Employees at Gullfaks barnehage in Stavanger, such as Cecilia Østrem and Madeleine Helmikstøl, are experiencing a four-day workweek where they work 80% but receive full pay. The initiative, aimed at improving work-life balance and reducing sick leave, is being researched by Rambøll Management Consulting. Stavanger and Oslo municipalities are conducting a two-year trial, with Stavanger committing to continue the project until 2024/2025. Despite budgetary constraints, the project is expected to proceed, with hopes that positive research outcomes will support its long-term adoption.

The Norwegian Championship in show jumping is being held this weekend at Foss-Eikeland, organized by the Sandnes and Jæren Riding Club.

Musician Tommy Fredvang, known from the 2009 'X Factor' competition, married Tara Shahimi in Estepona, Spain, in front of 63 guests. Fredvang expressed immense gratitude and emotion, highlighting the significance of the day not just for the couple but for all their guests. Fredvang's career includes his debut album 'From Now On' and the band Stavangerkameratene, formed with former 'Idol' winners and 'The Voice' profile.

Kjartan Salvesen, who won the TV 2 program 'Idol' in 2004, reflects on his mother's death from cancer when he was 16 and how it has influenced his life. In an interview with Dagbladet, he discusses the emotional impact of his mother's illness and death, his challenging youth, and his role as a father to four children. Salvesen also talks about his career, including the downturn after his 'Idol' victory and his new musical journey with the band Stavangerkameratene.

Tommy Fredvang, a well-known artist and former 'X Factor' participant, shares his best and worst holiday memories. His best memory is a family trip to Mallorca, which he describes as the best vacation ever. Conversely, his worst memory involves an unplanned trip to Sunny Beach, Bulgaria, which turned out to be a disappointing experience.

While Erling Braut Haaland is scoring goals in Europe, a new talent from Jæren is finding the net in local areas.

While Erling Braut Haaland is scoring goals in Europe, a new talent from Jæren is finding the net in local matches, expressing her ambition to become a professional football player.

Musician Tommy Fredvang, known from the 2009 'X Factor' on TV 2, is set to marry Tara Shahimi in Estepona, Spain, on August 1. Fredvang, who moved from Oslo to Stavanger in 2015 and formed the band Stavangerkameratene, shares his excitement about the upcoming wedding and the plans to celebrate with family and friends.

Artist Tommy Fredvang, known from his participation in 'X Factor' and 'Skal vi danse' on TV 2, reflects on his TV career and the decision to focus solely on music. After realizing he was involved in too many TV shows, he chose to return to his hometown Stavanger to concentrate on his musical projects and family life.

Employees at the Sleipner Alfa-platform in the North Sea, concerned about the security situation following leaks in the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea, received a visit from Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. The leaks, considered sabotage with Russia being a suspect, have caused unease among the workers. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of safety for the oil and gas industry and its workers.

Leonard Paulsen Ludvigsen recounts his life story to Dagbladet, detailing deep traumas, self-medication with illegal drugs, and a difficult journey to get help. Having experienced significant loss, including the death of his father, Ludvigsen now faces unemployment, depression, and PTSD symptoms. His turbulent family situation and cannabis use led to humiliating encounters with the police, including random stops, strip searches, and a home raid after finding a small lump of hashish.

Leonard Paulsen Ludvigsen, a 32-year-old from Stavanger, recounts his life story marked by deep traumas, self-medication with illegal drugs, and a challenging journey to seek help. He describes a turbulent family situation and humiliating encounters with the police, including being randomly stopped, strip-searched, and urine-tested. His general practitioner later characterized his experiences as some of the most severe cases of neglect and psychological trauma, particularly in interactions with the police. Currently unemployed, Ludvigsen struggles with symptoms of depression and PTSD.

Despite the absence of food stalls this year, the local population did not skip the Gladmat festival in Vågen, as evidenced early Wednesday evening.

Shipbuilders in Norway are constructing some of the first ferryboats powered entirely by batteries, transitioning from fuel-guzzling boats for the oil industry to green technology. Havyard Group, which runs the Sognefjord shipyard, is focusing on battery technology and has 13 orders for zero-emission ferries. Norway aims to electrify two-thirds of its boats by 2030. The MF Ampere, operated by Norled, is the first zero-emissions ferry in Norway, running on lithium-ion batteries. Europe is making strides in electrifying shipping fleets, with battery-powered boats soon to operate in Norway, Belgium, and the Netherlands. However, to significantly reduce maritime pollution, the 50,000 ocean-traversing vessels would need to switch to renewable energy. The International Maritime Organization is set to release guidelines for cutting greenhouse gases, but battery technology needs further development for long ocean voyages. Electric ships are currently most viable in populated waterfront areas. Port-Liner BV in the Netherlands will deploy battery-powered container barges, and Kongsberg Gruppen ASA and Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc are working on automated and unmanned ships, respectively.