A photo exhibition is held to celebrate Sami Language Week in Oslo, Norway, on Oct. 23, 2023. Norway launched Sami Language Week on Monday, aiming to bring the Sami languages into the public spotlight ...

Like many children, Eric Silk, 10, and his brother Einar, 8, like watching their Harry Potter DVD. Close inspection reveals that it’s not “The Chamber of Secrets” version. It’s “Og Mysterie Kammeret.” ...

IN the literature of one kind and another that has been, of late, so suddenly and plenteously evoked by the introduction of the poet Ibsen to the English reader, there is often a curious confusion as ...

Here are some common myths about Norwegian we've tried to bust. Photo by Einar Storsul on Unsplash So, you want to learn Norwegian? We’ve looked into the most common myths about the language and why ...

The Norwegian-Finnish border at Kivilompolo-Kautokeino is already marked with the Sámi name Norga. (Thomas Nilsen/The Independent Barents Observer) Roads into Norway from Sweden, Finland and Russia ...

The Sons of Norway are resuming their free Norwegian language and culture classes on Wednesday. Classes are held at the Sons of Norway Lodge 5-7 p.m. and include a snack. Beginners and more ...

Norway's government wants to raise the language requirements for permanent residence. Pictured is a view of Oslo. Photo by Jack White on Unsplash A proposal to raise the language requirements for ...

Marines have become a common presence in Norway in recent years, as they train for combat in harsh Arctic conditions and on rough terrain. During that training, Marines and Norwegian troops often work ...

The country's Oscar committee will announce its official candidate from the narrowed list, which also includes "It's Only Make Believe," on Sept. 20. By Scott Roxborough Europe Bureau Chief A ...