Opinion

Norwegian small businesses have little trust in politicians

Most businesses in Norway are small, and in a survey of more than 5,000 of them, half said that excessive bureaucracy steals time, energy and resources from their business. More than two-thirds disagree that politicians recognise the importance of small businesses.

Iranian artist and comedian succeeds with “friendly” Norwegian national team kit

An artist born in Iran wants to create unity by making a national team kit without the cross, and with friendly lions. Amir Asgharnejad has had success with what he calls the «Dream Kit». But he does not want to talk about the money he has earned.

Muslim declares New York an Islamic Republic – Close ties to Mohammed Hijab

«Allahu Akbar. This is the Islamic Republic of New York-istan. Islam will be in every home. If Allah wills, the whole world shall become Muslim.» This was declared by the YouTuber Sneako during the celebration of Egypt’s victory over Australia on the streets of New York. Sneako, who believes Jewish supremacy is the root of America’s problems, collaborates with Mohammed Hijab, Islam Net’s foremost supporter.

Europe can no longer protect its people

The father of two had travelled to Copenhagen to watch a football match, but was murdered by a serial criminal African migrant. Now his wife must explain to their two young daughters why their father is never coming home. This is the price that a country’s immigration policy exacts from ordinary families.

The devaluation of the term “Expert”

One consequence of the crusade against Trump is that the label “expert” has lost all meaning. When Eirik Løkke expresses his views, he does not provide a solid basis for his opinions. He simply delivers propaganda. And when there is too much of it, it loses its value. It is everywhere, and people become apathetic—some even receptive to opposing arguments.

The hoof protrudes

The Government is trying to capitalise politically on Norway’s FIFA World Cup campaign. Minister of Culture and Equality Lubna Jaffery claims that state funding from the national football pools and Norway’s grassroots football system produced the team that defeated Brazil. At best, that is only half the story. Nor is this the only sense of community the Labour Party seeks to exploit. It also promotes Pride and a woke-inspired school system that divides the population. These are, the author argues, artificial forms of community.

Norway erupts in celebration

The result exceeded all expectations, and tens of thousands of people in central Oslo and at Ullevaal Stadium were able to celebrate without restraint. Erling Braut Haaland wants Norwegians to take greater pride in their country, just as nations such as Brazil take pride in their national colours. He wants this World Cup to change history—and the way we think about our own nation.

Sweden is under siege

It is happening fast now. After decades in which Sweden has changed slowly but surely, the change is now happening at a furious pace. Or is it actually about change at all? Perhaps it is simply that what has previously changed in secret is now emerging in all its clarity?

Streaming our lives away

The range of streaming services is so overwhelming that keeping up to date is a full-time job. Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, Prime Video, Viaplay, TV 2 Play… Every week a new series appears that someone says you simply must watch. It is a jungle out there. And a gnawing, burning unease in here.

Speech to the Conservative Association meeting in Birmingham on April 20 1968

While, to the immigrant, entry to this country was admission to privileges and opportunities
eagerly sought, the impact upon the existing population was very different. For reasons which
they could not comprehend, and in pursuance of a decision by default, on which they were never
consulted, they found themselves made strangers in their own country.