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The Sacred Island in Norway that ‘Turns Tourists Into Pilgrims’
National Catholic Register
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SELJA, Norway — The Sanctuary at Selja in Nordfjord goes back to the 10th century and is traditionally considered the cradle of Christianity in Norway and the Nordic countries. Like many pilgrimage sites and sacred places in the history of the...
Sen. Bradley, Rep. Wichgers: Lawmakers demand governor prioritize public safety in Town of Norway
WisPolitics - Wisconsin
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July 10, 2025
Bradley, Wichgers Slam Evers’ Flood Grant Veto as “Petty Political Retribution” Madison, WI — Senator Julian Bradley (R–New Berlin) and Representative Chuck Wichgers (R–Muskego) today blasted Governor Tony Evers for vetoing critical funding for...
EU environment ministers test blood for ‘forever chemicals’
Muser Press
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July 10, 2025
Copenhagen, Denmark | AFP EU environment and climate ministers meeting in Denmark on Thursday tested their blood for “forever chemicals“ linked to serious health risks, in a bid to raise awareness about chemical pollution, Danish and European...
‘Political Decision’ – Israel Escalates Home Demolitions in West Bank
The Palestine Chronicle
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July 9, 2025
Israeli soldiers demolish a Palestinian building in Area C, in the occupied West Bank. (Photo: via WAFA) By Palestine Chronicle Staff Home demolitions have surged in recent weeks, with 106 homes and 104 other buildings destroyed in Tulkarm and Nur...
Church leaders appeal to international community as Jewish settlers attack Taybeh residents
Detroit Catholic
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July 10, 2025
(OSV News) ─ In the West Bank, Christian leaders in Taybeh -- the region’s only entirely Christian Palestinian village -- are sounding the alarm over escalating settler violence. On July 8, the Latin, Greek Orthodox and Melkite parish priests...
Kyiv received political signals for US aid resumption, Zelenskiy says
The Gazette - Colorado
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KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine has received all necessary political signals for U.S. military aid to resume, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday after what he described as constructive talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelenskiy told a...
Norway gets temporary reprieve from US tariff hikes
The Local - Norway
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July 9, 2025
Norway has secured a temporary reprieve from the United States' latest round of tariff increases, with any changes to its current trade terms deferred until August 1st. The US announced on Tuesday that the new tariffs, targeting several countries,...
DNV to Certify Norway First Offshore Wind Farm
Offshore Source - Florida
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DNV, an independent energy expert and assurance provider, has been awarded a contract by offshore wind developer Ventyr for the Design Certification of the Sørlige Nordsjø II wind turbines and offshore substation—Norway’s first bottom-fixed...
Germany ready to pay for two Patriots, Norway for one, other countries also ready to help, waiting for manufacturer's readiness
Interfax Ukraine
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July 10, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced agreements with Norway and Germany on the supply of three air defense systems and the manufacturer's readiness. "We have a positive dialogue with President Trump on the Patriot systems. My...
UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Live Streaming, Norway vs Iceland: How to Watch Free Live Telecast of NOR-W vs ISL-W on TV and Online Stream Details of Football Match in India
Latestly
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July 10, 2025
Norway Women's National Football Team vs Iceland Women's National Football Team UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Live Streaming: Norway have been the standout side in Group A with wins in their opening two matches, which has enabled them to secure a place...
UNDP and Norway launch $200 million initiative to transform Ukraine’s energy sector
The Odessa Journal
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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of Norway have launched a major $200 million initiative aimed at transforming Ukraine’s energy sector, which has suffered significant destruction due to the war. The initiative...
Business News | RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra Briefs Parliamentary Panel on Indian Economy
Latestly
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July 10, 2025
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Thursday briefed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance about the growth of the Indian economy. In the meeting, many MPs have asked questions about the status of Rs 2000...
Ukraine Joins EU Demand To Release Belarusian Political Prisoners
Charter 97
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6 A total of 12 European countries have already supported the statement. The EU delegation to the Council of Europe (CoE) called for the "immediate and unconditional" release of political prisoners in Belarus, their rehabilitation and an end to...
ASEAN must tackle global challenges together - Thai Foreign Minister
The Sun Daily
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July 10, 2025
BANGKOK: ASEAN must work together to boost intra-regional trade and deepen cooperation to navigate an increasingly complex global political and economic landscape, said Thailand’s Foreign Minister, Maris Sangiampongsa. Alongside intergovernmental...
Norwegian Symphonist Halvor Haug has Died, Aged 73
The Violin Channel
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July 8, 2025
Born in Trondheim in 1952, Halvor Haug studied music in Oslo, Helsinki, and London, where his mentors included Erik Bergmann, Einar Englund, and Robert Simpson. Ever since, Haug’s symphonies and numerous smaller orchestral works have been...
Roland Berger: EV Charging Index 2025: China dominates with impressive e-mobility progress; Norway rises to second, with the USA third, while younger markets close the gap
Automotive World
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July 10, 2025
The share of electric cars in new vehicle sales rose from 20% to 25%, though some major markets saw little if any growth in this metric Amid a backdrop of political and macroeconomic uncertainty, global electric vehicle use has shown steady growth...
Ventyr Enlists DNV to Certify Norway’s First Offshore Wind Farm
Offshore Engineer News
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July 10, 2025
Jul 10, 2025 (Credit: Ventyr) DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has been awarded a contract by offshore wind developer Ventyr for the Design Certification of the Sørlige Nordsjø II wind turbines and offshore substation,...
EU ministers invited to test for toxic PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ in their blood
Euronews
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Published on 10/07/2025 - 16:23 GMT+2 EU environment and climate ministers have been invited to have their blood tested for PFAS - harmful ‘forever chemicals’ linked to cancer and other serious health risks. The initiative, led by the Danish...
Larry Magid: Internet Governance Forum focuses on protecting kids
The Mercury News - California
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July 10, 2025
I traveled to Lillestrøm, Norway, in late June for the annual United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF). Unlike many UN gatherings that primarily involve government officials, the IGF is a multistakeholder event, bringing together...
Norway Chess 2025: D Gukesh beats Magnus Carlsen; World No. 1 slams table in frustration
Organiser Weekly
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World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh pulled off a stunning victory against former World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of the ongoing Norway Chess 2025 tournament, turning the game around from a losing position on Sunday. This marked Gukesh’s...