Heg statue raised up once again
The statue of Norwegian-American Civil War abolitionist Col Heg was raised again outside of the WIsconsin capitol.
Category: News
Norwegian life returns to “normal”
On Sept. 23, Norway celebrated the re-opening of theri country, as COVID restrictions were lifted.
Kjetil Flatin knighted
King of Norway knights Kjetil Flatin, who has been active in international education, NORAM, and many other Norwegian-American groups.
Norwegian general election 2021
Norwegian elections form new government to be led by Labor party and Jonas Gahr Støre as prime minister with parliament set to open in October.
King wants more inclusion in sports
During his visit to Vålerenga Football in Oslo, King Harald stressed that there must be more inclusion in Norwegian sports.
Evacuation efforts continue
The Norwegian Ministry of Defense is working to identify former Afghan defense employees who could potentially be granted asylum in Norway.
Embassies taken over
Members of the Taliban have moved into Kabul premises of the Norwegain Embassy. The future is uncertain.
Many young Norwegians have poor prospects
New data shows that 11.2% of Norwegians younger than 30 were out of work or fell outside of educational and work-oriented measures last year.
Tragedy in Afghanistan
On of Aug. 30, a plane landed with the last Norwegian soldiers serving in Afghanistan, signifying the end of 20 years of presence in the war-torn country.
Fourth COVID-19 wave hits Norway
According to the Norwegian Directorate of Health, Norway is currently in the middle of a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections.
