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Wooden Skyscrapers: The Future of Architecture

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Norway’s third tallest skyscraper also has the most unique construction: it’s made completely out of wood. The building, known as Mjøstårnet – meaning tower of Mjosa – is located in Brumunddal, a small industrial Norwegian town that sits on the edge of Lake Mjosa. This small town is known for its role in the lumber industry, making it the perfect location to […]

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Aunika Skogen | April 21, 2022
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Norwegian Ski Federation Bans Russian Athletes From Competing in Upcoming Events

Marit Bjoergen (3) of Norway leads the pack, including Jessie Diggins (4), during the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships mass start 30K on Saturday March 4, in Lahti, Finland. (Getty Images/Agence Zoom-Giovanni Auletta)

Norway’s ski federation said Saturday that Russian skiers are not welcome to compete in their country due to “violations of international law and attacks on the Ukrainian people.” The decision directly contradicts International Ski Federation (FIS) policy announced late Friday. Related: FIS Cancels All Forthcoming 2022 World Cup Events in Russia, Including Ski Cross and Aerial Events On Friday, the FIS […]

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SnowBrains | February 28, 2022
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Race Report: Double Austrian Podium at Home at Lech / Zuers Parallel Giant Slalom World Cup

Similar to the Women’s race the day prior, the Men’s only Parallel World Cup of the season brought on extremely close racing. The Men’s race had better luck weather-wise than the women, with a more gentle sky and no precipitation. Set by French ex-athlete Emmanuel Couder, the 19-gate dual course was straighter than that of the women’s course and brought excitement […]

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Phil Tremblay | November 15, 2021
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“The Best-Preserved Ancient Skis Ever Found:” Archaeologists Unearth 1,300-Year-Old Wooden Skis From Norwegian Ice

Although skiing never gets old, skiing itself is old—really old.  In 2014, archaeologists discovered a single, 1,300-year-old wooden ski frozen in the ice on Digervarden Mountain in southern Norway. The ski once belonged to an ancient hunter or traveler or both. Fast-forward to September of 2021 and archaeologists have found the single ski’s missing counterpart. Together, they’re among the best-preserved […]

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Martin Kuprianowicz | October 19, 2021
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“Nonsense Rule” — Women’s Beach Handball Team Fined For Not Wearing Bikinis

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The Norwegian Women’s Beach Handball Team has been fined for wearing shorts instead of the regulation bikini bottoms during a match over the weekend. The fine of 1500 euros (about $1750) was issued by the European Handball Federation who described the team’s clothing as “improper”. Related: Empowered Women Take Topless Photos In The Mountains? This has sparked a great deal of media attention regarding […]

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Hannah | July 22, 2021
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VIDEO: Above The Arctic Circle | Skiing The Midnight Sun

SnowBrains | November 6, 2020
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VIDEO: The Season of My Life | Ticking Off 4 of Norway’s Steepest Lines

SnowBrains | October 30, 2020
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VIDEO: Glacier Pond Skim in Norway

Skiing through a Glacier Pond in Norway from r/nextfuckinglevel So smooth!  Would you try this? 

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SnowBrains | October 9, 2020
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