Norway's Smart Glasses Ban Sparks Privacy Debate
Norway plans a temporary ban on camera-enabled smart glasses in public places like parks, museums, and schools, citing covert recording fears. The move follows similar restrictions in the UK and US.
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Tens of Thousands Line Oslo Streets to Bid Farewell to King Harald V
Tens of thousands of Norwegians lined Oslo streets as Europe's royalty and global leaders gathered for King Harald V's funeral, ending 13 days of national mourning. The 89-year-old monarch was remembered for his light-touch and unassuming reformist style.
Norway Fund Proposes $80B Treasury Selloff: Norway's $2 trillion
Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund has proposed selling roughly $80 billion in U.S. Treasuries, a significant reduction in its government bond holdings. The proposal aims to shift the fund's asset allocation away from fixed income toward equities and other investments.
King Harald V of Norway Dies at 89, Crown Prince Haakon to Succeed
King Harald V, Norway's longest-reigning and oldest monarch, died on August 28, 2026, at Oslo University Hospital after treatment for a rare blood condition. Crown Prince Haakon is expected to become King Haakon VIII as Norway enters a closely watched royal transition.
