TNP - News from Norway

Still Possible To Have a Low-budget Summer Holiday in Norway

Sat, 25 May 2013 09:37:34 +0000

Are you still unsure about what to do in holiday? It can be possible to have an enjoyable break for a few days in one of the State Forest Directory�s (Statskog SF) cottages.

Advice on Choosing Your Dentist in Norway

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:19:45 +0000

Norway is known as one of the most expensive countries in Europe to receive dental treatment. So, it might become a double nightmare for many to go to dentist. However, if you are well informed about the procedures, you can find a more affordable dental care plan.

Railways closed: NSB Cannot Provide Alternative Transport

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:01:35 +0000

The heavy rain creates major problems for rail traffic in eastern Norway. R�rosbanen and Kongsvingerbanen have problems - and Dovrebanen is completely closed between Oslo and Domb�s.

Norway Signs Letter of Intent with the Syrian Opposition

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:43:59 +0000

Norway signed a memorandum of understanding with the Syrian opposition for further cooperation between Norway and the Syrian national coalition.

Aker Solutions to double subsea manufacturing capacity in Brazil

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:25:20 +0000

Aker Solutions today laid the foundation stone of a new plant in Paran� that will double the company�s subsea production capacity in Brazil.

FrP is to Limit Sick Pay

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:37:55 +0000

Progress Party (FrP) considers to introduce lower payment on sick leave.

The Belgian mathematician Pierre Deligne received the Abel Prize from His Majesty King Harald V at an award ceremony at the University Aula in Oslo, today, 21st of May.

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:37:31 +0000

The Belgian mathematician Pierre Deligne received the Abel Prize from His Majesty King Harald V at an award ceremony at the University Aula in Oslo, yesterday, 21st of May.

Short Term Summer Weather Leaves for Rain

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:21:04 +0000

After a few days of glorious summer, the temperatures drop and rain clouds gather over Oslo.

Breivik�s Advocate Defends His Book

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:50:15 +0000

Lawyer of Anders Behring Breivik, Geir Lippestad has informed the Bar Association about his highly criticized book.

Priests Breaks the Law for Protesting Sleeping Ban in Oslo

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:18:16 +0000

Priests and deacons from across the country gathered to sleep in Sofienbergparken in Oslo on Monday night to protest the new law prohibiting to sleep outdoors.

Environment Party�s Controversial Proposals Surprise Norwegians

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:59:47 +0000

The work program of the Norwegian Environment Party (Milj�partiet De Gr�nne) has a series of controversial policy priorities including stopping oil production and decriminalizing of drug use in Norway.

Norwegian Ministers and Diplomats Sued in Sri Lanka

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:07:15 +0000

Jonas Gahr St�re, Erik Solheim and nine other Norwegian diplomats to be sued in Sri Lanka.

A Design Nation is to Revive Again

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:49:50 +0000

Norwegian design has a strong cultural foundation but can Norway continue to brand itself as a design nation in the future?

Norway�s Artful Explorations are New to You

Sat, 18 May 2013 09:15:51 +0000

What could motivate you to go somewhere in Norway in this season? We list 6 extraordinary artful alternative attractions of Norway which you might not have thought to visit before.

Norwegian Fish Soup with a South African Touch

Sat, 18 May 2013 08:22:36 +0000

Norwegian chief Kristen Skoken tells how to make a delicious Norwegian fish soup with a South African touch.

Outdoor Sleeping Ban in Oslo Stirs Debate

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:15:45 +0000

On Wednesday, Oslo City Council has banned sleeping in parks and sidewalks. Sleep prohibition may also apply to ticket queues.

Where is Saudi Arabian Society Heading?

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:36:57 +0000

Unlike many other countries within the MENA, Saudi Arabia appeared to be immune from the "Arab Spring" that fell upon the region and changed a number of societies dramatically. But is it the real picture of this relatively closed nation?

More than a National Day: Understanding May 17th

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:40:38 +0000

Every nation has a national day but probably very few of them are so enthusiastically and uniquely celebrated like May 17th.

How are we emotionally connected with universal nature?

Thu, 16 May 2013 07:51:51 +0000

When we look around us, we see an environment that influences how we feel. When we see inside of ourselves, we see ourselves through our feelings which influence how we see the environment...

Bomb Panic in Oslo

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:56:49 +0000

A mysterious bag in front of Finance Ministry caused panic in Oslo. The destroyed bag turned out to have only clothes.

Half of All Foods are Mislabeled

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:22:05 +0000

A new report from Mattilsynet (Food Safety Agency) shows that almost half of the foods in stores are labeled incorrectly.

Norway to Revise Terrorist Organizations List After the Elections

Wed, 15 May 2013 05:06:19 +0000

A new conservative government will expand Norway�s terrorist organizations list, including FARC, Hamas and PKK.

EEA Authorities Makes Unannounced Inspection to Statoil Headquarter

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:05:11 +0000

Statoil�s office in Stavanger is today subject to an inspection visit by the EFTA Surveillance Authority (ESA), assisted by the Norwegian Competition Authority (Konkurransetilsynet).

Norway Still Needs 32.000 New Workers

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:54:13 +0000

Norwegian companies are looking for 32,000 new employees.

Statoil Grows in Australia

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:52:23 +0000

Statoil has signed a farm-in agreement with BP, acquiring a 30 percent equity share in four exploration licences offshore South Australia.

LO Will Close Norwegian Border for New EU Citizens

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:47:38 +0000

The Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions (LO) asks the government to limit immigration from the new EU member states.

FRP Loses Voters to Conservatives

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:31:37 +0000

20 percent of the voters who voted Progress Party (FRP) in 2009 will vote for Conservatives (H�yre) in the fall�s elections. Only 2 percent of the Conservative voters from 2009 say they will vote for FRP.

Strategies of Human Mating Lecture at the University of Oslo

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:18:46 +0000

A lecture by David M. Buss, with comments by comedian and sociologist Harald Eia and criminologist Vibeke Ottesen. WATCH LIVE.

Breivik Establishes Norwegian Fascist Party

Sun, 12 May 2013 10:50:22 +0000

22 July terrorist Anders Behring Breivik has applied to Br�nn�ysundregistrene (Norwegian Entity Registry) for establishing a Norwegian fascist party. Anti-racist organizations ask the authorities to take precautions.

Central Asia�s Fate between Russia and China

Sun, 12 May 2013 09:24:48 +0000

In this week�s TNP Global Outlook, policy analyst Amanda Paul discusses EU�s lack of action toward Central Asia, which is politically shared between China and Russia.

Food Price Inflation Surprises Economists

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:35:40 +0000

In the previous month, food prices has increased by up to 1.1 percent.

Conference on Rightwing Extremism and Hate Crime

Sat, 11 May 2013 06:41:54 +0000

Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing a two-day international conference on right-wing extremism and hate crimes in Oslo from 14 to 15. May.

Name of the Bridge Collapse Victims Announced

Sat, 11 May 2013 06:39:07 +0000

Police released the names of the victims who died during the collapse of a bridge in Trondheim on Wednesday.

Alcohol Consumption Levels in Nordic and Baltic Countries

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:09:57 +0000

Nordic Alcohol and Drug Policy Network (NordAN) publishes latest comparison of per capita alcohol consumption in Nordic and Baltic countries.

Get Ready for Colder and Rainy Weather

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:18:50 +0000

This weekend, temperatures drop by 10 degrees in many parts of the country. Northern Norway on the other hand will enjoy a sunny weather.

Tobacco producers excluded from the Government Pension Fund Global

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:10:21 +0000

The Ministry of Finance has excluded the American company Schweitzer-Mauduit International Inc. and the Chinese company Huabao International Holdings Limited from the investment universe of the Norwegian Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG) on account of their tobacco production.

Salmon Can Prevent Obesity

Wed, 08 May 2013 11:01:33 +0000

A new study by Norwegian researchers shows that too much vegetable fat in the diet stimulates the appetite and can cause obesity. Omega-3 rich salmon reduces the obesity-promoting effect.

Industry award to Aker Solutions� MPO unit

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:44:58 +0000

Aker Solutions� subsidiary Managed Pressure Operations yesterday won a prize for its riser safety system at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston.

New Measures against Begging in Norway

Wed, 08 May 2013 01:12:44 +0000

The Government proposes a new plan to limit begging in Norway.

Malaysia: It was Never About the Election

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:40:16 +0000

In TNP�s global outlook, Professor Murray Hunter analyses the recent Malaysian elections and its afterward results.

Norway Introduces Strict Measures to Combat Terrorism

Tue, 07 May 2013 11:40:27 +0000

Government proposes several amendments in the frame of works after 22 July Terror Attacks. New regulation makes punishable all kinds of preparations, training, and actively participation in terrorist organizations.

Here is Norway�s Revised Budget

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:49:43 +0000

Government spend 28 billion NOK less than the fiscal rule and proposes to use 125 billion NOK oil money this year.

Women Organizations React to Prostitution Article

Tue, 07 May 2013 01:46:43 +0000

Norwegian women organizations believe Norwegian newspaper VG�s recent coverage of prostitute Hege Grostad gives a one-sided representation of the sex industry.

New Tax Regime to Be Introduced in Norway

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:21:39 +0000

The Norwegian Government proposes tax changes from 2014 with the hope of strengthening competitiveness and profitability in the mainland economy.

Norway Considers Tax Increase in Oil Industry

Mon, 06 May 2013 09:18:24 +0000

Norway for the first time proposes to strengthen the tax pressure on oil and gas companies.

Norwegian Ice Hockey TeamWins over Denmark

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:12:45 +0000

Norwegian Ice Hockey team won its second victory in the group against the historical rival, Danish national team. With this win, Norway has moved to the top of the Group A.

Conservatives Rejected Change in Abortion Law

Sat, 04 May 2013 09:48:03 +0000

Conservative Party (H�yre) held national congress yesterday. The proposal to amend the current abortion law in Norway remarked the party�s gathering.

Weather Warms Up ; Meteorologists Warn

Sat, 04 May 2013 07:52:16 +0000

Temperatures rise up to 20 degrees in eastern Norway, accelerated snow and ice melting may lead to flood in some areas.

How to draw the line between the recent and still unsettled EU/EURO crisis and Asia�s success story?

Sat, 04 May 2013 06:42:49 +0000

Following the famous saying allegedly spelled by Kissinger: �Europe? Give me a name and a phone number!�, the author is trying to examine how close is Asia to have its own telephone number.

Norway Starts Ice Hockey WC with Victory

Sat, 04 May 2013 06:03:48 +0000

National Norwegian Hockey team won against Slovenia, 3-1