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After recent regional election breakthroughs by the Alternative for Germany (AfD), here is an overview of radical, nationalist and far- and hard-right parties' positions across Europe in recent years.
Breakthroughs for the radical and far-right in Europe
After recent regional election breakthroughs by the Alternative for Germany (AfD), here is an overview of radical, nationalist and far- and hard-right parties' positions across Europe in recent years.
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Norway is rebuilding its immigration system through a six-year project. But will it be different this time, and are applicants truly being put first? The Local spoke to Henrik Hansen, Product Lead for the ModUlf project, to learn more.
'We truly understand that anxiety': The human side of Norway’s immigration system upgrade
Norway is rebuilding its immigration system through a six-year project. But will it be different this time, and are applicants truly being put first? The Local spoke to Henrik Hansen, Product Lead for the ModUlf project, to learn more.
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While FINN.no is still the top job portal in Norway, platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are becoming more important for job seekers and for employers looking to attract new talent.
EXPLAINED: Is social media changing how people find jobs in Norway?
While FINN.no is still the top job portal in Norway, platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are becoming more important for job seekers and for employers looking to attract new talent.
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Looking for a job in Norway and have yet to perfect your Norwegian? Don’t stress. Yes, not knowing the native language makes the job pool admittedly a lot smaller. But that doesn’t mean it is impossible. Here are our tips on how to find an English speaking job in Norway.
Tips for finding an English speaking job in Norway
Looking for a job in Norway and have yet to perfect your Norwegian? Don’t stress. Yes, not knowing the native language makes the job pool admittedly a lot smaller. But that doesn’t mean it is impossible. Here are our tips on how to find an English speaking job in Norway.
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Anyone living in Norway knows how much locals love a Grandiosa, which is jokingly dubbed the unofficial national dish. If you’ve adopted this tradition yourself, we’ve got some bad news for you.
Norway orders recall of 500,000 Grandiosa pizzas over health scare
Anyone living in Norway knows how much locals love a Grandiosa, which is jokingly dubbed the unofficial national dish. If you’ve adopted this tradition yourself, we’ve got some bad news for you.
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How do households in Europe and the United States spend their money? Official statistics reveal key and perhaps surprising differences when it comes to food and housing.
REVEALED: How Americans spend their money differently to Europeans
How do households in Europe and the United States spend their money? Official statistics reveal key and perhaps surprising differences when it comes to food and housing.
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Earlier this year, Oslo City Council shared plans to merge the city’s 15 districts into 8 larger ones. After a public consultation, city officials have now revealed their final proposed names. Do you agree with the choices?
What will Oslo’s new mega-districts be called?
Earlier this year, Oslo City Council shared plans to merge the city’s 15 districts into 8 larger ones. After a public consultation, city officials have now revealed their final proposed names. Do you agree with the choices?
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Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) are being met with growing scepticism in Norway, which is leading the world in EV adoption, but their sales continue to rise, the Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association said Friday.
Norwegians buy more Chinese EVs despite growing scepticism
Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) are being met with growing scepticism in Norway, which is leading the world in EV adoption, but their sales continue to rise, the Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association said Friday.
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Norway is known for being expensive, but this expression is for when something is beyond a bit pricey.
Norwegian expression of the day: Koste skjorta
Norway is known for being expensive, but this expression is for when something is beyond a bit pricey.
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The autumn holiday (høstferie) kicks off in 7 of Norway's 15 counties, the government pledges 240 million kroner to boost employment, and more news from Norway this Friday.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
The autumn holiday (høstferie) kicks off in 7 of Norway's 15 counties, the government pledges 240 million kroner to boost employment, and more news from Norway this Friday.
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The Norwegian government is worried about the country’s education system after what it called "catastrophic" results in the latest PISA study. Here’s what authorities are doing to try to turn things around.
EXPLAINED: What parents need to know about Norway's drastic new school plan
The Norwegian government is worried about the country’s education system after what it called "catastrophic" results in the latest PISA study. Here’s what authorities are doing to try to turn things around.
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The last Thursday of September marks 'fårikålens dag', a day to celebrate Norway's beloved national dish - an autumn meal-time staple for most Norwegians.
Discover Norway: Why Norwegians love Fårikål so much
The last Thursday of September marks 'fårikålens dag', a day to celebrate Norway's beloved national dish - an autumn meal-time staple for most Norwegians.
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For anyone living in Norway, news about the country's huge wealth is hard to miss. So why haven't residents seen any relief on their tax bills?
Norway is richer than ever - so why are taxes for residents still so high?
For anyone living in Norway, news about the country's huge wealth is hard to miss. So why haven't residents seen any relief on their tax bills?
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Norway's central bank said Thursday it had raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to 4.50 percent in a bid to curb inflation, noting that further increases might be needed.
Norway raises benchmark interest rate by quarter-point to 4.50 percent
Norway's central bank said Thursday it had raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to 4.50 percent in a bid to curb inflation, noting that further increases might be needed.
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No end in sight for Norway train strike, record October heat forecast, Norges Bank raises interest rate, and more news on Thursday.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
No end in sight for Norway train strike, record October heat forecast, Norges Bank raises interest rate, and more news on Thursday.
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Norway's government said Wednesday that it aimed to deliver a plan by 2028 "at the latest" to exploit Europe's largest known rare-earths deposit, a project that has been held up by environmental challenges.
Norway sets 2028 target for rare-earth mining plan
Norway's government said Wednesday that it aimed to deliver a plan by 2028 "at the latest" to exploit Europe's largest known rare-earths deposit, a project that has been held up by environmental challenges.
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If you have children in Norwegian schools, you might have been worried by recent headlines calling the level of education in Norway "catastrophic." So what is really going on in the schools?
Why are Norwegian school students doing so badly in global rankings?
If you have children in Norwegian schools, you might have been worried by recent headlines calling the level of education in Norway "catastrophic." So what is really going on in the schools?
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Can being born in Norway grant you or your children residency rights later in life? The answer depends on several factors, such as the nationality of the parents.
EXPLAINED: Can simply being born in Norway grant you residency rights?
Can being born in Norway grant you or your children residency rights later in life? The answer depends on several factors, such as the nationality of the parents.
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A prominent former Norwegian diplomat, one of the architects of the Oslo Accords, apologises for his dealings with late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a documentary to be broadcast Wednesday evening.
Norwegian diplomat behind Oslo Accords apologises for Epstein ties
A prominent former Norwegian diplomat, one of the architects of the Oslo Accords, apologises for his dealings with late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a documentary to be broadcast Wednesday evening.
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Norway enters the darker half of the year after the autumn equinox, authorities consider emergency speed limits following a surge in cycling deaths, and more news on Wednesday.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Norway enters the darker half of the year after the autumn equinox, authorities consider emergency speed limits following a surge in cycling deaths, and more news on Wednesday.
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Autumn school holidays are kicking off in some Norwegian counties. We look at the different holiday timings across the country and which areas have longer breaks.
How Norway's autumn school holiday dates vary across the country
Autumn school holidays are kicking off in some Norwegian counties. We look at the different holiday timings across the country and which areas have longer breaks.
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Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to tackle the crisis.
COMPARE: How expensive are fuel prices around Europe right now?
Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to tackle the crisis.
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Renting a property in Norway can be a daunting process, especially if you're not familiar with Norwegian real estate terminology. To help you navigate the rental market effectively, we've compiled a list of essential vocabulary you'll encounter in rental ads.
The key Norwegian vocab you need to understand rental ads
Renting a property in Norway can be a daunting process, especially if you're not familiar with Norwegian real estate terminology. To help you navigate the rental market effectively, we've compiled a list of essential vocabulary you'll encounter in rental ads.
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Norway's PM Støre urges Norwegians to be prepared for possible Russian threats, SAS warns of rising airfares, and more news on Tuesday.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Norway's PM Støre urges Norwegians to be prepared for possible Russian threats, SAS warns of rising airfares, and more news on Tuesday.
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The Norwegian krone has gained 14.5 percent in value against the Swedish krona since the start of the year. This difference means you can now save more on groceries, fuel, and everyday services when shopping in Sweden.
Why cross-border shopping in Sweden just got cheaper for Norway residents
The Norwegian krone has gained 14.5 percent in value against the Swedish krona since the start of the year. This difference means you can now save more on groceries, fuel, and everyday services when shopping in Sweden.
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The EU will maintain its call for a ban on oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, a European Commission spokesman said Monday, despite opposition from Norway, one of the continent's main energy suppliers.
EU to pursue ban on Arctic drilling despite Norway's dismay
The EU will maintain its call for a ban on oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, a European Commission spokesman said Monday, despite opposition from Norway, one of the continent's main energy suppliers.
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The Norwegian government and the State Housing Bank have started accepting applications for a new grant that helps older residents adapt their homes. Here’s how you can apply.
How to apply for Norway's new senior home adaptation grant
The Norwegian government and the State Housing Bank have started accepting applications for a new grant that helps older residents adapt their homes. Here’s how you can apply.
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Danish public broadcaster DR and Norway's NRK have removed a documentary on Russian intelligence activities from their streaming services, fearing that AI tools could be used to identify anonymous sources, NRK said on Monday.
Nordic broadcasters pull documentary on Russian spying amid fears AI could unmask sources
Danish public broadcaster DR and Norway's NRK have removed a documentary on Russian intelligence activities from their streaming services, fearing that AI tools could be used to identify anonymous sources, NRK said on Monday.
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If you’ve developed a good grasp of Norwegian or other languages, don’t be surprised if someone compliments you on your ‘language ear’.
Norwegian word of the day: Språkøre
If you’ve developed a good grasp of Norwegian or other languages, don’t be surprised if someone compliments you on your ‘language ear’.
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More train departures cancelled on Monday due to ongoing strike, Norwegian government launches school reforms, and more news from Norway on Monday.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
More train departures cancelled on Monday due to ongoing strike, Norwegian government launches school reforms, and more news from Norway on Monday.
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