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The history behind Orkney's vote to 'join Norway'

For the third time in half a century, Orkney, UK, has raised the issue of its Nordic origins and an apparent desire to embrace them once more. Earlier this week, Orkney Islands Council voted on a motion to begin exploring options of “greater subsidiarity and autonomy”, potentially looking beyond the…

The Conversation

The Nordic countries on a budget: readers choose their favourite trips

Scandinavia, Finland and Iceland are stunningly beautiful but can be notoriously hard on the wallet – our readers know how to get the most out of a trip to Europe’s far north

The Guardian - UK

Viking sword from warrior's grave unearthed in family's yard in Norway

The Viking Age weapon was discovered by a homeowner clearing land for an extension.

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Science activism is surging – which marks a culture shift among scientists

Hundreds of scientists protested government efforts to restrict educational access to Western science theories, including Darwin’s theory of evolution, in June 2023 in India. Similarly, scientists in Mexico participated in a research strike in May 2023 to protest a national law they claimed would threaten the conditions for basic research.…

The Conversation

Figures show stark drop in European dependency on Russian oil, natural gas

Fresh figures have shown the extent of the European Union's efforts to reduce its energy dependency on Russia, with Moscow accounting for just 3 percent of the bloc's oil imports in the first quarter of this year, compared to 26 percent during the same period in 2022. The EU has…

France 24

Edinburgh local to cycle nearly 4500km to raise money for African children

An Edinburgh resident is due to cycle almost 5000km from Italy to Norway to raise money to educate African children which will be spread over ten nights.

Edinburgh Live

Norway: Plug-In Car Sales Exceeded 90% Share In June 2023

In June, 14,155 new passenger plug-in cars were registered in Norway (up 6% year-over-year), which is about 90.9% of the total volume.

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‘It’s a bit of fun’: Orkney residents savour idea of joining Norway

Orcadians cite their Nordic links and neglect by Edinburgh as they digest a council decision to explore alternative governance

The Guardian - UK

Orkney council votes for motion to explore becoming part of Norway

The vote followed a motion by council leader James Stockman.

Daily Record

Women’s World Cup 2023 team guides part two: Norway

Last year’s humiliating Euros exit hasn’t dampened expectations for a team who look more solid under new coach Hege Riise

The Guardian - UK

Motion on Orkney’s future ‘not about joining Norway’, says council leader

He said the islands have been ‘restricted’ and ‘held down’ by both the Scottish and UK governments.

The Independent UK

Orkney to join Norway? No 10 says no way, but islanders have a grudge to bear

The island’s council have voted to explore leaving the United Kingdom, writes Oliver Pritchard-Jones

The Independent UK

Westminster rejects idea of Orkney leaving UK and joining Norway

Orkney’s council leader James Stockan has put forward a motion which says it is time for the islands to consider other forms of governance.

Daily Record

Orkexit: why does Orkney want to leave the UK for Norway?

Orkney could leave the UK and become a territory of Norway under new proposals to explore “alternative forms of governance” for the archipelego.

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Evening Standard

Norway? No way, says No 10, as Orkney considers its constitutional future

Orkney is to explore its ‘Nordic connections’ as the council discusses alternative forms of governance – but No 10 dismissed the prospect of change

The Independent UK

Feeling neglected by Scotland, some in the Orkney Islands mull rejoining Norway

Sick of being ignored by far-away politicians, officials on Scotland’s remote Orkney Islands are mulling a drastic solution

Wales Online

UK islands 'failed dreadfully by governments' consider becoming territory of Norway

The islands' council is exploring options to change its status

Evening Standard

Orkney to explore ‘Nordic links’ as council consider becoming part of Norway

The council leader has put forward a motion which says it is time for Orkney to consider other forms of governance.

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Daily Record

Orkney 'could leave Scotland and UK and become part of Norway' councillor says

Island councillors will tomorrow discuss “alternative governance” as they look at becoming more independent, with the council leader citing a lack of government cash from Holyrood and Westminster as the cause.

The Guardian - UK

Orkney could leave UK for Norway as it explores ‘alternative governance’

Island council leader cites ‘deep cultural relationship’, as authority considers a report looking at status of Channel Islands and Faroes

The National (Scotland)

Orkney council to look at proposals to leave UK and become territory of Norway

ORKNEY council is set to consider proposals to change the island's status within the UK or even become a self-governing territory of Norway.

Tribune News Service

Stellantis invests in Norway nickel, cobalt mining project

The maker of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles has taken a nearly 20% shareholding in a nickel and cobalt supplier in Norway as part of efforts to strengthen its electric-vehicle battery supply chain.

The Independent UK

Women’s World Cup TV schedule: How to watch every match in UK

All games at this years Women’s World Cup will be shown live on the BBC and ITV

The Independent UK

FIFA Women’s World Cup start date, fixtures and full schedule

England will go into the World Cup as one of the tournament favourites after winning the Euros

Daily Record

Odin Holm steal sees Celtic follow in Steve Clarke's footsteps as ex Norwegian star left reeling by double Scottish raid

Solberg can't believe Celtic followed in Steve Clarke's footsteps and raided Norway just days after his Scotland team did the same.

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