Norway’s obsession defies Europe’s Elon Musk backlash

Norway’s obsession defies Europe’s Elon Musk backlash

Norway’s strong embrace of Tesla, driven by its EV-friendly policies, contrasts sharply with Europe’s broader backlash against Elon Musk, as seen in the context of UniCredit’s pursuit of Commerzbank despite German opposition. Tesla’s sales in Norway surged 54% year-on-year in June 2025, with a 115.3% increase in Model Y registrations, following a 213% spike in … Read more

Greece Slaps New Tourist Tax on Santorini and Mykonos to Curb Overtourism in 2025

Greece Slaps New Tourist Tax on Santorini and Mykonos to Curb Overtourism in 2025

As the sun sets over the iconic white-washed buildings of Santorini and the vibrant nightlife of Mykonos hums to life, Greece is taking bold steps to preserve the charm of its most famous islands. Starting July 1, 2025, a new €20 tourist tax will be imposed on cruise ship passengers visiting Santorini and Mykonos during … Read more

Norway Urged to Let $1.8 Trillion Wealth Fund Take Stakes in Weapons Makers Amid Shifting Ethics Debate

Norway Urged to Let .8 Trillion Wealth Fund Take Stakes in Weapons Makers Amid Shifting Ethics Debate

Oslo, April 1, 2025 – Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG), the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund with assets exceeding $1.8 trillion, is facing mounting pressure to lift its decades-old ban on investing in weapons manufacturers, a move that could reshape its ethical framework and bolster the defense industry. The push, led by opposition parties … Read more