Capital city politics, business, culture, and local events from Oslo
Sámi activists have entered the fifth day of a hunger strike outside Norway's parliament, demanding action on land rights linked to the Fosen wind farm and the Mineral Act. Police are monitoring the protest, but no new government negotiations have been announced. The strike's critical stage raises serious health concerns and political pressure.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will speak in Oslo on March 28 to detail the alliance's enhanced defense posture in the Nordic region. His speech at NUPI will focus on the strategic importance of the High North and the operationalization of new regional plans. A press conference will follow the address.
The Norwegian Nurses Union is escalating its strike, with 1500 more nurses walking out on March 27. The action affects major hospitals in Oslo, Bergen, and Trondheim, impacting patient care. The government says it is monitoring the situation as hospitals activate contingency plans.
Norwegian AI startup Autonoma is set to announce a major funding round, potentially exceeding 500 million NOK. The Oslo-based firm, which develops autonomous inspection systems for maritime and industrial use, has scheduled a press conference for March 26. Investors SNÖ Ventures and Investinor will participate in the announcement.
The Oslo District Court will deliver its verdict tomorrow in the aggravated fraud case against influencer Emma Johnsen. She is accused of defrauding over 150 followers of 4.2 million NOK via a fake cryptocurrency scheme. Johnsen has pleaded not guilty, claiming she was also a victim.
Norway's first impeachment court case in over 30 years begins, with former Prime Minister Erna Solberg and former Fisheries Minister Harald T. Nesvik facing charges. The trial, related to aquaculture license allocations, is expected to last three weeks. Both defendants deny any criminal wrongdoing.
Team Pølsa's performance at Oslo's Holmenkollen venue led to an emotional national story. A supporter was moved to tears, stating a key figure 'means too much.' The niche sports achievement is trending across Norway.
27-year-old deputy mayor Julianne Ofstad elected to lead Oslo's fractured Progress Party amid internal divisions over cooperation with city government.
Oslo Taxi driver charged with sexually assaulting disabled passenger during TT transport service, exposing gaps in Norway's disability service safeguarding and monopoly vulnerabilities.