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Dam partially collapses in Norway amid extreme flooding

OSLO: A dam at a Norwegian power plant partially collapsed on Wednesday, after extensive flooding caused by storm “Hans”, said Xinhua. The dam in Braskereidfoss, about 150 km northeast of the capital Oslo, spans Norway’s longest river, the Glomma. An unexpected deluge caused by a technical malfunction on Wednesday morning prevented the dam’s floodgates from […]

Wise of Sarawak to emulate Norway, says Minos

KUCHING: Sarawak will stand to benefit by emulating Norway in its sovereign fund set-up. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said governments in Norway and Singapore had created sovereign funds for the future which was very smart of them and forward-thinking. Minos pointed out that Norway is not a big nation but has vast oil and […]

Breeding ban for Bulldogs and Cavaliers in Norway

OSLO (Norway): Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are known for their tiny heads, English bulldogs for their smushed wrinkled muzzles — traits their owners love. But in an unprecedented move, Norway has banned the breeding of these dogs because being cute is causing them suffering. In a recent ruling, the Oslo district court banned the breeding […]

In Norway, peeing toward Russia will get you fined

OSLO, Norway: A new sign posted at Norway’s river border with Russia reminds tourists feeling nature’s call that it’s against the law to pee in the direction of Russia — on pain of a hefty fine. Written in English in black block letters, the sign posted on the banks of the Jakobselva river that separates […]

Sarawak sovereign wealth fund to emulate Norway

MIRI: Sarawak’s sovereign wealth fund or oil fund using revenue from the State’s petroleum sector, will emulate Norway. This is to ensure the long-term management of the financial resources of the state for the future, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. “I’ve directed our officers to carry out a thorough study on how […]

Norway reimposes quarantine for Spain travellers, but not Tom Cruise

OSLO: Norway on Friday reimposed quarantine on arrivals from Spain over a spike in virus cases, but also said such restrictions would not apply to the team behind the latest “Mission: Impossible” blockbuster. Star Tom Cruise and the rest of the crew will be allowed to enter the country in the autumn to film scenes […]