I once had a girl, or should I say, she once had me...
She showed me her room, isn't it good, norwegian wood?
She asked me to stay and she told me to sit anywhere,
So I looked around and I noticed there wasn't a chair.
I sat on a rug, biding my time, drinking her wine.
We talked until two and then she said, "It's time for bed"
She told me she worked in the morning and started to laugh.
I told her
Sjømannskirken, the Norwegian Seamen's Church, describes its business lunch as "one of New York's best-kept secrets." On the first Wednesday of each month—from September to June—the church presents an all-you-can-eat luncheon buffet featuring a delicious smorgossbord, a Norwegian hot meal,...
Here's an excellent tip from our South American friend Rodolfo:Campfire Kansas is from Oslo, Norway, and not Kansas. I'm not trying to describe their sound, because compared to their own description, I would fail miserably. Here goes:Robert Smith singing with Ian Curtis, who borrowed a drum machine fromNew Order, played a little while with Billy Corgan, finally kicked himout of the band, but could
I liked this track 'Power Trip Ballad' from Maria Mena's latest album 'Cause and Effect.' Beware, there is some adult language, so send the kiddies out of the room. Hey, that's my first disclaimer. I...
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Learn the Norwegian language quickly, easily and efficiently, using the Pimsleur method with these excellent Pimsleur audios for immediate download! Learning a foreign language is much easier when you also hear it. The Pimsleur method has helped millions to learn the Norwegian language with ease and by simply listening to these audios.Dr. Paul PimsleurThe unique audio method allows the listener to
A Norwegian search service has launched the site Kvasir Junior (http:// www. kvasir.no/jr/) which targets children aged six to 12 who want to explore the internet.
The aim is to give children a safe option and focuses on learning, information and entertainment.
“The internet offers great opportunities for children and youths, but also contains dangers,” Ingrid Stover
THE NORWEGIAN RED CROSS
Currently the Norwegian Red Cross has 1 (one) opening for a Mental Health Project Officer (MH – PO). The position will be based in Banda Aceh on a 1 year contract.
The MH – PO will work with the Health Project team facilitating staff development as well as identify training/educational needs [...]
When out traveling, you get to meet a lot of wonderful people, but also equally wonderful animals, right?
Above you can see TorAa and Anna’s cat Felicia, which we met on our visit to Norway. She told us to relax and have a cozy time there. Which we did. We had some really nice scratching moments [...]
Tea Collection showcases Norway’s spectacular snowy mountains and elegant architecture represented in prints and color palette in their winter 2008 collection. The collection features a full fashion assortment inspired by the cultural inspiration trip to Norway in May 2007. Examples of the county’s refinement of aesthetics are interpreted into intricate print patterns and the romantic silhoue
The emerald and diamond parure which was a gift from Napoleon Bonaparte to Empress Josephine,
eventally found its way to the present Norwegian royal family, through her son Eugene de Beauharnais
By Alex on Sep 18, 2008A Norwegian teen is set to become a household name since being named the best chess player on the planet. Magnus Carlsen is just 17 years old, but after being ranked the world’s top player and still in the running to win the Final Chess Masters in Bilbao, Spain, the teen is on his way to stardom.Carlsen comes from Lommedalen, a scenic valley near Oslo, and received overwhe
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I spent the last week in the region of Stavanger, Norway visiting my wifes family. We spent a couple days downtown in Stavanger site seeing and were lucky enough to visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum known to the locals as Norsk Oljemuseum. The unique contrast of the modern architecture of the museum, the water and the historical homes and shops in the area make this a must visit. Even if you
The Norwegian elkhound is one of the wolfy looking dogs from which the shepherd dogs of middle Europe have been evolved, and is probably a more dependable dog than any of them, having been bred for the specific uses of hunting big game, and left free of the refinements and stultifications demanded by the more effete market, which is largely dependent on the whims of wealth and caprice.The elkhound
Sail aboard the Norwegian. There’s only seven days to purchase the Miami to Bahama vacation getaway for the low price of $199. The limited price pays for a four day stay in an interior view room along with a host of fun and relaxing activities. Oceanview cabins are also available.
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Noruega | 2008 | Black MetalGrabado en vivo en estudio en Grieghallen (Bergen, Noruega) por Eirik “Pytten” Hundvin. Saldrá a la venta el 23 de Junio de 2008 por Regain Records.Line Up:Infernus - guitarras, bajoGaahl - vozTeloch - guitarra (sesionista)Garghuf - batería (sesionista)Tracklist:1. Bergtrollets Hevn 03:162. Destroyer 02:503. The Rite of Infernal Invocation 03:374. Forces of Satan
Abbiamo già parlato di viaggi low cost in Scandinavia. Oggi voglio parlarti di un secondo modo per volare low cost in Norvegia. Fino ad oggi ho sempre parlato di viaggi per la città di Oslo...già ma..tu magari avresti la necessità di andare altrove. In questi giorni nelle stazioni della metropolitana della mia città sono presenti molte pubblicità di una compagnia aerea low cost norvegiese, l
Norway is quite amazed at the number of its citizens gambling online. According to the Norwegian Gambling Commission’s statistics and statistical breakdown participants range from the youth to the elderly – particularly among the male population. 2007 saw a gigantic growth in online gambling participants and it seems that this is an unstoppable trend.
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Amongst the most beautiful of all cats is the Norwegian Forest Cat. A stunning feline with a luxurious coat and great looks, this cute cat originated centuries ago in Northern Europe. It is known thus in its native lands as Norsk Skogkatt, meaning literally 'Norwegian Forest Cat'. Though it is a natural breed, it is neither a wild cat nor feral. In face it was quite common as a domestic cat in Nor
Amongst the most beautiful of all cats is the Norwegian Forest Cat. A stunning feline with a luxurious coat and great looks, this cute cat originated centuries ago in Northern Europe. It is known thus in its native lands as Norsk Skogkatt, meaning literally 'Norwegian Forest Cat'. Though it is a natural breed, it is neither a wild cat nor feral. In face it was quite common as a domestic cat in Nor
Headed to Stavanger, Norway this afternoon which seems to be about ten degrees hotter than London. When I've been here before, its had a kind of bleak North Sea climate with mists and rain, so this is quite a pleasant experience and I managed a quick stroll armed with a small camera.They were clearing up from some kind of rock concert in the main area near to the harbour and getting ready for an e
t’s mentioned as the first Blu-Ray recording in the world, and the pioneer is the Norwegian label that records the new album of Divertimenti. The disk also equipped with a SACD track that allows users to play it without a Blu-Ray player, or in other words it’s backward compatible.
The latest news in the way of Blu-ray is that of Norwegian record label 2L releasing the first ever in the world a Blu-Ray record, oh and it’s Norwegian. “Divertimenti” is a milestone in many ways and it’s the 50th record release which marks the 20th anniversary of the Trondheim soloist whose concert in Selbu [...]
Norwegian Cruise Line's Bahamas Sale: Rates From $229 and Kids Cruise for a Penny!Expires 5/31/08Now is the time to plan a Freestyle family vacation at sea to the Bahamas' balmy waters. Take advantage and sail the high seas in style onboard this newly refurbished vessel, Norwegian Sky. It is the youngest ship and boasts the most balcony staterooms in the three- and four-day Miami market, and guest
Norwegian Cruise Lines offers some of the most exotic cruises of the major cruise lines. CruiseFuse has searched over 5,000 cruises this week to bring you the best cruise deals available on their most desirable sailings. Today we examine cruises of 7-nights or longer and have found cheap Inside, Balcony, Mini-Suites and Suites. Enjoy, but [...]
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It has been reported that Amy Winehouse has been summoned to appear in a Norwegian court next year to appeal a fine for possession of marijuana. Amy and her husband Blake Fielder-Civil were arrested in Bergen, Norway last year on suspicion of possessing cannabis.
It’s said at the time of their arrest Amy was issued with [...]
1 Night Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line from $69Repositioning from Seattle to Vancouver.7 Night Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line from $399Calls on Grand Bahama Island, Nassau and Great Stirrup Cay.
At Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology we have available a PhD research fellowship position within the field of nanopositioning. Funding is for 3...
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Every once in a while, a product comes along that just makes your life a little easier. Right now, that product is Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Age Shield SPF 30 Hand Cream ($9.79, Drugstore.com). While the name is certainly a handful, the product is the same famous Norwegian formulation, plus Helioplex TM, in an [...]
The text has been translated and changed some, compared to the original letter in Norwegian.
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I have been hard of hearing all my life, and at the same time I have been working like everybody else at 100% in the IT-industry for as long as I could. Never learned [...]
Cover rounds of toasted bread first with butter and then with anchovy paste, put on top of each a poached egg, pour over anchovy sauce, and send at once to the table.
The Norwegian Gem is the newest luxury cruise liner in the Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL Corporation Ltd.) fleet. As beautiful as it is luxurious, the Norwegian Gem is nothing short of a floating resort with living accommodations that range from economical inside staterooms up to spectacularly large, three-bedroom staterooms with access to private courtyards and private pools, hot tubs, and sun decks. Butler and/or concierge service is also available. The Gem's other amenities include two main dining rooms; thirteen restaurants featuring menus that span the globe, each offering a unique, elegant dining experience; a variety of lounges and bars throughout the ship; a beautiful large pool; hot tubs located throughout the ship; a beauty salon and spas; a fitness center; a boutique; special areas
Yemen Playboy Farooq Abdulhak (Center)
Yemen playboy, Farooq Abdulhak - son of one of Yemen’s richest businessmen, insists he’s innocent in the murder of Norwegian beauty, Martine Magnussen.
Farooq, safely ensconced in Yemen and out of the reach of the British authorities says he skipped out in his billionaire father’s private jet the day before the body [...]
Yemen Playboy Farooq Abdulhak (Center)Yemen playboy, Farooq Abdulhak - son of one of Yemen's richest businessmen, insists he's innocent in the murder of Norwegian beauty, Martine Magnussen.Farooq, safely ensconced in Yemen and out of the reach of the British authorities says he skipped out in his billionaire father's private jet the day before the body of 21-year-old Martine Magnussen was found beneath some rubble in the same block of flats where Farooq had a rental.Farooq, a business student known as "DP" or Dom Perignon to his friends, confirmed that he did leave the upscale London club Maddox Thursday night at 3 a.m. with Martine and took her to his flat but that she later left and, according to a friend of Farooq's, a mysterious 3rd person is involved."They left the nightclub and went
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Ph.D. Scholarships Norwegian School of Management offers a four year Ph.D. program inbusiness administration. The program features five areas ofspecialization: Financial Economics, Strategic Management, Marketing,Leadership and Organization, and Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Weare pleased to announce 13 Ph.D. Research Scholarships across thefive areas of specialization.Applicants must have completed a Master's Degree by September 2008 tobe considered for a scholarship. Grade B is required. If applicantsare otherwise equally qualified, female applicants will be givenpreference.The four-year scholarships are set according to the Norwegian StateSalary Scale, and currently pay NOK 315,000 per year. The positionsare linked to Statens Pensjonskasse (The Norwegian Public ServicePension Fund) T
Farooq Abulhak, center, person of interest in murderof Norwegian socialite, Martine Vik MagnussenAuthorities in Yemen are playing the "extradition" game in not allowing British detectives to talk to a "person of interest", Farooq Abdulhak, in the murder of Norwegian socialite, 23-year-old Martine Vik Magnussen.Murder victim, 23-yr-old Martine Vik Magnussen of NorwaySources say the Yemeni's stance stems from the case of radical cleric-convicted terrorist Abu Hamza. Yemen had sought to extradite Hamza beginning in 1999 on charges he planned the 1998 kidnapping of 16 westerners in which four died when an attempt was made to free the hostages.British authorities refused to turn Hamza over claiming he could receive the death penalty if prosecuted under Yemen law.For more, read DBKP's Yemen Play
Farooq Abulhak, center, person of interest in murder
of Norwegian socialite, Martine Vik Magnussen
Authorities in Yemen are playing the “extradition” game in not allowing British detectives to talk to a “person of interest”, Farooq Abdulhak, in the murder of Norwegian socialite, 23-year-old Martine Vik Magnussen.
Murder victim, 23-yr-old Martine Vik Magnussen of Norway
Sources say the Yemeni’s stance [...]
I’m just leaving Utopia when this tune comes on, and it finishes as I reach the junction that leads to either Bandera or Lost Maples. My ears are taking it all in – first I’m thinking 80’s retro pop rock. Then the cowbell pops in. No kidding. Back to the 70’s. The solo is overriding everything and staying interesting and staying intense, with quotes from many places – Queen, Led Zepplin, and every Southern Rock band in existence. Just when I think, okay, that’s enough of a good thing the drummer goes wild and the song ends. Deep breath. What a wild ride. Paul Gilbert
weird factsOSLO (AFP) - A Norwegian hospital said Monday it was planning to equip all newborn babies with anti-theft alarms to protect them from kidnappings and help avoid identity mix-ups."The main reason is that we want to emphasise security," Erik Normann, head of the Akershus University Hospital near Oslo told AFP."There was a period in which Norway experienced several infant kidnappings and that is something we want to avoid," he said. The alarm system consists of two small chips, one attached to a bracelet clasped around the baby's ankle as soon as it is born and the other stuck on the mother's bracelet.When the two chips are separated by a certain distance the alarm is set off. If a woman tries to leave with a baby who is not her own, or if someone tries to rip the bracelet off an i
OSLO (AFP) - A Norwegian hospital said Monday it was planning to equip all newborn babies with anti-theft alarms to protect them from kidnappings and help avoid identity mix-ups.
“The main reason is that we want to emphasise security,” Erik Normann, head of the Akershus University Hospital near Oslo told AFP.
“There was a period in which [...]
Norwegian Cruise Line is turning up the heat with some new innovations and offerings onboard their cruise ships. NCL Corporation (NCL) announced it will begin the roll out of Freestyle 2.0 on Norwegian Jade’s first Mediterranean cruise which starts on March 30, 2008. Freestyle 2.0 is the company’s fleet-wide initiative to substantially improve the [...]
NCL Corporation (NCL) unveiled its 2009 Alaska, Bermuda and Europe deployment and itineraries recently at the Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami. Beginning at the end of March, cruisers will have the opportunity to book nine Freestyle cruising ships to explore exotic destinations, from the wilderness of Skagway, to the pink sand of St. [...]
A PhD research fellowship is offered in the field of underwater acoustic communication and underwater sensor network at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications
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Recent developments in information and communication technology have opened new
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Garanterte CI-operasjoner – og måtte gå
Styremøtet på Rikshospitalet torsdag ble meget dramatisk. Først garanterte direktør Åge Danielsen at Rikshospitalet vil levere CI-operasjoner til voksne og barn som bestilt i oppdragsdokumentet fra helseministeren. Så fikk han sparken.
Klokken 00.20 natt til fredag fikk administrerende direktør Åge Danielsen ved Rikshospitalet sparken av [...]
Pirate-chasing lawyer Espen Tøndel has been told by the police that they will not spend their valuable resources chasing file-sharers. Undeterred, Tøndel wrote to the Department of Justice demanding a meeting about the police’s decision. They responded all right - and denied him a meeting.read more | digg story
....Body: Medium to large sized cat, long strong body with solid bone structure; long and sturdy legs, hind legs longer than front legs; broad round paws with heavy tufting between toes; very long and bushy tail, at least as long as the body.Head: In the shape of an equilateral triangle; long, straight profile; strong chin.Ears: Very large, wide at the base and set high on the head, the line of the head should follow the outer lower edge of the ear straight down along the cheek. With lynx-like tufts and long hair out of the ears.Eyes: Large, open, slightly oval; eye colour to be uniform and harmonizing with the coat colour.Coat: Semi-long; the woolly undercoat is covered by long, glossy, firm and water-repellent guard hair . The overcoat covers the back, flanks and the upper side of the ta
Serves 2. Can be doubled For the salmon2 pieces of wild Norwegian salmon (approx 6-8 oz each).Butter sprayItalian grinder spices or Italian spice mix1 tsp butter For the veggies 3 small zucchini washed and cut into finger-sized pieces1 Tbl of olive oil4 Tbl of pine nuts, toasted. (See note below)1 16 oz can of organic tomatoes with garlic and onionsTwo handfuls of organic baby spinach, cleanedCayenne optionalNote: To toast pine nuts you just need a clean, dry sauté pan. Put the pine nuts in and turn your burner on medium high. Toast the nuts in the pan by swishing them around once in awhile until they are slightly browned and fragrant. This does not take long. Just a minute or two. Remove them from the pan and let them cool.Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. To cook the salmon: You'll need
Citing feedback from both past guests and travel agents, NCL recently announced its Freestyle 2.0 fleet wide initiative featuring significant enhancements in its onboard experience further improving the guest satisfaction level. With the pending completion of the financial agreement for $1 billion with Apollo Management, LP (”Apollo”) nearing completion, the enhancements include a major investment in the total dining experience; upgrading the stateroom experience across the ship; new wide ranging onboard activities for guests all of ages; additional recognition, service and amenities for balcony, suite and villa guests; and a re-launch of a tiered Latitudes past guest recognition program. This solidifies NCL’s, and its parent company Star, determination to remain as one of the world’s leading suppliers of cruise vacations.
Hurtigruten Cruises, formerly Norwegian Coastal Voyages, has a wealth of specials to assist you in experiencing nature up close and personal from a cruise perspective. Having witnessed first hand the onboard environment of Hurtigruten, I can highly recommend it to adventure cruisers. I personally spoke with one of their onboard guides for Antarctica, and what a wealth of knowledge he was. What amazed me even more was his enthusiasm for Hurtigruten as a company, and their goals to satisfy the passenger. It’s not just a cruise, but more of a complete educational procress that enriches your life experiences in the short time you are with them. Now you have no excuses. The specials listed below are simply fabulous, and will enable you to see parts of the world you will long remember.
The Norwegian Caribbean Lines was founded with an 830 ton cruise ship/car ferry that provided low cost Norwegian Caribbean cruises, but later expanded its fleet by acquiring additional ships to cater to the Caribbean service. Norwegian Caribbean Lines were the first to include excursions to the Caribbean such as the Out Island Cruise as well as the first combined air-sea program that combined low cost air fares with the cruise and the company also developed new ports in the Caribbean such as Ocho Rios in Jamaica. With Norwegian Caribbean cruises, one can escape to the delightful Caribbean islands and snorkel in the Caymans as well as swim with dolphins. There are a number of Norwegian Caribbean cruises that each has different itineraries as well as costs and durations. There are tempting holiday packages to Great Stirrup Cay where one may snorkel to one's heart's delight, and be amazed at the variety of tropical fish, colorful sponges as well as corals that are sprinkled ar
The “It Girl” Godmother has finally arrived in the form of Cindy Cardella of Fairfield, NJ, who came out the winner among five finalists chosen by an online poll conducted by Norwegian Cruise Line. The ship’s Christening ceremony was held yesterday in New York. Cindy’s online video showcased how she best fit the model of the It Girl, and her love for Norwegian Cruise Lines. She will receive a seven-day cruise in the ultra-luxurious 5,000-square-foot Garden Villa for her and five of her entourage. With three boys, she can utilize all the space in that Garden Villa, and they will have the experience of a lifetime. Once again, Norwegian Cruise Line has an industry first, this time in the selection process of a godmother!
My son is reading skits from a book containing scripts from the old "Monty Python's Flying Circus," and out of nowhere--during dinner--began reciting lines from a skit called "The Cheese Shop," where he was able to call up a whole bunch of really big words and rattle off about fifteen different cheeses. I was pretty impressed, but I'll have to admit that at the same time I was a little miffed.
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera November 28th 2007. Click image for larger view.
The dark season is definitely here with very little light during the day. The weather has been mostly boring with overcast almost every day, but on this day the sky was clear. There was some nice blue tones to be seen such as in this picture.
If you look at the photo in large format you can see the wind blowing snow off the mountain peaks. Must be extremely cold on top of those mountains (they are located on an island called Grytøya)
You can see the same mountains here, but in an early spring scene.
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Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.25 sec (1/4)
Aperture: f/11
Focal Length: 92 mm
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F3.5-4.5
Location: From Ånstad (Andørja) viewing Grytøya, Troms in northern Norway
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If you are considering a cruise, then you should seriously consider the Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Line as your cruise company of choice. Why? Because the Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Line offers some of the newest trends in cruise luxury. On a Norwegian Caribbean Cruise, you are free to do whatever you choose. No highly structures schedule here! Their motto is "Freestyle Cruising" and they do whatever they can to make sure their passengers have the freedom to spend their vacation however they wish. Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Line's motto of "Lifestyle Cruising" can be a little confusing to the experienced traveler. What does it mean? Norwegian Caribbean Cruise Line prides them on being innovative with their cruises. They do not greet passengers with a list of rules and a detailed schedule. Passengers can choose to plan each moment of their trip ahead of time, or go with their whims each day of the trip. For example, there are no scheduled times for meals on these ships. You c
In those places where cold is very intense, the ice that was formed in winter is not melted in summer. So the ice accumulates in the mountains in big amounts.Its own weight makes this ice roll down the mountain, like true ice rivers. This is called a glacier.Sometimes this glacier continues advancing towards the valleys nearby to the sea. These glaciers, by their own strength, dig the earth on their way, until they reach the sea. Salt water melts these ice rivers. When the entire glacier gets melted, results in a valley flooded by water, surrounded by mountains that are incredibly sculpted with awesome shapes.This is called a fjord.In Norway there are many fjords. In fact, it has the second biggest fjord in the world: Sognefjord. This one reaches a maximum depth of 4,291 ft under the sea level.Some Norwegian fjords are so rough and dangerous that the Norwegians needed to tie their livestock to avoid them falling to the abyss accidentally.The lands that surround the fjords are very fert
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has narrowed down the search for the Norwegian Gem’s new Godmother to 5 lucky ladies, all of whom have sailed on NCL before. The contest, called Search for the Latitudes “It” Girl, will decide who the winner will be, and become the Godmother of its new ship, Norwegian Gem. Over 500 online video entries were submitted by Latitudes members (past NCL guests) showcasing why they should be named the ship’s Godmother and what makes them the “It” Girl.
Norwegian Majesty’s arrival into Charleston this weekend has been delayed by one day. The ship will now arrive Sunday, November 18, 2007 because of several factors. On her return to Charleston, Norwegian Majesty was called by the Bermuda Rescue Command Center to come to the aid of a person in a sailboat who needed immediate medical attention. The passenger is currently being treated on board the ship. Also on the return, high winds and heavy seas necessitated the ship to operate at a reduced speed. In addition, planned maintenance during the ship’s stay in Bermuda included the overhaul of a cylinder head on one of the main engines. Unfortunately, after departure, a seal on the new unit developed a minor leak and required remedial work to correct it. Even if the engine had not had this issue, the ship would not be able to go any faster than the speed she is presently doing because of the heavy seas and strong wind conditions.
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The Norwegian Elkhound traces it’s history back about 6,000 years. It was a companion of the Vikings and is a part of the Spitz family. It is the national dog of Norway and has an impressive array of attributes. It has been used as a hunting dog for thousands of years, with an [...]
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) announced it will be sending two of its newest and biggest ships to Bermuda for the next ten years, based on a recent long tern agreement with the Bermuda Government. These ships will commence in 2009 and run through 2018. Cruising predominantly from New York and Boston, each of the cruise ships will sail at least 22 cruises per season, making extended calls in Bermuda. The combined itineraries of the two vessels will provide for overnights in Bermuda from Sunday through Friday. As part of the new agreement, NCL will continue through the 10-year term with its tradition of being the exclusive line to sail from Boston to Bermuda.
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera September 30th 2007. Click image for larger view.
In this photo you can see the harbor where my boat is placed. I was walking home from a fishing trip when I noticed the nice reflection the sunset made inside of the seawall. Love the view you get from using a wide angle lens.
Check out this winter photo from the harbor and here is a picture of waves crashing over the seawall.
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Exposure: 0.003 sec (1/400)
Aperture: f/5
Focal Length: 11 mm
ISO Speed: 200
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 11-22mm F2.8-3.5
Location: Laupstad (Andørja), Troms in northern Norway
Not sure what I was thinking when I look at the EXIF data of the photo.
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Are you “It”? What is “It”? It’s the new Godmother for the Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) Gem, NCL’s newest ship to be christened in New York City on December 18, 2007. Invitations went out to all of NCL’s Latitudes members asking them to send in a video portraying their inner “It Girl” side, and tell NCL why they deserve to be the godmother of the newest cruise ship in the NCL fleet. Entries will be accepted from this week until November 12, 2007. A panel at NCL will determine the 5 finalists by November 15, 2007 and make an announcement. NCL is inviting the public to view the finalists video, and vote for their favorite. These votes will be used in determining the winner. The lucky grand prize winner will be in New York to christen the NCL Gem as part of an onboard ceremony by the cruise line. Ncl has done a remarkable campaign to launch the Gem, and now has almost 1800 girls comprising the online entourage for the “
Residents and owners of summer houses on the Trøndelag coast in Norway will be the first to benefit from Telenor’s investment in WiMAX radio-based broadband technology. Telenor is adopting this technology to provide a service to areas that cannot be covered by traditional ADSL.
Who said that the penetration of WiMax will only be in developing countries? I guess the improvised versions of Mobile WiMax solutions will enable seamless mobility and hand-offs while traveling between cities and states. We’ll be hooked on to the Internet ‘Anywhere-anytime’ !!!
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It's been a while since I've written about a prog-rock-band, so here we go again:Drom contacted me on myspace, and it surely sounded interesting enough to make me look deeper into the band. Well, actually... there's not too much to say about them yet. The four Norwegian guys only founded Drom in January 2007, rising out of the ashes of "extremly unknown band" In Media Res. 8 months was enough for them to release a Demo-EP, and what you can hear on that is damn fine stuff!The influences of the band are mostly neo-prog bands like Porcupine Tree, Opeth or Dream Theater, but you'll be able to also find some hints of alternative bands like say Radiohead or Sigur Rós; and on Cup Of Coffee, you will also be transported back to those old-school-prog-days. The four-track-EP really shows a new band with a lot of potential. I'm looking forward to hear more from these guys!The EP is fully available for free. You can download two of the tracks here, or all four of them on the band's MySpace.
HAWAII - I wasn't exactly Cameron Diaz emerging from the Pacific waters looking hotter than the sunshine, but there I was in Maui with a rented surfboard and the attention of a blond, tanned and buff instructor. Three tries and I'd yet to stand on the board, but surfer dude urged me on. And suddenly there I was, on my feet, feeling like I was in slow motion as a small wave pushed me gently to shore. 'd come to Hawaii to get active on a Norwegian Cruise Lines cruise. The 40-year-old cruise line offers itineraries for a weeklong cruise that gets you to the four main islands, starting on Oahu and visiting Maui, the Big Island and Kauai.
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Jonas Store, Foreign Minister of Norway, urged people to resume ant-nuclear activism in order to counter the ever increasing threat of nuclear proliferation. He warned against allowing developing nations to acquire nuclear weapons and he also raise questions about nuclear activities within the United States and Great Britain. There are reports both nations are modernizing their nuclear capacities.
The summer issue of Atlantic carried a powerful article describing how American military strategists have developed plans for nuclear attacks upon China that would result in almost 95% of China’s nuclear capacity being rendered useless within 24 hours. Iran is not the only nation that should raise concerns about atomic bombs.
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera March 9th 2007. Click image for larger view.
I took this photo back in March when the landscape was filled with snow and everything was quiet. The sun was about to set and you can see the very special light that occur when the days are so short.
In northern Norway we don’t often experience such nice weather in March. Earlier that day I took advantage of the good weather and went out fishing. You can see a photo from the fishing trip here.
Information about the picture:
Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.008 sec (1/125)
Aperture: f/7.1
Focal Length: 16 mm
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 14-45mm F3.5-5.6
Location: Laupstad, Andørja (Ibestad) in northern Norway
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While returning to New York from Bermuda on Friday, , Norwegian Crown experienced a technical issue with the ship’s starboard propeller shaft. While this has affected the speed of the ship, it has had no impact whatsoever on the safe operation of the vessel. Unfortunately, the reduction of speed resulted in a delayed arrival into [...]
While returning to New York from Bermuda this afternoon, Norwegian Crown experienced a technical issue with the ship’s starboard propeller shaft. While this has affected the speed of the ship, it has had no impact whatsoever on the safe operation of the vessel.
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera February 15th 2007. Click image for larger view.
I really liked the rural look on this row of boathouses. The grass roof doesn’t hurt the scene with it’s old look. Boathouses like this represent the old fishing culture here in Norway in a good way. I hope people will take care of these beautiful buildings!
This is also my most popular photo on Flickr. It has received almost 11,000 views and been made favorite 70 times. It reached the fourth position in Flickr Explore on the day the picture was uploaded.
Flickr Explore is an algorithm that chooses the 500 most popular pictures (out of millions!) being uploaded to Flickr each day so it is quite an honor to reach the fourth position.
In this picture I have used something called HDR (High dynamic range) to make the picture look a bit different.
Check out my other boatshed pictures here.
Information about the picture:
Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.008 sec (1/125)
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Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera April 23rd 2007. Click image for larger view.
Back in April I found this raven sitting on the roof our boathouse. Maybe it was Hugin or Munin?
Loved the way it the black raven created a contrast to the white snow-covered mountains and blue sky.
The mountains you see are located on the island Senja (the second largest island in Norway).
Check out my photo of a raven flying into “Gods eye”.
Information about the picture:
Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.002 sec (1/500)
Aperture: f/7.1
Focal Length: 150 mm
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F3.5-4.5
Location: Laupstad, Andørja (Ibestad) in northern Norway
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In a new 3 year agreement with NCL Corporation, the PGA TOUR today announced an official marketing partnership naming Norwegian Cruise Line as the “Official Cruise Line of the PGA TOUR and Champions Tour.”
RECIPE INGREDIENTS1/4 cup milk1/2 cup cornstarch1 pound ground chuck1 medium onion, finely chopped3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon pepper1 egg2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 (13 1/2 oz.) cans beef broth4 cups hot mashed potatoes2/3 cup sour creamFresh dill sprigsRECIPE METHODIn large bowl, mix milk and 1/4 cup of the cornstarch until well blended. Add meat, onion, salt, nutmeg, pepper, and egg. Mix until well blended. Cover. Refrigerate at least 20 minutes for easier shaping.Shape chilled meat mixture into 1−inch balls. In 12−inch skillet, over medium heat, heat oil until hot. Cook meatballs, half at a time, until browned on all sides, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels.Pour off all but 1/4 cup drippings, adding oil if necessary, to make 1/4 cup. In a medium bowl, mix beef broth and remaining 1/4 cup cornstarch until well−blended. Pour into skillet. Over medium heat, cook while stirring constantly, until sauce boils and t
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera on July 30th 2007. Click image for larger view.
Last night I was out on the beach late at night taking pictures of the sunset. A tern couple landed on this old rowboat so had to take a picture of it against the beautiful sunset.
The sun is not up 24/7 anymore (though it’s still light 24/7) so there will be some incredible sunsets in the months to come. Hope my readers doesn’t get tired of sunset pictures
Information about the picture:
Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.025 sec (1/40)
Aperture: f/11
Focal Length: 150 mm
ISO Speed: 100
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F3.5-4.5
Location: Ånstad, Andørja (Ibestad) in northern Norway
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Nightwish leader/keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen and new vocalist Anette Olzon were recently interviewed by Patrizia Mazzuoccolo of Norway's NRK P3TV about the band's singer search, problems with previous front-woman Tarja Turunen and strip clubs, among other topics. Watch the five-minute clip at this location.
Continue reading "NIGHTWISH: Tuomas and Anette about the past months… (Norwegian TV interview)"
Writing about the new EU-regulations and the reaction they got in the UK, I also wanted to find out what this means for Norwegian sushi restaurants. I think they already have to comply with these regulations. This is a factsheet I found on the Norwegian Food Safety Authority’s website, which go in more detail about what is legal to do with raw fish in Norway.
To summarize: Norwegian farmed fish does not need to be frozen to be eaten raw, but most other imported and wild fish must be (fishrasism? :)). The frozen fish must reach an internal temperature of - 20 °C or lower for at least 24 hours. This has to be documented - both of the supplier and the restaurant. Restaurants etc. must be able to document also how they ensure control of the potential health risk posed by food sold. In the end I guess it is up to us sushi eater to ask for these this documentation, but I can’t ever see myself actually doing that. I want to trust that the sushi chef wants me well.
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The Return of the Sunday EP: Norwegian ArtistsTo finally put a capper on Norwegian Artists Week, I'm posting this EP of tracks from some of my absolute favorite, established Norwegian bands. All have been featured on Alienhits before, and all are absolutely amazing. Combine these tracks with the five from earlier in the week and you've got a brilliant taster of what's going on in Norway right now.1. Don Juan Dracula - Fashion Girl2. Margaret Berger - Pretty Things In Life3. King Midas - 97 Tears4. Pleasure - Sensitivity5. Surferosa - Human Fool6. Lukas Kasha - I Won't Lay Down7. Lorraine - When I Return To The World
Yes, bad things have been happening with Norwegian Air. I always liked this airline, having flown on them to and from Norway several times last year. But, things have changed...
Taken with Olympus E500 digital camera on July 23rd 2007. Click image for larger view.
I enjoy watching clouds and I enjoy watching mountains so why not take pictures of them together. Looks like the clouds are hugging the mountain
The mountain peak is called “Drangen” and is about 1000 meters above sea level.
Information about the pictures:
Camera: Olympus E-500 digital SLR camera
Exposure: 0.001 sec (1/800)
Aperture: f/11
Focal Length: 150 mm
ISO Speed: 200
Lens: Olympus Zuiko Digital 40-150mm F3.5-4.5
Location: Laupstad, Andørja (Ibestad) in northern Norway
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Norwegian Princess Maertha Louise claims to be clairvoyant !!
"I learnt how to systematize my impressions and to read other (people's minds), and through the horses I learnt to communicate with the animals on a deeper level," Princess Maertha Louise recently started a school for other wack jobs like herself!Maertha Louise looks like a butch to me!... I wonder if she knew I would say that?!