No, the new AI chatbot ChatGPT won't take your job OPINION: People have been quick to dismiss the chatbot ChatGPT as technology that is likely to replace many writing jobs. Such a pessimistic perspective completely overlooks how professionals in different domains can take advantage of it.
This is what we talk about when we talk about being drunk Sex, barfing and stealing are among the most common themes when young Norwegians tell stories about their wild evenings on the town.
People are more generous to each other at festivals Much of the festival experience doesn't really happen during the concerts, but between people themselves, in the tents, a festival researcher says.
Who chooses to work past age 67? Not only people with higher education choose to work longer. A recent research project on seniors in working life reveals several surprising findings.
Researcher recommends teachers talk to students about sexual abuse New cases of child sexual abuse constantly crop up in the media. The topic has received greater attention both from the police and in politics. But classrooms remain quiet on the subject, a new study shows.
What happens to Norwegian children of immigrants as adults? Their performance is a bit weaker than that of other children in elementary school, and somewhat fewer students complete upper secondary school. Compared to their parents, the difference is considerable. Many Norwegian-born persons with immigrant backgrounds are also doing far better financially than their parents. Some earn more than other Norwegians.
Should Norwegians have to wait to 63 at the earliest to retire? Like most Western countries, Norway has a lower age limit at which a person can fully retire. That age is currently 62. But will upping this lower age limit be good for the Norwegian economy?
The urban space is sexualised and misogynistic “Our unconsciousness is shaped by sexist messages from advertisements. The public urban space in one of the world’s most gender equal countries is not designed for women,” according to social geographer Emma Arnold.
When a flood of immigrant workers becomes a trickle When Poland joined the EU in 2004, unemployment was at 20 per cent, and a flood of workers left the country for higher wage lands such as Norway. Now the tide has turned, and Norway faces labour shortages as Poles stay home.
Modern-day Vikings (and their neighbours) eat dinner at home How have the eating habits of the Nordic countries changed over the decades? Mostly for the better, but with a few exceptions, a new study has shown.
Alcohol’s role in the relationship between Sweden and Norway Neighbouring countries often have interesting relationships— think France and Germany, or the USA and Canada. Norway and Sweden are no exception — especially when it comes to alcohol.
Scientists have found 10 000-year-old Scandinavian genes in prehistoric gum These small lumps of pitch were chewed 10 000 years ago by people living in what is now Sweden. But who were these people?
The EU raises the standard of Norwegian gender equality policies That the EU affects Norwegian gender equality policies has mostly proven to be a good thing. But an individual-oriented policy puts pressure on the social democratic approach, say researchers.
Why do Norway and Greece have radically different traffic mortality rates? Social norms explain some of the dramatic difference.
Men are stricter than women when it comes to sick leave More men than women find it unacceptable to stay home when work is stressful or they’ve just had a breakup, a new study shows. Other studies suggest the opposite.
Bob Dylan’s poetry has its roots in the Bible Musician and 2016 Nobel Laureate Bob Dylan surprised many people with his evangelical Christian period. But the poet has been inspired by Christianity throughout his career, even in his protest songs.
Striking settlement pattern differences among immigrants in Norway and Sweden Immigrants from non-European countries tend to be more dispersed throughout the country in Norway than they are in Sweden, the Netherlands and Belgium.
Online bullying can cause post-traumatic stress-like symptoms Many children and young adults have their mobile phones with them when they go to sleep. Some find it absolutely necessary. They never know when they will get a message from a bully.
The world has become more peaceful Although the war in Syria is in its eighth year, statisticians have established that the world is becoming increasingly peaceful.
Loneliness and insecurity dog youngsters as they age out of child welfare services Norwegian law stipulates that young people who have grown up in the care of child welfare services are entitled to aftercare until they are 23 years old. But only very few get help after they turn nineteen.
Intelligent robots may strengthen gender norms Machines and technology increasingly fill more and more human functions. According to researchers, society’s gender roles affect the development of robots and artificial intelligence, but technology may also shape ideas about gender.
Children speak out about having two places to call home Children whose parents live apart experience both practical problems and loyalty conflicts. But children with two homes also have good experiences that other children may miss.
Norwegian elite support immigration The social elite in Norway are more supportive of immigration than the rest of the country’s population. The elite are also very supportive of the welfare state, but not everyone with lots of money is thrilled with the redistribution of wealth.
Strong increase in Norwegian pay gap The difference between those who earn the most and the least in Norway has increased, according to new data from Statistics Norway. This increase is clearly greater in the public sector than the private sector.
Sea cucumber are a prized Asian delicacy. Norway wants to farm them for export. In China they call them the "ginseng of the sea.” But before Norwegians can transform their humble red sea cucumber into an export product, they first have to figure out how to catch or farm them.
First Stone Age farmers in Norway "gave up" after short period of time The end of the Stone Age, or Neolithic, was a time of major change. People tried their hand at farming for the first time. Researchers have now re-analysed findings throughout southern Norway from this time period.
Women are more heavily influenced by their husband's retirement choices Women whose husbands take early retirement are more likely to retire early themselves, shows a new Norwegian study. But there is no evidence to suggest that men's decisions are influenced by their wife's choices.
How Etruscans reached the afterlife: orgasm, blood, and erotic dance A Norwegian professor has proposed a new view of Etruscan death rituals.
An ageing population is good for us and the planet Western society should embrace ageing and declining population growth, argue ecologists in a new scientific opinion article.
Circular economy offers new kind of consumerism The world’s population is consuming more and more, as our numbers grow and people become more prosperous. But an increasing number of European countries want to change the way resources are consumed.
Here’s why you dread brainstorming at work Brain storming and group think meetings could be killing off the very creativity that they intend to promote. Here’s how to make it work for everyone.
Norwegians are the most critical of the niqab and burka in the Nordics Norway is more critical of face-covering garments like the niqab and burka than their Nordic neighbours, shows new Pew Research survey.
Research on sexual harassment: Norway close behind Sweden A new working group will document the extent of sexual harassment in Norwegian academia. Now Sweden is encouraging Norway to follow its lead and set aside money for research in this area.
Gender gap in retirement: Norwegian men retire earlier than women More than half of all Norwegian men approaching retirement age choose to draw an early pension. But only 20 per cent of all women do the same. Many of them are ineligible for early retirement.
Norway is the best country for retirees Your future as a retiree will depend in large part on where in the world you live. Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway stand out as the best countries for retirees.
Just how good are electric cars? Norway seems pretty happy with them so far. New report documents Norway's experience with adopting electric and hybrid cars throughout the country.
In conversation with Norway’s home-grown extremists Siri Høyem Kristiansen from OsloMet has visited Norwegian prisons to interview rebel fighters returned from Syria. She was surprised by what she found.
It's important to have a goal: UN climate report view from the Nordics Most experts agree it will be difficult, if not impossible, to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. But it is important to have an ambitious goal.
Faith is a private matter for young Norwegian Muslims Many young Muslims in Norway take a more relaxed approach to practicing their religion, such as how often they pray each day or attend mosque.
For high-ability students it can be lonely at the top Gifted children feel separate them from their peers. At worst, they develop social problems and drop out of school, and they rarely receive help.
Chinese are more right wing than Americans Twenty per cent of adults in China describe themselves as libertarians and believe that the government should not redistribute income, according to a new survey. This is higher than the US, often thought to be a more libertarian country.
Working class parents feel marginalised by child welfare services Some parents react more negatively to child welfare services than others. The language used by child welfare staff may be part of the reason, say researchers.
Thousands of medieval trinkets discovered underneath Scandinavian churches More than 100,000 coins and hairpins have been found under the floorboards of medieval churches throughout Scandinavia, revealing insights into religious life in the Middle Ages.
Historic debate moved Argentina closer to the legalisation of abortion On 8. August, a proposal to legalise elective abortion was debated and rejected in Argentina’s highest legislative body. Despite the decision, Argentina has shown itself as a democracy with room for female voices, according to researcher Camila Gianella.
Norwegian academics face serious work-family life conflicts Norwegian academics say that their jobs demand such a huge commitment that they don’t have time for their families, a study of workers at three major Norwegian universities has shown.
5 reasons why a holiday can boost your workplace creativity OPINION: Emerging research suggests that taking some time off could be just what you need to boost your creativity at work.
These are the workers who drink the most Researchers surveyed more than 3,500 workers in Norway about their alcohol habits and problems. "Workers who drink too much don’t get enough attention or help," says the head of the research project.
Is it possible to treat men who beat their partners? Many men drop out when they seek therapeutic help for their violent tendencies. One researcher wanted to know why.
People over 60 prefer to work with 30-year-olds A minority prefer people of their own age as work colleagues.
Physical education: What if we took away the pressure to be good at sports? A researcher believes that’s how physical education should be. He’s been studying what gym class could be like when physical skills don’t count for students’ grades.
A virtual time machine for the Port of Oslo of the 1700s If you have a 3D printer, this website even lets you print out small buildings from 18th century Oslo.
Finnish method helps Norwegian first-graders who struggle with maths Problems with maths plague nearly 20 per cent of all school children. Offering children extra help right from the start can make a huge difference, according to Norwegian and Finnish research.
Children with weak language skills less likely to play with other children When toddlers have poor language skills, they can also have social problems, according to new research.
Is it right to destroy monuments over our dark past? OPINION: Politicians, managers and researchers must be able to use their voices when cultural heritage contributes to discrimination, hatred and violence.
Life was good for Stone Age Norwegians along Oslo Fjord Southeastern Norway is the most populous part of Norway today. Based on an analysis of more than 150 settlements along Oslo Fjord, the area apparently also appealed to Stone Age people.
Poker players aren’t like other gamers Poker is a game played primarily by boys who get good grades in school. It’s an intellectual martial art, according to a researcher.
It is tiring to be gay in the workplace Young people from the LGBT community feel their sexual orientation puts limits on the types of jobs they can comfortably pursue.
More breakups, but also new relationships after weight loss surgery What happens to relationships when one partner loses a lot of weight, eats much less and becomes more active?
How does a board of directors foster innovation in an organization? OPINION: The boards of directors do have a say when it comes to fostering organizational innovation. Findings shed new light on the ambiguous role of corporate directors.
Teens in sports expect parents to be involved Most young adolescents want their parents to encourage and attend their sports activities over having uninvolved parents, according to a recent study of 15-year-olds.
The contraceptive pill: A story of sexual liberation and dubious research methods The contraceptive pill has had enormous significance for women’s emancipation, but researchers doubt whether it would have been approved today.
Women with reduced functional abilities are considered asexual To participate in the labour market and to have a family are things most people take for granted. Women with functional disabilities are deprived of many opportunities. The explanation may be both functional ability and gender, according to researcher.
Norway prioritises aid to support girls’ education, but forgets the jobs Can education meet girls’ challenges in development countries? Not on its own, according to researchers behind a new report. They call for more goal-oriented measures to combat inequality.
No one can "shrug off" bullying at work A new study punctures the myth that certain people have strong enough mental armour to emerge unscathed from bullying on the job.
Twice as many Norwegian boys as girls start school late More boys than girls begin school a year late and more girls than boys begin a year early. But researchers are not certain whether maturity is the explanation.
Public transport poses problems for those with mental disorders Many of us experience mental disabilities of one kind or another in the course of life. A new study points out problems this can cause for users of public transport services.
Protests mount against Norwegian Child Welfare Service Researchers are working to understand why Norway’s child protective services sometimes resort to the dramatic step of taking a child from its mother right after birth.
The side effects of power and the #metoo movement Aggressive, obstinate men are more likely to seek power and are often preferred as leaders. The #metoo revolution is pushing to change the way managers behave, but research shows that power changes people — and not always for the best.
Talk of equality is risky business for career in the oil industry White men dominate leadership positions in the Norwegian petroleum industry. If you’re a woman and want to climb the career ladder, you need to keep your mouth shut when there’s talk of gender and equality, according to researchers.
Discoveries from 1,400-year-old ice surprise scientists A fierce cold period struck the Northern Hemisphere in the years from 536 AD to the 660s AD with no real summers. It became known as the Fimbulvinter – The Terrible Winter – and worked its way into Norse folklore. Now archaeological discoveries from this period reveal how people in Norway survived these tough years and researchers are surprised by the finds.
Firms hiring more persons over 55 Norway’s national pension reform in 2011 has made it easier for private businesses to “rid themselves of” older employees. But a new study shows it has also made it easier to hire older workers.
Asylum-seeking children get poorer Families at reception centres for asylum seekers have already lived in poverty for many years, but are now trailing even further behind the general population in Norway.
Norwegian equality measures criticised by experts Norway met criticism from the UN for its lack of efforts on matters of gender equality. There is now a hope that the critique may contribute to the implementation of important measures.
Many elderly live in silence about home violence and abuse A large share of elderly persons experience their closest relatives or spouses as violent. Few talk about it.
Was rape common in the Middle Ages? TV shows such as "Game of Thrones" on HBO and "Norsemen" depict rape as having been commonplace in the past. But is that correct?
Norwegians are happy to help others Over 90 percent of people residing in Norway say they have someone they can ask for assistance. Be that help to carry a heavy object up stairs or someone to borrow money from.
How China reduced Europe’s carbon footprint Recent policy changes in China probably have a much bigger effect on EU and U.S. carbon footprints than any other factor.
Thrifty medieval bailiffs accidentally saved Old Norse texts Norwegian archivists have found hidden treasures in medieval accounting records, including a slightly different version of the saga of Olav the Holy. Now you can see them online.