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Lesbian pastor confronts Oslo bishop

Norway's first lesbian pastor says she's fed up with "homophobic" church officials and no longer wants Bishop Ole-Christian Kvarme as her spiritual leader. Pastor...

Orange tradition lives on at Easter

Norwegians are expected to consume fully 5,000 tons of oranges this week, as they fill fruit bowls and backpacks with the popular citrus fruit....

Church plans to introduce Norwegian ‘Thanksgiving’

The Hamar diocese of the Norwegian state church has formed a committee to work towards creation of a national holiday similar to "Thanksgiving"  in...

Feathery bouquets retain popularity

It's that time of year in Norway, when women all over the country have been selling bunches of birch twigs adorned with brightly coloured...

Injuries spur call for fireworks ban

Recklessness and a rash of injuries during the New Year's holiday have led to calls for a total ban on private fireworks in the...

New Year’s baby boom in Drammen

Three babies were born within the first five minutes of 2013 at the hospital in Drammen, west of Oslo, beating out the hospital in...

New Year speeches true to tradition

Norway's monarch and prime minister held their traditional New Year's speeches, with commentators noting they were heavy on the "feel good" factor. Prime Minister...

‘Godt nyttår!’ Happy New Year!

As the low winter sun sets over a frozen lake north of Oslo, and over another year, we'd like to take the opportunity to...

Holiday images from Norway

Norwegians' dreams of a White Christmas came true over most of the country during the recent holiday period, and it became a bit extreme...

Warmer weather due over weekend

Skiers and other winter sports fans in southeastern Norway were being advised to get outside and enjoy the snow while they can. A warmer...
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