Oslo correspondent covering Norwegian politics, oil industry, and Arctic affairs
Technical issues cancel two trains on Norway's Sørlandsbanen railway connecting Oslo, Kristiansand and Stavanger. Replacement bus services operate for affected routes while authorities address the infrastructure challenges. The disruption highlights Norway's transportation reliability concerns in key economic corridors.
Norway's petroleum tax revenue reaches 382 billion kroner despite an 18% decrease from last year. The amount represents the third highest level in history while production hits record levels. Complex tax structures and market conditions explain the apparent contradiction between rising production and falling tax income.
Emergency crews confronted disturbing public behavior during a serious Oslo metro accident. Rescue commander Knut Halvorsen expressed shock at crowds filming injured victims. The incident raises questions about public decency and emergency response challenges.
Dangerous ice conditions created massive delays on Norway's crucial E6 highway through Østerdalen valley. Drivers faced hour-long waits as maintenance crews struggled with ineffective road treatments. Authorities warned travelers to avoid the route overnight amid ongoing safety concerns.
Emergency crews evacuated 65 passengers from a stranded train on Norway's Nordland Line after reindeer collisions left the train without power in extreme cold. The incident highlights infrastructure challenges in Arctic conditions and the ongoing balance between transportation and traditional reindeer herding. Rescue operations successfully transported all passengers to safety despite subzero temperatures.
Norway's Culture Council faces crisis as committee leaders awarded millions to their own organizations. Critics demand external investigation while officials defend technical compliance. The scandal threatens public trust in cultural funding systems.
Kristiansand police arrested one suspect following consecutive violent incidents at a Volleberg bus stop. The injured victim escaped on a bus but required emergency medical treatment. Authorities continue investigating the unusual double assault in this typically tranquil Southern Norwegian city.
Western Norwegian hospitals implemented emergency protocols after network failures disrupted operations at Haukeland and Haraldsplass medical facilities. The incident raises concerns about digital infrastructure reliability in Norway's healthcare system. Hospital administrators confirmed patient care continued using backup procedures during the technical issues.
Norwegian municipalities face budget crises, forcing sales of community-owned energy assets. Bodø, Vågan and others consider selling power company shares to fund schools and nursing homes. These decisions trade long-term revenue for immediate financial relief.
A train evacuation is underway on Norway's Nordland Line after a reindeer collision left passengers stranded without power or heat. Sixty-five passengers are being transported to safety using specialized vehicles and snowmobiles. The incident highlights ongoing challenges with Arctic transportation infrastructure and wildlife interactions.
A Norwegian hospital doctor faces criminal charges for alleged sexual misconduct with patients in Trøndelag. The physician denies all accusations while health authorities consider suspending his medical license. Police continue investigating whether additional victims exist beyond the two already identified.
Norwegian police are investigating a homicide in Lyngen, Troms after one person died in a violent incident. Authorities have control of the suspect and activated crisis response teams. The case highlights public safety challenges in Norway's remote Arctic communities.
Norwegian emergency services successfully stabilized a vehicle at risk of rolling into a deep ditch. The operation required coordinated efforts between police and medical personnel using specialized equipment. This incident demonstrates Norway's sophisticated emergency response capabilities in challenging terrain.
Haukeland University Hospital in Bergen experienced a one-hour network failure that forced staff to use emergency paper protocols. The disruption resulted from a problematic software update and caused delayed treatments. Norway's healthcare system faces ongoing challenges balancing digital efficiency with operational resilience.
Over sixty households in Arctic Norway face dangerous conditions without power during minus thirty degree temperatures. Utility crews work to restore electricity while emergency services check vulnerable residents. The outage highlights infrastructure challenges in remote northern communities.
Oslo police found a revolver and machete near the Royal Palace after a violent altercation. The incident near key government buildings raises security concerns in Norway's capital. Investigators believe the confrontation involved illegal drug transactions.
A Norwegian hospital doctor faces criminal charges for alleged sexual contact with patients during medical examinations. The physician denies all accusations while police continue investigating potential additional victims. The case highlights Norway's strict medical ethics enforcement and patient protection protocols.
A Norwegian hospital doctor faces investigation for alleged sexual relations with patients. The physician was arrested but released after questioning while maintaining innocence. The case tests Norway's strict medical ethics standards and patient protection systems.
A young Norwegian man received 23 million kroner compensation after a devastating motorcycle accident. The settlement covers lifelong medical care and lost income. This case highlights Norway's comprehensive approach to personal injury compensation.
A major Norwegian highway faced complete gridlock as icy conditions forced transport vehicles to halt. The incident raises questions about winter road maintenance response times in rural regions. Transport companies report significant economic impacts from the extended delays.
Norway's Green Party convenes emergency meeting as budget negotiations stall over oil policy. The party demands production phase-out plans while facing coalition resistance. This standoff reflects broader tensions in Norwegian energy and climate policy.
Norway's Green Party convenes emergency meeting as budget negotiations hit oil policy impasse. The party demands production phase-out plan while coalition partners resist. Political standoff reflects deeper tensions about Norway's energy future.
Norway's coalition government faces collapse over oil policy disagreements in budget negotiations. The environmental party has called an emergency meeting after ten days of deadlocked talks. This crisis threatens Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre's government during crucial fiscal planning.
Norwegian budget negotiations face collapse over oil policy disagreements between the government and Green Party. The dispute centers on petroleum exploration in Arctic regions with a firm November 30 deadline looming. Both sides express frustration as the standoff threatens government operations.