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Researcher has followed conversations on anti-Islamic online forums

In many countries, the current political opinions of different groups firmly oppose each other. A new study of two Norwegian Facebook forums points out how group discussions on social media may be pushing the boundaries.

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Shattering the myth that nice and quiet teenagers pose a danger sign

Norwegian long-term study contradicts widespread perception about young people who never do anything wrong.

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The pandemic may result in a fall in birth rate

The corona pandemic may have a greater impact on Norwegian childbirth statistics than previous pandemics

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The World with Viruses

Manifesting our values

"We may find that systems that seem natural are really just unnecessary constructs," says Karen O'Brien, professor of human geography, who has researched what it takes for people to make changes in their lives.

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Are workers not engaging with climate issues for fear of losing their jobs?

The green shift is creating losers in the labour market. What do people who are in danger of losing their jobs think about Norwegian climate policy?

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So much more than just play

- It is the university of life that people engage in in their leisure time, says Lise Kjølsrød. In her new book the sociologist argues that "adults’ play" such as rock climbing and art collecting are not only important for the individual, but also for society.

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