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Norway sets 2028 target for rare-earth mining plan

Norway's government said Wednesday that it aimed to deliver a plan by 2028 "at the latest" to exploit Europe's largest known rare-earths deposit, a project that has been held up by…

The Local Norway · 15 hrs ago

Why are Norwegian school students doing so badly in global rankings?

If you have children in Norwegian schools, you might have been worried by recent headlines calling the level of education in Norway "catastrophic." So what is really going on in…

The Local Norway · 16 hrs ago

Norwegian diplomat behind Oslo Accords apologises for Epstein ties

A prominent former Norwegian diplomat, one of the architects of the Oslo Accords, apologises for his dealings with late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in a documentary to be…

The Local Norway · 18 hrs ago

Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Norway enters the darker half of the year after the autumn equinox, authorities consider emergency speed limits following a surge in cycling deaths, and more news on Wednesday.

The Local Norway · 21 hrs ago

COMPARE: How expensive are fuel prices around Europe right now?

Fuel prices are rocketing around Europe but in some countries the cost of filling a tank is far higher than in others, partly because governments are taking different measures to…

The Local Norway · 2 days ago

Why cross-border shopping in Sweden just got cheaper for Norway residents

The Norwegian krone has gained 14.5 percent in value against the Swedish krona since the start of the year. This difference means you can now save more on groceries, fuel, and…

The Local Norway · 3 days ago

EU to pursue ban on Arctic drilling despite Norway's dismay

The EU will maintain its call for a ban on oil and gas drilling in the Arctic, a European Commission spokesman said Monday, despite opposition from Norway, one of the continent's…

The Local Norway · 3 days ago

How to apply for Norway's new senior home adaptation grant

The Norwegian government and the State Housing Bank have started accepting applications for a new grant that helps older residents adapt their homes. Here’s how you can apply.

The Local Norway · 3 days ago

Nordic broadcasters pull documentary on Russian spying amid fears AI could unmask sources

Danish public broadcaster DR and Norway's NRK have removed a documentary on Russian intelligence activities from their streaming services, fearing that AI tools could be used to…

The Local Norway · 3 days ago

IN NUMBERS: How many Britons have residency permits across Europe?

Of the 920,000 British citizens who had a residence permit in EU countries at the end of 2025 most of them are concentrated in three countries, new data has revealed.

The Local Norway · 5 days ago

UPDATE: Which routes are impacted by Norway’s train strike?

Disruptions from the train strike that started last Friday are set to escalate. Here are the affected routes from Tuesday to Thursday.

The Local Norway · 6 days ago

TELL US: Parents, what are your impressions of the Norwegian school system?

The Local is looking to hear from foreign parents about their experiences with the Norwegian school system. Please take a moment to share your thoughts in our short survey.

The Local Norway · 14 days ago

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