https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed From oil workers to healthcare staff, even children in daycare, all of Norway is getting in on a viral trend to support their team in the World Cup: pretending to row aboard a longship, flags in hand. https://www.thelocal.no/20260627/norways-viral-viking-row-has-whole-country-rowing Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:32:26 +0200 norways-viral-viking-row-has-whole-country-rowing Norway has a reputation for being an extremely pricey country. However, you can find some essential services and goods for free or with a small contribution. https://www.thelocal.no/20240521/seven-things-that-are-cheaper-in-norway-than-in-other-countries Tue, 21 May 2024 13:04:45 +0200 seven-things-that-are-cheaper-in-norway-than-in-other-countries Volunteering is a pathway to personal growth and integration in Norway, and nearly two-thirds of the population dedicate their time to various causes each year. Here's where to find a volunteering opportunity that works for you. https://www.thelocal.no/20240207/how-can-i-find-volunteer-work-in-norway Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:31:27 +0100 how-can-i-find-volunteer-work-in-norway Generally speaking, Norwegians are quite respectful and open-minded in communication. However, there are some things that tend to irritate – or dare we say, offend – them. Here's what to look out for. https://www.thelocal.no/20230406/how-to-have-a-discussion-without-offending-a-norwegian Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:44:22 +0200 how-to-have-a-discussion-without-offending-a-norwegian Nowadays, salmon sushi is considered a staple in sushi culture in Japan and all over the world. However, that was not always the case. https://www.thelocal.no/20230420/why-we-can-thank-norway-for-salmon-sushi Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:51:05 +0200 why-we-can-thank-norway-for-salmon-sushi While Scandinavian countries are known for traditionally being comfortable with nakedness, Norwegians – especially younger generations – are not big on public nudity. However, there is a time and place for getting naked in public. https://www.thelocal.no/20230404/how-where-and-when-can-you-get-naked-in-norway Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:39:29 +0200 how-where-and-when-can-you-get-naked-in-norway Norway's wealth tax applies to many more people than the super-rich. But how is the tax calculated and who has to pay? https://www.thelocal.no/20230614/what-you-need-to-know-about-wealth-tax-in-norway Wed, 14 Jun 2023 08:21:32 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-wealth-tax-in-norway On a Sunday morning in April, a 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck Eastern Norway. While the tremors were minor and there were no injuries, the event sparked new debates about how prone to earthquakes Norway is. https://www.thelocal.no/20260428/explained-why-oslo-experiences-earthquakes-and-what-the-risk-is Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:05:44 +0200 explained-why-oslo-experiences-earthquakes-and-what-the-risk-is Norway's Constitution Day, marked on May 17th, is the most widely celebrated day in the country. The festive atmosphere can be felt in every city and town in Norway, making it an exceptional experience. https://www.thelocal.no/20230516/why-does-norway-celebrate-may-17th Tue, 16 May 2023 13:25:57 +0200 why-does-norway-celebrate-may-17th With Norway's National Day coming up on Sunday May 17th, The Local asked readers what they make of the celebrations as foreign residents in the country. https://www.thelocal.no/20260515/im-proud-to-live-here-how-foreigners-in-norway-feel-about-national-day Fri, 15 May 2026 14:52:56 +0200 im-proud-to-live-here-how-foreigners-in-norway-feel-about-national-day Norway's traditional national costume, the bunad, plays a massive role in special events in the Scandinavian country and is of great cultural importance. https://www.thelocal.no/20210930/bunads-what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-national-costume Thu, 30 Sep 2021 17:31:17 +0200 bunads-what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-national-costume On May 8th, Norway celebrates its release from occupation during World War II. The day is called Liberation Day (Frigjøringsdagen), and it also doubles as the country's Veterans Day. https://www.thelocal.no/20230508/what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-liberation-day Mon, 08 May 2023 10:53:17 +0200 what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-liberation-day Norwegians love flea markets, both the ones that are a regular fixture on the calendar and the ones that pop up to raise money for schools every autumn and spring. https://www.thelocal.no/20230424/loppemarked-an-introduction-to-norways-seasonal-flea-market-culture Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:02:54 +0200 loppemarked-an-introduction-to-norways-seasonal-flea-market-culture Each year Norway introduces a general fire ban during the late spring and summer months. Here's what you need to know about the rules and the exceptions, if you want to light a BBQ or campfire. https://www.thelocal.no/20220505/what-are-the-rules-for-fires-and-bbqs-in-norway Thu, 05 May 2022 12:58:11 +0200 what-are-the-rules-for-fires-and-bbqs-in-norway How do you keep in touch with friends, neighbors, or colleagues in Norway? You might need to change your approach and try out some apps you never used before (or stopped using a while ago). https://www.thelocal.no/20260407/explained-why-dont-norwegians-use-whatsapp Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:55:11 +0200 explained-why-dont-norwegians-use-whatsapp You never know when the unexpected, such as a power cut, could happen. The Norwegian Directorate for Civil Protection (DSB) keeps guidelines of what residents should keep in their homes for emergencies. https://www.thelocal.no/20230221/the-things-everyone-in-norway-should-have-at-home-in-case-of-a-emergency Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:10:50 +0100 the-things-everyone-in-norway-should-have-at-home-in-case-of-a-emergency Making friends in Norway is essential for surviving and fitting in. Yet foreign residents often discover that navigating the unspoken social rules feels more daunting than the country’s harsh winters. https://www.thelocal.no/20260207/how-to-make-your-friendship-with-a-norwegian-more-than-a-one-night-stand Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:05:12 +0100 how-to-make-your-friendship-with-a-norwegian-more-than-a-one-night-stand Sun and sangria are out. Snow and cabins are in. For the first time in years, Norway is now the top winter holiday destination for Norwegians, ahead of Spain. What's happened? https://www.thelocal.no/20260123/why-are-norwegians-snubbing-spain-to-stay-in-norway-this-winter Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:06:36 +0100 why-are-norwegians-snubbing-spain-to-stay-in-norway-this-winter Thinking about a trip home or a cabin getaway? Here are all the official public holidays in Norway, plus some tips to help you make the most of your time off. https://www.thelocal.no/20260106/get-planning-all-the-important-holiday-dates-in-norway-in-2026 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:15:10 +0100 get-planning-all-the-important-holiday-dates-in-norway-in-2026 Norway has a colour-coded alert system for when extreme weather events hit the country, but how does the system work and what do you actually need to do when warnings are issued? https://www.thelocal.no/20220808/explained-what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-weather-warning-system Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:16:09 +0200 explained-what-you-need-to-know-about-norways-weather-warning-system