Norway’s Jakob Ingebrigtsen, fresh off a fourth-place finish in the 1500m final, secured his place in the 5000m final with a strong performance in the heats. Despite a slower pace, he led the race from the front and finished in 13:51.59, looking to make it a hat-trick after winning the 5000m at the last two world championships.
A Norwegian top-flight match between Rosenborg BK and Lillestroem was suspended after fans protested the use of VAR by throwing fishcakes, tennis balls, and smoke bombs onto the field. The referee abandoned the match after a series of disruptions, highlighting the growing controversy surrounding VAR in Norwegian football.
Nestled amidst the stunning Lofoten Islands of Norway, the Dragon’s Eye is a captivating natural formation resembling a reptilian eye. This pothole, sculpted by glacial meltwater thousands of years ago, features a distinctive boulder resting on white sand and algae, creating an illusion of an eye’s pupil. The Dragon’s Eye’s appearance changes with the tides, offering a mesmerizing spectacle for nature enthusiasts.
Norway will donate six F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced. This comes as NATO prepares for a summit focusing on supporting Ukraine against Russia. The donation, expected to begin in 2024, is crucial for Ukraine’s defense against Russian air attacks.
Archaeologists in Norway have unearthed a unique burial site containing dozens of graves of children from the Bronze and Iron Ages. The graves, marked by circles of meticulously placed stones, are unlike any other known burial site in Europe. The discovery has left experts baffled, prompting further investigation into the reasons behind the unusual burial practices and the significance of the site.
Avinor, Norway’s state-owned airport operator, is expanding its Remote Towers Program, adding seven new airports to the system by 2027. This expansion will see the Bodø Tower Center remotely manage a total of 18 airports, demonstrating Avinor’s commitment to efficient and sustainable air travel.
As the cruise industry recovers, Alaska and Norway emerge as top contenders, each offering unique experiences and economic benefits. This analysis compares the two destinations based on passenger numbers, revenue generation, luxury offerings, and famous cruise ships.
Rare Earths Norway announced the discovery of Europe’s largest deposit of rare earth elements within the Fen Carbonatite Complex, an ancient volcano southwest of Oslo. The estimated 8.8 megatons of rare earth oxides, including significant amounts of neodymium and praseodymium used in magnets, could transform Europe’s rare earths value chain. The company plans further drilling and a pilot plant for ore processing. This discovery highlights the global importance of secure domestic supply chains for rare earth elements, which are essential for technologies like touch screens and batteries.
Spain, Ireland, and Norway announced their recognition of a Palestinian state, potentially generating momentum for further recognition and putting pressure on Israel to engage in negotiations. These developments come amid international outrage over the civilian toll and humanitarian crisis in Gaza following Israel’s offensive and reflect growing diplomatic pressure on Israel as the conflict with Hamas continues.
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have announced an extensive expansion of their flights and city breaks to Norway for 2025, including the introduction of departures to Bergen from three additional UK bases and a significant increase in capacity. The expanded program offers trips to Bergen from seven UK airports, with new routes from Bristol, Edinburgh, and London Stansted. This expansion follows the successful launch of their 2024 program to Norway, marking Jet2’s return to Bergen after over 15 years. In addition to providing more options and earlier access to Bergen, Jet2holidays’ ‘Discover More’ product range caters to non-family bookings, couples, and solo travelers seeking discovery-based experience holidays. Packages include accommodations, flights, and full-day tours featuring boat trips along the Aurlandsfjord and Nærøyfjord and a breathtaking mountain railway journey.
