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One key opens hundreds of cabins stocked with food across Norway, where no roads, staff or reception exist, only trust

Deep in the Norwegian mountains, a hiker can reach a locked wooden cabin with no road leading to it, no receptionist and often no phone signal at all. A single small metal key still opens the door. That same standard key works across hundreds of cabins run by Den Norske…

The Times of India · Aug 25

Norway Throws Ukraine a $9.2 Billion Lifeline for 2027 as Russia's War Nears Its Fifth Year

Norway proposes $9.2 billion in Ukraine aid for 2027, with more than $7 billion focused on military support and weapons as Russia's war approaches its fifth year.

International Business Times UK · Aug 24

In 2005, French crews eradicated rats from Tromelin Island; by 2013, booby populations had more than doubled, and five seabird species later returned to breed

In 2005, Tromelin Island witnessed the successful removal of Norway rats, leading to remarkable ecological restoration. Seabird populations surged, doubling in numbers, and five other species reclaimed their breeding grounds. Additionally, robust growth in plant cover emerged throughout the island. This case underscores the critical role of invasive species removal…

The Times of India · Aug 24

Still waters run deep: why Palme d'or winner 'Fjord' questions our certainties

An isolated village in Norway sees its peaceful veneer upset by the arrival of a new family in Fjord, the Palme d'Or-winning film released in French cinemas this week. Inspired by real-life cases, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu explores questions of domestic violence, religion, culture and tolerance through a story that…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 22

Sorry Vinted and eBay, IKEA is launching a brand new marketplace where you can buy and sell old furniture – everything we know so far

The platform is launching following success in Norway and Spain

Ideal Home · Aug 22

Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'Fjord' - A worthy 2026 Palme d'Or winner?

A deeply religious Romanian family clashes with Norway's liberal principles when the couple is suspected of child abuse. This year’s Palme d’Or winner will polarise. And that’s the point.

Euronews · Aug 21

Chess: Magnus Carlsen wins Esports World Cup in Paris without losing a game

Norway’s world No 1 outclassed the field and won the $250,000 first prize at the four-day event in France

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21

Whale museum with rooftop viewpoint overlooking the sea to open in northern Norway next year

Norway’s new whale museum is set to open in 2027 in Andenes, but from arctic whale watching and scenic hikes, here’s what else you can get up to in the coastal village.

Euronews · Aug 20

‘The only way is up’: cycling Norway’s mountainous ‘Milky Way’

The Mjølkevegen was once used to bring milk from high pastures to the towns below. Now cyclists are discovering the road’s breathtaking panoramas of peaks and lakes, dotted with cosy inns

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20

King Harald of Norway taken to hospital due to blood disease

Harald has been in and out of the hospital several times in recent years

The Independent UK · Aug 18