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Best photos from Norwegian Princess Märtha Louise's wedding

The Norwegian king’s eldest child Princess Märtha Louise married Durek Levett, an American self-professed shaman in the picturesque small town of Geiranger.

Business

Could Britain's soaring taxes push energy companies to Norway?

UK taxes on oil and gas profits have risen from 40% to about 78% in the past three years, prompting several energy companies to think about pulling out of the country.

Climate

Europe's Sámi peoples are using food diplomacy to save the Arctic

The Sámi community want to protect their long-earned gastronomic traditions across the continent.

Europe News

Norway plans new measures to stop Russians buying property unchecked

Authorities in both Norway and Finland have noticed a trend of buyers connected to the Kremlin snapping up property near sensitive military sites.

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Europe News

Norway's LGBTQ community party at the Pride parade in Oslo

According to the Brussels-based NGO ILGA-Europe, Norway this year ranks the 8th best state in Europe for the LGBTQ community.

Economy

Krone rises as Norway holds firm over interest rate decision

Unlike its counterparts for Sweden, Switzerland and the euro zone, Norges Bank is holding back on interest rate cuts.

Experiences

El Camino de Santiago alternatives that are cheaper and quieter

Already feeling the heat in Europe? Plan an autumn hike along these quiet alternatives to the Camino.

Art

Meet Tomas Colbengston, winner of art's most prestigious print award

The Sámi artist is the latest recipient of The Queen Sonja Print Award, the world’s most important prize for printmaking.

Europe News

Brussels has six more defence partnerships in pipeline: Borrell

The announcement follows deals with Moldova and Norway as the bloc attempts to bolster its military credentials.

Europe News

EU Council chief Michel supports recognition of Palestinian statehood

Three European countries — Ireland, Spain and Norway — now formally recognise a state of Palestine.

Europe News

Palestinian prime minister in Brussels for more support from EU

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the Palestinian Authority is making reforms that would allow it to govern Gaza after the war.

Art

How a grain silo became home to the largest collection of Nordic art

Home to the largest collection of Nordic art, a converted grain silo is putting Kristiansand on Europe's cultural map.

Art

'Paintings on Paper': A riveting new Rothko exhibition opens in Norway

While best known for his large-scale rectangular colour fields, a new exhibition in Oslo highlights Rothko's more than 1,000 paintings on paper.

Markets

Town-sized private land in the Arctic is up for sale for €300 million

The 15,000 acre plot is halfway between Norway and the North Pole. It lies at the heart of a pristine wilderness which has provoked debate over climate change and is the focus of geopolitical tensions among global powers who are eager to exploit the natural resources of the Arctic region.

Tech News

Sex offender asks Norwegian court to declare social media a right

The unnamed offender was sentenced last year to 13 months in prison and banned from using Snapchat for two years.

Experiences

Europe’s wildest nature escapes are home to bears, whales and lynx

Here's how to encounter Europe’s breathtaking wildlife responsibly.

Economy

How reliant are European nations on North Sea infrastructure?

Countries like the UK and Norway are still significantly reliant on North Sea energy resources. However, harsher tax measures have led to several energy companies, such as Shell, pulling back from their offshore oil fields.

World News

Norway becomes latest European state to boost defence spending

Earlier this month, oil-rich Norway said it wants to increase the number of conscripted soldiers from 9,000 to 13,500 by 2036.

Norway

Norway follows Denmark with plans to conscript thousands more soldiers

Russia's attack on Ukraine has given northern European countries an impetus to beef up their militaries.

Health news

Why are Nordic countries so happy and what can we learn from them?

Happiness and general well-being are not about money, but they do have something to do with a wallet.