Good cookin'

One man, a portable kitchen, a stunning scenery. That's all you need for a good cooking show, according to Norwegian chef Andreas Viestad. Soon, the charismatic young culinary wonder will appear on a TV screen near you.

Wergeland's legacy

There have never been many Jews in Norway. In fact, the number has never exceeded a couple of thousand. Two hundred years ago, however, there were absolutely none. And the Constitution of 1814 ensured that no Jews would be allowed into the young nation. One man stood out to protestthe prohibition of Jewish immigration to Norway. This article is an introduction to the story of Henrik Wergeland a...

Gro’ing to the UN

Former Norwegian Prime Minister Gro Harlem Brundtland will be joining a new, high-level UN blue-ribbon panel aimed at reforming the international organization at the core. “The structure of the Security Council is among the things we’ll discuss,” Dr. Brundtland said.

Ready to help rebuild Iraq

Although not at war, Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik said Norway will contribute to reconstructing Iraq once the conflict has ended. "Iraq and the rest of the Middle East must be ensured a stable future based on peace, freedom and democracy," he said.

Korea remembered

If you have ever seen the TV series M*A*S*H, you know something about what the Korean War was like for the 623 Norwegians who participated in it. In late July, Norway was among the nations that commemorated the 50 years that have passed since the end of the war.

Kicking it in Oslo

A passion for soccer. That is the common denominator among 27,000 youngsters from all corners of the world who are gathered in Oslo for this week's Norway Cup. Among the many international participants are eight American teams.

Norway increases humanitarian assistance to Liberia

The Foreign Ministry decided today to allocate a further NOK 10m (USD 1.4m)to alleviate the disastrous humanitarian situation in Liberia. Norwegian humanitarian assistance to Liberia this year has now totalled NOK 45m (USD 6.2).

A facelift for Ibsen's Ghosts

The Shakespeare Theatre in Washington, D.C. presents a new and modern version of Henrik Ibsen’s classic ”Ghosts.” Adapted and directed by Edwin Sherin, and starring four-time Oscar nominee, Tony and Emmy award-winner Jane Alexander. The powerful re-make offers a contemporary take on Ibsen’s existentialist and tragic drama.

Become an explorer

Have you ever read about the explorers of the Arctic North and thought to yourself: “I could do that?” If you have, here’s your chance to prove yourself. South Pole explorers Liv Arnesen and Ann Bancroft are going on a 15-day skiing trip in April, and you’re invited.

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