Blood drive planned Thursday in Norway

NORWAY — The Norway Blood Drive will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at Crossroads Alliance, the home of Grace Methodist and Bethany Lutheran churches, on Odill Road in Norway. Anyone able to donate is encouraged to make an appointment at …

Norway Plans to Temporarily Ban New Bitcoin & Crypto Mining Centers to Conserve Energy

Today, the government of Norway announced its plans to introduce a temporary ban on establishing new Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining data centres. The government concluded that it was better to redirect electricity to other industries and economic …

From Subsidies to Shutdowns: Norway Moves to Restrict Bitcoin Mining

Norway international Ingrid Engen joins Lyon from Barcelona

OL Lyonnes have completed the signing of Ingrid Engen following her Barcelona departure. Engen, 27, has signed a two-year contract with the French champions that runs until 2027. Barcelona confirmed on June 11 that the versatile Norway international would …

Norway to spend 5% of GDP on defense

Norway plans to raise overall spending on defense and broader security to 5 percent of GDP, its prime minister said yesterday, in line with a planned common goal among NATO states. Europe is scrambling to boost defenses against a potential Russian attack …

Norway’s overall oil, gas output lags forecast in May

Norway’s combined oil and gas production lagged an official forecast by 0.5% in May, the Norwegian Offshore Directorate (NOD) said on Friday. Norway is Europe’s largest supplier of natural gas and a major producer of oil, but output varies from month to …

These Oslo Airbnbs Capture Norway’s Charm and Cozy-Chic Aesthetic

Norway Oil Drilling Workers agree wage agreement, averting a strike

Norwegian unions reached a wage agreement, which prevented a strike on floating offshore drilling rigs, which would have disrupted exploration. Unions and company representatives announced the agreement Friday evening. The unions said 438 workers from …

Norway’s government explores crypto mining ban amid energy supply concerns

The government of Norway is considering a temporary ban on crypto mining in the country in an effort to “free up power, network capacity and area for other purposes.” In a Friday notice, the Norwegian government said it would be conducting an investigation …

Norway voters support $7.1 million municipal budget at Town Meeting

NORWAY — Despite some unhappiness with the increase, Norway residents easily passed the $7.1 million municipal budget at the annual town meeting Monday. Approximately 50 residents gathered at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School for the two-hour meeting. …