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Bergen - The Local
WEBSix surprising things you need to do in Bergen. When people think of Bergen in western Norway, they typically picture the iconic Bryggen wharf, the Fløibanen funicular, or the Fish Market. However, the city is home to many surprising attractions and things to do that often go unnoticed. Bergen.
IN BRIEF: Norway’s new national Covid-19 measures - The Local …
WEBNov 30, 2021 · Norway’s government on Tuesday announced new measures aimed at hindering Covid-19 transmissions. The key changes relate to quarantine rules and face mask guidelines. The measures announced include more stringent isolation rules, face mask recommendations and a push to vaccinate …
Oslo - The Local
WEBWorking in Norway: What’s considered a good salary in Oslo? Oslo is home to some of Norway’s best-paying jobs and also some of the highest living expenses. The Local has crunched the numbers on what’s considered a good wage in the capital.
What is snus and why do so many Norwegians use it? - The Local …
WEBJun 28, 2021 · Less than 10 percent of people in Norway now smoke daily, while 13 percent use snus on a daily basis. Snus is a moist, powdered tobacco, which originated in Sweden in the 1800s. Tobacco had been in Sweden since the 1600s, having arrived from New Sweden, the country's short-lived colony in Delaware, the United States.
Two killed in Oslo 'terror attack': What we know so far - The Local …
WEBJun 25, 2022 · The shooter's name has not yet been released. However, the man, 42, has been charged with murder, attempted murder and terrorism, police said in a press conference on Saturday morning. According to the police, the man is a Norwegian citizen of Iranian origin. The suspect is believed to have acted alone.
Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
WEBDec 22, 2023 · Oslo still has the highest rent prices, and it is significantly more expensive than renting in Norway’s other large cities, according to new figures from Statistics Norway. On average, those who rent a 2-room apartment in Oslo and Bærum pay 13,850 kroner per month. The figure for Oslo and Bærum is 30 percent higher than the national average.
Norwegian expression of the day: Ikke sant - The Local Norway
WEBNov 11, 2021 · Directly translated to English, ikke sant means, “right”. Just as you can throw this word out in English in different contexts, you can do the same with ikke sant in Norwegian. This is where it can get a little bit confusing. For example someone can use ikke sant as a question or to clarify or confirm something.