Diplomats make approaches to McCain and Obama camps

September 24, 2008

Norwegian diplomats are working overtime to build contacts with both presidential candidate?s inner circle of advisors. The environment and peace-building, are issues which they hope to show how Norway can make a difference.

Electricity price may jump as exports increase

September 24, 2008

Large exports of power to the Netherlands and higher coal prices may add NOK 10,000 (USD 1,800) to household electricity bills.

Visa rejection causes uproar

September 24, 2008

Bishop Thomas Nyiwe from Cameroon was invited to take part in the investiture of the new Bishop of Møre, Ingeborg Synnøve Midttømme, on Sunday. Immigration authorities claim that his application came too late.

Online gambling takes its toll

September 24, 2008

Top community officials are among those who unwittingly lent large sums of money to finance a Norwegian bishop?s son's gambling debts. The bishop's son, meanwhile, is just one of thousands of Norwegians who have a serious problem with online play.

Oil fund caught in Chinese milk scandal

September 24, 2008

Norway's sovereign wealth fund fueled by oil revenues has invested NOK 94 million in one of the Chinese dairy companies charged with producing tainted baby formula.

Stocks fall despite oil spike

September 24, 2008

An unprecedented jump in the price of oil during the night didn't help boost share prices on the Oslo Stock Exchange Tuesday. More signs are emerging, meanwhile, that Norway's long-strong economy is also going into a decline.

103-year-old Labour Party icon still wields influence

September 24, 2008

Haakon Lie, who led Norway's Labour Party during its most powerful post-war period, celebrated his 103rd birthday this week with the release of a new book and plenty of media coverage. He willingly shared his still-sharp views on world affairs and even managed to provoke the US ambassador to Norway.

Tourist complaints rise

September 24, 2008

Norwegian hotels ended up recording a disappointing summer season this year, and those tourists who did come filed a record number of complaints. The country's famed scenery doesn't always make up for poor service or high prices.

Jagland sets sights on top European post

September 24, 2008

Veteran politician Thorbjørn Jagland said Tuesday he wouldn't seek re-election to the Norwegian Parliament. Instead, he'd rather be Norway's candidate to head the Council of Europe.

Handcuffed girl beaten by Police

September 21, 2008

A 15 year-old girl received severe bruises and black eyes in Police custody.

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