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Norway Welcomes More Patients from Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict

Norway has received eight more patients and their relatives from the Gaza Strip, the government in Oslo reports.

Swedish Swimmer Erik Persson Falls Short in World Championship Semifinal

Erik Persson is trying to find his way back to the old times. He did not do so in the World Championship semifinal on 200 meter breaststroke in Singapore and was eliminated. Swimming is a mystery even if you have been doing it for a long time, says the 31-year-old.

Referee Assaulted at Norway Cup Reported to Police by Spanish Team

The referee who was assaulted and beaten during a match in the youth tournament Norway Cup has been reported to the police – by the Spanish team he refereed.

Man Attacks Referee at Norway Cup to Defend Brother

The Spanish citizen in his 20s who yesterday attacked a referee during a youth football tournament in Oslo admits to the attack. According to the man, however, he only tried to defend his brother.

Norwegian Embassy Guard Accused of Espionage for Russia and Iran

A Norwegian man who has worked as a security guard at the US embassy in Oslo is being prosecuted for espionage on behalf of Russia and Iran.

Støre Warns Hatred and Extremism Still Threaten Norway

Right-wing extremist terror rooted in thoughts and ideas remains in Norway and the world – and is still a threat 14 years after the terrorist attacks in Oslo and on Utøya. This is warned by Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre (Ap) in his memorial speech for the 77 people who were murdered on July 22, 2011.

Nick Cave Donates 2,000 Books to UK Oxfam Charity Store

The artist Nick Cave has donated around 2,000 books from his private collection to Oxfam's charity bookstore in Hove in the United Kingdom. The reaction among fans has been "completely crazy," says the store's manager to BBC.

Second Arrest Made in Oslo Tveita Senter Shooting