The Russian Embassy in Oslo and other diplomatic institutions run by the Russian Federation in Norway will reduce the number ...

Like the Northern Lights, which is possibly Norway's most famous natural phenomenon, the midnight sun is another major event ...

Norway, which has closed its consulate in Murmansk in northwest Russia, now has only a limited diplomatic presence, with its embassy staff sharply reduced in Moscow and a consulate in Saint Petersburg ...

The Viking Festival in Lofoten, celebrated annually in August, is the highlight for visitors. It showcases mock battles, live ...

A team of researchers have observed marine snails evolve to closely resemble their predecessors over just 30 years – which is ...

Norway's distinct seasons and diverse geography offer unique experiences all year long. The Local has picked its favourite ...

Feeling inspired by the recent displays in the UK? Check out these spots to see the natural light show at its most vivid and ...

The Koster archipelago's snail populations, affected by a toxic algae bloom, became the focus of a decades-long study ...

This archipelago, located between Iceland and Norway, has been welcoming tourists for the past 10 years, in ever-increasing ...

From stargazing in dark sky parks and chasing solar eclipses to experiencing the Northern Lights up-close, astro-tourism is ...

"From October 15, 2024, services of the Russian consulate general on Spitsbergen will be temporarily limited due to technical problems until further notice. Offsite consular services will be ...