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Norway overtakes Sweden in space race with historic satellite launch from Andøya

Norway is ahead of Sweden in the space race. A space rocket has been launched from Norwegian soil, putting small satellites into orbit around the Earth.

King Haakon VIII takes the throne after Harald V’s death

After the death of Harald V, Norway has a new king. Crown Prince Haakon has become King Haakon VIII, with a queen at his side.

King Harald’s condition remains very serious, Norwegian court says

Norway is holding its breath. According to the court, King Harald's health condition remains "very serious." In Oslo, people flocked to Slottsplassen to honor the 89-year-old monarch.

Norway teen arrested over alleged axe attack plot against preschool

A 16-year-old boy is in custody in Norway on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack with an axe and a knife on a preschool.

Oslo Airport to close for five hours as strike cancels flights to and from Stockholm

Oslo Airport Gardermoen will be completely closed to traffic for five hours on Sunday when Norwegian air traffic controllers go on strike. Four departures to and four arrivals from Oslo at Arlanda have been canceled.

Norway face role model England in historic World Cup quarter-final

England has been Norway's football role model for decades. Now Norway has the chance to crush big brother's World Cup dreams. If we win, we will both celebrate and thank England, says NRK columnist Jan Petter Saltvedt.

Details: Haaland on the bench for Norway against France

Norway will play France in the final group match of the World Cup. Norway's national team head coach, Ståle Solbakken, will make ten changes to the starting lineup compared with their previous match, several Norwegian media outlets report.

Hien criticized after shocking performance, teammates defend him

Isak Hien, 27, has been heavily criticized after his mistakes against the Netherlands. In Norway, Hien's performance has been called "shocking" - but he has the support of his teammates. "If you concede five goals, you are never satisfied as a defender," says Hien.

Punished with urine - now Iraq is playing the World Cup again

Imprisonment, beatings and humiliation. These were the consequences suffered by Iraqi national team players after a loss under Saddam Hussein's regime. Forty years after its only World Cup appearance to date, it's time again for Iraq. A broken, war-torn country is ready for the biggest football stage again.

Support for the monarchy dips after the scandals: some call it embarrassing

Some think the royal couple is good at representing Norway, others want to change the monarchy to a republic - and one has the king in the bathroom. Crown Princess Mette-Marit's friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and the rape trial of "bonus prince" Marius Borg Høiby have stress-tested the Norwegian monarchy. That's bad, says Oslo resident Målfrid Kile.

Crown Princess Mette-Marit on Epstein: Deceived and manipulated

Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit breaks silence about her friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. "Of course I wish I had never met him," says the Crown Princess.

Crown Princess Mette-Marit borrowed a home from Epstein, says it is embarrassing

Princesses, the U.S. Commerce Secretary and Donald Trump are all mentioned in newly released files linked to the late, convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. "It is simply embarrassing," said the Norwegian Crown Princess.

Lottery draws on Norwegian television to end after 40 years

Haaland gives the shirt to Åge Hareide's grandson

Norwegian Erling Braut Haaland scored his 18th and 19th goals of the Premier League season at home against West Ham. The Manchester City star is now donating the match jersey he wore to Åge Hareide's grandson.

Iceland boycotts Eurovision

Iceland joins the countries that will not participate in the Eurovision Song Contest next year, reports public service broadcaster Rúv.

Thousands of Airbus planes recalled

A fault on thousands of Airbus planes needs to be fixed. Many of them need to be taken out of service.

Cancer-stricken Hareide: "No more coaching jobs"

Åge Hareide has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. The cancer has caused him to have limited speech and problems with motor skills, among other things.

Johaug rages against obesity medicine: "Should be banned"

The Swedish national ski team has been sponsored by Novo Nordisk, which manufactures the obesity drug Ozempic. Former ski queen Therese Johaug is reacting sharply to the fact that diet pills have now found their way into the sport. The drugs should be banned, she says.

Therese Johaug to Cover Olympics for NRK Shortly After Giving Birth

It is just over 70 days until Therese Johaug, 37, is expected to give birth to her second child, and 100 days until the Olympic Games in Milano/Cortina. The former cross-country star has made up her mind about the championship. I will be working for NRK and I really look forward to it, says Johaug to NRK.

Norwegian Doctor Convicted of 70 Rapes Faces New Allegations

A senior physician in Norwegian Frosta who in June was convicted of 70 rapes is now suspected of even more crimes.

Gota Media Newspapers to Begin Grading Book Reviews

Seven of Gota Media's newspapers will start rating books – so that more readers can find the book reviews.

Jakob Ingebrigtsen Set to Compete in 5000m World Championship Qualifiers

The doubt is dispelled. Jakob Ingebrigtsen – who today turns 25 years old – intends to try to defend his World Championship gold from two years ago on 5,000 meters. In a few hours, he will compete with Andreas Almgren in the qualifying round.

Norway Urges EBU to Address Israel's Eurovision Participation

Norway does not intend to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest – but sets requirements for the EBU to now take a concrete stance on Israel's participation.

Norway Chooses Sentimental Value as Oscar Entry for Best International Film