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EU strikes back, likely to adopt tariffs on US goods on Wednesday
EU trade representatives really know how to have fun. As the EU responds to the Trump tariffs, they are almost exclusively targeting products from Republican states. Soya farmers in particular will be hit hard, which is of symbolic importance to Republicans.
Continue reading »New survey shows increasingly negative view of Israel among Americans
A new Pew Research Center survey shows that a majority of Americans, 53 per cent, now have a negative view of Israel.
Continue reading »New book reveals Harris staff mapped out judges for quick presidential inauguration
A new book claims that a communications director for former Vice President Kamala Harris created a list of federal judges appointed by Republicans who could have sworn Harris in as president should President Joe Biden unexpectedly die.
Continue reading »Thousands of Norwegian victims waiting for compensation in criminal cases
Many people who have been victims of crime in Norway are waiting in uncertainty to receive compensation from those convicted. According to figures from the Norwegian Tax Administration, more than 4,000 convicted criminals owe their victims at least NOK 1.5 billion in compensation because they cannot afford to pay.
Continue reading »Starmer has to water down Net Zero due to Trump tariffs
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will deliver a series of key speeches on the UK economy this week in the wake of the Trump tariffs and stock market fall. Among other things, he will announce that he will reduce costly climate measures.
Continue reading »New survey claims that a majority of Norwegians want a new EU referendum
A new survey from Opinion shows that a majority of the Norwegian population is in favour of a possible new referendum on Norwegian EU membership. Interestingly enough, 42 per cent of those who would currently vote no to the EU are also in favour of a new referendum, at least according to this survey.
Continue reading »Illegal migrant in the US challenges Trump
“I am an immigrant, I am undocumented, fearless, queer and ashamed.”
Continue reading »New conservative party censored: – This is election influence
The county chapters and politicians affiliated with political party Konservative are being systematically blocked on Facebook. Today, the county party page for Akershus was censored.
Continue reading »Speaking out: “Nobody talks about culture as a cause of youth crime
Almir Martin, deputy chairman of the board of Equality, Inclusion and Diversity (LIM), has in an opinion piece advocated a new approach to the debate on youth crime. He argues that values and morals, and not just income, are crucial factors.
Continue reading »Government tightens climate targets to at least 70 per cent cuts by 2035
The government has announced a new climate target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The cuts will mainly take place in Norway and through co-operation with the EU.
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