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Fast-track mining projects: The hard questions NZ must ask about the claimed economic benefits
RNZ
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July 7, 2025
By By Glenn Banks* of Photo: 123rf Much of the debate about the fast-track applications by a number of new or extended mining projects has, understandably, focused on their environmental impacts. But the other side of the equation - economic...
Argeo files for bankruptcy due to cash crisis and lack of contracts
Splash 247
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July 7, 2025
Due to a challenging financial position, with limited liquidity and limited resources to satisfy its short-term and long-term obligations, Norwegian surveyor Argeo has decided to file for bankruptcy. The company said on Monday that the formal...
No, Trump hasn't threatened to bomb Norway if he doesn't get Nobel Peace Prize
Euronews
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Published on 07/07/2025 - 7:45 GMT+2 Misleading claims are circulating online that US President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Norway if he doesn't receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Posts on X and other social media platforms like those pictured...
Business News | UAE Becomes World's Third-largest Holder of Sovereign Wealth and Public Pension Assets
Latestly
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July 4, 2025
Dubai [UAE], July 4 (ANI): The United Arab Emirates now ranks third globally in total sovereign wealth and public pension assets, with a combined portfolio of USD 2.49 trillion (Dh9.17 trillion), according to the 2025 mid-year report by Global...
Norway removes sanctions on Syria: What to know
Al-Monitor
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July 3, 2025
Norway announced the lifting of its sanctions on Syria on Wednesday, mirroring moves by the European Union and United States as Syria’s transitional government seeks help in rebuilding the economy. The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said...
Norway Reached 96.9% Market Share For EVs In June
Slashdot
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Electric vehicles claimed a dominant 96.9% market share in Norway in June 2025, with the Tesla Model Y alone accounting for over 27% of all new car registrations. Mobility Portal Europe reports: According to the Norwegian Public Roads...
Hansen shoots Norway to brink of quarters, France pip England
Gulf Today
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July 7, 2025
France staked their claim to be contenders for Women's Euro 2025 by beating holders England 2-1 on Saturday and joining the Netherlands at the top of Group D. Marie-Antoinette Katoto and Sandy Baltimore netted within three minutes of each other...
Knowledge Nugget: World Bank ranked India among ‘most equal countries’: How is it relevant for UPSC Exam
The Indian Express
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July 7, 2025
Take a look at the essential events, concepts, terms, quotes, or phenomena every day and brush up your knowledge. Here’s your knowledge nugget for today on Gini Index 2025.(Relevance: UPSC frequently asks questions on reports and indices. The key...
Norwegian royal, 22, comes out as bisexual at Pride parade with support from mom Princess Märtha Louise, her shaman husband
New York Post
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July 3, 2025
A young royal has become the first member of the Norwegian royal family to publicly come out as queer. Maud Angelica Behn, the eldest daughter of Princess Märtha Louise, attended Oslo’s Pride Parade over the weekend where she decided to share the...
The hard questions NZ must ask about the claimed economic benefits of fast-track mining projects
The Conversation
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July 7, 2025
Much of the debate about the fast-track applications by a number of new or extended mining projects has, understandably, focused on their environmental impacts. But the other side of the equation – economic growth and investment, the government’s...
Norway Defeat Swiss Hosts in Women’s Euro 2025 Opener
News Central TV
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July 3, 2025
Norway came from behind to defeat tournament hosts Switzerland 2-1 in their opening Women’s Euro 2025 fixture on Wednesday, clinching the top spot in Group A after a gritty second-half turnaround in Basel. In front of 34,000 fans at St Jakob-Park,...
Norway start slowly in their mission to re-establish themselves as a major footballing nation
The New York Times
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July 3, 2025
At half-time in the bowels of St Jakob-Park in their Euro 2025 opener, the Norway players stared into a haunting mirror. The previous 45 minutes wasn’t them — at least, not the Norway this talent-rich side and new manager Gemma Grainger had...
Julien Alfred Details Painful Start to NCAA Track and Field Career: ‘I Wanted to Go Home’
Essentially Sports
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July 6, 2025
Before stepping onto the track for the 50th edition of the Prefontaine Classic, Julien Alfred took a pause—this time not on the blocks, but behind the mic at the pre-meet press conference. Scheduled to compete in the women’s 100m on July 5, the...
Denmark’s economy leads the world as Australia advances and USA declines
Independent Australia
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The Independent Australia ranking on economic management (IAREM) for 2025 affirms progressive policies worldwide, as Alan Austin reports. DENMARK HAS the world’s best-performed economy for the first time in the 19-year period through which this...
Norway: Green cooperation with China key for climate, economy
CGTN
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Closer green cooperation between China and Europe is crucial for tackling global climate challenges and driving economic recovery, Norwegian business leaders and analysts have said, urging deeper dialogue and practical collaboration in key sectors...
Norway proposes HEIs set their fees for non-Europe students amid enrolment concerns
The PIE news
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July 3, 2025
In a press release, Norway’s ministry of education and research announced new proposals allowing its universities to set their own tuition levels for students from outside the European Union and European Economic Area. “As is normal in other...
Norway eases sanctions on Syria, keeps restrictions on key Figures from defunct regime
SANA
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July 3, 2025
Oslo, SANA-The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Thursday a relaxation of sanctions imposed on Syria, in a move aimed at supporting the European initiative to reassess economic measures enforced on Damascus, while emphasizing the...
Graham Hansen’s late winner downs Finland and puts Norway into last eight
The Guardian
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July 6, 2025
Norway became the first team to reach the knockout stages of Women’s Euro 2025 after grinding out a 2-1 victory over a courageous Finland. Caroline Graham Hansen’s late winner in Sion broke Helmarit hearts after Oona Sevenius had cancelled out Eva...
Norwegian Firm Gets Electricity License for South Korean Offshore Wind Project
Offshore Engineer News
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July 3, 2025
Jul 3, 2025 (Credit: Deep Wind Offshore) Norway-based company Deep Wind Offshore has secured the Electricity Business License (EBL) for the Admiral Lee offshore wind project in South Korea. The approval marks a major step forward for the 345 MW...
Norway’s Royal Circles Are Apparently Fearing Princess Ingrid’s ‘Prison Stay’ At USYD
Pedestrian
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July 3, 2025
Norwegian royal-watchers are apparently not too pleased with Princess Ingrid Alexandra, following her decision to study at the University of Sydney in August. ICYMI, the Princess — the eldest daughter of Norway’s King, Harold V — revealed in April...