains, and coastline, threatening key outdoor areas and sparking fierce debate over wind power, cabin sprawl, and how politicians will protect wild landscapes....

Norway faces a nature crisis as a new report shows massive development planned in forests, mountains, and coastline, threatening key outdoor areas and sparking fierce debate over wind power, cabin sprawl, and how politicians will protect wild landscapes.

Life before the Vikings — The Nordic Iron AgeA look at the Nordic Iron Age, when iron reshaped daily life, powerful chie...
06/02/2026

Life before the Vikings — The Nordic Iron Age

A look at the Nordic Iron Age, when iron reshaped daily life, powerful chieftains rose, ships and sails opened the seaways, art and runes flourished, and new archaeological and historical insights reveal the world that gave birth to the Viking Age....

A look at the Nordic Iron Age, when iron reshaped daily life, powerful chieftains rose, ships and sails opened the seaways, art and runes flourished, and new archaeological and historical insights reveal the world that gave birth to the Viking Age.

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