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Australia
Australian officials tell fans to give Neil the seal some flipping space
Neil, the only male elephant seal to visit Tasmania in years, has commanded an enthralled TikTok following of 1.4 million.
3 Jul 2026 - 12:52PM
Science
Energy expert Yang Tao returns from Norway to China University of Petroleum
1 Jul 2026 - 5:17AM
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Malaysia
Malaysia narrows hunt for replacement missiles after Norway axes contract
29 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM
Malaysia
Malaysia demands US$257 million from Norwegian firm over axed missile deal
The country says it is asking Norway to mediate between the two parties so that the company can settle the claims.
26 Jun 2026 - 3:17PM
Erling Haaland
Meet Norway striker Erling Haaland’s girlfriend, Isabel Haugseng Johansen
The pair met when they both played football at the youth academy of their hometown, Bryne, Norway, and welcomed a son in 2024.
22 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM
Animals
Iceland resumes whale hunt amid protest
It is one of the only three countries – alongside Japan and Norway – that still openly permit whaling.
21 Jun 2026 - 12:31AM
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Artificial intelligence
Norway enacts near AI ban for junior school pupils, curbs use for older children
The move follows a 2024 ban on smartphones after Norway recorded a broad decline in education test scores.
20 Jun 2026 - 2:55PM
China-Africa relations
More and more Africans want to learn Chinese. But who will teach them?
African nations are adding Chinese to their national curricula, but the roll-out is hampered by a lack of qualified teachers.
19 Jun 2026 - 4:56PM
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Royalty
Norway’s crown princess has ‘successful’ lung transplant
Palace confirms the 52-year-old royal is recovering in an Oslo hospital, weeks after doctors said she joined the waiting list for a new lung.
17 Jun 2026 - 6:04PM
Royalty
Norwegian crown princess’ son to be jailed 4 years for rape, domestic violence
One alleged rape took place in the basement of the crown prince’s family home, the court heard.
15 Jun 2026 - 7:35PM
Art
Britain’s David Hockney, a giant of contemporary art, dies aged 88
A major artist of the 20th and 21st centuries, he continued painting, experimenting and exhibiting right up until his death.
13 Jun 2026 - 1:54AM
Sexual harassment and assault
Days before rape verdict, court grants release of Norway crown princess’ son
Facing 40 charges including rape, Marius Borg Hoiby wins a release order after pleading to see his ailing mother, but prosecutors appeal.
9 Jun 2026 - 11:27AM
Nordic nations
Norway crown princess awaits lung transplant
There had been a ‘dramatic deterioration’ in her health in recent months, giving her only around a year left to live without a transplant.
5 Jun 2026 - 9:35PM
Malaysia
‘Norway caused the problem’: Malaysia chases scrapped missile deal refund
Defence Minister Khaled said the government was exploring alternatives from other countries, including Italy, France and South Korea.
2 Jun 2026 - 3:00PM
Malaysia
Malaysia blasts ‘conspicuously muted’ response over axed Norway missile deal
Defence Minister Khaled told the Shangri-La Dialogue that Oslo’s move was ‘destructive’ to the credibility of the rules-based global order.
31 May 2026 - 6:23PM
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Malaysia
‘Tiger without fangs’: Malaysia navy faces turbulence over Norway’s missile ban
While Malaysia considers alternatives from ‘three to four countries’, analysts say an advanced missile system is crucial for its navy.
28 May 2026 - 5:48PM
Nordic nations
Norway to join France’s nuclear umbrella, in move away from US reliance
European countries are seeking to strengthen their defence capabilities amid doubts about US commitments and tensions with Russia.
28 May 2026 - 6:50AM
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SCMP Highlights
Singapore’s tense drone trials, Thailand targets bad tourists: 7 Asia highlights
From Singapore’s weaponised drone trials to Thailand targeting bad tourists, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
26 May 2026 - 2:12PM
Cannes Film Festival
‘Fjord’ by Romania’s Mungiu wins Palme d’Or at Cannes
The film stars Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve as a couple who have their children taken from them by child services for spanking them.
24 May 2026 - 9:03AM
Defence
Bordering Russia, Norway adopts ‘total defence’ mode, focuses on civil readiness
Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre warned earlier this year that ‘war could once again come to Norway’.
23 May 2026 - 3:52PM
SCMP Highlights
Xi hosts Putin over tea; rare earth find in northeast China: 7 highlights
From the Iran conflict rattling Chinese investors to Li Ka-shing’s charitable support, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
22 May 2026 - 12:34PM
Malaysia
US denies role in Norway’s cancelled missile sale to Malaysia
Washington said it supported the deal after the row raised questions over US influence on weapons with American-made parts.
21 May 2026 - 3:11PM
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Malaysia
Did US restrictions sink Malaysia’s US$147 million Norway missile deal?
Analysts say US-controlled parts may have been a factor in Norway’s revoked export licences, underscoring risks for Asian defence buyers.
21 May 2026 - 3:24PM
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Animals
Norway reports Europe’s first case of bird flu in a polar bear
The H5N5 variant was also found in a walrus found about 1,000km from the North Pole, and is thought to be the likely cause of death.
20 May 2026 - 1:40AM
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Fjord: Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve anchor ice-cold child welfare drama
Fjord, set in a remote Norwegian village with stunning backdrops, explores a religious couple’s clash with Norway’s Child Protection Services.
19 May 2026 - 4:45PM
India
India links up with UAE, Europe on Modi’s grand tour
Seizing on the UAE’s Opec exit and a new EU trade pact, India’s PM looks to lock-in long-term energy supply and economic dividends.
18 May 2026 - 6:21PM
Mainland China
Norway arrests Chinese national for alleged spying
Court orders suspect be remanded in custody for four weeks, in the second high-profile case this month.
18 May 2026 - 10:38AM
Malaysia
Malaysia weighs legal action after Norway blocks missile exports
The missiles are central to Malaysia’s troubled littoral combat ship programme as Putrajaya says it will seek an explanation from Oslo.
14 May 2026 - 10:36AM
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