The Local (Norway)

1 week ago | thelocal.no | Robin-Ivan Capar

Easter in Norway is often a mix of spring warmth and snowy mountain fun – many families plan out days filled with skiing, oranges, and Kvikk Lunsj snack breaks. This year, however, the weather is proving to be anything but predictable, with state meteorologists warning of rapidly shifting conditions from region to region. So, if you're planning a trip this Easter, it pays to know not just what kind of weather to expect but how to stay safe – especially if you're heading into the mountains.

1 week ago | thelocal.no | Robin-Ivan Capar

Navigating a job search in any foreign country often feels like stepping into uncharted territory. You're not just applying for a job – you're trying to decode a whole new set of workplace norms, expectations, and unspoken rules, which Norway, in particular, is known for. What works in your home country might fall flat in this Scandinavian country, and even something as simple as how you greet an interviewer can make or break your first impression.

1 week ago | thelocal.no | Frazer Norwell

The number of tourists visiting Tromsø, in northern Norway above the Arctic Circle, has skyrocketed in recent years. Figures from a tourism survey show that the number of Airbnb bookings increased by 70 percent between 2023 and 2024, while the number of hotel stays increased by 22.2 percent in December 2024 compared to the year before. The industry organisation Norwegian Tourism Partner’s northern division conducted the survey.

1 week ago | thelocal.no | Robin-Ivan Capar

First-time home prices in Norway have skyrocketed since 2008 The average price of a first-time home in Norway has surged by 110 percent over the past 17 years. First-time buyers now pay an average of 3.6 million kroner, compared to just 1.7 million kroner in 2008, according to new data from the Norwegian Real Estate Association (NEF). Oslo has seen the steepest rise, with prices up by 148 percent, while Stavanger has experienced the slowest growth at 67 percent. Carl O.

1 week ago | thelocal.no | Frazer Norwell

Media reports on Norwegian police investigations and court trials include words that can be hard to understand, as they may not quite match what seems to be happening with the rest of the report or have overlapping meanings. READ ALSO: How different is the Norwegian prison system really? Fengslingsmøte If a suspect is arrested on suspicion of a crime, police may want to detain the person while the investigation is ongoing.