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Saturday 9 December 2023 Dublin: 9°C

# Oslo

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Norway attacks accused Anders Behring Breivik says he 'deserves a medal'
Seventy-seven people were killed in the Oslo bombing and Utoya island gun attack in July 2011.
The Daily Fix: Friday
In tonight’s fix: Downgrades for France – and difficulty for us? Plus: yet more rows over septic tanks, victory for workers at La Senza, and every presentation you’ve ever seen…
Anders Behring Breivik to undergo further tests, says Norwegian court
Breivik is to face trial later this year for gun and bomb attacks which killed 77 people in July 2011.
14 game-changing moments of 2011
These were the catalysts for some of the upheavals at home and abroad this past year…
Three women accept Nobel Peace Prize
The women, who fought injustice and dictatorship in Liberia and Yemen, received the prize at a ceremony in Oslo this afternon.
Here are the 20 most expensive cities in the world
Dublin isn’t even in the top 50…
The Daily Fix: Tuesday
Catch up on the day’s biggest stories, as well as the bits and pieces you may have missed…
Norway killer Breivik planned to 'kill politicians'
Leaked police interrogations with Anders Behring Breivik reveal that he planned to kidnap three politicians and film their executions.
Norway massacre survivors watch suspected gunman's court appearance
Anders Behring Breivik, 32, appeared in court today as prosecutors pushed for an extension to his detention.
Irish-Norwegian massacre survivor to speak here on racism
Elin L’Estrange, whose father is from Dublin, was on Utoya Island when Anders Behring Breivik killed 69 people there. She spoke about her experiences and her anti-racism message.
One month on - Norway remembers its dead
One month ago today Norwegian Anders Breivik has confessed he detonated a bomb in Oslo, before going on a killing rampage on Utoya Island – 77 people died.
Breivik's 77 victims remembered at services in Norway
Diplomats from Norway and around the world attend a remembrance event in Oslo, marking the end of a month of mourning.
Four more weeks of solitary for Norway twin attacks suspect
Judge says Anders Behring Breivik, 32, considers his solitary detention “a sadistic torture method.”
Norway killer back on island for reconstruction
Anders Behring Breivik has been brought back to the island of Utoya, the scene where he fatally shot 69 people, by authorities attempting to piece together events of that day.
Norway police worried that killer filmed island massacre
Anders Behring Breivik may have filmed his massacre of 69 people on Utoya island, say Norwegian police.
Emails of Norway attacks suspect Anders Breivik hacked - report
A Norwegian journalist says he was sent information hackers claim came from the account of the man accused of carrying out last month’s deadly terror attacks.
'He seemed like a normal, nice guy': Irish friend of Norway killer speaks out
The man befriended Anders Behring Breivik and spoke to him every night as they played online games.
Anders Behring Breivik demands are "unrealistic, far, far from the real world"
Defence lawyer says Norway attacks suspect has issued two lists, with one calling for the resignation of the Norwegian government.
Muhammad Ali writes open letter to the people of Norway
“My heart goes out to each of you as you deal with the unimaginable grief of your loss,” says boxing legend.
Norwegian shooter demands top army post
Anders Breivik has offered authorities information about other terrorist cells he claims are operating in the region, in exchange for an army position.
Norway attacks suspect considered other targets: police
Norwegian investigators say that Anders Behring Breivik, 32, considered a number of places associated with Norway’s government and Labour Party.
'Twinute Silence' planned for Norway victims this afternoon
A campaign, which started in Dublin, is asking people not to use social networking sites for a minute at 5pm today as a mark of respect for the Oslo and Utoya victims. Will you be observing the #twinutesilence?
The Daily Fix: Wednesday
In today’s fix: Postcodes may be on the way, Ireland’s broadband is up to speed, fun in the sun, and the beach comes to Dublin Castle…
Video: Tour Norway's luxurious maximum security prison
It cost €175m to build, is set on 75 acres of land, and has a recording studio.
Police destroy explosives at Norway attacks suspect’s farm as Oslo alert lifted
Meanwhile, authorities have begun to release the names of the 76 victims of Friday’s bombing in Oslo and gun attack on the island of Utoya.
Norway victim's father recounts last words
The names of some of the victims of the attacks in Oslo and Utoya have been released today.
Norway attacks: Glenn Beck likens teenage victims to Hitler Youth
The US conservative pundit has sparked fury after making the comments on his radio show.
Death toll in Norway reduced to 76
Police have reduced the death toll for the island of Utoya, saying that a confusing situation had led to an incorrect figure being released.
Isolation ordered for Norway attacks suspect Breivik
Meanwhile, Norwegian police investigate claims he was associated with two “cells” ahead of the attacks. Surgeons say special bullets were used on Utoya to cause maximum internal damage.
Norway gun and bomb attack accused denied public court hearing
Meanwhile, Polish authorities have launched an investigation into a possible link with the Oslo bombing.
Is this man one of the luckiest people in Norway?
Journalism student was due to stay on massacre island but was sent off to cover a football match – and had worked in building next to Oslo blast site for the previous fortnight.
The Daily Fix: Sunday
In today’s Fix: The very latest developments from Norway, a miracle rescue in China, and do you fancy your very own floating volcano?
'Now you've killed my dad': Horrific eyewitness accounts of Norway attacks
A ten-year-old boy confronted the gunman as he massacred teenagers on Utøya island, according to one survivor.
In photos: Norway mourns victims of twin terror attacks
“We are crying with you,” Prime Minister Stoltenberg tells the crowds gathered at Oslo Cathedral today.
Manifesto attributed to Norway attack suspect criticises Cowen, McCreevy
Manifesto outlining plans to protect Europe against “the Muslim majority” criticises Irish politicians for promoting the Lisbon Treaty.
Norway attacks suspect admits responsibility, says lawyer
A manifesto discovered online yesterday and attributed to Breivik outlines months of planning for the gun and bomb attacks.
The Daily Fix: Saturday
In today’s fix: Police say there are unexploded bombs in Oslo as the search for bodies continues on Utoya… and RIP Amy Winehouse.
There are unexploded bombs in Oslo - Norwegian police
Police also say that there are still undetonated explosives around government buildings in Oslo, while four people remain unaccounted for on Utoya.