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Church of Norway Takes Bold Step, Apologizes for Years of LGBTQ+ Discrimination in Historic Healing Gesture

4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Image Credit: lopolo/123rf.com In a historic move, the Church of Norway has formally apologized to LGBTQ+ individuals for decades of discrimination and exclusion. The apology was delivered by Presiding Bishop Olav Fykse Tveit on Thursday at the London Pub in Oslo, a significant LGBTQ+ venue and the site of the tragic 2022 Oslo Pride shooting,…

Norway Takes a Bold Step for Animal Rights: Fur Farming Banned in Historic Decision

12 months ago12 months ago04 mins

Image Credit: Baloncici/123rf.com Norway has officially ended fur farming, a significant milestone for animal welfare advocates and a decisive step towards ethical treatment of animals. Once home to nearly 300 fur farms, Norway has phased out the industry entirely, with the last remaining farmers ceasing operations ahead of the February 2025 deadline. This decision places…