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Italy demands countries take responsibility for migrant rescue boats

A row escalated on Friday over who should take care of migrants rescued by charity groups off the Italian coast, with Italy insisting that countries whose flag was flown by the boats should bear some of the responsibility and Norway disagreeing.

Reuters

Christopher Rådlund obituary

Other lives: Painter who travelled to Afghanistan as Norway’s official war artist, working in plein air under heavy military guard

The Guardian - UK

Telenor looks to support at-risk Myanmar users

OSLO: The Norwegian telecom firm Telenor says it is exploring ways to provide support to users in Myanmar who continue to face digital security risks after its exit from the country this year.

Bangkok Post

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Telenor calls for clarity on telecom merger conditions

OSLO: Norway's Telenor called on Wednesday for clarification from Thailand's telecommunications regulator on conditions imposed on a merger deal between its DTAC and rival True Corporation.

Bangkok Post

E-bus deal puts Oslo on track for zero-emissions public transport goal

Oslo is on course to become the first capital city in the world with an all-electric public transport system, targeting that goal for the end of 2023 as part of its aim to become the world's first wholly emissions-free city by 2030.

Reuters

Norway is portrayed as both hero and villain in Europe’s energy crisis

Many countries are counting on Norwegian fuel to get them through the winter months, writes Emily Rauhala. But critics call the energy income obscene

The Independent UK

More than 100 dead in Iran crackdown on Mahsa Amini protests, rights group says

At least 108 people have been killed in Iran's crackdown on more than three weeks of nationwide protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, said Oslo-based group Iran Human Rights.

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Activists in Belarus, Russia and Ukraine win Nobel Peace Prize

OSLO: Jailed Belarusian activist Ales Byalyatski, the Russian organisation Memorial and the Ukrainian group Center for Civil Liberties have won the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize, highlighting the significance of civil society for peace and democracy.

Bangkok Post

Belarus, Russia, Ukraine rights activists win Nobel Peace Prize

Ales Bialiatski, Memorial and Center for Civil Liberties named winners at Oslo ceremony.

Al Jazeera

Nobel peace prize 2022 awarded to human rights campaigners in Ukraine, Russia and Belarus – as it happened

Nobel committee awards Ales Bialiatski from Belarus, Russian human rights organisation Memorial and Ukrainian human rights organisation Center for Civil Liberties

The Guardian - UK

Nobel panel to announce winner of peace prize

The winner, or winners, of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize will be announced Friday at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo

The Independent UK

Kerala to host Norwegian investors’ meeting in January 2023

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan interacted with the Norwegian business community in Oslo as part of his European tour.

The Hindu

Factbox-How does the Nobel Peace Prize work?

The winner of the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on Oct. 7 in Oslo. Here is a look at how the award works:

Reuters

Nobel Peace Prize could condemn Ukraine war or highlight climate change

This year's Nobel Peace Prize could condemn the war in Ukraine by recognising opponents of Russian President Vladimir Putin, the volunteers who have helped civilians, or Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who ranks high on bookmakers' lists.

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Several people try to enter Iranian Embassy in Oslo

Police in Norway say several people in a violent crowd attempted to enter the Iranian Embassy in Oslo

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Two more suspects arrested over Oslo gay bar shooting

Norwegian police said on Monday two men had been arrested on Sunday on suspicion of involvement in a mass shooting that killed two people and wounded 21 in and around an Oslo gay bar in June.

Reuters

Second suspect wanted over Oslo gay bar shooting, police say

A second man is now wanted on suspicion of involvement in a mass shooting that killed two people and wounded 21 in and around an Oslo gay bar in June, Norwegian police said on Friday.

Bangkok Post

Death toll in Iran protests reaches 31

At least 31 civilians have been killed in crackdowns by Iranian security forces on protests that have erupted over the death of a young woman after her arrest by the morality police, an Oslo-based NGO said Thursday.

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Evening Standard

Norwegian man charged with attempted murder after stabbing near Liverpool St Station

Egidijus Kotovas, 29, of Oslo, has been arrested after a man was stabbed in the neck

The Conversation

Why 'mercy' killing wild animals is so controversial

Two wild animals that strayed from their ordinary habitats and into close proximity to humans were recently killed in high-profile cases. The life of Freya the walrus was ended by officials in Oslo on August 14 2022, reportedly because the animal posed a threat to humans. Four days earlier, the…

Wales Online

Holiday deals to off-beat destinations will help avoid crowds and cut costs

From a beachfront resort in Bulgaria to a city centre hotel in the heart of Oslo, there are plenty of great deals available

The Independent UK

Photographer who befriended Freya the walrus condemns Norway for her ‘murder’

“It’s abhorrent and unbelievable that a wild animal is being murdered due to human behaviour,” says Hugh Harrop

The Guardian - UK

Norway was right to put down Freya the walrus, prime minister says

Jonas Gahr Støre speaks out after criticism from campaigners, while a zoologist says decision was inevitable

The Independent UK

The magic of Øya, the world’s greenest music festival

From climate consciousness and a superb line-up to fjord frolicking and pristine loos – Norway is on to something special with this Oslo event

Daily Mirror

Freya the walrus put to sleep 'due to human safety concerns' after tourists flock to her

The 1,300 pound walrus, who occupies the Oslo fjord in Norway, shot to fame after getting up close and personal to tourists

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