Some people think they can just pack up their gear and move to Norway. They think that once they get a cosy apartment they will find a good job earning lots of money, make great friends and live happily ever after. All I can say about this is: hmmm. Over the past couple of years [...]
Trondheim certainly has an interesting way to ask for any witnesses for a crime that has been committed. The sign reads: Sunday 12:30am Young woman knocked down and kicked. The offended was taken to the hospital with stomach injuries. When the police arrived at the scene the perpetrator was gone. No witnesses have come forward. [...]
At the beginning of each new year UDI takes the opportunity to make changes. Here are a few to watch out for in 2010: Residence Permits Name changes are ‘all the go’ right now. – All Permits UDI: The term “residence permit” replaces residence and work permits, so that all permits are called residence permits. [...]
There are many things that are done to prepare for the Christmas season – even the government in Norway gets in on the action. One unusual tradition in Norway is the November tax break. All earnings in November are taxed half the regular amount. As most employers pay wages around the middle of the following [...]
Many English words actually come from old Norse language – brought by Vikings to England in medieval times. Here are some words you have probably uttered without realising you are speaking Norwegian!
There is an opposition in everything. At the darkest time of the year, we celebrate Christmas. And at the exact opposite end, when the midnight sun is at its highest, we celebrate Midsummer.
Pølse is THE fast food of Norway. When the grilled pølse was first introduced to Norway in the 50s it was eaten naked – without bread.
At full-moon the blue light almost looks electric. Our favourite jetty really knows how to surprise us for Christmas – especially with this ‘elfs-eye-view’.
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Reindeer herding is more than just an occupation, it is a way of life and an integral part of the Sami culture and identity.
Even though the males are called bulls and the females cows, the muskoxen are more closely related to sheep than cattle. Make no mistake, though – this is not your average cuddly ba-ba-blacksheep! A grown animal can be 2,5 m long and weigh up to 400 kgs, and their long curved horns mean business.
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