All news on the topic: Norway

26 Feb 2025 924

British climber killed in tragic Norway avalanche while scaling frozen waterfall with friend

The daring duo, whose identities remain unknown, took on the icy slope of the frozen falls known as The Gausta Marathon in Norway, but disaster struck when a wall of ice and snow crashed down upon them.

Crime

14 Feb 2025 700

Norwegian royal ’assaulted TV presenter at a party in the basement of the family castle, and cops now have a video of the attack’

The son of Norway’s Crown Princess is alleged to have abused a TV presenter at a party in a castle basement, and it’s believed the police possess a video of the reported incident.

World

05 Feb 2025 705

NATO scrambles fighter jets to intercept two Russian bombers

Two Norwegian jets rushed to respond after four Russian planes flew dangerously close to NATO airspace yesterday.

News

26 Dec 2024 880

Rescuers work to save bus passengers after crash kills at least three

A bus crash has killed at least three people in Norway after running into rough conditions and swerving off the road.

17 Dec 2024 995

Inside the world’s longest and deepest £1.6bn underwater tunnel

Norway is building a futuristic new underwater tunnel for cars with floating sections which will dramatically reduce journey times.

World

27 Nov 2024 971

Son of Norway’s crown princess released from custody amid rape allegations

Marius Borg Hoiby has denied the claims, according to reports.

World

19 Nov 2024 931

Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Norwegian princess, arrested on suspicion of rape

Marius Borg Høiby, detained in August following an incident at a woman’s apartment in Oslo, was arrested on Monday evening.

World

13 Nov 2024 811

Russian ’spy’ beluga whale ’was trained to guard Kremlin’s military base but fled due to its rebellious nature’

A Beluga whale that was branded a Russian spy by some onlookers fled a training programme to guard a military base, a scientist has claimed.

News

26 Sep 2024 863

Southern Water is considering importing water from Norwegian fjords to supply the UK

Contingency plan using sea tankers to deal with future shortages would be paid for from customers’ bills

World

05 Sep 2024 917

The beloved Russian "spy whale" is believed to have been shot and killed by poachers

A famous white whale accused of being a Russian spy was shot to death by poachers, animal rights groups claim.

Politics

02 Sep 2024 1144

North Sea oil firm Neo slows investment amid windfall tax concerns

Battle ahead for Labour as it introduces higher taxes and tougher environmental rules on producers

World

01 Sep 2024 1005

Hvaldimir: Russian ’spy’ whale found dead in Norway

Hvaldimir was first spotted near the Norwegian island of Ingoya in April 2019. He was wearing a harness and what appeared to be a mount for a small camera which read "equipment St Petersburg".

Investigation

30 Aug 2024 1079

Despite sanctions, Norway buys millions in fish from Russian politician

Despite sanctions, Norway continues to buy millions of dollars worth of fish from a Russian senator, circumventing sanctions

Crime

25 Aug 2024 1181

Norway’s border guards on the front line in the fight against a ’cocaine tsunami

The nordic nation has become a gateway to Europe for South American drug traffickers

World

29 Jul 2024 947

Drug smugglers targeting Oslo as a gateway into Europe

Mayor of Norwegian capital, Anne Lindboe, says drugs worth up to £570m have entered through the port

Politics

22 May 2024 1046

Ireland, Spain and Norway to recognise Palestinian state

Irish leader declares ‘unequivocal support’ for two-state solution, as Israel recalls ambassadors from Dublin, Madrid and Oslo

12 Mar 2024 925

Underrated railway is one of world's most beautiful from waterfalls to mountains

One of the most beautiful train journeys in the world takes passengers from sea level surrounded by beautiful fjords through to a station in the snow-capped mountains

01 Feb 2024 854

Brits can see Northern Lights for as little as £68 a night next month

Travel experts from Expedia have compiled a list of all the cheapest places to glimpse the aurora borealis throughout 2024

News

30 Jan 2024 1433

Weather charts show 550-mile wall of snow set to hit Britain next week

Millions of Brits are set to be hit by a massive wall of snow covering hundreds of miles, according to new maps created by WX Charts, starting early next week

News

27 Jan 2024 1021

One energy drink a month could be enough to harm your sleep, scientists warn

Drinking cans of caffeine based energy drinks such as Monster or Red Bull could contribute to developing insomnia or sleep problems a team of Norwegian researchers has found.

Sport

18 Nov 2023 1189

Haaland doctor gives worrying injury update ahead of Man City vs Liverpool

Manchester City fans face an anxious wait over the fitness of Erling Haaland after the Norway striker picked up an injury in his country's 2-0 defeat against Serbia

World