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The Foreigner app rollout

The Foreigner app QR code We are pleased to announce launch of our app made by Pallados Consulting, which is now ready for download.

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Published on 20th March, 2013 at 22:08
by Michael Sandelson.

 

Sending money overseas

UK office ADVERTISEMENT: There are some important currency considerations when transferring funds internationally.

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Published on 1st March, 2013 at 13:23
by UK Forex.
Last Updated on 4th March 2013 at 14:41.

Norway driving licence rules changes affect some expatriates

Norwegian driving licence card front (generic) New Norwegian driving licence regulations, which went into effect on 19 January 2013 in step with the third EU Driving Licence Directive, now apply to some expats. Here is some helpful information to…

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Published on 6th February, 2013 at 09:42
by M. Michael Brady.

 

Norway, wider cultural observations, and the when in Rome

Louis Armstrong in 1953 (restored) Response to last week’s issue about Norwegians’ communication skills and the N.B.s. has been so positive, that The Foreigner will be running a readers’ views live blog.

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Published on 30th January, 2013 at 10:19
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 31st January 2013 at 16:07.

New Year wishes from The Foreigner

Fireworks at opening of new Oslo opera house We would like to wish all our readers a very Happy New Year.

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Published on 31st December, 2012 at 13:15
by Michael Sandelson.

 

New feature on The Foreigner

Printing press We are pleased to announce our headline service is now available on site.

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Published on 2nd November, 2012 at 20:24
by Michael Sandelson.

Technology news from The Foreigner

An iPhone It is beauty treatment time at The Foreigner, and we are pleased to announce the curtain has gone up on our redesigned mobile site.

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Published on 25th October, 2012 at 07:37
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 25th October 2012 at 16:49.

 

New service from The Foreigner

We would like to encourage readers not already following us on Twitter to do so for access to a new feature.

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Published on 15th February, 2012 at 12:42
by Michael Sandelson.

Weekly entertainment guides

Tats cru repainting the mural The redecoration continues.

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Published on 18th February, 2011 at 20:16
by Michael Sandelson.

 

More new features on The Foreigner

Tats cru repainting the mural As part of our ongoing redecorating process, The Foreigner now has a very short reader’s survey with an invitation via a popup window on the homepage.

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Published on 2nd February, 2011 at 21:35
by Michael Sandelson.

International students flock to the University of Oslo

University of Oslo Library The University of Oslo ranks among Europe’s leading universities in Europe and provide many activities for students. Many international students came to study in the oldest and largest university…

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Published on 31st August, 2010 at 12:44
by Inez Dawczyk.

 

The Foreigner opens a discussion forum

The Foreigner The Foreigner has opened its very own discussion forum. Why not share your views, blogs, foreigner-friendly information etc?

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Published on 17th June, 2010 at 11:09
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 19th June 2010 at 10:26.

Editor’s tip for a trip: Njåskogen

Frøylandsvannet The Stavanger Region has a multitude of good walks to offer.

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Published on 3rd March, 2010 at 11:35
by Michael Sandelson.

 

Christmas in Norway: A guide

Kongens gate in Trondheim I’ve always enjoyed the Norwegian Christmas; it’s much more than just a holiday, it’s an event. The first day of Advent with the lighting of the first candle means that the dark and seemingly…

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Published on 9th December, 2009 at 19:09
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 18th December 2009 at 13:40.

 

Editor’s tip for a trip

Storåna (Sandnes) “Discover” Sandnes.

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Published on 4th December, 2009 at 11:00
by Michael Sandelson.

Editor’s relaxing tip

All kinds of beers A place for beer-lovers.

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Published on 4th December, 2009 at 10:56
by Michael Sandelson.

 

Editor’s tip

Grilled slender sprats A fishy experience.

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Published on 4th December, 2009 at 10:47
by Michael Sandelson.

Editor’s tip for a trip: The Museum of Historical Flight

A SAS B-737 at Copenhagen airport This is definitely one for the boys.

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Published on 28th August, 2009 at 14:09
by Michael Sandelson.

 

Editor’s tip: Træe

Træe Why not take a trip out of town this Sunday to visit Jæren’s only surviving farm-worker’s house called “Træe”?

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Published on 9th August, 2009 at 22:33
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 10th August 2009 at 22:45.

 

Editor’s tip for a trip: Garborgheimen

Portrait of Arne Garborg Would you like to learn more about Arne Garborg, Jæren’s most famous writer?

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Published on 9th August, 2009 at 21:41
by Michael Sandelson.

Editor’s tip for a trip: Byrkjedalstunet and the candle factory

Byrkjedalstunet Why not experience traditional Norwegian food in Byrkjedalstunet, in Gjesdal county?

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Published on 9th August, 2009 at 21:39
by Michael Sandelson.

 

Editor’s tip for a trip: Utstein Kloster

Utstein Kloster For a relaxing Sunday drive, why not take the car and drive to Utstein Kloster (Cloisters)?

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Published on 9th August, 2009 at 21:30
by Michael Sandelson.

Editor’s tip for a trip: Rogaland Arboret

Spring when rhododendrons are in bloom Rogland Arboret is a delightful place for walks and for children, located in a secluded spot off the E39 after Sandnes.

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Published on 9th August, 2009 at 21:27
by Michael Sandelson.
Last Updated on 9th August 2009 at 22:49.