Norwegians talk nuclear power as fuel debate heats up

The Norwegian shipbuilder’s nuclear model for small modular reactors to power commercial vessels raised eyebrows at the time but, as the IMO wrestles with negotiating a marine fuel compromise in London this week, some are suggesting that the...

New Research Shows Changing Winters Will Hit Northern Lakes the Hardest

A new study, published in Ecology Letters, shows that the ecological impacts of these winter changes may be most dramatic in high-latitude lakes. “The ecology of ice-covered lakes is a bit of a black box for lake scientists,” said Ted Ozersky, a...

This US city was named one of the happiest vacation destinations in the world, according to science

There’s little that lifts spirits more than taking a vacation — and one study showed that some destinations do it better than others. BookRetreats.com recently released its Holiday Happiness Index, which combined science and data to find the...

NextChem bags study for waste-to-methanol plant at Norway's Mongstad refinery

Thales, Kongsberg successful NSM test firing from StrikeMaster

Thales and Kongsberg have completed a key trial, involving the successful live firing of a Naval Strike Missile (NSM) from the StrikeMaster missile launch vehicle in Norway. The test, utilising a blast test vehicle (BTV) consisting of the...

EU regulation sharpens fear of Norwegian AI exodus

A flight of artificial intelligence (AI) firms from Norway is being accelerated by fear of the government’s decision to adopt controversial European AI laws, shaking its already weak high-tech sector. While pressure mounts on the European...

No Kings demonstration draws 700 to Norway, South Paris

Mary LeConey, left, of Bethel, Beth Brock, of Greenwood, Jan Stowell, of Bethel, and Judy Rose, of Bryant Pond, represent different generations bearing the same message at Saturday’s “No Kings” demonstration in South Paris. (Nicole Carter/Staff...

NEXTCHEM to Conduct Feasibility Study with MANA Group and Equinor for Sustainable Fuels in Norway

MAIRE announced that NEXTCHEM, through its subsidiary MyRechemical, has been chosen by Mana Group and Equinor to conduct a feasibility study for a waste-to-methanol plant at Norway’s Mongstad refinery. This project represents a significant step...

Jakob Ingebrigtsen outlines bold 2026 goal to break three world records

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Norwegian royal makes unexpected move abroad just months after sister

Prince Sverre Magnus has moved abroad just three months after his older sister, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 21, relocated Down Under for university. It's been confirmed by the Norwegian palace that the 19-year-old royal is currently living in...

Norwegian Nobel Socialists Snub Trump, Give Prize to Eco-Extremist Economist

The Associated Press recently dug up some “experts” to diss President Donald Trump as being too nasty for the Nobel Peace Prize, since he -- gasp -- "does not believe in climate change." But one of the recipients of the elitist honors in the Nobel...

Norway says ‘mission accomplished’ on going 100% EV, proposes incentive changes

For years, Norway has been the poster child for electric vehicle adoption, a perfect example of how a combination of ambitious goals and robust incentives can transform a nation’s entire automotive industry. Now, with the country on the cusp of...

EXEED Co-Creation Workshop: Texxeract Technology Premieres, Three New Models Debut with the New Family Design Language

WUHU, China, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Co-Creation Workshop: October 19, EXEED held its New Product Co-Creation Workshop under the theme "Shift to Tomorrow" at REBOX. The spot was the New Venue of the Old Shipyard 1900. The Workshop...

WATCH: Casper Ruud's pregnant fiancée Maria melts hearts with endearing reaction to Norwegian's Stockholm Open triumph

On Sunday, October 20, Casper Ruud clinched the Stockholm Open title after a victory over Ugo Humbert. In light of the Norwegian’s win, his fiancee, Maria Galligani, melted hearts with her endearing reaction to the tennis star's triumph. Ruud and...

Norway Shows How To End EV Subsidies Without Killing The Market

Eidford village Norway, Volkswagen ID4 SUV electric vehicle being charged by a 360kw vehicle charging station with cruise ship MS Rotterdam in port. (Photo by: Martin Berry/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) UCG/Universal Images Group...

Norway ready to support India in tackling natural disasters: Norwegian Ambassador

New Delhi, Addressing the challenges related to natural disasters in India is important and Norway is ready to support these efforts, the Ambassador of Norway said on Wednesday. Norway ready to support India in tackling natural disasters:...

From Oslo to Offshore—The Rise of Energy Normalization in the Eastern Mediterranean

When US President Donald Trump’s first administration unveiled its “Peace to Prosperity” plan in January 2020, the glossy document promised Palestinians a share in regional growth. An Israeli gas platform in the Mediterranean, 2014. Amir...

Aboard the ship Norwegian Joy one encounters wonders

Published 5:23 pm Sunday, October 19, 2025 Coast Weekend writer David Campiche recently took an Alaskan cruise and reports on the highlights. In my full life, I have seen many natural wonders. Certainly, there are never enough; never enough to...

World News | Second Edition of 'Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue' Begins in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27 (ANI): The second edition of Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue began in Mumbai on Monday, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and scholars to discuss the future of the...

These 3 Bargain Stocks Show It's Time To Invest Offshore

While American investors chase the latest artificial intelligence darling or pile into the Magnificent Seven at nose-bleeding valuations, some of the world’s most compelling bargains are gathering dust in places most people can’t find on a map....