Bergen

Emergency responders have praised the swift actions of train personnel during a fire on the Bergen Line, which they say limited damage and enabled rescue operations. The Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority has launched an inquiry into the incident, which caused significant damage and temporarily closed the line.

The opening of Norway's major Sotrasambandet road project has been postponed indefinitely amid a 5 billion kroner cost gap and a wrecked collaboration between contractors and the Norwegian Public Roads Administration. Top executives from three global companies have directly appealed to the Transport Minister for intervention.

A suspect has admitted criminal guilt for the murder of Mohammad Tariq Wasiri (28) in Arna, Bergen, during a custody hearing, according to police prosecutor Inger-Lise Høyland. The suspect, a man in his 30s, had previously denied criminal guilt for the murder.

Viking defeated second division team Bjarg 3-0 in Bergen on March 7, 2026, securing a spot in the Norwegian Cup quarterfinals.