Norway's Vipps App: 4 Key Steps for New Users
Mastering the Vipps app is essential for life in Norway's near-cashless society. Our guide breaks down the setup and key features, explaining the tech behind Norway's payment revolution.
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Norway Society & Culture News in English
Latest society & culture news and updates from Norway in English.
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Norway Search Continues: 70-Year-Old Missing in Lyngdal
Search teams in Southern Norway continue looking for a woman in her 70s who vanished from a hiking group on Christmas Eve. The operation highlights Norway's extensive volunteer rescue system and the harsh realities of winter emergencies.
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Norway Airport Sex Incident: Police Probe Public Decency
Police are investigating after a couple was caught having sex at a busy Oslo Airport bus stop. The incident raises questions about public decency laws and social norms in Norway's highly ordered society. Legal experts explain why the very public act crossed a clear legal line.
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Norway's Christmas Eve Stabbing: Son Held for Father's Attack
A man in his 30s is charged with attempting to kill his father in Arendal, Norway, on Christmas Eve. The rare violent crime, involving a kitchen knife, shocks a nation with one of the world's lowest homicide rates.
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Norway Stabbing: Man Held After Christmas Eve Attack
A man in his 70s was seriously injured in a Christmas Eve stabbing in Arendal, Norway. Police have charged a man in his 30s with attempted murder and placed him in custody, shocking the typically peaceful coastal community.
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Norway Public Indecency: 2 Arrested at Oslo Airport
A man and woman were detained for public indecency at Oslo Airport's bus stop. The case highlights Norway's balance between personal freedom and public order, with legal experts weighing in on the implications for shared spaces.
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Norway Youth Assault: 4 Suspects Sought
A 14-year-old boy was assaulted by four men in Skien, Norway, on Christmas Day. The random attack in a typically safe city has triggered a police hunt and a community-wide discussion on youth safety and public violence.
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Norway Barn Fire: Melhus Blaze Threatens Rural Economy
A major barn fire in Melhus, Norway, threatens to spread to other farm buildings, highlighting the persistent danger these blazes pose to rural livelihoods. While no animals were inside, the economic and emotional toll on the farming family could be severe. The incident underscores the critical challenges of firefighting in remote areas and the ongoing struggle to protect Norway's agricultural heartland.
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Norway's Royal Family Celebrates Christmas Tradition
King Harald and Queen Sonja upheld a cherished national tradition with their Christmas Day service at Holmenkollen Chapel. The presence of Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett highlighted family unity amid the monarchy's evolving public role.
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Norway Banking Fees for Expats: 5 Key Costs
Norwegian bank accounts often come with monthly fees, surprising many expats. Understanding costs for BankID, cards, and transfers is key to managing finances. Our guide explains the digital system and how to bank smarter in Norway.
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Norway Police Search: Missing Woman Lyngdal
Police in southern Norway are following a Christmas Eve lead in the search for a woman missing in Lyngdal. The case highlights how Norwegian search operations mobilize police and volunteers, even on major holidays. Authorities urge anyone with information about the sighting to come forward.
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Norway House Fire: Aurskog-Høland Blaze Prompts Safety Review
A house fire in Aurskog-Høland, Norway, was quickly contained with no injuries. The incident highlights ongoing fire safety challenges in Norway's expanding commuter belt and the critical importance of prevention in rural homes.
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Norwegian Royals' Christmas: A Modern Twist
King Harald and Queen Sonja's traditional Christmas walk included Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett, signaling royal acceptance. The move highlights the monarchy's delicate balance between historic tradition and modern personal life under intense public scrutiny.
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Norway's Royals Mark 34-Year Christmas Tradition
King Harald and Queen Sonja upheld a 34-year personal tradition with their Christmas Day service at Oslo's Holmenkollen Chapel. The presence of Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett highlighted both family unity and modern challenges for the monarchy.
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Norway Search: 70-Year-Old Missing in Lyngdal
A major search is underway in Lyngdal, Norway, for a missing woman in her 70s. Police, volunteers, dogs, and a helicopter are battling freezing temperatures in the challenging terrain. The operation highlights the risks and robust response systems of Norway's wilderness.
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Norway Search for 72-Year-Old German Woman in Lyngdal
A major search is underway in southern Norway for a missing German hiker. Police are using helicopters, drones, and dog teams in freezing conditions, asking locals to check their properties for any sign of the 72-year-old woman.
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Norway Drunk Driving Crash: Driver Too Intoxicated for Questions
A serious drunk driving crash on Norway's E6 highway saw four intoxicated people hospitalized, with the driver too impaired for police questioning. The incident tests Norway's famously strict DUI laws, where a 0.02% BAC limit leads to immediate license seizure and potential jail time. We analyze the legal framework and societal challenges behind one of Europe's toughest regimes on impaired driving.
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Norway Search Continues: Missing Lyngdal Woman Not Found
Norwegian police and volunteer rescue teams are using drones, helicopters, and ground crews to search for a woman in her 70s missing since a Christmas Eve hike in Lyngdal. The challenging winter terrain and holiday timing have mobilized a major SAR operation. The search continues with no findings reported yet.
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Norway Christmas Eve Violence: 1 Hospitalized in Arendal
A violent incident on Christmas Eve in Arendal, Norway, left one man hospitalized. The event disrupts the peaceful holiday tradition in a nation known for low crime rates. Police are investigating the circumstances at the private address.
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Norway Violent Incident: 1 Man Hospitalized in Arendal
A man is hospitalized after a violent incident at a private home in Arendal, Norway. Police have one person in custody as they investigate. The event shocks the typically peaceful coastal community.
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Norway's Open Drug Scene: 1 Man Held for Christmas Eve Attack
A Christmas Eve attempted murder arrest in Oslo, linked to the city's open drug scene, tests Norway's balance between rehabilitation and public safety. High-profile lawyer John Christian Elden is defending the suspect, who faces strict pre-trial detention. The case forces a hard look at a persistent urban challenge in one of the world's safest countries.
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Norway Train Conductor Assault: 1 Christmas Attack
A train conductor was violently assaulted by an intoxicated passenger at Nydalen station in Oslo on Christmas Eve. The incident has disrupted travel on the Gjøvik Line and sparked serious debate about the safety of public transport workers in Norway.
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Norway Search: 1 Missing Person in Lyngdal
A major search is underway in Lyngdal, Norway, for a person missing since Christmas Eve. Emergency services and volunteers are combing challenging winter terrain in a race against time and harsh conditions.
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Norway Search: Missing Person in Lyngdal Christmas Eve
A major search is underway in Lyngdal, Norway, for a person missing since Christmas Eve. Rescue teams face challenging winter terrain as police and national coordination centers lead the effort. The operation highlights Norway's extensive search and rescue network during a holiday crisis.
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