Seattle and Bergen and their links to the sea
Eric Stavney reports on aquariums in Seattle and Bergen, Norway, and their plans to expand in various ways, including education and research.
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The story of a national instrument
Eric Stavney writes about the legend of Prillar Guri’s lur and the part she played in the Battle of Kringen against the Scots in Gudbrandsdal.
Troll Magic enchants with a magic all its own
Eric Stavney reviews the new translation by Tiina Nunnelly of Theodor Kittelsen’s book Troll Magic, originally published as Troldskab in 1892.
Oslo’s Norsk Folkemuseum
Eric Stavney shares photographs and
stories from his visit to the open-air Norsk Folkemuseum (Norwegian Museum of
Cultural History) in Oslo.
Lessons from coronavirus risk assessment applied to salmon farming
Manolin uses big data and artificial intelligence to predict the infection risk of sea lice in salmon farms, helping to control infection outbreaks.
Historical artist Sven Lindauer seeks to set the record straight about the Vikings
In his book The Arts and Crafts of Ancient Scandinavia, Sven Lindauer uses his artistry to tell a story of the Vikings beyond raids and violence.
The origins of Easter
Though it celebrates the resurrection of Christ, the origins of Easter and its typical traditions may surprise you, including of the word “Easter” itself.
For the birds
Researchers at the Norwegian Institute for Nature Research have found a simple way to reduce bird fatalities at a wind turbine farm in Smøla.
If you don’t have a nisse on your farm, become one
In a personal story about the role of the nisse on the farm, Eric Stavney reflects on good will and hope, and even meets a hummingbird.
Fløibanen, then and now
Fløibanen, Bergen’s iconic funicular bringing tourists and locals to the top of Mount Fløyen, has a fascinating history, complete with goats.
