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    Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 in a UEFA Nations League match, securing a place in the knockout stage. Bruno Fernandes had warned beforehand that Portugal would have to suffer against a dangerous Norwegian side led by Erling Haaland. Attention also focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's status and his relationship with coach Jorge Jesus, while Goncalo Ramos's goalscoring form drew interest from AC Milan.

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    Cruise Stocks Have Hit Choppy Waters●Cruise Stocks Have Hit Choppy Waters https://www.wsj.com/finance/stocks/cruise-stocks-have-hit-choppy-waters-ee18ece7?moMmastodonBusiness35 d ago

    The Wall Street Journal reports that shares of major cruise operators are under pressure, with cruise stocks facing a rough patch in the market. The piece examines what is weighing on the sector, from shifting consumer spending concerns to broader market volatility. Investors in companies like Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian are watching closely as the industry's recent recovery momentum shows signs of strain.

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    Portugal prepare to take on Norway in a UEFA Nations League fixture, with coverage focusing on Cristiano Ronaldo's role under coach Jorge Jesus, who has called him a symbol of the national team. Captain Bruno Fernandes warned Portugal must 'suffer' to beat a dangerous Norwegian side led by Erling Haaland. Sir Alex Ferguson has defended Ronaldo over his treatment by Portugal, while Fernandes' squad status drew attention over UEFA rules.

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    Three large ships, including the Dutch cargo vessel Bergfjord, collided off the Norwegian coast, according to multiple Dutch and Belgian outlets. Separately, first images show passengers coming ashore from a ship hit by drones off Bulgaria's coast, and a Dutch inland RoRo vessel ran aground in the port of Düsseldorf. No casualties or damage details have been confirmed in the reports so far.

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    Princess Märtha Louise of Norway is once again drawing criticism in her home country. According to OK! Magazine, King Harald's son King Haakon — actually Crown Prince Haakon — is getting no peace as the princess triggers a fresh royal outcry. The details of the latest dispute are not specified, but Märtha Louise has repeatedly made headlines in recent years over her relationship with Durek Verrett and her commercial use of her royal title.

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    Norway's Queen Mette-Marit has withdrawn at short notice from a historic royal engagement, with reports saying she is too unwell to attend. Her daughter, Princess Ingrid Alexandra, stepped in to take on the role instead. German media are covering the sudden cancellation and what it means for the Norwegian royal family, noting the princess's surprise promotion to the important duties.

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    Two people have been killed and one injured in a shooting in Halden, a border town in southeastern Norway, according to Swedish broadcaster SVT Nyheter. The incident is drawing attention in Sweden as well as Norway, given Halden's location near the Swedish border and ongoing concern about gun violence in the region. Details about suspects and circumstances have not yet been reported.

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    Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and her husband are demanding 800 million in damages through a lawsuit, according to several Swedish media outlets. The case is being covered alongside separate Swedish stories about a police officer prosecuted for a Hitler salute, described as 'very gross jargon', which is driving related searches around the Norwegian princess this week.

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    Portugal beat Norway as Haaland injury scare dominates▼portugal national football team vs norway national football team standingsGgoogleES5001 d ago

    Portugal extended their winning run by beating Norway in an international fixture, doing so without Cristiano Ronaldo while Bruno Fernandes captained the side. Erling Haaland limped off during the match, raising concerns for Norway and his club Manchester City ahead of a Premier League clash with Liverpool. Fernandes had warned beforehand that Portugal would have to endure a tough contest against a dangerous Norwegian team.

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    Portugal beat Norway as Haaland injury scare hits Manchester City▼portugal national football team vs norway national football team standingsGgoogleSG5K1 d ago

    Portugal, without Cristiano Ronaldo, beat Norway in the UEFA Nations League to secure a place in the quarter-finals. Captain Bruno Fernandes had warned his side would have to 'suffer' against a dangerous Norwegian team. The match, however, was overshadowed by Erling Haaland demanding to be substituted and limping off, raising serious injury concerns for Manchester City.

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    Norway defender Kristoffer Ajer is drawing attention after Britain and Norway met in an international soccer fixture, with reports highlighting the Britain-Norway matchup. Ajer, a prominent Norwegian international, is among the players being discussed in coverage of the game, though details of the result and his specific performance remain limited in the available reports.

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    Norwegian club Rosenborg is demanding up to 20 million euros for striker Amin Chiakha, according to reports from Germany. SC Freiburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach are both said to be keen on signing the young forward, but face a hefty asking price in negotiations. The transfer interest marks a notable step up for the player.

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    Norway are taking on Portugal in a football match that has drawn strong reactions. Coach Ståle Solbakken confirmed his starting line-up ahead of the game, while Norwegian media have talked up the team as among Europe's best. The match ended in chaos with a red card late on, and Portugal reportedly reacted angrily to the finish, calling the ending absurd.

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    Portugal beat Norway for second straight Nations League win▼ポルトガル 対 ノルウェーGgoogleJP2K1 d ago

    Portugal defeated Norway in a UEFA Nations League match, securing their second consecutive win in the competition. In the same round of fixtures, Germany, led by head coach Jürgen Klopp, suffered a defeat to Greece. Japanese sports media, including Nikkan Sports, covered the results, with Portugal's strong form against a tough Norwegian side drawing attention alongside Germany's unexpected loss.

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    Norwegian professor who nominated Zelenskyy for Nobel Peace Prize addresses nuclear fears▼What if Russia uses nuclear weapons? Can we say Ukraine brought peace to world? Norwegian professor who nominated Zelenskyy and Ukrainians for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize takes on tough questions✉newsWarNuclear4 min ago

    A Norwegian professor who nominated Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize is answering hard questions about the war, including what would happen if Russia used nuclear weapons and whether Ukraine's resistance can be credited with defending peace in the world. The discussion touches on the moral and strategic dilemmas facing the West as the war continues.

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    Sudan's harvest at risk as millions face worsening hunger▼Sudan's harvest at risk as millions face worsening hunger in 2027✉newsWarSudan7 min ago

    Aid organisations including CARE and the Norwegian Refugee Council warn that Sudan's harvest is at risk, with millions of people expected to face worsening hunger in 2027. The warning points to a deepening food crisis in the country, where conflict has already disrupted farming and displaced large numbers of people. Humanitarian groups say urgent action is needed to prevent the situation from deteriorating further.

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    Danish club Esbjerg have officially announced the departure of star handball player Henny Reistad, saying they understand her wish to take on new challenges. The Norwegian international is widely reported to be heading to Brest Bretagne Handball, and the move is drawing close attention from French and Danish handball fans.

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    The biathlon world is mourning Norwegian athlete Sivert Bakken, who died at the age of 27. According to Sport Bild, a special monument is being created in his memory, drawing tributes and condolences from fans and the sport's community across Europe. The news has put the sport in the spotlight in Germany, a major biathlon nation.

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    Photo theme invites images of objects resembling the letter I●# FotoVorschlag - Objekte die mit "I" beginnen oder so aussehen Photo theme - Objects beginning with or resembling the lMmastodonLifeTravel222 d ago

    A popular photography theme is asking people to share pictures of objects that begin with, or look like, the letter I. Among the contributions is a striking winter shot of the island of Nordfugløya in far northern Norway, its snowy landscape forming the shape of the letter. Participants are posting landscapes, travel scenes and everyday objects from around the world.

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    Portugal face Norway in UEFA Nations League clash▼portugal national football team vs norway national football team standingsGgoogleJP5001 d ago

    Portugal and Norway meet in Matchday 4 of the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 league phase, with fans searching for standings, predictions and lineups ahead of kickoff. Captain Bruno Fernandes has warned his side must be prepared to suffer against a dangerous Norwegian team, while Norway arrive amid a defensive injury crisis described as their worst in 43 years following their strong World Cup campaign.

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    Wales are preparing to take on Norway, with the hosts under pressure to reverse their recent run of results. Pundits and fans are weighing up predictions ahead of the match, with attention on whether Wales can regain momentum against a Norwegian side. The fixture is drawing interest across the UK and US.

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    Gaza winter shelter supplies face seven-month delay under Israeli restrictions▼Gaza: Israeli restrictions mean entry of winter shelter materials will take over seven months✉newsWarMiddle East2 h ago

    The Norwegian Refugee Council says Israeli restrictions will delay the entry of winter shelter materials into Gaza by more than seven months, meaning supplies intended to protect displaced families from cold and rain will arrive long after the season they were meant for. Aid agencies have repeatedly warned that shelter shortages leave hundreds of thousands of people exposed as temperatures drop.

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    Hiker enjoys mountain lunch as Norwegian weather shifts●The weather changes fast in the Norwegian mountains. But this was such a perfect spot to have lunch and some coffee. NotMmastodonEnvironmentWeather72 d ago

    A hiker in the Norwegian mountains described how quickly the weather can turn while taking a break for lunch and coffee at a scenic spot. They noted that access rules have tightened in some areas to protect wild reindeer, giving the animals a quieter habitat, and said they may no longer be able to visit the same locations.

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    Norwegian Youth Delegate Urges Young People to Take Up Space▼Norwegian Youth Delegate: Dare to take up space✉newsWorldUnited Nations15 min ago

    Norway's youth delegate to the United Nations delivered a message encouraging young people to 'dare to take up space' and make their voices heard in global decision-making. The remarks, shared via UNRIC, stress the importance of youth participation in international affairs. The delegate's call is drawing attention to the role young representatives play at the UN.

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    Two people have been killed and a third seriously injured in a shooting in Halden, a Norwegian town close to the Swedish border. Several media outlets report that three people were shot, with the attack drawing wide attention in both Norway and Sweden because of its location near the frontier. Police are investigating the circumstances of the shooting and the hunt for suspects continues.

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    A Norwegian blogger drove a Lada Niva Sport roughly 2,000 km to Togliatti, the home of AvtoVAZ, in a journey that Russian media say gives the automaker something to be proud of. The story is drawing attention in Russia as a rare positive example of the iconic Russian-built off-roader earning praise from a foreign driver abroad.

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    Swedish-Norwegian hotel billionaire Petter Stordalen and his girlfriend Märta have moved into a new luxury apartment after living in a hotel for ten months, according to Swedish media. Separately, the market is reacting to what commentators describe as a blunder by Stordalen in a deal with Norwegian, with business press expressing surprise over the transaction.

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    Norway manager Ståle Solbakken has decided who will start in goal when Norway take on Wales, according to Norwegian broadcaster TV 2. The match against Wales is drawing attention in Norway, and the goalkeeper choice had been one of the main open questions ahead of the game.

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    Searches around Haakon VIII of Norway are rising in France, alongside French media coverage of Crown Princess Mette-Marit's health. Closer reports that her life 'will never be normal again' after serious complications following an operation, keeping the Norwegian royal family in the spotlight and drawing attention to the future of the monarchy.

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    Transfer Rumors: Haaland's Two Choices, Real Madrid Target Premier League Star●Transfer Rumors: Haaland’s Two Choices; Real Madrid Eye $100 Million Premier League Star✉newsSportSoccer1 d ago

    Transfer rumors are swirling around Erling Haaland, who reportedly faces two choices over his next career move, while Real Madrid are said to be preparing a $100 million bid for a Premier League star. The reports have sparked widespread speculation among fans about where the Norwegian striker will end up and which player Madrid are chasing ahead of the next transfer window.

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    Three large ships collided off the Norwegian coast, according to reporting. Details on casualties, damage and the cause of the collision were not immediately available. The incident is drawing attention in Belgium and the Netherlands, where news of the crash off Norway is circulating and readers are following updates on the situation at sea.

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    Betting Odds Open on Nobel Peace, Physics and Chemistry Winners▼Nobel Prize week odds: Peace, Physics & Chemistry✉newsSciencePhysics5 h ago

    Nobel Prize week is underway, and prediction markets are offering odds on who will win the Peace, Physics and Chemistry prizes. Speculation is focused on which candidates the Norwegian Nobel Committee and the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences will pick, with traders weighing favourites in each category ahead of the announcements in Stockholm and Oslo.

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    Ebola outbreak threatens schooling for hundreds of thousands of Congolese children▼DR Congo: Ebola jeopardising education for 100,000s of children✉newsLifeEducation24 min ago

    The Norwegian Refugee Council warns that the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo is disrupting education for hundreds of thousands of children. School closures, health precautions and displacement linked to the outbreak are keeping pupils out of classrooms, raising fears of long-term damage to a generation's learning.

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    Old Norwegian telephone boxes become tiny free libraries●Old Norwegian telephone boxes get turned into little libraries # libraries # Norway # booksMmastodonCultureBooks68 h ago

    Norway is giving its disused red telephone boxes a second life by converting them into small street-side libraries. Images of the repurposed booths, stocked with books for passers-by to borrow or swap, have been shared widely online, with readers praising the idea as a charming way to preserve the iconic kiosks while promoting reading and community book-sharing.

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    Erling Haaland sues Norwegian Air over World Cup campaign▼erling haaland norwegian air lawsuitGgoogleGB5004 d ago

    Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is suing Norwegian Air, alleging the carrier used his name and image illegally in a World Cup marketing campaign without his permission. The dispute centres on trademark rights, with Haaland reportedly seeking to stop the airline from profiting from his identity. The case has drawn wide attention given the striker's profile in Norway.

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    Norsk Hydro Flags More Damage From Gas Shortage at Brazil Alumina Plant●Norsk Hydro Expects Further Hit From Gas Supply Challenges at Brazilian Alumina Plant https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodMmastodonBusiness36 h ago

    Norwegian aluminium producer Norsk Hydro says its Alunorte alumina refinery in Brazil faces a further financial hit from ongoing natural gas supply problems in the country. The company had already warned of impacts from constrained gas deliveries, and now expects additional costs or production losses as the shortage persists. Investors and commodity markets are watching how the disruption affects alumina and aluminium supply.

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    Zelensky briefs Norway's PM on Russian strikes●I spoke with Prime Minister of Norway @JonasGahrStore and briefed him on Russia’s unabated drone terror and ballistic mi𝕏xRU3816 d ago

    President Zelensky spoke by phone with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, briefing him on Russia's continued drone and ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine. He said that since the start of the day alone, twenty-four people were injured and seven killed, including a child. The two leaders discussed further cooperation and support amid the escalating strikes.

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    Norwegian gardener says preparedness means growing food, not stockpiling cans▼Erik has a preparedness garden: “Having a basement full of canned food is just a joke”✉newsLifeHome & Garden1 d ago

    A Norwegian man named Erik is promoting the idea of a "preparedness garden", arguing that a basement full of canned food is "just a joke" compared with growing your own vegetables. The story, published by ScienceNorway, frames home gardening as a more practical form of crisis readiness, reflecting wider public interest in self-sufficiency and emergency preparedness.

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    Sheringham says Haaland is not Premier League's best striker●Teddy Sheringham claims Erling Haaland is not the best striker in the Premier League https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://metrMmastodonSportSoccer11 d ago

    Former Manchester United and England striker Teddy Sheringham has claimed Manchester City's Erling Haaland is not the best striker in the Premier League. His comments contradict the widespread view of the Norwegian as the division's most prolific forward, and are likely to fuel debate among fans about who currently deserves the title of the league's top number nine.

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    Norway refuses extradition of activist to Greece●NORWAY REFUSED TO SURRENDER ME TO GREECE. HERE’S WHY THAT MATTERS. https:// aegeanboatreport.com/2026/09/3 0/norway-refuMmastodonWorldEU Politics71 d ago

    Norwegian authorities have declined a request to hand a person over to Greece, according to Aegean Boat Report, the monitoring project run by Tommy Olsen that documents migration and pushback issues in the Aegean. The project says the decision matters for asylum and refugee rights, and supporters are sharing it under the #RefugeesWelcome banner.