Finally, it has been scientifically proven what Gamalost fans have always known: The traditional and aromatic cheese, which translates as “old cheese”, has a positive health effect. This is partly because it contains large amounts of vitamin K2, which is… Read More ›
One portion of Skreimølje provides twelve daily doses of vitamin D. (Photo: Apertif.no) So-called Skreimølje, consisting of cod, liver and roe, is about to become very trendy in Norway. Nutritionists are embracing the new trend due to its high content of… Read More ›
2.17,4: These numbers are printed in golden letters in Norwegian history books, and it is precisely 100 years ago since they became significant. It took 23 years and 13 days – or 8,414 days – until the record was beaten…. Read More ›
Because of the polar nights numerous cross-country ski trails are flood-lit, as this one located just outside Tromsø. Photo: Peter Jensen, Kalldfornia (“Cold-fornia”) Sports Club. Norwegians are “born with skis on their feet”, and many spend their free time on… Read More ›
Dr. Mads Irgen Olsen is Northern Norway‘s answer to Dr. House. Norway’s answer to Dr. House from the famous TV series, alias chief attending physician Mats Irgen Olsen at the University Hospital of North Norway (UNN), is ready to treat… Read More ›
In 1981, Målfrid Grude Flekkøy was appointed Norway’s and the world’s first children’s ombudsman. She was given the task of creating and adjusting the position which she had for eight years. On November 2nd 2013, she passed away. She is… Read More ›
Brede A. Kvisvik’s medical knowledge will hopefully not be needed in India. Tomorrow, Magnus Carlsen moves the first piece in the World Chess Championship 2013 in Chennai, India. In addition to having the advantage of playing at home, his opponent,… Read More ›
(Photo: Norwegian.no) According to a new survey Epinion has conducted on behalf of British Airways about fear of flying in the Nordic countries, Norwegian women feel significantly less comfortable when flying than men. In fact, there are 54 percent more… Read More ›
There are many ways to avoid the ban on alcohol advertising. This beer can tower is strategically placed in a Norwegian supermarket. If you travel to Norway and order a bottle of Budweiser in a bar, be prepared to pay… Read More ›
Cross-country skier Bjørn Dæhlie competing in the 1994 Lillehammer Winter Olympics It is with mixed feelings that winter is rapidly approaching: Many will miss summer, but at the same time many Norwegians are looking forward to snow and the winter… Read More ›
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