Capital city politics, business, culture, and local events from Oslo
Police in Norway have finished investigating the stabbing death of child welfare worker Tamima Nibras Juhar on Kampen in Oslo. The 18-year-old suspect remains in custody as the case moves to prosecutors, highlighting challenges in the child protection system.
A suspect in a high-profile Oslo case involving knife threats and assault denies guilt but accepts pre-trial detention. The court cited a high risk of reoffending as the trial on 38 charges gets underway.
Top diplomats Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen face serious corruption charges. Økokrim's probe links a suspicious Oslo apartment deal to their contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, shaking Norway's foreign service.
Oslo police are now investigating the nine-month disappearance of Mustafa Ahmed as a homicide. Despite no crime scene or arrests, evidence points to foul play, leaving his family in a painful limbo. Authorities are making a public appeal for information from the night he vanished in the Torshov area.
Oslo police are investigating the disappearance of Mustafa Ahmed as a murder. The 30-year-old was last seen in Torshov in September 2024. Authorities and his family are now appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Otta Skifer, a 150-year-old Norwegian slate company, has filed for bankruptcy, costing 17 jobs in Gudbrandsdalen. The firm, which supplied stone to prestigious projects like Oslo Airport, fell victim to economic pressures in the construction sector. Now, the community hopes a buyer will revive this unique industrial heritage.
Five activists convicted for blocking construction at Oslo's new Rikshospitalet to save trees are taking their case to Norway's Supreme Court. The appeal follows a split appeals court verdict and could set a major precedent for environmental protest rights.
A teenager was hospitalized with stab wounds after a youth party in Oslo's Oppsal district turned violent Saturday night. Police are investigating the serious assault, which highlights ongoing concerns about sporadic youth violence in the city's eastern neighborhoods. The incident prompts renewed focus on the balance between policing and preventive social investment.
A youth party in Oslo's Oppsal district turned violent Saturday night, resulting in one teenager hospitalized with stab wounds and another struck with a shovel. Police have two suspects in custody and are searching for others. The incident revives difficult questions about youth violence and prevention strategies in the capital.
Oslo police intervened in a violent youth party on Oppsal where two people were injured, one struck with a shovel. The incident highlights recurring challenges with large, unsupervised gatherings in the city's suburbs. While police secured the scene, the event sparks wider questions about youth social spaces and safety.
A former TV 2 foreign correspondent used his 1980s experience as a bouncer to subdue a man during an attempted pub robbery in Oslo. The incident ended with police removing several individuals and the stolen spirits gone. The event highlights unexpected citizen intervention in local crime.
Oslo's iconic Opera House faces annual repair bills of up to 6 million kroner due to marble damage from frost and foot traffic. The controversial choice of Italian marble continues to strain public funds, reviving debates about durability in public architecture. Discover how this issue impacts Norway's infrastructure policy and cultural landmarks.
Oslo police have arrested three men following a daring 2.2 million kroner jewelry heist at CC Vest. The suspects, all Norwegians known to police, were tracked down through vehicle evidence. Their custody hearing is set for Friday.
Three russe bus rental companies are suing the Norwegian government over a ban on side-facing seats and standing areas. The Oslo court case could reshape graduation traditions and set new precedents for transport safety. Read about the legal arguments and what's at stake for Norway's russe celebrations.
Three Norwegian transport companies are taking the state to court over a ban on sideways seats in russ buses. They argue the safety regulation is invalid and are seeking financial compensation for their losses. The Oslo District Court will hear the case next week.
Norway's opposition forces a major investigation into the Foreign Ministry, securing a parliamentary majority against the government's wishes. KrF's support guarantees the probe, highlighting a significant political clash over transparency and accountability in Oslo.
A text message reading "Diggg," sent by Marius Borg Høiby at the exact time an alleged rape was filmed, is central to the prosecution's case in an Oslo courtroom. The trial delves into conflicting accounts of a 2018 afterparty at Skaugum, with digital timestamps challenging claims of consensual sex.
Oslo police are investigating a string of six church burglaries in one week, with the latest at Ullern and Skøyen churches. Intruders caused significant damage, breaking historic windows and collection boxes, leaving congregations feeling violated. Church officials resist surveillance but will post signs stating no valuables are kept on site.
A new poll shows Norwegian opposition to EU membership has dropped below 50% for the first time in over a year, with the 'yes' side gaining five points. Support is strongest in Oslo and among older voters, revealing deep generational and geographic divides.