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The High North Tour 2021
Martin Losvik skjermdump YT

The High North Tour 2021: Photographer Martin Losvik – From Nomad to Contemporary Archaeologist

Valnesfjord: “Security disappeared early on, so I am well trained for working from my home office”, says photographer and artist Martin Losvik from Valnesfjord, Nordland county. He has lived like a nomad for years. Now, he works on what he refers to as contemporary archaeology in his own immediate environment.
Politics

Norwegian Government Considers Stopping Sale of Bergen Engines

The Norwegian National Security Authority has informed Rolls Royce that the sale may be stopped. Earlier this year, Rolls Royce signed a Letter of Intent about selling its Norwegian subsidiary Bergen Engines to Russian-controlled TMH International.
Life in the Arctic
Coastal erosion - Permafrost

Permafrost Thaw put Construction at Risk

As permafrost thaws around the world, the steel, concrete and tarmac structures sitting on top are warping and crumbling.

Notices

Politics / 03.03.2021

Decision on Potential Humpback Whale Hunting Moratorium for Nuuk Fjord Today

The local council in Sermersooq municipality in Greenland will decide this…
Politics / 03.03.2021

Canada’s Military Launches Scaled-Down Annual Arctic Exercise

About 160 Canadian soldiers are taking part in a scaled down version of…
Business / 03.03.2021

Nunavut Mine's Study on Caribou Roundly Rejected

A scientific analysis commissioned by Agnico Eagle that found the mining…
Arctic living / 02.03.2021

Man Injured in Svalbard Polar Bear Attack

A man has been injured and brought to hospital in Longyearbyen following…
Politics

U.S.-Norwegian Joint Air Operations: "There Should Be No Message of Threat"

Military officials from the United States and Norway emphasize that the current US B-1 missions in Norway should be regarded as normal military activity between two close allies.
Politics
Ambassador-at-large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Nikolai Korchunov. (Photo Roscongress/Arctic Territory of Dialogue)

Russian Arctic Council Chairmanship: "Will Welcome more Active Engagement of the Observer States"

Russia sets sustainable development, dialogue and economic growth as priority areas for its upcoming Arctic Council chairmanship.
The High North Tour 2021
Skjermdump Leif Godvik

The High North Tour 2021: “I Find That Very Provoking”

Stø, Northern Norway: “In order to make unemployed youth work in the fish industry, some argue that they should keep their unemployment benefits on top of the wakes they make in the industry. That provokes me a great deal, I must honestly admit”, says foreman Leif Godvik at the Gunnar Klo company.
Arne O. Holm says

About Meeting People in the Middle of Their Own History

(Commentary) Narvik: From my involuntary exile in an office at home, I have taken the plunge and stepped out to meet those who never had that same opportunity to protect themselves and their nearest ones against the pandemic. I have rarely been this busy.
Newsletter
Arne O. Holm og bobilen. (Foto: Martin Losvik)

Current Reports from the High North People

On Monday, we let the cat out of the bag: The High North Tour 2021 is ON! After a year of desktop journalism, enough was enough. Our Editor-in-Chief Arne O. Holm has hit the road and now reports directly from people he meets in the North, from his mobile pandemic office on wheels.
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Business
CdeM

Arctic Natural Gas Carrier In Drydock to Repair Damage from Winter Test Voyage

In January two ice-capable LNG carriers traveled across the frozen winter Arctic Ocean without icebreaker escort for the first time. While the operator originally assured that the trip went smoothly, one of ships now needs to undergo repairs in a dry dock due to damage sustained during the voyage.
Politics
Daglig leder i UTSYN, Hedda Langemyr

“Must Strengthen Trust Between the Authorities and the People”

The Norwegian Defense Minister has appeared at the NGO Utsyn’s two last dialogue meetings. Utsyn Manager Hedda Bryn Langemyr believes that is a sign that the authorities want a better dialogue with the civilian population.
The High North Tour 2021

The High North Tour 2021: «It was Urgent for Months»

Valnesfjord, Fauske, Nordland: Han Sylte is not just a start-up entrepreneur. It is a universe of its own. When the pandemic hit, Mathilde Winther had invested heavily in new buildings. “All of a sudden we had no money to pay the mortgage. It was a matter of urgency for months.”
The High North Tour 2021
Arne O. Holm og bobilen. (Foto: Martin Losvik)

The High North Tour 2021

The High North: For almost a year, journalism has been done from the desk in our own homes. Apart from sports journalism, that is, which appears to be exempt from all regulations. Whether or not we have been hit by a pandemic outbreak will soon be the only thing we know about each other.
Research

Alaska Records 10 Cases of California Corona Virus Mutant

Scientists in Alaska have discovered 10 cases of a new strain of the Corona virus, first found in California.
Politics

US B-1s Conducted First Mission from Norway

The U.S. B-1 Lancers currently deployed to Ørland Air Base in Norway conducted their first mission of the deployment in and around the Barents Sea. 
Politics

Working with Allies Crucial for Credible Deterrence, EUCOM Commander Emphasizes

– The missions show U.S. commitment to its allies and partners and the credibility of the air forces to address a more uncertain global security environment, says Commander of the U.S. European Command Tod D. Wolters regarding the US Air Force bombers currently stationed in Norway. 
Newsletter

Balancing Security Politics

Dear reader. With American bomber planes on Norwegian soil, and the USA and Canada’s announcing upgrading their joint air defense, this week is largely one of security politics.
Arne O. Holm says

Lack of Dialogue Increases the Distance Between North and South

(COMMENTARY) Sortland, Norway: Secrecy is a vital part of any country’s defense and security policy. The level of secrecy is nevertheless also crucial for trust between authorities and the inhabitants of a country.
Politics

USA and Canada Agree to Modernize NORAD

US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau agree to modernize NORAD and will moreover launch an expanded U.S-Canadian Arctic dialogue.
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