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Warmest December night ever

Norway's state Meteorological Institute has registered its highest temperature reading ever for a December night in the capital. Thermometers at its headquarters at Blindern...

Oslo’s Christmas market draws flak

A lack of snow so far this winter hasn't helped ward off complaints around Oslo's annual Christmas market in the heart of downtown. It's...

British bash Oslo Christmas tree again

Norway's annual Christmas tree gift is in place in London's Trafalgar Square, but it hasn't lit up much holiday cheer yet. The tree that...

Bars lacked early drinkers on 17th of May

The City of Oslo got lots of criticism for deciding to expand opening hours on Norway's biggest holiday of the year on the 17th...

Fortress town’s history relevant today

UPDATED: There's a reason why Halden is the only town in Norway to be mentioned in the country's national anthem. It has a long...

One last hurrah among many on the 17th of May in Halden

Norwegians were out celebrating their national day all over the country on Saturday, highlighted as always by parades featuring local school children  instead of...

‘Already enough drinking’ on the 17th of May

Not everyone was celebrating when officials in Oslo decided to liberalize rules for serving alcohol on the 17th of May, Norway's Constitution Day and...

Norway celebrated its own, authentic Liberation Day

PHOTO FEATURE: From Finnmark in the north to Oslo in the south, Norwegians were honouring their veterans and celebrating their liberation from occupation during...

Easter traffic blocked mountain road

Norwegians craving a traditional cross-country ski trek in the mountains ended up blocking a key road, frustrating police and infuriating a local mayor. The...

Oslo tree makes its way to London

City officials in Oslo are really hoping that the Christmas tree they sent to London last week arrives in good shape this year. It's...
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