Norway News in English

Norwegian Justice System Condemned in Historic Miscarriage of Justice

A landmark report condemns Norway's justice system for failing Viggo Kristiansen, who was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly 21 years. The Baneheia Committee cites flawed evidence assessment and institutional bias as key causes.

Baneheia Murders: Wrongful Conviction Report Sparks Judicial Reckoning

A new report reveals why Viggo Kristiansen was wrongfully convicted in the 2000 Baneheia child murders. Mobile evidence had nearly excluded him, and experts say the case should have been reopened in 2011.

Norway Royal Scandal: Woman Details Høiby Allegations

A Norwegian woman testifies she felt alone reporting Marius Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, for filming her without consent. She says accusing someone from the royal family 'costs more.'

Norway Local News Digital Readers Up 7.6% in 2025

Norway's local newspapers saw digital readership rise 7.6% in 2025 while print declines. National papers lost readers, highlighting a shift toward hyperlocal news. Is this digital growth enough to secure their future?

Norway Court Keeps Media in High-Profile Trial

Oslo District Court allowed Aftenposten and Dagbladet to keep covering a major trial despite accidental photo breaches. The judge prioritized fair proceedings over punishment, citing corrective steps by both outlets.

Norway Public Sector Wage Fight Looms

Norway's public sector wages rose 4.6% in 2024, but unions warn a funding gap vs. private sector pay could drive workers away. A tough 2025 negotiation looms.

Norway Wolf Count Reaches 51–55 This Winter

Norway Boss Wakes Apprentice Daily: A Fix for Gen Z Struggles

Norway Inflation Forecast: 3% Price Rise Expected in 2026

Norway Fatal Truck Blind Spot Incident

Norway Voldtektssak: Kvinnens vitneforklaring i retten

En kvinne i Oslo beskriver i retten hvordan hun våknet med en «guffen magefølelse» etter å ha vært sammen med Marius Borg Høiby. Hun sier hun ikke ga samtykke til filming – og følte seg krenket. Saken stiller store spørsmål om samtykke i beruset tilstand.

Norway Rolls Out Digital Pregnancy Health Cards

Norway has launched a digital pregnancy health card for all general practitioners, replacing the outdated paper version. Municipal health stations will join in March, streamlining prenatal care nationwide.

Norway Housing Tax Model Sparks Crisis for Pensioners

Norway's new home valuation model is causing massive tax hikes, especially for pensioners. Senterpartiet demands urgent fixes from Finance Minister Stoltenberg before 2026.

Norway Theft Arrest: Girlfriend Called Police

A theft in Bergen led to an unusual arrest after the suspect's girlfriend called police looking for him. Her call helped officers locate two other suspects. Multiple other incidents occurred the same night, including a bus theft attempt and a water rescue at Bryggen.

Norway Launches Digital Maternity Card Nationwide

Norway has launched a digital maternity card for all pregnant women, replacing paper records. GPs can use it now; health stations join in March. The move aims to improve care coordination and safety.

Norway Woman Found Hypothermic in Trøndelag

A young woman was found severely hypothermic outdoors in Verdal, Trøndelag, and airlifted to St. Olav’s Hospital. Authorities say she likely spent hours in freezing conditions. The incident raises concerns about winter safety and emergency response in rural Norway.

Norway Reopens Baneheia Case: New Report Released

Norway releases new findings in the Baneheia case, examining why Viggo Kristiansen was wrongfully imprisoned for 21 years. The report highlights systemic failures and sparks calls for justice reform.

Norway's Border Shopping Drops But Costs Rise

Norwegians made fewer trips to Sweden in 2025 but spent more per visit amid rising prices and a weak krone. Fuel purchases surged 33% after Swedish tax cuts.

Norway Royal Contacts Charities Over Epstein Ties

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces scrutiny over past ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The Royal Secretariat has contacted charities under her patronage, including Kirkens SOS and Amandusfestivalen, to maintain dialogue as organizations weigh their next steps.

Norway Braces for Extreme Cold: Arctic Air Returns

Norway faces another extreme cold wave, with temps dropping to -35°C. Experts rule out sudden stratospheric warming for now—but warn it could return by late February, delaying spring.

1 in 5 Norwegian Women Raped, New Report Links Assault to Self-Harm

A new Norwegian report shows rape survivors are far more likely to self-harm or attempt suicide. Health officials call for urgent intervention as assault cases grow more severe.

Norway Halts 2 Key Factories as Power Prices Soar

Elkem ASA shuts down all production at two major plants in Northern Norway, forcing temporary layoffs for 375 workers. The company blames crippling electricity prices and weak European demand for ferrosilicon and silicon.