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Politicians, populace, poke fun at, praise EU Nobel Peace Prize
Late last week, the European Union was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize — an award that celebrates individuals and organizations that move the world toward a more peaceful state. But the award comes at a time of upheaval in the EU, with financial troubles fracturing the unifying force....
Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik convicted, sentenced for 77 murders
A panel of judges in Norway have sentenced Anders Breivik to 10 to 21 years in prison for the mass murder of 77 people last year. If the sentence seems short, though, it's an indication of just how differently the Norwegian justice system works....
Norway's oil and gas boom leaves other European economies lagging behind
Most countries in Europe are worried sick about debt, bailouts and unemployment, but Norway recently decided to cut spending in order to avoid too much growth. The smart management of Norway's oil and gas industry is bringing spectacular wealth to the country's small fishing towns....
Scandinavian countries are attractive sites for 'server farms'
As Internet usage continues to increase around the world, big tech companies like Facebook and Google must continuly increase the number and power of their servers to continue to grow and maintain their services. Scandinavian countries are becoming increasingly popular sites to build "server farms" because their climates mean lower costs....
Survivor tries to make sense of aftermath of Norway attacks as trial continues
The trial of Anders Breivik, the Norwegian man who is accused of trying to start a race war by massacring dozens at a political party youth conference, has faded from the headlines as it marches onward. But for Norwegians, the questions it raised are still bold. They're trying to find their way forward amidst uncomfortable questions....
At trial, suspect in Norway massacre says he'd 'do it again'
The second day of what is expected to be a 10-week trial for Anders Breivik, the man accused of massacring 77 people in Norway last July, included provocative statements by the defendant. He insists his attack was motivated by goodness, and that he'd do it again....
Trial begins in Norway for Anders Breivik, accused of attack killing 77 people
Anders Breivik's trial commenced Monday morning with a plead of not guilty on the grounds of self defense. Breivik is accused of killing 77 people in Norway last July during terrorist attacks against the government. The court must determine Breivik's sanity as well as whether or not he is guilty....
In Norway, an isolated island at the center of global research on climate change
On Svalbard, in Norway, the farthest north inhabited place on Earth, scientists are at the center of research on climate change. It's also become a magnet for politicians, stars and even royalty who are looking to stake a claim as environmentalists....
Norway's musk oxen provide warning of climate change consequences
Norway's musk oxen are doing well today, but just a few years ago, when temperatures reached record highs, they died in unprecedented numbers. Now scientists say that may have been a warning of what is to come if the Earth's temperature continues to rise....
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