Why did some of the indigenous Sami people revolt in 1852? Two of the rebels tell their stories in a new book. The Sami were subjected to abuse of power and violence long before the Kautokeino uprising, in which both the sheriff and the local merchant were killed.
More research on immigrants than national minorities Researchers have access to statistical data on immigrants that don’t exist for Norway’s national and indigenous minorities.
The Sámi in Norway have more influence on politics than the Swedish Sámi The Norwegian Sámi Parliament has both more influence and independence than its Swedish equivalent
Mystical marks in virgin forest explained The mysterious scars on ancient pine trees in northern Norway have been explained. The pines were once used as a food supplement.
Windpower? Oh, my deer! Scientists don’t think a windmill park will bother reindeer in their summer grazing areas. But local reindeer herders fear their animals could be scared by the traffic and people.
Children know little about the indigenous Samis The Norwegian State has taken little initiative toward ensuring that children learn about the Sami people, although it is legally obliged to do so.