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Trump Deserves Nobel, Israel And Egypt Say; But Norway Braces For Backlash Ahead Of Expected Snub
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s President Isaac Herzog have called for President Donald Trump to receive the Nobel Peace Prize after securing a historic ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, based on his 20-point plan....

Tight security and political tension hang over key Norway v Israel World Cup qualifier
It will be the most high-security sports event in Norway since the Winter Olympics in 1994. Anti-terror measures are in place throughout Oslo; a no-fly zone will be implemented in the skies above Ullevi Stadion and through all the tension it could...

Norway preparing for Trump to seek revenge if spurned for Nobel Peace Prize: report
President Donald Trump has repeatedly and publicly demanded to be given a Nobel Peace Prize — and the government of Norway is starting to prepare for the risk he could exact revenge on their country if it doesn't happen. According to The Guardian,...

Light to Moderate Alcohol Consumption and Cancer Incidence: The Norwegian Women and Health Cohort Study
Introduction Heavy alcohol consumption (≥50 g/day) has been linked to higher incidence of several cancers, including cancer of the colorectum, female breast, oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, liver, and esophagus, and possibly to a higher risk of...

White House Responds To Trump Missing Out On Nobel Peace Prize As Norwegian Org Fetes Venezuelan Politician María Corina Machado
UPDATED, 8:24 AM: White House responded Friday to President Donald Trump not being chosen for 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, saying “President Trump will continue making peace deals, ending wars, and saving lives.” PREVIOUSLY, 2:07 AM: Norway’s Nobel...

Norway braces for blowback from Trump if he doesn't win Peace Prize
Oct. 9 (UPI) -- As the Norwegian Nobel Committee prepares to announce the Nobel Peace Prize Friday morning, Norwegians are preparing themselves for the ire of President Donald Trump who has campaigned for months to get the coveted award. The...

Norwegian Army selects Valkyrie drone swarm from Six Robotics
The Norwegian Army has selected Valkyrie, the autonomous drone swarm system developed by Six Robotics for a pilot program focused on concept and technology development, to be run across multiple Army units. Oslo, Norway, Six Robotics today...
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Stavanger Lutheran in Seneca hosts Norwegian Heritage worship service
Stavanger Lutheran Church in Seneca welcomed 150 guests Sunday, Oct. 5, for a special Norwegian Heritage worship service celebrating 200 years of Norwegian immigration to the Fox Valley. The bilingual service, conducted in Norwegian and English,...

How Norway vs Israel became football's most controversial fixture
Norway can almost reach out and touch men’s World Cup qualification. Five wins from five sees Stale Solbakken’s free-scoring side, fuelled by the goals of Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, top their group with a flawless record, and the next...

Norway on notice? Trump might impose tariffs or escalate NATO demands if he doesn't win Nobel peace prize
Donald Trump Nobel Peace Prize 2025: As there are just hours to go before the announcement of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, Norwegian politicians are preparing themselves for possible fallout in US-Norway relations, especially if US president...

Gaza vigil in Oslo commemorates thousands of Palestinian children
In a solemn tribute held in Oslo, the capital of Norway, the names of 18,459 Palestinian children who lost their lives in the Israeli genocide were read aloud and inscribed on paper. This act of remembrance took place as part of an event called...

Soccer-Norway's FA chief welcomes Israel peace deal ahead of World Cup qualifier
By Philip O'Connor (Reuters) -Norwegian Football Federation President Lise Klaveness is looking forward to meeting her counterpart from Israel ahead of their World Cup qualifier on Saturday following the announcement of a peace deal between Israel...

LIVE | Norwegian Nobel committee announces 2025 peace prize winner | Will Trump win peace award
The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner will be announced today by the Norwegian Nobel Committee. The prize honors individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to peace, conflict resolution, and humanitarian efforts worldwide....

Meet Jorgen Watne Frydnes, Norwegian Human Rights Advocate & Chair Of Norwegian Nobel Committee, Who Announced 2025 Nobel Peace Prize - VIDEO
Jorgen Watne Frydnes, the chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday announced the Nobel Peace Prize. While announcing the name of Maria Corina Machado for her contribution for the democratic rights of Venezuelans Frydnes said, "At a time...

Norway on Edge Ahead of Nobel Peace Prize Verdict
“Norway is bracing for the aftermath of the Nobel Peace Prize announcement on Friday as the Nordic nation has faced increasing pressure from Donald Trump and his administration to award it to the U.S. leader,” Bloomberg reports. “His campaign has...

White House Responds To Trump Missing Out On Nobel Peace Prize As Norwegian Org Fetes Venezuelan Politician María Corina Machado
UPDATED, 8:24 AM: White House responded Friday to President Donald Trump not being chosen for 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, saying “President Trump will continue making peace deals, ending wars, and saving lives.” PREVIOUSLY, 2:07 AM: Norway’s Nobel...

After statehood recognition, Palestinians stuck in limbo in Norway
What’s the context? Palestinians feel 'punished' as Norway leaves many in legal limbo after recognising statehood last year. Norway curtails rights after Palestinian state recognition Stateless Palestinians left in legal limbo Concerns other...

Norway concerned that pro-Palestine protesters could ruin World Cup qualification dream
There are widespread concerns within the Norwegian FA that Pro-Palestinian protesters could end up ruining Norway's hopes of qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years if they break through security in connection with the...

Is Norway’s Arctic capital ready for this year’s wave of winter tourists?
By Elizaveta Vereykina, The Barents Observer October 10, 2025 129 With the transition to winter underway, the high tourist season in Tromsø is also approaching. How will the local airport and accommodation facilities cope this time? A family from...

Why Norway-Israel World Cup qualifier could be a tense affair
A sporting event between Norway and Israel does not normally ignite political flares. The two do not share a border, or harbour historical animosity or fractious diplomatic ties. Yet, when they meet in the World Cup qualifying tie on Saturday at...