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INFLUENZA H1N1
WHO says mutation found in virus strain
The World Health Organisation said on Friday that a mutation has been found in samples of Influenza H1N1 taken after the first two deaths from the virus in Norway.
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NORWAY
Ruling Labour Party govt claims victory with slim margin
Norway's centre-left governing coalition, led by Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg's Labour Party, claimed victory after Monday's legislative elections, exit polls say.
NORWAY
Centre-left coalition set to retain slender lead
Norway's centre-left governing coalition, led by Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg's Labour Party, has retained a slender majority in the Norwegian parliament after Monday's legislative elections, exit polls say.
NORWAY
Close race expected in general election
Norwegians vote on Monday in a general election that is expected to be a close race. Labour Party premier Jens Stoltenberg (centre), in power since 2005, has campaigned on his success at steering Norway through the global economic crisis.
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In the Papers
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DR CONGO
Oslo condemns death sentence for two Norwegians
Norway on Tuesday condemned a Congolese military court's death sentence passed on two of its nationals, calling the move "completely unacceptable”. The two are charged with murdering their driver during a visit to the country.
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WEATHER
Six crew members missing after vessel sinks in North Sea
A Norwegian-registered cargo ship has sunk with six crew members on board after running into stormy conditions off the Swedish coast. A captain with the Swedish coastguard said that "time was running out" for the missing crew members.
Norway
Norway’s economic oasis sheltered from crisis
Norway appears to be steering clear of the global financial crisis. FRANCE 24’s reporters take a closer look at this resilient economy, bolstered by its sovereign wealth fund and its extensive oil and gas resources.
FOOTBALL - 2010 WORLD CUP
Netherlands first to qualify after victory over Norway
The Netherlands maintain their faultless record after defeating Norway 2-0 in the World Cup qualifying Group Nine on Wednesday. The Dutch are the only European nation to have already qualified for the 2010 World Cup, to be held in South Africa.
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