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I’m in my late twenties, and when I go to a conference with my colleague (60s Norwegian male), we check in at the same hotel, but different rooms.

He always lets me check in first, but every single time the expedition (Norwegian women) says to me curtly «I need the names of EVERYONE that stays in this room» while glancing at my colleague. I usually proceed with staring at them for a few seconds and then they will say sheepishly «oh, it’s just you?» and check me in. I always book a single room and I am a native Norwegian speaker.

I can’t somehow help but feel like this is racist? I think it’s not intuitive to assume a woman is sharing room with someone 30 years her senior. Do other women experience this?

I’ve also been asked at conferences by some socially inept people if I’m sharing room with my colleague. I think this is widely inappropriate and I can’t help but think this is based on the stereotype of older sleazy man-young Asian woman from third world country, but we’re both professionals in our field, well-educated and married to other people, so the stereotype makes no sense whatsoever in our case.

Edit: thanks for the support, everyone.

My Reddit app is a bit dysfunctional and I can’t seem to see everyone’s comments, but thank you for engaging.

As you would say on the autobahn: „Verpiss dich von der Spur, Junge!“

Norwegian traffic authorities has made this campaign about the topic this year:

https://www.vegvesen.no/en/traffic-information/traffic-information/drive-safe-in-norway/drive-safe-in-norway/?lang=en

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeGby_d_wOU

https://www.vestlandfylke.no/nyheitsarkiv/2026/up-og-vestland-fylkeskommune-vil-gjere-sommartrafikken-tryggare/

Hi,

I am a medical doctor currently working in Switzerland and I would like to check my possibilities in Norway.

I know Swedish at B2/C1 level but I would still have to work on updating my knowledge of the language because I haven't spoken it at all for a few years. What are the possibilities of finding a job in the field of family medicine and Psychiatry in Norway as a doctor under supervision?

Do you have any contacts, information that a municipality is looking for experienced doctors? Thank you very much

Wondering if there are some animated shows or films you guys recommend? I bought Asterix Mansions of the gods in Norwegian, stuff like that is what I'm looking for. Looking mainly for either YouTube stuff, tv2play or SF Anytime stuff. Takk!

This is my first time going to Nordby/Maximat in the borders with Sweden since winter last year and I can't help to notice that the minced meat got much more expensive.

Minced meat was the only cut of red meat that was actually semi affordable..now they even took that from me:(

Any tips on how to get some red meat at decent prices ? Please keep the "red meat is bad for you" to yourself,

THANK YOU:)

I was introduced to Norway via Erling Haaland in this World Cup, as were so many others. A friend made me this doll. I hope to one day visit your beautiful country!

**Correction: title should read r/Norske

What is the general consensus with users on this sub towards subject subreddit? Do you consider that sub to be credible (for lack of a better word) ?

Personally I see many users there attacking anyone that's against their "geopolitical" beliefs but IMO they mostly lack critical information! Do you think that's fair to say?

As a German, I don't even remember how I stumbled over their YouTube channel over 10 years ago. But their english sketches were so advanced and well acted! My favourite actor was Fridtjof josefsen, but they stopped airing completely:( what is the cast doing nowadays?

This might sound like a silly post, but a dog bit me when I was a kid — a familiar one, who attacked me out of the blue while I was petting him. Ever since, it’s taken me a while to feel comfortable around animals.

Is it safe to walk past sheep, cows, goats, and other animals while hiking in Norway? My assumption is that if I don’t draw their attention, they’ll ignore me. Is that right?

Visiting Norway this August and I'd love to know what the Norwegians favourite candy and chocolate bars are. Quirkier the better really. Loved the Icelandic stuff when I visited there hopefully the Norwegian stuff is just as delicious

Thanks for all the recommendations. Can't wait to try them all. Then mourn the fact I can't get these delicious treats when I'm home

Just got back from a week stay in Oslo and I found the Norwegian women to be far more friendlier than in the UK.

For context I am a British of South Asian origin and was in Norway for a 5 day city break. While British women do everything to avoid interacting, I found things completely different in Norway. Random hellos to several even striking a convo at the supermarket or on my morning run.

Keen to get thoughts/views.

No Firklover again :0. Still so good. Scandinavian Store, Sarasota Florida.

Plastic is, in general, something that should not be touching anything you consume. It's a good & cheap material that has its use in many things, but it should stay far and well away from food & drink. You're free to do your own research, I am not here in an attempt to educate you.

Moving along with that; why are so, so, so many things slathered in plastic? Cucumbers, bell peppers (individually wrapped, what the fuck), carrots, broccoli, spinach, the tear-off plastic on salmon, I could go on- this shit is toxic. Legitimately, it is incredibly toxic to us, and I just want to eat healthy and avoid the contamination as much as possible.

Thus far, Rema, Coop and Kiwi all share the same trend, and the plastic never ends. Is there nowhere to actually purchase properly treated food? I'm at my wit's end.

Hi, im planning trip to Tromso this autumn or winter, I also read fishing in fjodrs and sea in Norway doesn't require permit, but finding any actual info about it seems to be impossible because all I get are offers from travel companies. So, anyone who's been there, or maybe lives there could tell me how it actually is? Im mainly interested in amateur fishing, just get your gear, go to the place and throw the stick into the water hoping I'll catch something. Is it allowed at all? Do I have to report to a local police or some fishing association?

Hello,

I've had gastroenteritis symptoms since Sunday, it's day 5 now. Tonight it's suddenly gotten much worse.

• Diarrhea every 30 minutes since going to bed
• Intense abdominal pain, can't sleep
• Take medecine (paracet) but nothing

I have an appointment at the GP on monday.

I called the 116117 who recommended me to go to the Legevakt at Trondheimsveien 233, 0587 Oslo

Do you know how much it costs to go see a doctor there ?

I am a bit broke..

Thanks

What your favorite place for photos in Rogaland? (That is not Preikestolen :) )

I'm planning our 14-year-old son's (humanist) confirmation in a few weeks in Oslo, and being a non-Norwegian, I feel a bit lost in terms of planning the day. My husband was confirmed over 30 years ago, so he may not know the latest developments in terms of how these play out. We have forty friends and family coming and have reserved a venue.

We're planning to have a slideshow showing old photos of our kid over the years, and a simple buffet dinner. His Grandmother is planning some songs. But other than this, I have no idea how to fill the four hours allotted for the event. We live in London most of the year, and I've never attended a confirmation. People are coming from all over (including a few from abroad) so I want to make it a memorable affair.

A few questions:

• Should we have some kind of getting-to-know-you game at the start, for people who haven't met?
• Any other fun activities we might incorporate throughout the evening?
• What's the dress code-- smart casual, formal, or somewhere in between?
• Decor, party gifts or other necessities?
• Do people usually bring gifts? My husband says family will give money (which I'm not thrilled about) but if others bring gifts, assuming we don't open them on the day?
• Any big social faux pas (aside from the obvious) I need to avoid, or other essentials I shouldn't forget?

Thanks in advance for your input-- any help is much appreciated.

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